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Ignition key will not completely turn off so the key can be removed. Like it may not be sensing the auto trans. lever not in the park position? 3" lift , convert to diesel etc.
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1997 Land Rover Discovery Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1997 Land Rover Discovery
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by Anonymous
Mar 23, 2021
The car was a parts car, horrible condition and presentation.Mar 23, 2021
by Logan F
Mar 03, 2013
I love landrover and range rovers, they look great, have a premium feel, not your typical mall runner. but do tend to run to the maintenance shop way more than is acceptable for me!!! I think about buying another one ALL THE TIME but have to scare myself out of itMar 03, 2013
by Anonymous
Mar 20, 2012
The D1s are great off road. Parts are easy to come by. Fuel economy is poor, but so are all true SUVs with gas engines.
If you don't have a big daily commute and you do not demand Japanese reliabilty, the Rover fits the bill. Mar 20, 2012
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by Anonymous
Mar 23, 2021
The car was a parts car, horrible condition and presentation.Mar 23, 2021
by Logan F
Mar 03, 2013
I love landrover and range rovers, they look great, have a premium feel, not your typical mall runner. but do tend to run to the maintenance shop way more than is acceptable for me!!! I think about buying another one ALL THE TIME but have to scare myself out of itMar 03, 2013
by Anonymous
Mar 20, 2012
The D1s are great off road. Parts are easy to come by. Fuel economy is poor, but so are all true SUVs with gas engines.
If you don't have a big daily commute and you do not demand Japanese reliabilty, the Rover fits the bill. Mar 20, 2012
by Jordan Q
Oct 20, 2011
I love the handling off road and on .All i have had to do to this is brakes and a water pump and she has over 200K. The interior still looks good the exterior has some faded paint but i still love it.it dont get bad gas mileage at all really it gets 20mpg in town a lil better on highway dont cost that much to keep it maintenanced up,and it is one of the funest things i have ever drove if you want to go off road you can just do it dont even have to think about it and it will go anywhere Oct 20, 2011
by Anonymous
Oct 20, 2010
I have owned this truck for about 2 months. It accelerates like the
pyramids from a dead stop. It will climb straight up a telephone pole.
Great for off road fun. Definitely will not pass a gas station. It
absolutely rocks. The head turning appeal is amazing. It is big-
Yellow and Brutish. The 2 in lift, limb risers and 9 running lights draw
some comments. Even though it has a number a battle scars (this is a
serious off-roader) it is extremely impressive. So far it is quieter than
anything else in its class. This is one of 250 XDs made in the Special
Vehicles shop. I will be keeping it for some time.....!Oct 20, 2010
by Paul H
Jul 23, 2010
Very reliable. 155,000 miles with no significant problems. Bit of a gas hog though, averages 17.5 mpg (that's US gallons). Pulls a fully laden trailer and has never got stuck in the snow or mud etc. More comfortable to sleep in than a Mini.Jul 23, 2010
by Deidre G
May 23, 2010
Its the cutest car ever. but expensive:( but fast! and ahhh amazing. And this car
never ever gives up seriously...its had so many problems and itll just start up
everytime like its 1997 again haha iiiiii loovoooveee itttt so much!11!!!May 23, 2010
by Michael K
Feb 22, 2010
Never ever buy a Land Rover! This was the absolute worst
vehicle purchase I have ever made. Lucas Electric, a
British company, should never ever be allowed to make electronic components. Our
Discovery was an oil leaking,
exhaust leaking, electrical nightmare! It was an absolute
money pit. i will say, it drove awesome off road and in the
snow, sand, and mud, but that is all.Feb 22, 2010
by Brandon D
Dec 28, 2009
extremely nice vehicle has all the features only draw back is expensive parts.
