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I’ve got a 300tdi and I like it’s character. A lot of people spend a lot of money trying to make an agricultural machine into a modern estate car. If comfort and silence are important to you then don’t buy a Defender.
I agree its never going to be a quiet drive 😂 but I also like modifying mine and updating certain parts - it’s great that there is so many parts and styling to creat something unique
@@thedoctorsgarage I understand that every Defender is unique and modification is a necessity due to various design and manufacturing faults but there are those that become disappointed that they fail to turn their vehicle into a modern car. They are what they are, some like the idea of ownership of the most iconic and rugged looking vehicle without all the hassle that comes with the package. This is where the Ineos Grenadier might do well but that remains to be seen.
For some of us northern Defender owners, spending money for heated seats and insulation is a vital investment when -40 Celsius becomes apart of the equation. Having the best heater matrix in a 300 tdi along with an uninsulated tin can barely covers the bases of any comfort at -10 Celsius. Fortunately my 110 acoustics have drastically improved to 70 ish db from the high 90 to 100 in its true uninsulated form. Yukon winters are not fun, but better now with my upgrades.
I just got a 300tdi specifically because I’m an amateur and I was told by a professional that these are the simplest engines to work and learn on. But definitely not the most refined.
@@nicholasryan2292 yea they are garbage. Had one for a couple years. Hope you don’t live anywhere it gets cold, say 25F degrees or less. That engine was a heap of sh it in cold weather.
my dad bought a 2003 90 td5 and chipped it giving it about 190-200 hp and loads of other stuff (breaks, suspension, plates on the bonnet to stand and lots of internal engine stuff) and i am the lucky little bastard that gets to drive it for my first car. im 18 and get to drive it to college. its such a privilege and pleasure to drive and everyone says its loud and uncomfortable but thats where its character is and i love it (also its geared to be fast so it feels like a racecar therefore i prefer driving it to something smoother which other people dont get) and i make sure to use it as intended i take it off roading and drive it quick. love it to death
@@thedoctorsgarage I cringe every time I see a perfect bonnet get swapped out for no good reason. I prefer the look of the flat hood. The bumped bonnets look ok for the newer models, but the older Defenders are just so charming
All very good comments, but you have shown why I am so lucky. I bought a second hand 110 XS model TD5 in 2005 which was only 6 months old. The negatives you mention about Defenders, I just do not recognise, so an XS model is the one to go for. I do not really do much off roading, but on the other hand, it does it so easily, that you would not notice if you had. They are just so easy to live with and do everything you ask.
I bought my beloved Td5 from new, he is now 23 years old, has been offroad a lot (but with care) is very reliable, almost rust free and never will be sold. When I see the state of other vehicles at that age or even a lot younger, I dare to give an advice from experience: the least modified, tuned and tampered around with Landys are usually those which last longest. Drive slow - and enjoy it! (Your Landy will enjoy it too)
Nice as usual, well one thing I would think about now after six years of owning a 300Tdi would be: I would buy exactly what I want in good condition instead of buying something to modify, ours too was a 90 van and now has back benches and sliding windows, would definitely check under had to change the whole chassis on ours which did look good but was hiding much to do... but as Mike of Britannica Restorations says: many make mistakes when buying their first Land Rover and this is my first one though I grew up with Land Rover as my father was selling Land Rover spares in Rome Italy since 1968.
That’s great advice Richard- your first defender is always your worst defender! I too would o have gone for a higher spec defender to start with if I had my time again - also prices were much better then than now!!
200/300 tdi are great, but decent supply is slowly drying up. Alot of people take the 200tdi from a disco and put it into a defender like on mine, with some modification of bell housing, works great! If i had my pic of engines, id put a 3.9 v8 from a rangie in it, but TD5s are awesome too with that 5cyl purr!
I had a loan Puma when my 200tdi was being repaired after an accident. Didn't get on with it at all, I feel it needed the six speed box simply because it has a tiny power band compared to a Tdi. More horsepower perhaps, but the Tdi still has the better low rpm torque.
I think your choice of a TD 5 was a very wise one, the only thing that would have been better for your use would have been to go for a CSW, that has most of the refinements that you are putting on your vehicle now, but it is still a van, and that can cause a lot of insurance complications, but that said, your Defender looks really nice, the colour and wheels look wonderful, enjoy it! Chris B.
I've a TD5 90 same colour , bulkhead delete for extra legroom, cat delete & straight thru exhaust & chipped for extra 40 + hp.....but she sits on my drive most days of the week like a modern work of art ............ 😂
@@thedoctorsgarage the most enjoyable TD5 upgrade was a hybrid turbo upgrade running @ 2.3 bar ...... When the boost valve let's go it sounds totally amazing 🤣👍
Interesting what you said about the NCB transfer to a van and back to a car. I have never had that issue and currently have my NCB (earned on cars) now on my Defenders policy!
Hi James, I got that slightly wrong. My experience has been that you can transfer the NCB from a car to a van but once it has been allocated to a van, you can’t transfer it back, you can only transfer to another van. If you find that it is possible to transfer it back, please let me know. 👍🏻
I’ve spoke to numerous finance companies as well as receiving quotes from insurance comparison sites, and both class the defender as an suv. So the NCB shouldn’t be a problem for people
Great advice I have owned puma and td5 and agree the puma is nicer on road, however I’m back to TD5 as Nice XS station wagon version, rather than puma van. I use off road and also camp in it. Could I ask where you got your grill and light surrounds please, mine are looking very tired.
Hi Robert, really interesting to hear from an owner of both. 👍 Here is the link for the exact same one that I bought: ebay.us/6AnnVd You will also need to buy the black land rover badge - ebay.us/TVwl5U
Im on my 3rd ,bloody love love them 300tdì,2.4,then 2.2 puma. thought 300 tdi was the best.2.2 puma is a fantastic driver. I was lucky enough to buy a 2.2 puma 3 door 110 for camping.had gullwing windows installled when bought.I have the Defender bug bad! Rather rare here in Australia as here is massive Toyota Landcruiser and Nissan Patrols as parts and service Centres are everywhere here in Aus..
The thing with the flat bonnet is that you can put checker plate on it much easier because it's flat, and you can put the spare wheel on there if you wanted that, too. With the humped bonet you couldn't put the wheel there because it would block too much of your vision (it blocks a fair bit on the flat bonet!), and while you can put checker plate on the humped bonet, it doesn't look as good imho, and it's not as protective as you can only have a smaller area of plate.
