Newby from Grimsby

Grimsbyguy · 31-01-2013, 23:11

Hello folks, I registered today when I was at work, just having a look around as I am thinking of buying a Terrano 2.7.
I have had 8 Land Rovers including 3 Discoverys and am fed up with there poor reliability post 96.
I have looked long and hard at most makes of 4x4's within my limited budget and after reading reviews I have settled on the Terrano. As soon as I sell my car I will be hunting the perfect Terrano

Names Jon by the way

danielj · 01-02-2013, 00:13

Welcome to the site. Let us know when you find the "perfect Terrano"

jims-terrano · 01-02-2013, 00:22

Hi Jon and welcome aboard. Well I love my T2 and had it for 11 years but it's suffering from the tin worm these days but it's 17 years old.

All cars have their faults but have to say T2's are pretty reasonable. One issue they suffer is either misuse or lack of use of the 4wd system. The front auto hubs seem to cause issues when abused. T2's should not be used in 4wd on hard surfaces. Stacks of advice on here and a host of How to guides too.

stinka · 01-02-2013, 00:50

Welcome comrade

SPARKIEDOO · 01-02-2013, 19:03

welcome mate

laurieash · 01-02-2013, 19:14

Hi i also have had lots of l/rovers for 20years +

now been with my 94 terrano td for 3 years still smiling

rustic · 01-02-2013, 19:55

Welcome to the club, I seem to be doing this quite a lot recently.

I have had my Mav nearly 18 years from new, it is in pristine condition, even the MOT garage said it was the best he had ever seen.

So they will last if looked after.
Getting rid of that salt and mud encrustation is the key, together with loads of waxoyl

best regards,

Rustic

smilson · 01-02-2013, 20:20

Welcome

I am also from Grimsby and got my Terrano about 6 months ago and its been very good

clivvy · 01-02-2013, 20:41

welcome Jon!

I do like Landrovers, especially the Defender range, but liek many big cars, they suffer from rot and what not.

the T2 is a great motor. Ive got a 3dr Maverick, and apart from a few initial issues, its been great, although its treated like a workhorse it is very forgiving. I cant imagine any other 4x4 will replace it, the alternatives are good but can be way more expensive to run and repair.

best of luck with your search, there are some fine examples out there. Check those sills, front wings, fuel tank. Check themileage, if high, watch out for faulty CKP sensors and MAF, but generally you will find these trucks sturdy and reliable!

31-01-2013, 23:11	#1
Grimsbyguy Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Grimsby Posts: 1	Newby from Grimsby Hello folks, I registered today when I was at work, just having a look around as I am thinking of buying a Terrano 2.7. I have had 8 Land Rovers including 3 Discoverys and am fed up with there poor reliability post 96. I have looked long and hard at most makes of 4x4's within my limited budget and after reading reviews I have settled on the Terrano. As soon as I sell my car I will be hunting the perfect Terrano Names Jon by the way

01-02-2013, 19:55	#7
rustic Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Staffordshire Vehicle: Maverick Mk I 2.7 TD LWB Posts: 7,825	Welcome to the club, I seem to be doing this quite a lot recently. I have had my Mav nearly 18 years from new, it is in pristine condition, even the MOT garage said it was the best he had ever seen. So they will last if looked after. Getting rid of that salt and mud encrustation is the key, together with loads of waxoyl best regards, Rustic __________________ Ford Maverick GLX 1995 2.7TD LWB in illusion silver, 98k miles. Owned since new, for 22 years. Best car I have ever owned. Just wish I could drive it more.

01-02-2013, 00:13	#2
danielj Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Ireland Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDI 03 LWB Posts: 695	Welcome to the site. Let us know when you find the "perfect Terrano"

01-02-2013, 00:22	#3
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Hi Jon and welcome aboard. Well I love my T2 and had it for 11 years but it's suffering from the tin worm these days but it's 17 years old. All cars have their faults but have to say T2's are pretty reasonable. One issue they suffer is either misuse or lack of use of the 4wd system. The front auto hubs seem to cause issues when abused. T2's should not be used in 4wd on hard surfaces. Stacks of advice on here and a host of How to guides too.

01-02-2013, 00:50	#4
stinka Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Staffs Vehicle: '02 Terrano TDI sport lwb Posts: 3,787	Welcome comrade

01-02-2013, 19:03	#5
SPARKIEDOO Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: cupar scotland Vehicle: terrano II SWB 2.7 (2002) Posts: 431	welcome mate

01-02-2013, 19:14	#6
laurieash Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Isle of Axholme nr scunthorpe Vehicle: TerranoII /Discos/Landrov Posts: 423	Hi i also have had lots of l/rovers for 20years + now been with my 94 terrano td for 3 years still smiling

01-02-2013, 20:20	#8
smilson Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: ne lincs Vehicle: Nissan Terrano 2.7 TDI Posts: 73	Welcome I am also from Grimsby and got my Terrano about 6 months ago and its been very good

01-02-2013, 20:41	#9
clivvy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Huddersfield Vehicle: Terrano 03 LWB Posts: 6,947	welcome Jon! I do like Landrovers, especially the Defender range, but liek many big cars, they suffer from rot and what not. the T2 is a great motor. Ive got a 3dr Maverick, and apart from a few initial issues, its been great, although its treated like a workhorse it is very forgiving. I cant imagine any other 4x4 will replace it, the alternatives are good but can be way more expensive to run and repair. best of luck with your search, there are some fine examples out there. Check those sills, front wings, fuel tank. Check themileage, if high, watch out for faulty CKP sensors and MAF, but generally you will find these trucks sturdy and reliable!