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Run from this! Land Rover is the worst.
Nitzervon, 05/03/2008
2003 Land Rover Discovery HSE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
There is not a seal on it that does not leak, in 90,000 miles: new motor (twice), transfer case (three times), both differentials, rear driveshaft, power steering pump, power steering box, hydraulic hoses, starter, replaced plug wires (twice, due to sparking between wires), Brakes only last 10,000 miles. I averaged $900 each month in just repair bills. Not to mention 8 miles per gallon. My wife has a Jaguar that is the same way. No wonder every car company in England has to be sold every few years.
Stay Away From Disco
Stay away , 07/03/2010
2003 Land Rover Discovery SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2003 disco SE7 for 3yrs. Purchased at 50,000. Less than 2 months, I spent over $800 on axle job. Next it was $3200 engine gasket leak plus a host of other issues. It does not hold second hand value either. It looks great and people think it cost a lot but I will not buy landrover anytime soon. Poor engineering period.
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No-Go Disco
l-i-v-i-n, 01/23/2010
2003 Land Rover Discovery SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a great off road vehicle; this is not it. Despite regular maintenance, and no hesitation in replacing parts as the mechanic suggested it, this car still let me down. Blown head gasket, blown seal, exhaust leak, electrical problem, stuck window(s), and the little nickel and dime stuff here and there (wipers, filters, etc.) that all cost more than on a non-premium car. The car performed well when it was working, and could work trails like nothing I've ever driven, but enter into this understanding your obligation as an owner is to spend at least $3000-$4000 per year on problems; not just standard maintenance.
Disco Love! But Not for everyone!
ooosjcooo, 01/08/2009
2003 Land Rover Discovery SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 03-04 is the Disco perfected! Last of its kind! These reviews are upsetting. I'm reading things like "problems after 90K miles" and "poor gas mileage". What huge V8 SUV 4X4 doesn't? If you want reliability and good gas mileage go buy a Honda Fit, If you want a rugged off road machine that has good enough looks to take to the country club or tow your boat then this is for you! Truly a classic for the outdoorsman, but not for the weak!
All Name, No Game
JC, 05/09/2005
2003 Land Rover Discovery SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After running my 03 Disco for 44k, my vote is mixed but leaning towards the not worth the price and could use lots of improvements side. Nothing big has gone wrong, but lots of little items have. Both front windows failed in a week. Gas door has broken twice, horn buttons snapped off, leaking windows, two oil leaks after service, brakes need changing almost yearly, spark plug wires went bust, cruise control is poor and punchy, and comfort level in rear is horrific, front poor. A/C vents just dont seem to hit driver in face, a must in Florida summers. On the other had, great looks, powerful, off-road works very well.