A Very Positive Discovery...

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Today I'm in this 2001 Land Rover Discovery V8... Let's see what it's like.

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[audunnjuliusson]

Having had one for over 20 years (2000 V8) and having done all of my own maintenance since the warranty expired, and replaced many many wonderful parts. I agree with every statement in this video. Make sure your kids grow up to love Land Rovers and they will never be able to afford drugs.

[Nick-bpjf]

Clarkson once said of this vehicle. 'The gap around the doors is so large, that you do not have to actually open them to get in.'

[viduransivakumar]

The irony and sarcasm in this video has reached new levels 😂

[msalzberg]

Don't hold back; tell us what you really think of it.

[andybliss]

Absolutely brilliant again Matt. A positively negative review!

[scalecrawlnl]

Even with the well laid out faults, the Discovery is still on the road and looking sharp, to me at least,
class motor style wise, especially in this ruby red. But great you point out all 'niggles', I want it even
more 😁 Thank you very much for your honest review video.

[erolsoyer]

I had one of these from brand new back in 2001, and every time the car went through a car wash, the electric windows would stop working and the radio volume would get louder and louder all on it's own (until I went nuts and stabbed it with a screwdriver). You couldn't turn it off, change the channel or turn it down. Another couple of Land Rover features no

[flyme]

I have to say, I have always loved the series 2 disco, especially the Td5 ones. The diesel fuel economy isn’t that bad, the one I borrowed for a couple of weeks didn’t fall below 27 mpg but saying that, never went above 30. The Td5 engine is perfect for a remap and with a straight pipe exhaust, sounds good too. I’d happily swap my Freelander 2 for a Td5 Discovery

[alanraine]

My parents had one when I was a kid, so it'll always have a place in my heart. Lots of long drives in the back ☺️

[joewain]

And that's one of the cleanest looking D2's I've ever seen! 😂

[outdoorgorilla]

I've got one. I love it, so much so I sold my 15 year newer car to drive it daily.... Needs to be looked at as a comfier defender - which of course it is with the same running gear and body on frame.

[ianwalklett]

Had two 4 Litre V8s over the years, kept the 1st one 6 years never put a foot wrong, took 5 of us camping all over France and the UK towing caravans and trailers. Both cars had ACE which is a brilliant system and keeps the vehicle flat when cornering. Poor power usually means the cams have worn as if well maintained the engine is pretty sprightly, maybe not much power but loads of torque. Fuel consumption was abysmal though. Sunroof leaks easily fixed, unbelievable off road ability. Brilliant car.

[timgillison]

Well we have a Disco 2 and are very pleased with it. We like its prehistoric feel and it tows brilliantly (just returned 23 mpg towing a large caravan).

[Sanpedranoazul]

To me, the best looking Disco ever 😍😍😍

[dspdsp]

Puts such a smile on my face seeing this review, having grown up being thrown in the back Of two disco’s. The first 3 door with a picnic basket for an arm rest and a later 03 D2. Looking back i can see why my parents bought them, and then sold them when all the things you mention went wrong. For all their faults they still rub off on you.

[davemckewan]

I had a US spec 2004 D2 and I loved it. I traded it in on a 2008 RR (L322) HSE and I really regretted that decision. I don't disagree with most of what you said (my windscreen leaked, the head lining was starting to sag, it didn't stop or start very well and I was on first name terms with the local fill up). But I loved the way it looked. In the right light/distance, it almost looked like a toy. I would have that car back in a heartbeat. The RR, not so much.

[liamhewitt]

I'll admit you have an awesome sense of humour. loved the video but in Australia these are still outperforming the competition (for their age) and the aircon is actually very good when maintained. I feel like these cars were only made for mechanics because anyone else would be crazy to buy one.. but you know what.. they're missing out! 10/10 video broski

[thebiggt]

Yep, everything you said is true (though I seem to get 25mpg from mine!) it’s the only car that gets better when fewer optional extras were added. My poverty spec d2 TD5 has no air suspension, anti roll, sunroofs, auto box, or leather seats to go wrong, and is all the better for it!
It goes everywhere a defender can, tows brilliantly, will sit happily at 80mph, and you can fit a sofa in the boot if you fold the seats down.
Despite its many many problems, I can’t imagine a better car for the money with such a range of capabilities.

[blairwych]

Everything you say is true. I had a 2004 V8, woeful fuel consumption and bugger all power, yet spin the front wheels in the wet. However it did pass the ultimate test when I crashed badly, smashing all the windows, twisting the body and ripping a rear wheel and axle out. I just got out and walked away, that LandRover saved me.

[thomasmn]

I miss my old Disco 2 rust bucket. It was the best car for my late teens, early 20s especially during uni. It allowed me to go on adventures, I couldn’t have done without a 7 seat, 4X4, smooth riding great off-roader. Carting friends around over Wales, Cotswolds and throwing livestock, feed and tools when I worked on farms. I loved it and still do. They are great cars! Sure they are dated, slow and need regular work but they are charming and get under your skin.

I now have a 16 plate Disco 4 and absolutely love it, but nothing comes close to the love I had for that old car.