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How to buy a Discovery 4 - Common problems, cost of parts, test drive tips (XS spec)
The Land Rover Discovery 4 is a vehicle legendary for its off road capability, on-road comfort, interior spec and features and just generally handsome looks. However, it is also quite legendary for a number of problems.
In this How To guide, our video guy Ciro De Siena, who has just bought one of these beasts, takes us through some of the common problems with the car, and how to spot them on your test drive and inspection.
We also look at replacement parts pricing and the cost to perform the important cambelt service.
We'll cover air suspension issues, the handbrake issue, cracked intake manifold, exhaust gas recirculation solution and mass air flow sensor issues.
We'll also cover why this rare Discovery 4 XS spec might be the pick of the bunch...
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Buying a used car
2:30 - Service history
3:30 - Air suspension
4:45 - Handbrake
5:20 - Land Rover Discovery ownership
6:05 - Intake Manifold
6:40 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation
7:10 - Crank
8:04 - Under the car
9:20 - Wheels
9:35 - Scratches
10:14 - Conclusion
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @davisdesigns1153
    @davisdesigns1153 2 години тому

    No timing belt lasts forever

  • @MduduziTembe-yv8wj
    @MduduziTembe-yv8wj 2 години тому

    Too ugly... The old one was much better.. They should've face-lifted it.. Instead of creating this car.

  • @Siyabonga158
    @Siyabonga158 3 години тому

    Awesome video, Ciro! I have sent this to a mate of mine that owns a Disco 4. Hopefully he’ll learn a thing or two 🙏🏾

  • @trevorzim
    @trevorzim 4 години тому

    We greatly appreciate

  • @Ash-so6qn
    @Ash-so6qn 4 години тому

    BMW is clearly copying the front from Kia and the rear is a jaguar copy cat. They are making cars crappp cars for high prices 😂

  • @khayelihlemngoma2393
    @khayelihlemngoma2393 6 годин тому

    Do they even quantify how much it actually cost or they just throw numbers around?

  • @siyabongadlamini7852
    @siyabongadlamini7852 7 годин тому

    Great video as always but ,I would rather stick with german or japanese makes

  • @nicolaslorenzo9654
    @nicolaslorenzo9654 7 годин тому

    What people fail to understand, just like the presenter has, is that this vehicle is not meant to be comfortable and have creature comforts. The 70 series is a vehicle that will take you from Cape Town to Cairo, across any terrain, and bring you back with minimal if not no issues. The drivetrain is indestructible and the motor is too (1HZ being the best bet). The UN and other NGOs deep in Africa appreciate this vehicle for what it is. This is an overlanders dream

  • @MariaTshabalala-bg8lf
    @MariaTshabalala-bg8lf 9 годин тому

    Suzuki Phezulu

  • @5thgalaxytv734
    @5thgalaxytv734 11 годин тому

    I like things like this. Different engines in cars as long as they fit.

  • @siyandamadinga6956
    @siyandamadinga6956 12 годин тому

    Ungly

  • @labourlawact7826
    @labourlawact7826 12 годин тому

    The biggest commercial flop in modern times. They told us that EV'S were up to the job and that they were good for the environment. Both were a lie...

  • @1qazandrew333
    @1qazandrew333 13 годин тому

    Great build! Amazing job and thank you for sharing!

  • @muzinkosi3853
    @muzinkosi3853 15 годин тому

    Daylight robbery

  • @cgo30
    @cgo30 15 годин тому

    My 2013 se with fsh lasted a week before the engine blew. R170 to replace. Walk away guys

  • @al-yasajorry4335
    @al-yasajorry4335 16 годин тому

    Please do the BYD Dolphin and Atto 3 😁

  • @edward1707
    @edward1707 16 годин тому

    Dave! Great to see you doing your thing mate! It's been a minute. Just purchased the Tiggo 8 ProMax AWD. What a great car. Thanks to all the positive reviews from the cars team, gave me alot of piece of mind in purchasing the new vehicle.

