Disco TD5

Hi, it's been a while since I was on here as my 300 tdi turned it's toes up some time ago. I am looking at a 2001 Y reg TD5 but I have no idea what to look for. Can someone give me some advice, should I bother with a TD5 or are they quite reliable. By the way my 300 body was full of holes and I don't want that headache again

dinger said:

Hi, it's been a while since I was on here as my 300 tdi turned it's toes up some time ago. I am looking at a 2001 Y reg TD5 but I have no idea what to look for. Can someone give me some advice, should I bother with a TD5 or are they quite reliable. By the way my 300 body was full of holes and I don't want that headache again

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I think it's far to say that Disco II bodywork is much better protected against rust than Disco I, however, Disco II chassis do get rusty - usually only surface but definitely worth a look.

Disco II (assume you're after a TD5?) is a much more refined vehicle than Disco I, much more car-like to drive, slightly heavier on fuel, better higher-speed cruiser, excellent auto-box, unbelievable handling if fitted with ACE, straightforward to service.

I've had a number of TDi's and was wary of Disco II in part due to what I'd read on the forum pages, but honestly it's one of the best cars I've ever had. I often drive 5 hrs at a go without any discomfort.

Buy one and enjoy
Dave

Thanks, I will go and check it out tomorrow.

thebiglad said:

I think it's far to say that Disco II bodywork is much better protected against rust than Disco I, however, Disco II chassis do get rusty - usually only surface but definitely worth a look.

Disco II (assume you're after a TD5?) is a much more refined vehicle than Disco I, much more car-like to drive, slightly heavier on fuel, better higher-speed cruiser, excellent auto-box, unbelievable handling if fitted with ACE, straightforward to service.

I've had a number of TDi's and was wary of Disco II in part due to what I'd read on the forum pages, but honestly it's one of the best cars I've ever had. I often drive 5 hrs at a go without any discomfort.

Buy one and enjoy
Dave

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/\/\/\/\/\ Got both at the moment, and could not agree more. Td5 is a joy whatever the journey, especially the auto.