I have a defender 110 300tdi County Station Wagon, yes it's noisy, but I bought it because of its simplicity, something breaks or falls off it, its generally a simple task to replace and or repair, been an owner for 12 years it's my daily driver and I'd hate to go back to normal cars, definitely do your research if you're in the market for one, checks before buying, bulkhead, rear chassis just in front of the rear wheels and rear cross member, and if you do buy one change the timing belt for peice of mind, the 300tdi engine is bomb proof.
Hello Nick I, like you have gone on a bit of a journey with my defender, I purchased a pick up from a garden centre that was a 1988 V8, I have replaced the chassis and engine with a more modern V8 but retained a manual gearbox. I also had a TD5 previously and cannot recommend enough that you change the transfer box, no pun intended its transformational, I got a new one from ashcroft as recommended by Foley who are local to me. I liked the TD5 dash so much that I put it in my V8, I now have a double din headunit and reversing cam in my V8. Great channel and great mods.
Hi Terry- thanks for your comment! I have heard good things about the transfer box swap especially for longer distance driving. Will take a look thanks! Marcus
I had a 300 tdi County from new….L 716 HJW…for 25 years. 160k miles on the clock…original clutch too…..oil/ filter change twice a year is a must. Never had any trouble apart from leaking door seals 😂. I’m 68 and traded it in (£2000; I didn’t need the money) for a Kia Picanto…..bliss…7 year warranty….warmth….comfort….no leaks….cheap cheap to run…..luxury….😂
Hi 👋 I see on yours it has the LED head lamps which there’s many aftermarket makes with vastly varying cost and reliability, but in the last year of production (2016) LR did actually do some OEM ones with were fitted on the 1000 only specials made. These did have some environmental and legal and performance testing completed unlike the chemo Chinese aftermarket ones. Also the head lamp bezel that hold the head lamps in place rust, basically due to to fine particles / silt build up between the bezel and the glass which keeps moisture on the rear of the metal plus grinding away the protective paint. LR spec for these are low grade steel painted to protect for up to 300 hours in a salt test spray, really easy test to meet (no headlamps no dirt so no real world use). Suggestions if you like shiny bling go with the silver anniversary version as these are made from stainless so will not rust, ( I did not have one single sliver one return within 8 years warranty) alternatively use OEM original spares made from 2015 as these had a non iron phosphate coating added to the steel bezel prior to painting in quarter 3 2013 and fitted to vehicles to OEM vehicles from 2014 (2015 for OEM spares as may have taken time to flush worldwide stocks). After introduction of the pre coating warranty returns fell dramatically right up to 2021 when final window closed for standard warranty claims. Hope this information Is useful for you all.
I have heard many people compalied about Defender. BUt surprisingly, due to the charisma, in Indonesia for 1997-1998 Defender 300TDi, it cost about IDR 600-700 million which equal to USD 45K to USD 47K. that's is very awesome because Landcruiser VX100 for 2000 diesel can be found easily at IDR 600 million.
Lovely charming! Had 10 from 98-14 all new,most 110 s ! fun vehicle Now i have a 16 Toyota hilux! Pretty dull but so very superior in all ways ! Use it for work,forrestry and gardening work! No rust and reliability like nothing can match! Btw i sold my 14 2016 and got all money back 👍 Cheers M
If you use admiral they seem to see the vehicle as a car so ncb can be transferred. Tried many companies and them and direct line are the only ones using regular car insurance for the vans
Hi. Really useful. Thanks. You are not right about the insurance though. Recently sought quotes for identical year Defenders - Station Wagon (a car) or Van back. I was offered virtually similar quotes with NCD and NCD protection. It's not an issue.
Good video as usual. I went for a TD5 90 SW XS Urban Truck in black and not regretted it. Err yes is did have lots of checker plate but turns out it was fine underneath. Phew!
Very nice! Love the urban ones. Yes the new chequer plate to be fair is good it’s when you see the old ones covered it in you know it’s going to be hiding some bad things😂
I think I would have got a 110 station wagon instead of a 90 van, purely for practicalities sake - the 90 is a lot smaller than you want it to be. Van looks better, but you just can't put people in the back, so it's a pure 2 seater. and the visibility out the sides is horrific, so can see why you'd want to chuck some windows in the back! Happy with the Puma engine mind - appreciate the extra comfort, though would love the front vents as I don't have air con! But if you don't have a Puma, I can't see why you'd want a Puma bonnet - stick to the original! Oh - the other thing.... Modding - I've got the Alive stage 1 remap, suspension, etc - check the insurance before you do it!
I bought my 110 USW new in 2011. Chose a 110 over a 90 as they ride better, better for towing, plus more seats. We were trying for a baby at the time so the idea was we would need the extra seats. In the long run wish I'd gone for a 90 as never had kids in the end, ex is long gone so it's just me, but I guess I fell in love with the 110. I've kept it as original as I can.
I use my defender long distance travel on road...Also use on beach.....See what breaks down first replace it AND upgrade..EVENTUALLY UPGRADE MOTOR TO 8 CYLINDER.
😧 me after buying a Defender with checker plate on the bottom sill and wing tops. Luckily, they were put on for looks by the original owner. They were starting to peel so took them off for a respray and it was fine underneath but it’s a very good tip to be cautious with them. I’m also the same about going off road. I don’t plan to do that because I know it’s really capable and it has nothing to prove so why risk damaging it? And definitely keep the original bonnet. Another great vid! 👍
I have a massive itch for getting a defender. I’m not a farmer, despite living in the Pennines I don’t go off road. I don’t need a “work” vehicle, and it would not be my daily. So I have absolutely zero reason to get one but I’d just love to own one… as long as it didn’t ruin my life 😂
Hi Doc, Great video as usual, loving the Optimil upgrades! I own a Puma 90 XS Station Wagon 2014 which I bought from new, the only thing I would consider changing would be to buy the 110 over the 90. I prefer the look of the 90 over the 110 but the 110 is so much more versatile and loads more room. We take our 90 to the Alps twice a year to ski and packing used to be a mission until we took the rear seats out and installed a drawer system. I would highly recommend the Puma, I know a lot of Defender owners are not keen but I cannot praise enough, it’s perfectly acceptable as a daily driver especially with the Alive Tuning stage 1 upgrade. I have owned several transit vans over the years all with the TDCI duratorq engine, all have done over 100,000 miles and performed fantastic considering they have been an abused builders van!! Keep up the great work Doc. Kind regards Tony
Cheers Tony- Yes I know what you mean about a 110- the 90 is actually quite small for more than 2 people although it doesn't look it from the outside! The issue with the 110 is its almost twice as much maintenance! Door hinges/doors/more chassis etc
Hello Tony, Chris here, I own a 2010 station wagon 90 puma 2.4 XS, and use it as a daily, and we treat each other well. I gave it love back by improvement, aside of regular maintenance, The most recent thing I did was changing the ugly ofcentered steering wheel for a exmoor trim evander black 17" one with birchwood on aluminum. It handles like a Land Rover and looks original to it, in fact it's very content. Thanks for your video, you have a new subscription added.
