↓ Advertise on Defender2 ↓

Home > Puma (Tdci) > Picking up my defender on Saturday.
Post Reply  Down to end
Page 1 of 2 12>
Print this entire topic · 
Callum



Member Since: 11 Dec 2013
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 7
Scotland 2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Keswick Green
Picking up my defender on Saturday.
Hello Folks

First post from me and picking up my 2007 Puma 90 on Saturday Very Happy

I took a real gamble and have payed the deposit for the motor before seeing it (not wise i know but i couldn't say no) , I have been assured it is in perfect condition with one previous owner and 34k on the clock, so fingers crossed all goes to plan. Just a quick question I have been a passanger in various Defenders in the past so i do know its the car for me but the Puma I am going for is the base spec hardtop and I am curious as to how loud and just how "basic" it really is? Laughing

look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers

Callum
Post #301377 22nd Jan 2014 9:51pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
MrFlips



Member Since: 27 May 2009
Location: Cardiff
Posts: 682
Wales 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 PU Santorini Black
Nothing wrong with a basic spec Callum! The basic Puma will be at least as civilised as any Defender you've been in previously, so I can't imagine you being disappointed with a perfect 2007.

All I would say is give it a few days to grow on you as they can sometimes be a shock to the system after a modern car, but after that you wouldn't want to drive anything else. If after that you fancy some of the comforts of the XS model, then just buy the bits you fancy.

Welcome to the forum! Peter
2008 SWB Truck Cab
1952 80" Soft top
Post #301412 22nd Jan 2014 11:39pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Callum



Member Since: 11 Dec 2013
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 7
Scotland 2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Keswick Green
Thanks for getting back to me Smile

Yeah I'm really looking forward to it either way, I would imagine the only luxury I would really feel the need to rush out and get would be a radio/cd player so that will be the first on the list. Hmm thinking of that i will need to have a look about for advice on fitting a unit + speakers but i would imagine its been covered at some point in time on the forum, I will have a look about for some advice. Thanks again.
Post #301584 23rd Jan 2014 6:55pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Smilesapart



Member Since: 28 Sep 2013
Location: Suffolk
Posts: 735
United Kingdom 
You must be SO excited! Can't wait to see the pics once you get it. I'm sure you will love it just as it is, and anything else you add will just be a bonus!
Post #301620 23rd Jan 2014 8:18pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
CEEGEE



Member Since: 02 Oct 2013
Location: Yorkshire
Posts: 135
United Kingdom 2006 Defender 90 Td5 HT Cairns Blue
Fantastic - just in time for some snow (maybe) Thumbs Up

I found this thread - In Car Electronics > Double Cab Audio From Scratch? by Papa Lazarou really helpful when I put a stereo in from scratch - you should easily find all the wires you need already in the loom and to hand.

Hope you enjoy it Very Happy
Post #301623 23rd Jan 2014 8:34pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Lou Sparts



Member Since: 15 Apr 2012
Location: Kent
Posts: 1501
United Kingdom 2005 Defender 90 Td5 XS CSW Zambezi Silver
Only two more sleeps Very Happy. be sure to post some pics when you can wrench yourself out of the drivers seat ! 2005 Td5 90 XS

Steve
Post #301624 23rd Jan 2014 8:35pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
GUM97



Member Since: 05 Feb 2012
Location: Cheshire
Posts: 3555
United Kingdom 1997 Defender 90 300 Tdi HT Stornoway Grey
Welcome! I'm sure you'll love it! Thumbs Up An engine to TDi for!
"Land Rover- Proudly turning drivers into mechanics since 1948"
Post #301642 23rd Jan 2014 9:35pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Cuthbert



Member Since: 26 Oct 2013
Location: Up North
Posts: 1535
Base spec is great - if that is what you want! I've got a new base spec 2014 model and it suits me fine. I enjoy getting back to basics with wind up windows, no radio and plenty of aural and mechanical feedback that lets you know if you are driving it correctly and in sympathy with the mechanicals.

Some folk spend thousands trying to turn the Defender into something it can never be - I'll spend thousands on diesel simply enjoying the unique driving experience with a big grin on my face. It's involving and rewarding and if you want creature comforts, luxury fittings and all the bling bling trash - buy a german autobahn stormer.
Post #301656 23rd Jan 2014 10:19pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Smilesapart



Member Since: 28 Sep 2013
Location: Suffolk
Posts: 735
United Kingdom 
Well? Have you got it? Are you thrilled with it?
Post #302069 25th Jan 2014 5:59pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Callum



Member Since: 11 Dec 2013
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 7
Scotland 2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Keswick Green
I sure have! 200 miles in and I'm in love! haha
will post some photos in a second. Thumbs Up
Post #302082 25th Jan 2014 6:21pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Smilesapart



Member Since: 28 Sep 2013
Location: Suffolk
Posts: 735
United Kingdom 
Excellent - look forward to seeing them. 200 miles in already! You have been busy
Post #302083 25th Jan 2014 6:25pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Callum



Member Since: 11 Dec 2013
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 7
Scotland 2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Keswick Green
Here are some pictures.
Post #302087 25th Jan 2014 6:30pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Callum



Member Since: 11 Dec 2013
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 7
Scotland 2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Keswick Green

Click image to enlarge


Click image to enlarge


Click image to enlarge
Post #302088 25th Jan 2014 6:31pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
redhandluke



Member Since: 02 Jun 2013
Location: Northern Ireland
Posts: 243
United Kingdom 2003 Defender 90 Td5 SW Fuji White
Health to enjoy the 90. Looks well in its natural environment-just needs mud Smile
Post #302091 25th Jan 2014 6:35pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Smilesapart



Member Since: 28 Sep 2013
Location: Suffolk
Posts: 735
United Kingdom 
It looks great! Can't beat a basic look on the Defender.
Post #302092 25th Jan 2014 6:38pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Post Reply  Back to top
Page 1 of 2 12>
All times are GMT

Jump to  
<  Previous Topic | Next Topic >
Posting Rules
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum



Site Copyright © 2006-2025 Futuranet Ltd & Martin Lewis
DEFENDER2.NET RSS Feed - All Forums