Defender 90 Considerations

[The Swiss]

I thought you guys were going to talk me out of it!!!!

I spoke to my wife again about it and she has one big concern. We both know that we want to have kids soon and the D-90 isn't at all kid friendly compared to the Tacoma. You can't put kids in jump seats and I didn't consider that until now.

Pete

I had a D-90 turbodiesel in Europe when my kids were small; I replaced the jump seats with a forward facing bench from a Mitsu Pajero. I removed the middle front seat and the bulkhead behind the front seats (which US Defenders don't have) which created an easy access to the rear seats. I fitted lap belts to hold the kids seats. The whole conversion was pretty easy. And for us, space was more than ample (considering my previous vehicle was a Suzuki Samurai )

 

[Jonathan Hanson]

Sounds like you made the right decision for now, Pete.

But I bet you'll sigh when it goes!

 

[bootzilla]

The thing I always have to remind myself is that there will always be another deal that comes along...sometimes sooner, sometimes later - but something always turns up. So if you do regret not buying it, another chance will always come up.

Not sure how common Defenders are up there in Calgary - but the Canadian military liked to use Defenders, so you might even be able to score a 110 if you look around...those are sweet, and better suited for family-sized cargo...

 

[Desertdude]

I too have been wanting to pull the trigger on one - did plenty of research and found a few real nice low mile ones - I could not justify the high price tag - yet still I want one - I saw one pass me the other day and thought yeah I still want one just cause of the way they look...

 

[Scott Brady]

When I drove Graham's 110 in Colorado, I was like a little kid. A diesel defender. I would have traded pink slips and all of the money in my checking account while it had me under its spell.

I really want another Land Rover, and if that diesel JK stays away for a little while, I will.

 

[ZooJunkie]

Why do these Land Rovers have such a strong grasp of our eyes and soul? Why do we all lust over a Land Rover when logically, a Toyota or Jeep is probably just as good if not better. Not to mention cheaper.

Why????



If it wasn't for the premium gas guzzling V8 in the Disco 1 or 2, I would of put my money in one. If it had a grunty V6 that didn't require premium gas or a diesel, I would of traded in my BMW for it.

 

[gjackson]

When I drove Graham's 110 in Colorado, I was like a little kid. A diesel defender. I would have traded pink slips and all of the money in my checking account while it had me under its spell

Dooood!! Wow I missed that chance! Wait, how much is in your checking account? Maybe just the Apple stock? :wings:

:jumping:

cheers

 

[Scott Brady]

Maybe just the Apple stock? :wings:

Most of the Apple stock is gone... No regrets in how I have spent it though

 

[FourByLand]

Why do these Land Rovers have such a strong grasp of our eyes and soul? Why do we all lust over a Land Rover when logically, a Toyota or Jeep is probably just as good if not better. Not to mention cheaper.

Why????


Maybe its because the "guide" was right and we are all just romantics at heart...

They are very captivating creatures.

 

[justfred]

D90? Series?

I love the D90; wish I'd pulled the trigger on the D110 way back when; who knew its resale value would go UP?

But I've decided I really prefer the Series IIA 109s. More space than a D90; more class as well. Slower, small engine, but nice plain metal dashboard and galvanized cappings and canvas soft top or safari roof. Significantly cheaper.

Then again, I've got the DII for a daily driver. And the Pinzgauer and the Haflinger for fun. If you think you're tempted by the D90 - don't start looking up info on Pingauers. Seriously. Because for the same price you could get a really nicely equipped Pinz and join the ranks of the truly over-the-edge.

If I were to open an expedition supply (something I've been fantasizing about doing) I'd have a bunch of Series Rovers. Maybe a Disco or a Tacoma, but the thing is you can get those anywhere, yawn. Old Rovers are so much more interesting.

Then again, the expedition vehicle I'd really like is a modern version of the Sikorsky S-38. Met some folks at Burning Man with an Antonov biplane they had flown down from Alaska, that sounded pretty fun; they bought it because they couldn't afford/decided against restoring a Grumman Albatross.

(Don't mind me, I'm just rambling!).

(By the way, I sold most of my Apple stock, too - but it appreciated even more than a 110!)

 

[Redback]

Looking through this thread i have noticed that

1) Landrovers are not cheap

2) D90s are available in V8

3) Everybody seems to love them

4) great resale value

Here it's the opposite Rovers are cheap, aspecially series Landys a good series 2A are anywhere from $100 to $5000 max

A new D90 is $39.990 here convert that to US dollars and you'll see how cheap they are and ONLY available in diesel and manual.

An V8 D2 04 model go for about $18.000 a 99 model is about $8000 to $12.000.

I'd buy one in a heartbeat:jump:

Baz.

 

[Scott Brady]

A new D90 is $39.990 here convert that to US dollars and you'll see how cheap they are and ONLY available in diesel and manual.

:drool:

yet another reason why Australia rocks...

 

[Redback]

:drool:

yet another reason why Australia rocks...

They were reduced in price from $52.000 (same price as the 110) because they weren't selling very well.

Family size 4X4s are more popular here and Toyota is the top selling 4WD, 80 and 100 series Cruisers 4.2 TurboDiesels and Hilux, followed by Nissan Patrol 3.0TD Auto or manual and the Patrol 4.2TD only in manual.

Jeeps and Landys are not very popular here, only the diehard inthusiasts buy them:ylsmoke:

Of cause the banter between the brands can get ugly:gunt: :gunt: :hehe:

 

[Jonathan Hanson]

I looked - that's about $30,000 US. I'll bet a $30,000 manual transmission diesel Defender 90 would sell real well here . . .

But then, so would a $40,000 manual transmission diesel 100 series Land Cruiser . . .

 

[Redback]

I looked - that's about $30,000 US. I'll bet a $30,000 manual transmission diesel Defender 90 would sell real well here . . .

But then, so would a $40,000 manual transmission diesel 100 series Land Cruiser . . .

Diesel 100 series TD IFS cruiser start at $70.000 here they are twice the price of a Landy.

Baz.