I sold my 2002 Disco ES TD5 some years ago and even though it seemed to have no end of niggling faults I have regretted it ever since. Had a Jag X-Type and Mazda RX8 since so slightly different driving experience.
Unfortunately my budget is now only around 5-6k, so whilst the last Disco I had was top spec with fairly low mileage I'm now probably looking at getting something from 90k mileage upwards I guess.
I know its a "how long is a piece of string" question, but typically what sort of mileage can it be expected to get too before serious maintenance costs get involved normally? Are the engines good for 150-160k mileage on average? Is a manual gearbox more reliable than an auto providing it hasnt spent a life time towing....
Cant remember whether the TD5 has a chain or belt?
Anyway enough ramblings and thanks for any advice.
Unfortunately my budget is now only around 5-6k, so whilst the last Disco I had was top spec with fairly low mileage I'm now probably looking at getting something from 90k mileage upwards I guess.
I know its a "how long is a piece of string" question, but typically what sort of mileage can it be expected to get too before serious maintenance costs get involved normally? Are the engines good for 150-160k mileage on average? Is a manual gearbox more reliable than an auto providing it hasnt spent a life time towing....
Cant remember whether the TD5 has a chain or belt?
Anyway enough ramblings and thanks for any advice.
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