Having driven all the diesel engine options of Defenders, I've found the Td5 the smoothest running. The pumas feel more clunky to drive and, while the later heater is more effective, the redesigned dash robs so much space with my right knee constantly bashing the shelf under the steering wheel and left bouncing off the bulging centre portion of the dash. I daily drive a 2005 Td5 110 station wagon as my only car and have done since 2009. It covers commuting, regular trips from home in the Scottish Highlands to visit family in Cornwall and, at the weekend, I can sling a mountain bike in the back without taking any wheels off. For modifications, I replaced the 2nd row seats with high-back versions and fitted extended seat rails to the driver's seat for a better leg angle. The back cushion from the original back seat now makes a lovely big padded top on the centre cubby box. Oh and yesterday I replaced the stereo as the original radio cassette has never been quite the same since a passenger spilled half a can of coke into it a few years back! My previous transport was a 300 TDI 90, which was brilliant but less refined and, being smaller than the 110 with 3 seats instead of 9, less practical. Great fun on the motorway, where it always felt a bit like piloting a light aircraft.
The bulge in the Puma bonnet was only because they bodged up. The Puma engine is tall, and they were stuck with the Ford 6-speed gearbox. So that dictated the engine position, which ended up above the front axle. So they had to lift the engine way high up to clear the axle, and then had to put the bulge in. The TD5 is a much longer engine, but hey, it fits properly in the vehicle, so no need for the bulge.
The original plan was to redesign the sump so the engine would clear the front axle. For some reason this was refused so they had to design a new bonnet. I'm pretty sure Tdci prototypes did use the flat bonnet.
TD5 and Puma have completly different rear doors made from Steel. The spare wheel monts are extremely solid. I use mine as a step when tying items down on the roof. I know what you mean with the old Steel frame and ali skin doors as I had all those issues in the past. However the steel doors a are far stronger. In my experience spare wheel carriers are more niusance than they are worth as, from experience, they can fatigue the rear wing appart instead of the door.
Interesting video. And great looking Defender. You should have overlaid some photos of the other versions that you were referring to and also the checker (?) plate you mentioned.
The body is aluminium and so oxidises(aluminium oxide)....the chassis and front bulkhead are steel and they rust (iron oxide!)....a rotten/rusty front bulkhead is a huge job to change...(as is a chassis!)
PUMA can be tuned just as good as the Td5 believe me, I am a PUMA owner (after owning a 2.5td, tdi 200 and a tdi 300) and against all suggestions i decided to go for the PUMA over a TD5. The sole purpose was I wanted something a bit more evolved with everyday comforts along with the ruggedness of a landy. I am not a fan of the humped bonnet to be fair, but lets get down to the tuning. I have done stage 1 tuning and the change is impressive, well worth it, increase by 40-45 bhp, but apart from that is the gear ratio and the possibly of turning off the EGR which is a huge issue on all these machines both td5 and puma. This is just my 5p and I come with no disrespect to the td5, they are both amazing vehicles..
Great video! Very informative. Currently considering a ULEZ 2.2 conversion as a potential project, not sure if you have come across anyone who has done one? I learnt to drive in a TD5 110 many moons ago, I loved my first driving experiences in that!
Iv got an S reg 300tdi 90, love the character looks and the propper old school Land Rover element. I have owned it since 2015 and to live with everyday in all honesty was difficult. (it did improve a lot when I recently installed a lof clutch) however I wouldn’t change or try and improve it for the world, it just wouldn’t be right to try and make it something it isn’t. She lives in the garage now looking pretty and I bought myself a Touareg for comfort and power. Would I recommend one for daily use? Probably not. Would I ever sell it? Definitely not! It completed one of my childhood dreams and my little boy loves it to much.
Good point on buying a stock vehicle. Never EVER buy someone else’s project vehicle. Completely stock as it left the factory is the only way to go, especially with a 4x4.
With regards to engine choice, having owned all of them, the Tdi is slow and bulletproof, the Td5 was my favourite, and I’d never buy a Puma again. In standard form they are woefully lacking in torque in all the right places to be a modern road car, you’re forever thrashing through gears to keep momentum. Yes, you can remap it, but not everyone wants to do so.
Keep them as original as possible. My 2009 was Rustmaster-ed cavity wax injection & chassis underseal from new, garaged from new. Avoided car parks at all costs. Very low mileage and in mint condition. No re-mapping, no bernie-bolt on's, no chequer plate. Totally standard as from the factory. Even the rear crossmember is rust free. Alas now it has to live exposed, but still under cover in a carport, so looking at anti-theft devices to stop the scumbags from nicking it, or the doors & bonnet.
XS is available in Td5 & Puma they have half leather heated seats, heated screen, electric windows, central locking & air con. In addition I think ABS & TC was an option on Td5 but standard on Td5 XS and all Puma.
Great video Doc. I would never buy a puma, I Love my td5 too much. As well as the transfer box, you can also put a higher 5th gear ratio in and I think it will completely transform it. Also I intend to keep mine forever, hopefully like you. I like the td5 dash as it’s not as basic as a tdi but still has the defender element to it. However, when my td5 needs a new chassis and bulkhead I might put a puma bulkhead in to enable me to put a puma dash in. Ashcroft do a kit to make the r380 box compatible with the puma sticks as well.
@@thedoctorsgarage it is, however it makes it feel a bit less like a defender in a way. I think the td5 dash with a double din is the perfect blend of the more modern switches and buttons, but still the older design.
I had a 90 with a 19J engine, put a 200tdi tweaked the pump 300tdi turbo, Discovery transfer box 1:2 ratio defender 1:4 pulled really well get on the motorway to.
You make great points to ponder. You mentioned Sam at Juice motors. He hasn’t posted a video in a bit. Do you know if everything is okay with him. I sure hope so.
Definitely no to the Puma bonnet. It was much heavier (steel instead of aluminium?) and wider at the front edge which didn’t look ‘right’ to my eye. I sold a Puma that I had bought new in 2011 and went back to a Td5 - much prefer it.