gets good gas millage for a vehicle of its size approx 18-20 in highway great for cruising and of reading a bit bumpy for some due to hard suspensionDec 28, 2009
by Scott O
Oct 20, 2009
all you need to say is late brakeing non signaling and not giving way. having a big vehicle has its plus points also leather air con cruise control and 4wd makes it even better still! like they say once you have had big you will never go back!Oct 20, 2009
by Ralph H
Jul 06, 2009
goes anywere i tell it to slowley but gets there pulls jeeps out with ease only ever stop for fuel get 5 adults and two dogs in with ease doesn't have to be spotless to look good not a soft roaderJul 06, 2009
by Jemy A
Apr 20, 2009
it is a land rover , only a few who can understand the essence of a true explorer vehicle which is able to drive you pretty much anywhere you want to go , the amazing performance with little help from the winch, lock diff to low and you can climb up a tree or a dam . it is a quality that you cannot get from another vehicle . this is by far is the most fun to drive in and out of mud ,riverbed , four by four that has ever been constructed . its a land rover thing .... i love it.Apr 20, 2009
by Nikki A
Sep 25, 2008
She is my metal baby!!!
Metalic Red and Gorgeous!!
Beefed up suspention too :)
LOTS of fun off road and I trust her 100%.
Dont like mud on the inside,but love to try and get some on the outside.
I polish her once a week too....yeah I know.....It`s a Land Rover LMAOSep 25, 2008
by James W
Jul 24, 2008
Brill off road capability. Bit slow on the pull off due to being nearly 2T and on an auto diesel engine shes a bit hard to get going. But once she is - she's fine.
Fuel wise - you can expect about 30mpg, so running on BioDiesel will reduce costs, and give approx 37mpg to full price (unless you make it yourself for 20p per lit)
Jul 24, 2008
by Cameron G
Jul 22, 2008
Despite the entry of several excellent (mainly Asian) contenders to the 4WD market, the Land Rover name still stands at the pinnacle.
Before Rover built the luxury icon, the Range Rover, it was building jeep replacements in the form of the Land Rover. A practical, cheap and indestructible work-horse, it soon became an icon.
Top Gear rated the Land Rover as the best car of the century, mainly for the fact that more people in more countries have seen one than any other vehicle.
The Range Rover came along and created a new class of 4WD - here was a car you could plough your paddocks with when the tractor broke down, then take to the theatre at night time.
By the early 1990's, other car manufacturers had found a market for the cheaper, but comfortable 4WD buyer. People started buying them more for the commanding driving position than their off-road capabilities.
The Land Rover Discovery was born. Taking the old standard-spring chassis of the Range Rover (now riding on air suspension) and even using the same windscreen, the Discovery became a favourite of people all over the world, and helped to keep Land Rover profitable.
The 1997, 5 cylinder diesel automatic version I drove was a different experience to what I was used to. It rode high, but extremely comfortably, and took bumps and obstacles without blinking. Far from the rough 4WDs I had driven before, this was one of the smoothest cars I'd ever driven.
The turbo-diesel engine is good on fuel and works well off road, but is far from the fastest machine. Crossing traffic and merging are exercises in caution.
Fit and finish are much better than earlier cars, and the cult following is there for a reason - these are great cars.Jul 22, 2008
by Nick C
Apr 18, 2008
This was the top of the range 7 seater with a 3.9 V8 and an LPG conversion. When driving quickly, we used to get about 11 MPG!
Filling up on LPG gave you a good feeling, as it was half the cost.
It was awesome off road, but on the road, cornered like a sponge.
However, the interior was fun... two electric sunroofs, 7 leather seats and heated at the front. Apr 18, 2008
by Justin W
Mar 29, 2008
Wonderful off road vehicle!Mar 29, 2008
by Bob N
Dec 28, 2007
Good looking car and comes with all the fully loaded bells and whistles such as twin power
sun roofs and power everything as well as air conditioning in the rear etc but is not fo rth
e average family person. Needs to be taken care of. Great vehicle in the snow and off
road but be ready to put in some time and money in replacing parts. Dec 28, 2007
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1997 Land Rover Discovery Pricing
Original MSRP
$33,625 to $39,125Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Drivetrain
Locking differential: center
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Drivetrain
Locking differential: center
Exterior Features
Brush guard: grille
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Drivetrain
Locking differential: center
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: dual power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Drivetrain
Locking differential: center
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Drivetrain
Locking differential: center
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Roof
Moonroof: dual power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent