Recent content by mudnsnow

Ok. Im finally a member of the club. After a lovely tax bill precluded me from getting the one I saw around xmas I have purchased a 'P' reg (1996) disco 1 300tdi ES automatic that fits in the garage. Purchased last Sunday, insurance, tax etc sorted on the monday. Now waiting for the weekend to...

Ok. Im now in a position that im considering buying my first disco and, as such, shopping around for insurance. The only people that I had heard of were Adrian Flux, then I remembered this thread. NFU won't insure me as I don't have any other policies with them!?! So, any suggestions as to who...

Well an update. Been to view an M Reg disco 1. Very smart tidy vehicle. 135000 on the clock. No rust apparent and some previous welding carried out. Currently sorn but owner will look to MOT it. Depending on advisories, etc. And if I can fit it in the garage I may soon be joining the owner...

Hi all, Thanks for your advice etc. nice to hear from another member in the same area :) Just sorting finance in regards to some existing obligations but hope to be viewing shortly :)

I have just sat here and read through most of this thread. Has there been any further on the situation with the OP that can be mentioned on here or is it still ongoing in the back ground? I don't own a vehicle at the moment but I am looking into getting one. At the beginning AF were number 1...

Thank you - I have heard about no sunroof. But would abs/airbags not generally be a good idea? Not that I have any intention of testing either! I have a 'fairly' tame mechanic who is good with Land Rovers who has said they would be willing to come with me when choosing one.

Hi all, I am hoping to rejoin the green oval badge owning fraternity again with a Discovery 1 300tdi for light off roading/green laning/play in the mud. Nothing too modified as will have to be used for occasional commuting to work or towing if SWMBO has her way and gets horses! Any advice on...

Split my time between Oxfordshire (with work) and Leicestershire (with SWMBO!!)

Hi All, I am looking for a 3rd foray into ownership of the green oval badge! I have previously owned a Discovery 2 and a Freelander2 but as these were both every day cars I could not afford to keep them going :( Looking to rejoin in a while with a cheaper Discovery 2 with the express...