I have a defender 90 1984 spitfire green tdi and i think it’s the best thing ever but my girlfriend wants me to get an upgrade because she wants aircon 🙄
Nice video….but you overlooked the “best” mota for a Land Rover defender!!!! The brilliant rover V8!!!! Wether it be the original 3.5 litre mota or the latest 5.0 litre version…. The V8 is the mota to have!!!! And that V8 mota was so successful it went into Rover cars, MGs…..Discovery’s…. And naturally the Range Rover!!!! And numerous other British cars!!! An amazing mota!!!! Regards ian 👨🎤🇳🇿🏉👍
First question would be what does the marque LandRover mean to you? Initial impressions from your video is that you don’t really get it. It’s a lifestyle not just a tuner car which it seems you are more inclined towards. But I do have some hesitations with any credibility for you on that as well. Have you ever been able to jump into a mate’s rig and run a better lap or have better understanding of the feel? Please reach out. Happy to give a few points
I've owned a 300 Tdi 90 hard top and a 110 Puma station wagon. I preferred the Tdi despite being more agricultural. Because let's face it the puma still isn't refined. Neither were trouble free and I had various mechanical and electrical issues but I miss the 90 more. After dumping all its coolant on the hard shoulder of the M6 on a cold winters night my patience with LR reliability ran out. I went out and bought a Hilux. Which has been modified a bit but its been flawlessly reliable. Its objectively a better vehicle in every way. But I do miss the old 90. That's defenders for you.
Puma bonnect is ugly and obstructs your view of the n/s wing. Speaking as someone with a 90Tdci and a 110 TD5 the TD5 is much better. Personally as a daily driver I recommend a 110 to a 90 as the latter is really choppy on the road. Also the 110 is better for towing. Dont put a 1.2 transfer box in if you want to tow, Ashcroft do a modified gearbox with better layshaft bearings and a slightly higher 5th gear (from the V8 box)
Very close for me as I find the in-line six sounds amazing, but if we are talking only about coil spring models then yes the V8 is great. I like the sound of a TD5 too. My Tdci just sounds like a van. :/
@@m5rty_cbasedbro190 I disagree about not being very powerful. A tweek on the pump, a boost controller, a performance exhaust and a bigger intercooler make mine quick enough to surprise most people. And it's such a bulletproof engine it doesn't affect reliability one bit.
I’ve always stuck with the TDI’s, much less complicated, my TD5 was just full of electrical gremlins and later stuff like pumas full of all the dpf and euro compliance rubbish, transit engines not great. TD5 would have been my preference apart from the electrical issues. Yours looks great and I’d leave the bonnet, everyone does the puma thing 👍
Pointless. I haven't washed my Landy 300tdi (1986) in 10 years. But the chassis gets power washed every autumn and any repairs sorted out by myself ready for winter (4 small welded repairs in ten years). Original chassis. Scruffy up top, sorted below. Exactly the opposite of just about every car on the road.
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Puma is no better than the Td5. They shouldn't have changed from the 5 cylinder. You dont get the same pull from a puma. I wouldnt change from the Td5. And the bonnet is better
I can't even watch this.... "wrong choice"....poor defender deserves a new owner
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Or corrosion resistance
I’ve got a 300tdi and I like it’s character. A lot of people spend a lot of money trying to make an agricultural machine into a modern estate car. If comfort and silence are important to you then don’t buy a Defender.
I agree its never going to be a quiet drive 😂 but I also like modifying mine and updating certain parts - it’s great that there is so many parts and styling to creat something unique
@@thedoctorsgarage I understand that every Defender is unique and modification is a necessity due to various design and manufacturing faults but there are those that become disappointed that they fail to turn their vehicle into a modern car. They are what they are, some like the idea of ownership of the most iconic and rugged looking vehicle without all the hassle that comes with the package. This is where the Ineos Grenadier might do well but that remains to be seen.
For some of us northern Defender owners, spending money for heated seats and insulation is a vital investment when -40 Celsius becomes apart of the equation. Having the best heater matrix in a 300 tdi along with an uninsulated tin can barely covers the bases of any comfort at -10 Celsius. Fortunately my 110 acoustics have drastically improved to 70 ish db from the high 90 to 100 in its true uninsulated form. Yukon winters are not fun, but better now with my upgrades.
I just got a 300tdi specifically because I’m an amateur and I was told by a professional that these are the simplest engines to work and learn on. But definitely not the most refined.
@@nicholasryan2292 yea they are garbage. Had one for a couple years. Hope you don’t live anywhere it gets cold, say 25F degrees or less. That engine was a heap of sh it in cold weather.
my dad bought a 2003 90 td5 and chipped it giving it about 190-200 hp and loads of other stuff (breaks, suspension, plates on the bonnet to stand and lots of internal engine stuff) and i am the lucky little bastard that gets to drive it for my first car. im 18 and get to drive it to college. its such a privilege and pleasure to drive and everyone says its loud and uncomfortable but thats where its character is and i love it (also its geared to be fast so it feels like a racecar therefore i prefer driving it to something smoother which other people dont get) and i make sure to use it as intended i take it off roading and drive it quick. love it to death
Definitely don’t change your bonnet, proud to own a original authentic TD5 👍🏻
That’s what I think but so many seem to swap them out 🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@thedoctorsgarage I cringe every time I see a perfect bonnet get swapped out for no good reason. I prefer the look of the flat hood. The bumped bonnets look ok for the newer models, but the older Defenders are just so charming
I'm in the process of buying a UK Defender and shipping to the US. A lot of great info. Thanks for sharing!
All very good comments, but you have shown why I am so lucky. I bought a second hand 110 XS model TD5 in 2005 which was only 6 months old. The negatives you mention about Defenders, I just do not recognise, so an XS model is the one to go for. I do not really do much off roading, but on the other hand, it does it so easily, that you would not notice if you had. They are just so easy to live with and do everything you ask.
I bought my beloved Td5 from new, he is now 23 years old, has been offroad a lot (but with care) is very reliable, almost rust free and never will be sold. When I see the state of other vehicles at that age or even a lot younger, I dare to give an advice from experience: the least modified, tuned and tampered around with Landys are usually those which last longest.
Drive slow - and enjoy it! (Your Landy will enjoy it too)
Rare to have one owner from new!
@@thedoctorsgarage My 110 I bought new for my 30th birthday. I was 41 a couple of weeks ago and I've still got it :)
Nice as usual, well one thing I would think about now after six years of owning a 300Tdi would be: I would buy exactly what I want in good condition instead of buying something to modify, ours too was a 90 van and now has back benches and sliding windows, would definitely check under had to change the whole chassis on ours which did look good but was hiding much to do... but as Mike of Britannica Restorations says: many make mistakes when buying their first Land Rover and this is my first one though I grew up with Land Rover as my father was selling Land Rover spares in Rome Italy since 1968.