  • @MultiScotty24
    @MultiScotty24 16 годин тому

    More than 800k starting for a 1.5 three cylinder. That will drop in value very quick like all bmw’s do. No thanks

    • @MultiScotty24
      @MultiScotty24 16 годин тому

      Oh and then you add 100 or 200k worth of extras that you don’t get back when you sell

  • @bhekiematsebula9375
    @bhekiematsebula9375 16 годин тому

    ❤i love it like this 😂,we in the Farms dirty roads,so this simple basics is fantastis ❤

  • @Under_Construction100
    @Under_Construction100 16 годин тому

    Loving the subtle shots of the E39 M5 in the background

  • @labourlawact7826
    @labourlawact7826 17 годин тому

    I would much rather go for a used Prado and have peace of mind. These vehicles are not called Rand Lovers for nothing🤭🤭🤭

  • @ktakura
    @ktakura 17 годин тому

    Ahhh man! You gave away my hack!! (XS). Plus your model looks hella close to one I almost bought a year ago. Got a hunvh these are set to be future classics and will start appaciating or holding their used values quite well. Mostly cause the present shape went full 'private school' and had a sex change.

  • @TheHoveringScotsman
    @TheHoveringScotsman 17 годин тому

    Brilliant car, enjoyed your review.

  • @seanfenwick
    @seanfenwick 17 годин тому

    There is a fault in the crank design on the diesels and bearmach has a complete crank upgrade which means the engine suddenly becomes quite reliable.

  • @thulanizulu5782
    @thulanizulu5782 17 годин тому

    The relationship of BMW and South Africans is very deep😅 Great video❤

  • @adnaanwise1359
    @adnaanwise1359 19 годин тому

    Discover how deep your pockets are 😂

  • @simmpessor5541
    @simmpessor5541 19 годин тому

    I'll stick the Fortuner and be happy to give a lift to the Land rover guy to work.

  • @weetbix2083
    @weetbix2083 20 годин тому

    As exciting and disposable as my toaster. Nobody says look at and listen to that electric car.

    • @labourlawact7826
      @labourlawact7826 12 годин тому

      All Ev's are the same. A giant battery with a flashy gimmick-filled toy built around it.

    • @p-manwecho8395
      @p-manwecho8395 6 годин тому

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 love that

  • @MKL_D
    @MKL_D 22 години тому

    Who needs polaris with stuff like these?

  • @mikecoleman2521
    @mikecoleman2521 23 години тому

    I've had an XS since 2013 - fantastic all round vehicle. I didn't want air suspension / sunroof / 7 seats ( and the reduced packing space) so went for the XS. As it turns out it's the best Disco 4 IMO. A few points - For off road use factory suspension is too low (185 mm clearance) so you'll need a 50mm lift on the coil springs to improve ground clearance. If the parking brake gets stuck you can release it by removing the cupholder - quite simple. Change the oil & filter every 10-12000km rather than the 26000km as recommended by LR. Enjoy

    • @CiroDeSiena
      @CiroDeSiena 22 години тому

      Thanks so much for this. I'm not much of an offroader, might do a bit of dune driving here at Atlantis but mostly the odd gravel road. I love how practical the car is. I plan to service every 10,000km indeed. So nice to hear a good Disco story. Wishing you many more happy miles

  • @colinhoward74
    @colinhoward74 День тому

    In the day , LR dealers were stupidly telling their customers of the xs that their cars would be void of any warrantee because the air suspension had been tampered with , I myself heard it at 3 different dealerships , 2 in the sandton area and one in PTA , all at different times of the year !

  • @colinhoward74
    @colinhoward74 День тому

    Truthfully , from what I have seen of LR products , you need a small fortune to start off with , because , if you buy second hand , and buy cash , you have just paid a reasonable deposit , you will carry on non stop paying out of your nose , just to keep the thing going , and , they have a huge fettish for either your local dealer or your local LR specialist . They are just a money pit . If you are paying your car off still you are a glutten for punnishment and your car is your dominatrix !

  • @nqobilemahlaba2230
    @nqobilemahlaba2230 День тому

    I know this new X2 is supposed to move me from a visual perspective but I still like the older one more.. I even appreciate the auxiliary exhaust tail pieces and the instrument cluster. This new one is modern and high tech with amazing customization and high resolution but I love the previous generation just fine with all my physical buttons. Anyways that's just my opinion please don't rip me apart with comments saying that I'm an old man who battles to keep up with the times. Great review!

