I think something like 2014 for a 'new' Defender. It's not just security, it's all stuff like pedestrian collision regs etc.

A wading kit would have prevented the first. How do you maintain the 'fender? Do you have it serviced more regularly due to your heavy usage?

Spam!! You on a retainer? :nospamhere:

Congrats, I think I bid on those too lol. Looking good now.

http://www.landyzone.co.uk/lz/f7/d90-vs-hilux-146530.html Clearly superior Japanese engineering! Mate has a Hyundai/Kia thing, big 4x4. Talking to him tonight - apparently it's got an automatic 4-wheel drive system - normally runs rear wheels only except when traction lost and fronts engage...

Pretty factual report. I can't see why we're all moaning - thefts won't rise much more than they already are (high) as those that nick them know what they're doing. Not many thieving chav scum watch Countryfile, and perhaps a bit more attention will force the police and LR to do a bit more to...

Or just a 'modern' design that isn't up to the job.

Will the spacesaver cope with getting you out of a quarry? Stick with the original. I don't trust those spacesavers, and those cars that just have a tube of sealant - :eek:

Pic worked :eek: That's one hell of a bumper lol. Looks like you could hit just about anything with that and not suffer damage. Great looking bit of kit. I like Terrafirma, but prefer box section as more in keeping with original looks.

Not all bad. Still handles better than an Insignia.

The most recent V70 is a nail. We had some great 55 plates though!;)

Just watched the video. 1, Can the Panda tow 3.5 tonnes? 2, Can it seat 5 in comfort, plus 2 big dogs and 5 shotguns? 3, Can it carry a tonne of payload? NO is the answer. Not comparing like for like. Go back from whence you came, wee troll.

Not just 'fenders with dodgy build quality. We've had Volvos at work where every 10k miles the engine needs a rebuild, if that. One is on 17k and it's 4th major engine repair - if Volvo weren't so helpful (and it wasn't a fleet) they'd have been rejected for sure! The best, so far, is the BMWs...

Good job, good post. Please re-ring the police and ask if a patrol was sent to the area? It may be you/caller just hasn't been updated. And if it wasn't get on to your local community policing team - make your concerns their priorities. Rural crime needs attention!

I'm suspicious about that shell thing too - looks too good to scrap! I'm also suspicious about why he would only want a phone number - what's wrong with 'Ask the Seller'? If it feels wrong, it probably is - report it in the sticky thread, and email AVCIS.

Gloss black IMO.

:hijacked: :lol:

Whilst the electrical stuff is only great when it works, I disagree. Just get it sorted by the dealer, or they'll either have to refund you or give you a nice shiny new Puma. I think, long term, Puma's are going to be sought after - my gut tells me they'll be more reliable long term than Td5s.

I have the original. I just push it down when I go laning! :rolleyes:

I'll wade in. Had a Japanese 4x4 at work, did a little light off roading in it. 1st trip out the rear bumper got caught on something and on of the brackets bent. The offender was a twig less than half an inch in diameter!! Secondly, it got stuck so many times. The car we always got it out...