That’s great advice Richard- your first defender is always your worst defender! I too would o have gone for a higher spec defender to start with if I had my time again - also prices were much better then than now!!
200/300 tdi are great, but decent supply is slowly drying up. Alot of people take the 200tdi from a disco and put it into a defender like on mine, with some modification of bell housing, works great! If i had my pic of engines, id put a 3.9 v8 from a rangie in it, but TD5s are awesome too with that 5cyl purr!
I had a loan Puma when my 200tdi was being repaired after an accident. Didn't get on with it at all, I feel it needed the six speed box simply because it has a tiny power band compared to a Tdi. More horsepower perhaps, but the Tdi still has the better low rpm torque.
Thanks Simon interesting to hear 👌🏻
I think your choice of a TD 5 was a very wise one, the only thing that would have been better for your use would have been to go for a CSW, that has most of the refinements that you are putting on your vehicle now, but it is still a van, and that can cause a lot of insurance complications, but that said, your Defender looks really nice, the colour and wheels look wonderful, enjoy it! Chris B.
I have had two TD5's and two Puma's. Puma every time and every bit as good as the TD5 imho
Bought a 1987 90 4 years ago for 1800gbp best decision both that and my 69 c10 chevy have increased in value. I love agricultural classics
I've a TD5 90 same colour , bulkhead delete for extra legroom, cat delete & straight thru exhaust & chipped for extra 40 + hp.....but she sits on my drive most days of the week like a modern work of art ............
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@@thedoctorsgarage the most enjoyable TD5 upgrade was a hybrid turbo upgrade running @ 2.3 bar ......
When the boost valve let's go it sounds totally amazing 🤣👍
Interesting what you said about the NCB transfer to a van and back to a car. I have never had that issue and currently have my NCB (earned on cars) now on my Defenders policy!
Hi James, I got that slightly wrong. My experience has been that you can transfer the NCB from a car to a van but once it has been allocated to a van, you can’t transfer it back, you can only transfer to another van. If you find that it is possible to transfer it back, please let me know. 👍🏻
Yeah same here...
I’m now with Churchill who recognise my 300tdi as a car. They took my ncb which was declared as van the year before
@@boothepup6145 Hi, this is great to know, will look into Churchill. Must be certain insurance companies 👍🏻
I’ve spoke to numerous finance companies as well as receiving quotes from insurance comparison sites, and both class the defender as an suv. So the NCB shouldn’t be a problem for people
Hi doc would you be able to tell me if the heating system are good like do they get hot in winter like modern cars
Hey- they do but mainly on your legs! It’s not too bad to be honest in the front at least
Great advice I have owned puma and td5 and agree the puma is nicer on road, however I’m back to TD5 as Nice XS station wagon version, rather than puma van. I use off road and also camp in it. Could I ask where you got your grill and light surrounds please, mine are looking very tired.
Hi Robert, really interesting to hear from an owner of both. 👍
Here is the link for the exact same one that I bought:
ebay.us/6AnnVd
You will also need to buy the black land rover badge - ebay.us/TVwl5U
@@thedoctorsgarage thanks keep up the good work watch all your updates.
Im on my 3rd ,bloody love love them 300tdì,2.4,then 2.2 puma.
thought 300 tdi was the best.2.2 puma is a fantastic driver.
I was lucky enough to buy a 2.2 puma 3 door 110 for camping.had gullwing windows installled when bought.I have the Defender bug bad! Rather rare here in Australia as here is massive Toyota Landcruiser and Nissan Patrols as parts and service Centres are everywhere here in Aus..
Great to hear and appreciate you watching! 🙏
The thing with the flat bonnet is that you can put checker plate on it much easier because it's flat, and you can put the spare wheel on there if you wanted that, too. With the humped bonet you couldn't put the wheel there because it would block too much of your vision (it blocks a fair bit on the flat bonet!), and while you can put checker plate on the humped bonet, it doesn't look as good imho, and it's not as protective as you can only have a smaller area of plate.
I have a restored series iii 😁 no rust on body. Stone chiped ladder frame chassis.
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I have a defender 110 300tdi County Station Wagon, yes it's noisy, but I bought it because of its simplicity, something breaks or falls off it, its generally a simple task to replace and or repair, been an owner for 12 years it's my daily driver and I'd hate to go back to normal cars, definitely do your research if you're in the market for one, checks before buying, bulkhead, rear chassis just in front of the rear wheels and rear cross member, and if you do buy one change the timing belt for peice of mind, the 300tdi engine is bomb proof.
Hello Nick
I, like you have gone on a bit of a journey with my defender, I purchased a pick up from a garden centre that was a 1988 V8, I have replaced the chassis and engine with a more modern V8 but retained a manual gearbox. I also had a TD5 previously and cannot recommend enough that you change the transfer box, no pun intended its transformational, I got a new one from ashcroft as recommended by Foley who are local to me. I liked the TD5 dash so much that I put it in my V8, I now have a double din headunit and reversing cam in my V8. Great channel and great mods.
Hi Terry- thanks for your comment! I have heard good things about the transfer box swap especially for longer distance driving. Will take a look thanks! Marcus
I had a 300 tdi County from new….L 716 HJW…for 25 years. 160k miles on the clock…original clutch too…..oil/ filter change twice a year is a must. Never had any trouble apart from leaking door seals 😂. I’m 68 and traded it in (£2000; I didn’t need the money) for a Kia Picanto…..bliss…7 year warranty….warmth….comfort….no leaks….cheap cheap to run…..luxury….😂
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I see on yours it has the LED head lamps which there’s many aftermarket makes with vastly varying cost and reliability, but in the last year of production (2016) LR did actually do some OEM ones with were fitted on the 1000 only specials made. These did have some environmental and legal and performance testing completed unlike the chemo Chinese aftermarket ones.
Also the head lamp bezel that hold the head lamps in place rust, basically due to to fine particles / silt build up between the bezel and the glass which keeps moisture on the rear of the metal plus grinding away the protective paint.
LR spec for these are low grade steel painted to protect for up to 300 hours in a salt test spray, really easy test to meet (no headlamps no dirt so no real world use). Suggestions if you like shiny bling go with the silver anniversary version as these are made from stainless so will not rust, ( I did not have one single sliver one return within 8 years warranty) alternatively use OEM original spares made from 2015 as these had a non iron phosphate coating added to the steel bezel prior to painting in quarter 3 2013 and fitted to vehicles to OEM vehicles from 2014 (2015 for OEM spares as may have taken time to flush worldwide stocks).
