1997 Land Rover Discovery Se 300 Tdi Diesel Conversion on 2040-cars

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VIN: saljy1242va715018 Year: 1997
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Land Rover
Model: Discovery
Trim: SE Sport Utility 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: 4WD
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player
Mileage: 147,840
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Sub Model: SE
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Green
Interior Color: tan leather

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

 I have owned Land Rovers since the eighties so I know the pro and cons of ownership. You will get a complete and honest description as a result.

Time wasters and silly questions will be ignored. Please read the complete ad.If you have zero or negative feedback please call me before bidding otherwise I will block your bid.
The deposit is due within 5 days of winning the auction.

Carl 804 725-8108        804 725-1919

This is one for the Land Rover enthusiast.

I have owned this Rover since 2008 ,obviously started life as a US spec v8 auto.The condition was and still is very clean throughout and rust free.It does not  appear to have been off road or have had any damage repaired. Nice Discos can be bought around here for about $2500 all day long, I bought this one with a diesel conversion in mind.
In my mind proper Land Rovers should have diesels and 5 speeds so I set about making one for myself, I converted it in Dec .2009.At that time the Rover had 122,500 miles on it. The 300 Tdi  donor engine and R-380  g/box had 92,000 miles on it. The 300 tdi was overhauled at 88,000.(NOT SO MORE INFO LATER.)
Current mileage is 147,840.   So after 25,000 miles i can tell you you can expect to get 26-27 mpg on average which is great for a full size SUV. Parts are much more available now on this side of the pond as more and more people are now importing them in various L/Rs.

THE ONLY REASON ITS FOR SALE IS TO HELP FINANCE A LARGER BOAT, I built it for myself ,it was never intended for re-sale.

Conversion Details
I obtained a complete Uk spec1996 Disco 300 tdi ( don't ask me how) and transfered the 300 tdi running gear with all the correct relevant parts.
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-front springs
-plastic fuel lines
-fuel tank ,sender,filler neck
-correct fuel filters and chassis water separator
-exhaust system
-rad ,intercooler,and coolant overflow tanks
-all AC components
-transmission X member
-motor mount kit (from Motor & Diesel engineering Anglia ltd.) motor mounts welded in the proper location using their template.
-correct engine sound proofing
-alarm immobilizer spider unit (bypasses alarm)

Replaced in the last 10 k miles:
• Alternator
• Lift Pump
• Power Steering Hoses


New in the last 1,500 miles:
• ZEUS TIming Gear Conversion ($1,000)  (So, no timing belt issues)
• New Turner Engineering Cylinder Head ($750)
• Completely re-built Turbo Charger by G Pop Shop ($450)
• New fuel Injectors and Glow Plugs
• New Water Pump
• New windshield
• New Headliner
• Front end radius arm bushings
• Panard Rod Bushings
• Steering Damper

All bills to prove.

Fitted Extras:
• Block Heater
• Jump seats from an SE7
• Bull Bar with Hella Spotlights
• Rubber Floor Mats
• Leather Interior
• Twin Sun Roofs
• Weather Band Radio

Comes with:
• Good used 300TDI Head
• Various workshop manuals
• Various Owners Manuals (UK and US)
• Spare Airbags
• Radio-CD Player
• Original Air Filter

Paint is original. Body in excellent condition with zero rust. Interior is very nice. Everything works. Tires are in good shape. Brakes are about 50% worn all around.

So here is the negative stuff:
• The AC is not connected electrically or charged. (All relays needed are supplied)
• Cruise control is not connected.
• Paint is generally very good, but clear coat on hood shows some wear and tear. But will polish up.
• This Rover has always used too much oil. And here is the reason why.
    • #1 cylinder is down on compression — at 345lbs.
    • #2 #3 #4 are all at 390lbs. which is correct.
    • There is some scoring on the #1 cylinder wall. It has excessive blow by and uses about a quart of oil every 250 miles.
    • In the past the engine was not overhauled properly. It needs a new liner fitted and a ring job to make it right. (new liner from Turner Engineering is $20)


Will be happy to assist shipper on this end.
If the motor was 100% I would expect this vehicle to bring in the low teens, Call with offers if it doesn't make the reserve.

I live in rural Virginia so emission testing is not an issue here. It may be in your area.

The title info. has not been changed to show the engine swap. That can be taken care prior to delivery if that is an issue for anyone.

It's a great truck and a nice daily driver.

Prices in the UK for 300TDIs and early Discos are on the rise. Primarily due to their simple design and ease of maintenance compared to the TD5's engines. People are buying them up so it is safe to say that this Rover will only increase in value over time.

Carl
804.725.1919
804.725.8108