Used 1998 Land Rover Discovery Consumer Reviews
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BEST 4X4 EVER
CCF2, 04/21/2003
1998 Land Rover Discovery 50th Anniversary 4dr SUV AWD
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've loved my Discovery from the first day of purchase. It was just under two (2) years old when I bought it and there have been typical problems anyone would have with ANY vehicle but it's ALWAYS been a GREAT vehicle. When it's dry, ice, snow or wet, it always seems to enjoy everything I have put it through. I have taken it out with friends who own Jeep's and they've scratched their heads at the things my stock vehicle did over their modified Jeeps. I will NEVER be without another Land Rover. Every auto-maker has problems with their cars from time to time and LR is no different but if you want the very best, then there is NO OTHER!
PLEASE DONT BUY THIS CAR
DONT BUY IT , 01/16/2003
1998 Land Rover Discovery LSE 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought a 98 LSE with 37K only had it for 2 months, and we have been lied to at dealership about fake problems did spend 2500.00 so far on an intake manifold, busted water pump, constant check engine light on due to a broken oxygen sensor. Tons of Leaks that they fill with CORK!(a 1960's fix), driving nut was out (makes the car incredibly dangerous to drive) and Land Rover dealership didnt tell us after we paid $750 for the 30k tune up. Trying to sell it and ealers will not take it because they fall apart. Have lost 5 grand for a peice of junk car, but gosh it sure is pretty. Please dont make the same mistake.
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See all 0 listingsFun, good looks, rugged, expensive.
Eric, 11/27/2006
1998 Land Rover Discovery LE 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Everyone well knows that Land Rovers are expensive to own, maintain and operate. Given that, just be thorough in mechanical inspection of a used Rover. Also be prepared to put another 10-20% into your purchase of a used Land Rover (4yrs. or older). With depreciation a used Land Rover is still a much better deal than new (unless you can afford new) Towing ability is less than impressive but beach driving ability and highway is outstanding. Yes its a full-time four wheel drive so expect some stiffness and road noise. (It's not a Cadillac) But it is a Cadillac of mid-size/mid-price SUV's. If you appreciate the luxury and appeal of European vehicles like BMW or Mercedes you will like it.
Craptacular!
furb, 02/27/2003
1998 Land Rover Discovery LE 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Here is a vehicle that is supposed to be top of the class in reliability and resale value but it's a dog! Trade in values typically run $3-5K UNDER wholesale! Maintenance is TERRIBLY expensive. The 60K service of changing all the oils, plugs and tightening of parking brake runs $1100!! There really is no maintenance being done that Jiffy Lube couldn't do for under $200. City driving yields 10MPG and highway was all the way up to 13! Find one you like and RUN AWAY!
Loved it, but regretted it
J Prothero, 06/17/2007
1998 Land Rover Discovery LE 4dr SUV AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I loved this truck's off-road capability, and as an "around town" and commuter vehicle it was fine (except for the 13 mpg and premium gas!). But I spent nearly $2000 a year in repairs - not maintenance. Finally, after the water pump failed on me after plopping down $600 for a fuel pump and having to replace the front sunroof rails twice, I sold it to my wife's dad and bought a Toyota. Miss the truck, but not the cost.