After introduction of the pre coating warranty returns fell dramatically right up to 2021 when final window closed for standard warranty claims.
Hope this information Is useful for you all.
Interesting stuff- thanks!
I have heard many people compalied about Defender. BUt surprisingly, due to the charisma, in Indonesia for 1997-1998 Defender 300TDi, it cost about IDR 600-700 million which equal to USD 45K to USD 47K. that's is very awesome because Landcruiser VX100 for 2000 diesel can be found easily at IDR 600 million.
Right on bro, love my Td5 for the same reasons.
Lovely charming! Had 10 from 98-14 all new,most 110 s ! fun vehicle Now i have a 16 Toyota hilux! Pretty dull but so very superior in all ways ! Use it for work,forrestry and gardening work! No rust and reliability like nothing can match! Btw i sold my 14 2016 and got all money back 👍
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If you use admiral they seem to see the vehicle as a car so ncb can be transferred. Tried many companies and them and direct line are the only ones using regular car insurance for the vans
Good to know Rhys thanks will check them out
Hi. Really useful. Thanks. You are not right about the insurance though. Recently sought quotes for identical year Defenders - Station Wagon (a car) or Van back. I was offered virtually similar quotes with NCD and NCD protection. It's not an issue.
I have really enjoyed all your content. One easily fixed niggle, I would recommend buying a "dead cat" cover for your mic for windy conditions.
Thanks Piet really appreciate it- that’s a great idea I do know this video has quite a bit of wind in it! I’ll look in to dead cat 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Good video as usual. I went for a TD5 90 SW XS Urban Truck in black and not regretted it. Err yes is did have lots of checker plate but turns out it was fine underneath. Phew!
Very nice! Love the urban ones. Yes the new chequer plate to be fair is good it’s when you see the old ones covered it in you know it’s going to be hiding some bad things😂
I have owned 200Tdi, 300Tdi and TD5 engined Defenders and the TD5 is the engine to have.
Looks great mate, and great advice for someone tossing up which model to buy. Keep it up 👌
Cheers Josh appreciate it 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Wish this video was done before I bought mine. Must check those cheque plates 😂😂🤣 great video and thanks
Thansk! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
I think I would have got a 110 station wagon instead of a 90 van, purely for practicalities sake - the 90 is a lot smaller than you want it to be. Van looks better, but you just can't put people in the back, so it's a pure 2 seater. and the visibility out the sides is horrific, so can see why you'd want to chuck some windows in the back! Happy with the Puma engine mind - appreciate the extra comfort, though would love the front vents as I don't have air con! But if you don't have a Puma, I can't see why you'd want a Puma bonnet - stick to the original! Oh - the other thing.... Modding - I've got the Alive stage 1 remap, suspension, etc - check the insurance before you do it!
Thanks Scott- I agree the 90 is a lot smaller than you think when it comes to using it!
I bought my 110 USW new in 2011. Chose a 110 over a 90 as they ride better, better for towing, plus more seats. We were trying for a baby at the time so the idea was we would need the extra seats. In the long run wish I'd gone for a 90 as never had kids in the end, ex is long gone so it's just me, but I guess I fell in love with the 110. I've kept it as original as I can.
I use my defender long distance travel on road...Also use on beach.....See what breaks down first replace it AND upgrade..EVENTUALLY UPGRADE MOTOR TO 8 CYLINDER.
😧 me after buying a Defender with checker plate on the bottom sill and wing tops. Luckily, they were put on for looks by the original owner. They were starting to peel so took them off for a respray and it was fine underneath but it’s a very good tip to be cautious with them. I’m also the same about going off road. I don’t plan to do that because I know it’s really capable and it has nothing to prove so why risk damaging it? And definitely keep the original bonnet. Another great vid! 👍
I have a massive itch for getting a defender. I’m not a farmer, despite living in the Pennines I don’t go off road. I don’t need a “work” vehicle, and it would not be my daily. So I have absolutely zero reason to get one but I’d just love to own one… as long as it didn’t ruin my life 😂
Hi Doc,
Great video as usual, loving the Optimil upgrades!
I own a Puma 90 XS Station Wagon 2014 which I bought from new, the only thing I would consider changing would be to buy the 110 over the 90. I prefer the look of the 90 over the 110 but the 110 is so much more versatile and loads more room. We take our 90 to the Alps twice a year to ski and packing used to be a mission until we took the rear seats out and installed a drawer system.
I would highly recommend the Puma, I know a lot of Defender owners are not keen but I cannot praise enough, it’s perfectly acceptable as a daily driver especially with the Alive Tuning stage 1 upgrade. I have owned several transit vans over the years all with the TDCI duratorq engine, all have done over 100,000 miles and performed fantastic considering they have been an abused builders van!!
Keep up the great work Doc.
Kind regards
Tony
Cheers Tony- Yes I know what you mean about a 110- the 90 is actually quite small for more than 2 people although it doesn't look it from the outside! The issue with the 110 is its almost twice as much maintenance! Door hinges/doors/more chassis etc
Hello Tony, Chris here, I own a 2010 station wagon 90 puma 2.4 XS, and use it as a daily, and we treat each other well.
I gave it love back by improvement, aside of regular maintenance, The most recent thing I did was changing the
ugly ofcentered steering wheel for a exmoor trim evander black 17" one with birchwood on aluminum.
It handles like a Land Rover and looks original to it, in fact it's very content.
Thanks for your video, you have a new subscription added.
Having driven all the diesel engine options of Defenders, I've found the Td5 the smoothest running. The pumas feel more clunky to drive and, while the later heater is more effective, the redesigned dash robs so much space with my right knee constantly bashing the shelf under the steering wheel and left bouncing off the bulging centre portion of the dash.
I daily drive a 2005 Td5 110 station wagon as my only car and have done since 2009. It covers commuting, regular trips from home in the Scottish Highlands to visit family in Cornwall and, at the weekend, I can sling a mountain bike in the back without taking any wheels off.
For modifications, I replaced the 2nd row seats with high-back versions and fitted extended seat rails to the driver's seat for a better leg angle. The back cushion from the original back seat now makes a lovely big padded top on the centre cubby box. Oh and yesterday I replaced the stereo as the original radio cassette has never been quite the same since a passenger spilled half a can of coke into it a few years back!
My previous transport was a 300 TDI 90, which was brilliant but less refined and, being smaller than the 110 with 3 seats instead of 9, less practical. Great fun on the motorway, where it always felt a bit like piloting a light aircraft.
