So new haven't got one yet - in France

marcus · 12-07-2015, 14:17

Hi guys, had to join the forum to look and see what issues there are with my potentially new/old purchase.

Just sold my Land Rover Series III 109" 2.6 6cyl this morning, not a happy chap but it had to go. It was intended to be a second car for me and the wife but due to a few technical problems that did not look like it was going to happen. Anyway just got to sell the Rover 75 to boost up the bank and I'll be purchasing a replacement of some description.

Did have my heart set on a Disco TD5 or Freelander (lots of Freelanders in France but not many Discos). I'm also considering something that

is not a Land Rover. In fact I'm warming to the idea of a Patrol.

I could do with a 7 seater (we run an english language school so the capacity would help), need it to tow stuff to the dump, take the family out, chuck mucky dogs in, load up with DIY stuff for the never ending list of jobs to do on the property, be able to drive round the windy lanes in all weathers and occasionally go off road. So it needs to be not to smart but a proper relabel utility truck than even the wife can drive (unlike the 109" which she couldn't).

Any advice would be superb. There's a fair choice over here, I can get a 100K mile truck 1999 for a approx £4K which seems reasonable.

marcus · 12-07-2015, 14:19

Sorry can't spell 'reliable'

don simon · 12-07-2015, 14:28

Quote:

not to smart but a proper relabel

Problem with the adverbs too.

(unemployed English teacher here).
I can't help with the Patrol, but a Terrano essentially fits the bill and you should be able to have a large supply pool over in Spain. Seven seats, good for towing, nice and easy to drive too.

marcus · 12-07-2015, 14:35

Oops missed that one. Probably explains why I'm not one of the teachers!

Funny you should mention the Terrano, was just browsing the french forum and noticed a link to one for sale. Can't help liking the Patrol though.

johnb5177 · 12-07-2015, 15:25

Welcome, where are you based in France.......there are a few T2's for sale around here, including a French LHD just down the road from me I think?

Hey, were we just not upbraided for cruelty to Alex, and here we are chiding this poor soul, after 3 posts, for poor grammar.....................

jims-terrano · 12-07-2015, 15:46

Welcome aboard, don't think you would be disappointed with a Terrano or a Trol to be honest. Have a look at the third row of seats on both as they're a tad small but see what you think.
I've had my Terrano for years and love it to bits, it's carried alsorts in it on it and towed alsorts too. 2.7 has not timing belt or chain to worry about either, gear driven

timing. Watch for rust, no car lasts forever.

Yeah one of the members across there in France advertised a few days ago.

Lots of support on here for fixes too, a few download guides too.

marcus · 12-07-2015, 17:38

Thanks for all the info guys, I'm best in the sunny South West near Cahors (dept 46 - Lot).

12-07-2015, 14:17	#1
marcus Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: France Vehicle: Rover 75 2.5 V6 Tourer Posts: 5	So new haven't got one yet - in France Hi guys, had to join the forum to look and see what issues there are with my potentially new/old purchase. Just sold my Land Rover Series III 109" 2.6 6cyl this morning, not a happy chap but it had to go. It was intended to be a second car for me and the wife but due to a few technical problems that did not look like it was going to happen. Anyway just got to sell the Rover 75 to boost up the bank and I'll be purchasing a replacement of some description. Did have my heart set on a Disco TD5 or Freelander (lots of Freelanders in France but not many Discos). I'm also considering something that is not a Land Rover. In fact I'm warming to the idea of a Patrol. I could do with a 7 seater (we run an english language school so the capacity would help), need it to tow stuff to the dump, take the family out, chuck mucky dogs in, load up with DIY stuff for the never ending list of jobs to do on the property, be able to drive round the windy lanes in all weathers and occasionally go off road. So it needs to be not to smart but a proper relabel utility truck than even the wife can drive (unlike the 109" which she couldn't). Any advice would be superb. There's a fair choice over here, I can get a 100K mile truck 1999 for a approx £4K which seems reasonable.

12-07-2015, 14:19	#2
marcus Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: France Vehicle: Rover 75 2.5 V6 Tourer Posts: 5	Sorry can't spell 'reliable'

12-07-2015, 14:35	#4
marcus Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: France Vehicle: Rover 75 2.5 V6 Tourer Posts: 5	Oops missed that one. Probably explains why I'm not one of the teachers! Funny you should mention the Terrano, was just browsing the french forum and noticed a link to one for sale. Can't help liking the Patrol though.

12-07-2015, 15:25	#5
johnb5177 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Swansea, S.Wales Vehicle: 02Terrano II 3.0 SVE Auto Posts: 1,586	Welcome, where are you based in France.......there are a few T2's for sale around here, including a French LHD just down the road from me I think? Hey, were we just not upbraided for cruelty to Alex, and here we are chiding this poor soul, after 3 posts, for poor grammar.....................

12-07-2015, 15:46	#6
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Welcome aboard, don't think you would be disappointed with a Terrano or a Trol to be honest. Have a look at the third row of seats on both as they're a tad small but see what you think. I've had my Terrano for years and love it to bits, it's carried alsorts in it on it and towed alsorts too. 2.7 has not timing belt or chain to worry about either, gear driven timing. Watch for rust, no car lasts forever. Yeah one of the members across there in France advertised a few days ago. Lots of support on here for fixes too, a few download guides too.

12-07-2015, 17:38	#7
marcus Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: France Vehicle: Rover 75 2.5 V6 Tourer Posts: 5	Thanks for all the info guys, I'm best in the sunny South West near Cahors (dept 46 - Lot).