jh.
ambitiose sed ineptum
First off, this is not the semi daily "Toyota vs Rover" pre-purchase post where I will start planning all of the aftermarket accessories I'm going to buy on an imaginary vehicle. Also, thanks in advance for following along with my rambling out-of-order thoughts. I must have forgotten my ADHD meds this morning.
This all started while trying to find the boss of the house a new vehicle. A navy '03 MKiii came available locally, but unfortunately she hates it (it's not white).
I however am thinking that it might work for me...which shocks me a little because my Disco is my baby.
I have already swapped the suspension, built a sleeping platform, and installed a new bumper/winch on the Disco. It suits me as a camping/hunting/fun off-roading vehicle for the Rocky Mountains. But it's just a little small...
I have a buddy who sold a Disco for 2x what I paid for mine...that's a big IF here, but if I can do that, the work/time/money I put into it will feel good going right back into the MKiii...
Stats: 04 Disco S with 112k vs 03 RR HSE with 70k (!!)
Going to have the local indy take a look at the Rangie this week as the steering feels a bit awkward, but otherwise the engine runs well and brakes are light years ahead of the Disco (and I can see with the headlights on!).
I won't be able to build a sleeping platform in the Range as it would block my spare tire access...I've also read that with the seats folded the rear is not as big as I'm imagining it is (I should have tested this on my first test drive). With the seats folded down, would me (5'11") and the boss and 2 small dogs fit lying down? We like to car camp and yes I do have an SUV tent so we can take advantage of the drop tailgate - but when I go hunting I do not bring the tent and will sleep in the back solo.
Range has more power and hauling capacity (+700lbs), but it weighs more and has no locking center diff (which did come in handy in the slop this year). It has 19" rims with bald tires and I know that will be an expense (which I would knock off the purchase price - but 19" AT tires are pricey). It has some dings which I will use to negotiate. But also needs certain little things (like a new remote key, new passenger mirror, new center console cupholder, a detailing to remove years of kids abuse, etc) and I know the EAS can get pricey too.
ANYWAY...for hunting in the mountain west: '03 Range Rover vs '04 Disco? What would you do? What should I look for above and beyond what I already know about Discos? If there wasn't a 40k mileage difference, I wouldn't be asking this question. If I buy the Range then I'm also gambling on selling the Disco for an appropriate asking price. But in the meantime, the boss would be forced to drive the blue Range while we find her a white one. :ylsmoke:
Thanks.
This all started while trying to find the boss of the house a new vehicle. A navy '03 MKiii came available locally, but unfortunately she hates it (it's not white).
I however am thinking that it might work for me...which shocks me a little because my Disco is my baby.
I have already swapped the suspension, built a sleeping platform, and installed a new bumper/winch on the Disco. It suits me as a camping/hunting/fun off-roading vehicle for the Rocky Mountains. But it's just a little small...
I have a buddy who sold a Disco for 2x what I paid for mine...that's a big IF here, but if I can do that, the work/time/money I put into it will feel good going right back into the MKiii...
Stats: 04 Disco S with 112k vs 03 RR HSE with 70k (!!)
Going to have the local indy take a look at the Rangie this week as the steering feels a bit awkward, but otherwise the engine runs well and brakes are light years ahead of the Disco (and I can see with the headlights on!).
I won't be able to build a sleeping platform in the Range as it would block my spare tire access...I've also read that with the seats folded the rear is not as big as I'm imagining it is (I should have tested this on my first test drive). With the seats folded down, would me (5'11") and the boss and 2 small dogs fit lying down? We like to car camp and yes I do have an SUV tent so we can take advantage of the drop tailgate - but when I go hunting I do not bring the tent and will sleep in the back solo.
Range has more power and hauling capacity (+700lbs), but it weighs more and has no locking center diff (which did come in handy in the slop this year). It has 19" rims with bald tires and I know that will be an expense (which I would knock off the purchase price - but 19" AT tires are pricey). It has some dings which I will use to negotiate. But also needs certain little things (like a new remote key, new passenger mirror, new center console cupholder, a detailing to remove years of kids abuse, etc) and I know the EAS can get pricey too.
ANYWAY...for hunting in the mountain west: '03 Range Rover vs '04 Disco? What would you do? What should I look for above and beyond what I already know about Discos? If there wasn't a 40k mileage difference, I wouldn't be asking this question. If I buy the Range then I'm also gambling on selling the Disco for an appropriate asking price. But in the meantime, the boss would be forced to drive the blue Range while we find her a white one. :ylsmoke:
Thanks.