Great info Joe- interesting to hear you favour the TD5 for long distance 👌🏻
The bulge in the Puma bonnet was only because they bodged up. The Puma engine is tall, and they were stuck with the Ford 6-speed gearbox. So that dictated the engine position, which ended up above the front axle. So they had to lift the engine way high up to clear the axle, and then had to put the bulge in. The TD5 is a much longer engine, but hey, it fits properly in the vehicle, so no need for the bulge.
Never knew that thanks!!
The original plan was to redesign the sump so the engine would clear the front axle. For some reason this was refused so they had to design a new bonnet. I'm pretty sure Tdci prototypes did use the flat bonnet.
Six - a separate mount for the spare wheel. Spares mounted on a Series door damaged the frame, so perhaps the same with your car.
TD5 and Puma have completly different rear doors made from Steel. The spare wheel monts are extremely solid. I use mine as a step when tying items down on the roof. I know what you mean with the old Steel frame and ali skin doors as I had all those issues in the past. However the steel doors a are far stronger. In my experience spare wheel carriers are more niusance than they are worth as, from experience, they can fatigue the rear wing appart instead of the door.
Just one question. Why did you hit your camera after y9ur introduction?
The mid-range County has electric windows?
Good breakdown Doc.
Cheers Arch
Interesting video. And great looking Defender. You should have overlaid some photos of the other versions that you were referring to and also the checker (?) plate you mentioned.
Thanks! That’s a good idea - maybe next time 👌🏻👌🏻
Your Defender looks lovely!
The body is aluminium and so oxidises(aluminium oxide)....the chassis and front bulkhead are steel and they rust (iron oxide!)....a rotten/rusty front bulkhead is a huge job to change...(as is a chassis!)
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PUMA can be tuned just as good as the Td5 believe me, I am a PUMA owner (after owning a 2.5td, tdi 200 and a tdi 300) and against all suggestions i decided to go for the PUMA over a TD5. The sole purpose was I wanted something a bit more evolved with everyday comforts along with the ruggedness of a landy. I am not a fan of the humped bonnet to be fair, but lets get down to the tuning. I have done stage 1 tuning and the change is impressive, well worth it, increase by 40-45 bhp, but apart from that is the gear ratio and the possibly of turning off the EGR which is a huge issue on all these machines both td5 and puma.
This is just my 5p and I come with no disrespect to the td5, they are both amazing vehicles..
Agree the puma is that much more refined to drive etc
How many miles did you make through in your puma defender? Is it a 2.4 puma or a 2.2 puma? Have ever faced any reliability issues in between?
@@Countrysideboy247 45000 miles now and no major issues except change in clutch and had a valve blown and clogged up injectors
Great video! Very informative. Currently considering a ULEZ 2.2 conversion as a potential project, not sure if you have come across anyone who has done one? I learnt to drive in a TD5 110 many moons ago, I loved my first driving experiences in that!
I haven’t but it’s a interesting idea- would be keen to see how you get on
Iv got an S reg 300tdi 90, love the character looks and the propper old school Land Rover element.
I have owned it since 2015 and to live with everyday in all honesty was difficult. (it did improve a lot when I recently installed a lof clutch) however I wouldn’t change or try and improve it for the world, it just wouldn’t be right to try and make it something it isn’t.
She lives in the garage now looking pretty and I bought myself a Touareg for comfort and power.
Would I recommend one for daily use?
Probably not.
Would I ever sell it?
Definitely not! It completed one of my childhood dreams and my little boy loves it to much.
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The no claims bonus is definitely used able on a van. I went from a car to a van and my no claims wasn't affected
Good point on buying a stock vehicle. Never EVER buy someone else’s project vehicle. Completely stock as it left the factory is the only way to go, especially with a 4x4.
With regards to engine choice, having owned all of them, the Tdi is slow and bulletproof, the Td5 was my favourite, and I’d never buy a Puma again. In standard form they are woefully lacking in torque in all the right places to be a modern road car, you’re forever thrashing through gears to keep momentum. Yes, you can remap it, but not everyone wants to do so.
Agree I own a td5 and a puma defender love the td5 ,hate the puma engine
Great video, do you think you'll put a straight pipe on your defender?
Yes i’d love to do that soon to be fair- get some better sound from it
@@thedoctorsgarage Would sound so good, keep up the great videos!
@@harryhawkins3439 cheers Harry!
I really want to know what the Defender Wolf drives like compared to the TD5 / TDI. Good video, thanks.
Hey- I’m unsure as never driven a wolf but someone might know on here
Keep them as original as possible. My 2009 was Rustmaster-ed cavity wax injection & chassis underseal from new, garaged from new. Avoided car parks at all costs. Very low mileage and in mint condition. No re-mapping, no bernie-bolt on's, no chequer plate. Totally standard as from the factory. Even the rear crossmember is rust free.
Alas now it has to live exposed, but still under cover in a carport, so looking at anti-theft devices to stop the scumbags from nicking it, or the doors & bonnet.
Is XS spec an addition on top of the TD5 i.e. TD5 XS?
Yeah it is XS was the top spec I think
@@thedoctorsgarage I haven't heard of it before! Does that apply for the TDi and the Puma range as well?
I think it does for the Pumas
XS is available in Td5 & Puma they have half leather heated seats, heated screen, electric windows, central locking & air con. In addition I think ABS & TC was an option on Td5 but standard on Td5 XS and all Puma.
I would choose series doors, windows & screen so it can be run stripped down in good weather
That would be very cool - looks like a bit of a Job to convert it twice a year though?
This is a beautiful car
Great video Doc. I would never buy a puma, I Love my td5 too much. As well as the transfer box, you can also put a higher 5th gear ratio in and I think it will completely transform it. Also I intend to keep mine forever, hopefully like you. I like the td5 dash as it’s not as basic as a tdi but still has the defender element to it. However, when my td5 needs a new chassis and bulkhead I might put a puma bulkhead in to enable me to put a puma dash in. Ashcroft do a kit to make the r380 box compatible with the puma sticks as well.
Yeah I don’t mind the TD5 dash but when you sit in a Puma it is a bit nicer isn’t it!
@@thedoctorsgarage it is, however it makes it feel a bit less like a defender in a way. I think the td5 dash with a double din is the perfect blend of the more modern switches and buttons, but still the older design.
I had a 90 with a 19J engine, put a 200tdi tweaked the pump 300tdi turbo, Discovery transfer box 1:2 ratio defender 1:4 pulled really well get on the motorway to.
I transferred my ncb without issue from my 'van' defender to a car with no issue. Is this a new law?
You make great points to ponder. You mentioned Sam at Juice motors. He hasn’t posted a video in a bit. Do you know if everything is okay with him. I sure hope so.