  • @raymondmalan487
    @raymondmalan487 День тому

    This Vehicle looks Neat... From a Dealership Service Dept. Perspective...it plain Rubbish Unreliable and Crazy to Fix. Glad you Enjoy yours. I will go the Land Cuiser Route. Great Vid !! ✌

  • @user-qc8qf1bw4d
    @user-qc8qf1bw4d День тому

    Lekker

  • @user-qc8qf1bw4d
    @user-qc8qf1bw4d День тому

    I saw his car in the garage

  • @user-qc8qf1bw4d
    @user-qc8qf1bw4d День тому

    I saw his car in the garage

  • @errolgradwellii9283
    @errolgradwellii9283 День тому

    Every time Ciro listed an “extra” I just heard “second hand polo”, “second hand MK1”, “second hand discovery 4”…

  • @keithmatthias4348
    @keithmatthias4348 День тому

    Great review Ciro. They are great vehicles when they are running OK with no issues. Very comfortable on the open road as well as offroad😅. But the lack of trust in them is an issue and why I would probably not buy another LR product. Agree with comments of others that similar videos of secondhand purchases of other brands are done. But my 2 cents worth of my experiences with one. I bought a Disco 4 SE new in February 2015. From the start the dashboard rattled badly and despite many attempts the selling dealer was never able to fix. LR are well known for poor assembly as well as being one of the most expensive in SA regarding workshop costs. At 32 000 kms the brake servo and master cylinder had to be replaced as brakes were binding. Relieved that it occurred close to home and not on a trip which would have needed a flatbed. Battery replaced after 3 years. The Maintenance Plan expired when I had done 82 000 kms. Low mileage owing to personal health circumstances notwithstanding trips to Lesotho and annually to Timbavati. However as I feared the dreaded crank snap (estimates were 1 in 19 vehicles snapped cranks. Car Magazine published about this ), took an extended 2 year plan from the selling dealer. Max that you could get and thank goodness I did. In that period the rear diff, a turbo, air pump and suspension valves needed replacing. Fortunately no crank snap though. I sold the vehicle immediately after the expiry of the extended plan with 106 312 kms on the clock. Very low for its age but the nature of repairs in its last 2 years were an indication for me of a lot more to follow. I hope I was wrong and whoever did buy from WeBuyCars has not faced huge costs. A good UA-cam site to see how complex these cars are is LR Time.

  • @__SM__1
    @__SM__1 День тому

    Me-to-self: Moral of story stay away

    • @lutha1720
      @lutha1720 День тому

      more like have 50k in a dedicated savings account for the what if's🤣

    • @__SM__1
      @__SM__1 День тому

      @@lutha1720 True. 50k is a modest amount though 🥜

  • @jcvantasties
    @jcvantasties День тому

    Excellent video team! More of these please, for all the "old greats". Please do a similar video on the Freelander 2

  • @louikamanga7303
    @louikamanga7303 День тому

    hold on how's a cam belt a body off job? I can understand a high-pressure belt which by now we know it can be changed without lifting the body with some maneuvering & 20k rands to change a timing belt! that's madness, at that price you'll have to include an oil pump, water pump tensioner, and pulleys oh & a thermostat ... its Ludacris!

  • @BASSCHALLENGESA
    @BASSCHALLENGESA День тому

    Well done, Kobus!! It's awesome to see him doing what his passion was from when I met him when he was 11 years old! Working on engines from that age!

  • @BASSCHALLENGESA
    @BASSCHALLENGESA День тому

    Well done, Kobus!! It's awesome to see him doing what his passion was from when I met him when he was 11 years old! Working on engines from that age!

  • @marcjcapetown
    @marcjcapetown День тому

    These sorts of videos are very useful. It would have been great if you could have gone through the different engines and their respective weaknesses. SDV6 vs TDV6 etc. But I guess there's always ReDriven for the thorough analysis.

  • @BASSCHALLENGESA
    @BASSCHALLENGESA День тому

    Awesome to see Kobus(looks like Kobus) is still following his passion for building cars! I've known Kobus from Primary School, and he was passionate since then, building and racing gokarts and moving from there to bigger cars, and now these insane cars!! Well done Kobus!!

  • @Ventoux10
    @Ventoux10 День тому

    Had a 2012 S from new. Absolutely loved it … except when the turbo went at 37k … and again when it went at 75k. Traded it in just before the maintenance plan finished.

  • @greatgatsby4898
    @greatgatsby4898 День тому

    So, to put a belt on, the car has to do a strip show??

  • @StudioADcomics
    @StudioADcomics День тому

    Would definitely like to see more videos like this , especially with brands known for issues , such as Renault , Fiat etc

  • @ashton4522
    @ashton4522 День тому

    “NOGWAJAA! Sikuphi lana”🧏‍♂️