TD5 or V8 LPG ?

[bencorkill]

Been to a job interview thats going to require me to drive to and from Nottingham every week from London so around 1100miles a month+ what ever i do as private mileage. My current D1 isn't up to it, so fingers crossed i get it the job! but what would you lot recommend ? Cost wise a drive ability wise? i know the TD5 can have a nice bit of power added to it by EGR blanking, new intercooler and a light tune. but will this make it better or worse on fuel etc? i would be looking for a top end spec one, must have leather heated seats etc, not worried about if its facelift or not all opinions appreciated

 

[nathan5346]

Either depends who's paying for the fuel

 

[bencorkill]

I have been told they pay 45p per mile so gonna make money on the fuel either way but im stuck i love my v8, but i do like the looks of a TD5

 

[Dr_evil]

TD5 V8 not on lpg

 

[bencorkill]

TD5 V8 not on lpg

Phaaaaa no chance! i do love my D1 but doesnt look viable for me to repair engine and a d2 is more comfy

 

[Orch]

My TD5 in does about 27mpg on mixed driving, not tested the return on motorway miles though. That's with EGR removed but no other engine mods, pre-cat. I know others have seen up to 30 maybe slightly more after an economy focused remap.

 

[bencorkill]

My TD5 in does about 27mpg on mixed driving, not tested the return on motorway miles though. That's with EGR removed but no other engine mods, pre-cat. I know others have seen up to 30 maybe slightly more after an economy focused remap.

So is that about 600miles on a full tank? i do like the sound of a TD5 , i should know if i have the job by end of the month. then can try and work a plan out, regarding the 3amigos if your disco was to get it is it likely to be costly or not? i know various things can cause it but never really looked into it will do some searching on here now, i will keep my eyes peeled on ebay auto-trader and the for sale section on here

 

[discool]

It's not only the fuel costs to considder but also the servicing and replacement of parts.
I use to do around a 1100 miles a month with my old RRC so that was in a main dealer service dept ever six months for service and then a full service plus some new parts.

I didn't have the time in those 'good old days' to find some where else for servicing, the vehicle was a working company vehicle therefore needed everyday but the high milage did take its toll in the 10 years I had it.

 

[bencorkill]

Just been on autotrader, this dont look dight to me! As its a 54 plate disco, but has early disco 1 headlights? :s

 

[bencorkill]

It's not only the fuel costs to considder but also the servicing and replacement of parts.
I use to do around a 1100 miles a month with my old RRC so that was in a main dealer service dept ever six months for service and then a full service plus some new parts.

I didn't have the time in those 'good old days' to find some where else for servicing, the vehicle was a working company vehicle therefore needed everyday but the high milage did take its toll in the 10 years I had it.

Was after servicing costs, i can do basic servicing myself but anything major would want to be getting it done at a garage, can do oil ,filters, wheel bearings etc

 

[Orch]

So is that about 600miles on a full tank? i do like the sound of a TD5 , i should know if i have the job by end of the month. then can try and work a plan out, regarding the 3amigos if your disco was to get it is it likely to be costly or not? i know various things can cause it but never really looked into it will do some searching on here now, i will keep my eyes peeled on ebay auto-trader and the for sale section on here

More like 500 for me, some people were getting close to 600 though.

My fuelly stats from when I was using was:

Miles tracked: 1,125

Best MPG: 27.5

Cost per mile: £0.245

I must say I was driving quite gently at the time though, but skint after buying it.

Three amigos often means new hubs from what I've seen, my knowledge is still limited though as only had mine less than 6 months. I would say it's probably pain in the arse expensive rather than sell the car expensive.

 

[Dr_evil]

Phaaaaa no chance! i do love my D1 but doesnt look viable for me to repair engine and a d2 is more comfy

What I meant was the td5 with the 4.0 but not on LPG

 

[bencorkill]

What I meant was the td5 with the 4.0 but not on LPG

Still meant no chance haha i couldn't live with myself running a v8 on petrol, i like having enough money to buy bread

 

[Dr_evil]

If they're paying 45p a mile then you're safe

 

[HenryD]

Still meant no chance haha i couldn't live with myself running a v8 on petrol, i like having enough money to buy bread

My manual V8 D2 will do about 25mpg on a run if you stick to 70mph,anything over 70 and it gets eye watering

 

[Steviecops]

Mate, it would be cheaper to keep your 300 tdi and get a small diesel to use for work.

 

[50 pence]

Mate, it would be cheaper to keep your 300 tdi and get a small diesel to use for work.

I agree.

Get a little diesel which does 60mpg and keep the D1.

 

[Dr_evil]

Golf GT Tdi 130 chipped to 190, uprated clutch, job done

 

[bencorkill]

Only problem is insurance is a problem for me! As im only 19 dont think can afford insurance on 2x cars but will investigate the possibility of a 2nd car, and its not a 300tdi , its a v8 MATE

 

[bencorkill]

Just had a butchers, if i buy back my ild vw polo 1985 1.0 lol costs £700 for just me on insurance, a 1.4 polo 2001 is £850