I’m not sure- think he’s really busy by the looks of his Instagram!
I’m thinking about buying a td5 90 from around 2002 anyone if there still reliable past 100k miles?
I agree with you, why go off road just for the sake of it.
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Question. Has that vehicle ever been off-road or done a serious expedition? If not why buy a Defender?
Investment purposes for me, mine sits in the garage appreciating in value
@@Harrybowles1969 Understood. Keep it safe.
Definitely no to the Puma bonnet. It was much heavier (steel instead of aluminium?) and wider at the front edge which didn’t look ‘right’ to my eye. I sold a Puma that I had bought new in 2011 and went back to a Td5 - much prefer it.
Thansk James - that’s interesting - never knew it was heavier
Dealers can rove over a
Range of high parts and service changes
They have made the
Discovery they are Free to land them on the customer
flat bonnet over puma i reckon :)
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Don't forget the 19J! Not such a bad engine from my experience.
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I have a defender 90 1984 spitfire green tdi and i think it’s the best thing ever but my girlfriend wants me to get an upgrade because she wants aircon 🙄
Mate I’ve a 33 yr old defender 90 ,I’ve put chequer plate on areas which you point out ,and tbh they do not have rust ,not all use it to hide rust 🤬
Just a general observation! Unfortunately it is commonly used to hide rust when selling one
This color is beautiful. What is the color name or code?
Keswick green 👌🏻
Nice video….but you overlooked the “best” mota for a Land Rover defender!!!! The brilliant rover V8!!!! Wether it be the original 3.5 litre mota or the latest 5.0 litre version…. The V8 is the mota to have!!!! And that V8 mota was so successful it went into Rover cars, MGs…..Discovery’s…. And naturally the Range Rover!!!! And numerous other British cars!!! An amazing mota!!!! Regards ian 👨🎤🇳🇿🏉👍
I got a new Defender, but your vehicle is the real deal.
New one is nice though!
@@thedoctorsgarage it looks ok, but everyone wants the original.
First question would be what does the marque LandRover mean to you? Initial impressions from your video is that you don’t really get it. It’s a lifestyle not just a tuner car which it seems you are more inclined towards. But I do have some hesitations with any credibility for you on that as well. Have you ever been able to jump into a mate’s rig and run a better lap or have better understanding of the feel? Please reach out. Happy to give a few points
I never knew that about the van back 🤔👍
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The tax thing? Does depend on age, later ones were all taxed as commercial regardless of body type.
What about the petrol v8
Hi Doc
Great video my mate and some great advice. Thanks 😊
Cheers Carl 👌🏻
I've owned a 300 Tdi 90 hard top and a 110 Puma station wagon. I preferred the Tdi despite being more agricultural. Because let's face it the puma still isn't refined.
Neither were trouble free and I had various mechanical and electrical issues but I miss the 90 more.
After dumping all its coolant on the hard shoulder of the M6 on a cold winters night my patience with LR reliability ran out. I went out and bought a Hilux. Which has been modified a bit but its been flawlessly reliable. Its objectively a better vehicle in every way. But I do miss the old 90. That's defenders for you.
😂 thanks Mike- that’s an interesting angle with the puma and tdi - as you say the puma still isn’t a comfortable vehicle!
This is my dream car …
Great vid thanks!
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The phrase "an old farm vehicle that's been mechanically looked after..." is an oxymoron.
😂 what I mean is mechanically maintained but maybe the outside looks a bit battered
Isuzu 3.9 in a Perentie smokes all of the LR engines. Mine is turbocharged to boot.
thank you for the tips
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Puma bonnect is ugly and obstructs your view of the n/s wing. Speaking as someone with a 90Tdci and a 110 TD5 the TD5 is much better. Personally as a daily driver I recommend a 110 to a 90 as the latter is really choppy on the road. Also the 110 is better for towing. Dont put a 1.2 transfer box in if you want to tow, Ashcroft do a modified gearbox with better layshaft bearings and a slightly higher 5th gear (from the V8 box)
Interesting to hear thanks 🙏🏼
Oh yes, the V8 ones sounded best. Fact!
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Very close for me as I find the in-line six sounds amazing, but if we are talking only about coil spring models then yes the V8 is great. I like the sound of a TD5 too. My Tdci just sounds like a van. :/
I’ve a 200 tdi it’s like a tractor
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2.5td lt77 to LS3 6 speed auto? a bit more HP!
Dont swap that bonnet. That bulge is the one thing on my puma id change if i could...
Fair enough! Think I will keep it flat 👌🏻
Major pass on the Puma hood. I always thought those, in particular, look aftermarket.
I think I’ll stick with the flat one 👌🏻👌🏻
Or stolen.
I can tell you that the 200TDI is bulletproof and runs like a clock.
👌🏻good to know - never driven one myself
@@thedoctorsgarage they’re not very powerful but they’re a fine engine
@@m5rty_cbasedbro190 I disagree about not being very powerful. A tweek on the pump, a boost controller, a performance exhaust and a bigger intercooler make mine quick enough to surprise most people. And it's such a bulletproof engine it doesn't affect reliability one bit.
I’ve always stuck with the TDI’s, much less complicated, my TD5 was just full of electrical gremlins and later stuff like pumas full of all the dpf and euro compliance rubbish, transit engines not great. TD5 would have been my preference apart from the electrical issues. Yours looks great and I’d leave the bonnet, everyone does the puma thing 👍
Galvanised chase !
Not yet but maybe in a few years if it rots out
Pointless. I haven't washed my Landy 300tdi (1986) in 10 years. But the chassis gets power washed every autumn and any repairs sorted out by myself ready for winter (4 small welded repairs in ten years). Original chassis.
Scruffy up top, sorted below. Exactly the opposite of just about every car on the road.
Bought a 70 series...Toyo that is
I am giving my Land Rover Defender 90 away for just £5 a ticket! The winner will be announced on Sunday 17th December at 8pm. Good luck!
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Puma is no better than the Td5. They shouldn't have changed from the 5 cylinder. You dont get the same pull from a puma. I wouldnt change from the Td5. And the bonnet is better
Interesting thanks Oliver
I dunno, I've driven both and preferred the Tdci. That said, i think the 2.4 is much better than the later 2.2 which always seemed strangled.
@@onetonlandrover nah td5 all day
@@oliverbrooks546 To each his own. It's all subjective afterall.
Checker plate is the spawn of the devil.
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Pretty useful if you have a roof box you access by standing on the bonnet
Do not change the bonnet!
😯 its,A Little one....🙄