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| mrandmrsh Member Since: 31 May 2010 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 692   
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Just wanted to open a thread for my new 110. It replaces a Disco3 (TDV6 HSE G4 orange beauty) and has been bought because I like them, the D3 was starting to get expensive, I can reclaim VAT back on the 110, expenses go through the business too.
It is a 2012 MY 2.2 in Santorini Black with standard tow pack and nothing else. It has the massive leaps forward (  ) that came with the 2012MY including 200cc less engine, holes in the external rear door handle (to signify a lock change for some euro rules or some blx), a bit of plastic to hold the fuel filler cap when you undo it, alarm battery back up, different stitch pattern on part leather seats with the stitch lines on the seat back and cushion being slightly further apart, EU5 compliance, Diesel Particulate Filter (stand by for warranty claims.....) and 90mph speed limiter rather than 82.
And that's it. Obligatory pictures below.  Click image to enlarge Click image to enlarge Click image to enlarge Click image to enlarge Click image to enlarge Modifications to date: none 
In the post to be fitted: screen sucker mount for my iPhone, 5W Cree LED to replace reversing light bulb, Griffin Powerjolt twin USB thingy to charge iPhone and leave a USB slot free Will be coming: * some form of hatchbag to keep the boot tidy if I take my gf's dog in the back of the car * Maybe genuine full height dog guard Wish list: * Winch * Underbody protection * RAI * A low profile roof rack and access ladder * Tree/rock sliders to replace steps * Wolf wheels and MTRs or similar So far no problems with it (which is better than the G4 D3 which broke down after 2 days http://disco3.co.uk/forum/topic43914.html) Cheers Craig 2015 110 USW XS in Santorini with premium contrast leather seats in tan/black, black headlining and with Dual Finish alloys (in the garage, now on Wolf rims with Goodyear MT/Rs) 2012 '62' 2.2 X-Tech 110 USW now gone ... 1984 90 soft top with full roll cage, 200 tdi engine etc now sold 2012 USW XS 2.2 "FUU" now gone.... Last edited by mrandmrsh on 1st Mar 2012 10:18pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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22nd Feb 2012 12:42pm |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20264
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Lovely looking 110 though!
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22nd Feb 2012 1:00pm |
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| mrandmrsh Member Since: 31 May 2010 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 692
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Yeah, that's what I thought as well. Maybe there's a SNIP coming C 2015 110 USW XS in Santorini with premium contrast leather seats in tan/black, black headlining and with Dual Finish alloys (in the garage, now on Wolf rims with Goodyear MT/Rs) 2012 '62' 2.2 X-Tech 110 USW now gone ... 1984 90 soft top with full roll cage, 200 tdi engine etc now sold 2012 USW XS 2.2 "FUU" now gone.... |
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22nd Feb 2012 1:29pm |
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| DMAKX Member Since: 18 Nov 2010 Location: In The Middle Posts: 47 
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Hey, that's my car!
I am due to pick mine up next Thursday after being without a Defender since the end of last summer. Mine is exactly the same spec but with the addition of a rear step and the underbody protection bar. Can't wait. Looking forward to having one again. 
DMAKX |
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22nd Feb 2012 3:26pm |
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| bm52 Member Since: 04 Apr 2010 Location: Kent Posts: 2189 
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i would also add to your list:
Phillips extreme H4 bulbs check the steering bump stops are set to max to minimise turning circle powered sub woofer and speaker upgrade if you are tall - Mudrails Nak rear door stay facial massage to relieve the ache you will get from the constant smile on your face when driving it. BM52 |
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22nd Feb 2012 3:46pm |
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| Honker Member Since: 26 Jun 2011 Location: St Albans Posts: 353  
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I like the twin filler caps
Stu |
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22nd Feb 2012 4:15pm |
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| BigRuss Member Since: 15 May 2010 Location: Norfolk Posts: 2785
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Hi mate nice defender
Just 1 thing, why has the rear door handle got holes in? Russell 2011MY 110 XS USW Black |
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22nd Feb 2012 6:47pm |
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| twopoint6khz Member Since: 18 Aug 2011 Location: North Lakes Posts: 654 
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Weight saving
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22nd Feb 2012 6:49pm |
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| mrandmrsh Member Since: 31 May 2010 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 692
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To show it has the new lock type that is compliant with new N1 classification lock rules from Europe.
I know, that makes the jokey "weight saving" seem the sensible option..... C 2015 110 USW XS in Santorini with premium contrast leather seats in tan/black, black headlining and with Dual Finish alloys (in the garage, now on Wolf rims with Goodyear MT/Rs) 2012 '62' 2.2 X-Tech 110 USW now gone ... 1984 90 soft top with full roll cage, 200 tdi engine etc now sold 2012 USW XS 2.2 "FUU" now gone.... |
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22nd Feb 2012 8:47pm |
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| mrandmrsh Member Since: 31 May 2010 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 692
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That's cos it's a TDV8 110  2015 110 USW XS in Santorini with premium contrast leather seats in tan/black, black headlining and with Dual Finish alloys (in the garage, now on Wolf rims with Goodyear MT/Rs)
2012 '62' 2.2 X-Tech 110 USW now gone ... 1984 90 soft top with full roll cage, 200 tdi engine etc now sold 2012 USW XS 2.2 "FUU" now gone.... |
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22nd Feb 2012 8:52pm |
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| mrandmrsh Member Since: 31 May 2010 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 692
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You will love it - I do C 2015 110 USW XS in Santorini with premium contrast leather seats in tan/black, black headlining and with Dual Finish alloys (in the garage, now on Wolf rims with Goodyear MT/Rs) 2012 '62' 2.2 X-Tech 110 USW now gone ... 1984 90 soft top with full roll cage, 200 tdi engine etc now sold 2012 USW XS 2.2 "FUU" now gone.... |
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22nd Feb 2012 9:45pm |
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| DMAKX Member Since: 18 Nov 2010 Location: In The Middle Posts: 47
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I, like you, used to have a Disco3 as a company car but was getting robbed every month by the tax man. After having an Audi inbetween I missed having a Landy and I changed to a 90 but found it impractical for the two kids plus dog. It was also a bit on the bumpy side with the short wheelbase.
Had a demo out for a few days and much improved ride on the 110 and quite impressed with the new engine too. Probably won't have as big a wish list as you but I am sure there will be a few mods over time. DMAKX |
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22nd Feb 2012 9:57pm |
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| 22900013A Member Since: 23 Dec 2010 Location: Oxfordshire Posts: 3149 
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Nice machine! They do look nice in black. LPR had a very similar one in last time I was there. The 90mph limit thing is a bit of a joke, I had my 2.4 on the limiter at 82 in France (I think) and it was awful, the engine was screaming, the whole car was not happy at all - I dread to think how one would be at 90!!!
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24th Feb 2012 2:00pm |
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| bpman Member Since: 21 May 2008 Location: Oslo Posts: 8069 
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Couple of suggestions for your wish list
1 tracker 2 waxoyl (or zagged as its known on the forum) Nice truck ! Bp |
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24th Feb 2012 2:45pm |
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