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Rosco Member Since: 03 Dec 2010 Location: Burntwood Posts: 1833 |
This could be an interesting thread
I've no personal dealings with them, although their reputation seems pretty well known. And they arent alone in having a dubious past. Plenty of other examples out there. Personally, if they are on your doorstep, worth using them as a yard stick for what a dealers asking price will give you, but I think there is enough other options out there not to make them your sole choice, or even have to use them at all. Look at others like Marple Road, James French, etc. Again no personal dealings with either but cant say I've ever heard anything negative either. Good luck 2007 - Stornoway Grey 90 XS SW - Gone 2002 - Black Discovery II - Gone 2014 - Montalcino Red 110 XS SW |
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8th Jan 2021 12:47pm |
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discomog Member Since: 09 May 2015 Location: Notts/Lincs Border Posts: 2526 |
I'd agree , if Nene are close to you then nothing to stop you using them as a yardstick. Have a good look at their current stock - golden rule is have a really good look around and don't buy the first thing you see and build up your knowledge before parting with your hard earned cash. Defender 90XS SW
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8th Jan 2021 12:53pm |
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landy andy Member Since: 15 Feb 2009 Location: Ware, Herts Posts: 5648 |
They are one of the more expensive dealers that are out there.
In my opinion you’d be better, for quality and price to buy from this forum. As this shows https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic75719.html Andy Last edited by landy andy on 8th Jan 2021 12:57pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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8th Jan 2021 12:57pm |
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LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324 |
Keith Gotts in Alton are very good.
Walton Motors in Cranleigh are ok but I'd say you need to know what you're looking at with their stock as they're not above tarting vehicles up to look nice. Keep an eye on the for sale posts here as you'll usually find well cared for enthusiast vehicles. Darren 110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak "You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia Last edited by LandRoverAnorak on 30th Jan 2021 10:28pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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8th Jan 2021 12:57pm |
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camelman Member Since: 27 Feb 2013 Location: Peak District Posts: 3362 |
Go on then, I'll post it...
https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic59449...e+overland |
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8th Jan 2021 1:43pm |
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JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7903 |
From experience of a good friend, personally, I'd not touch Nene Underhand with a barge pole!
On a lighter note Welcome to Def2, a great friendly forum with lots of helpful advice. I'm afraid I'm not in your area so can't recommend any dealers. I've bought all my Defender privately, one through this forum, worth keeping an eye out and then getting a local mechanic to check them out with you. Good luck! James MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
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8th Jan 2021 2:03pm |
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LRNewbie Member Since: 08 Jan 2021 Location: Berkshire Posts: 26 |
Hi All
Thanks for posting your informative responses - post further searches today looks like finding rocking horse poo might be simpler than finding a Defender 90 (07 or earlier) Regards - Dave |
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8th Jan 2021 2:10pm |
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familymad Member Since: 13 Dec 2011 Location: Bucks Posts: 3479 |
Avoid them 1951 80" S1 2.0
1995 110 300TDI 1995 90 300TDI |
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8th Jan 2021 2:11pm |
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ak615 Member Since: 22 Aug 2018 Location: essex Posts: 177 |
Elliott's in Chelmsford are pretty good.
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8th Jan 2021 2:13pm |
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Matt110 Member Since: 29 Jun 2014 Location: UK Posts: 677 |
Second recommendation for T Elliot. I didn't buy from him in the end but a sensibly priced selection when I went and was very happy to talk to me and help.
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8th Jan 2021 2:30pm |
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LRNewbie Member Since: 08 Jan 2021 Location: Berkshire Posts: 26 |
Thanks for further responses.
Just spoken to Elliots in Chelmsford - very helpful Dave |
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8th Jan 2021 3:03pm |
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X4SKP Member Since: 29 Nov 2013 Location: Berkshire Posts: 2295 |
Welcome LRNewbie
D2N can probably help you here... many have searched and read around before buying / joining and if as your site name states this in new territory then read on, there are various threads listing what to look for when viewing a used Defender (as they all now will be). First Question... roughly (don't be too specific) where in Berkshire are you A good Independent Service / Dealer may be of use to you either having or able to source your vehicle or (potentially) to inspect an option. Having said that you may be willing to travel to get the right one, I was surprised with the two Defenders I've sold where the buyers came from. Second Question... Do you know anyone personally that knows Land Rovers / Defenders if you do (lock down allowing) get them next to... inside and underneath anything you look at. Be in no rush... learn as you go, build a 'what to expect picture' to judge what comes up. Good Luck... SKIP https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic83242.html |
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8th Jan 2021 3:27pm |
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Mike c Member Since: 11 Aug 2017 Location: Maldon, Essex Posts: 926 |
Another vote here for T Elliott Chelmsford. Good luck with your search
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8th Jan 2021 3:35pm |
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JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7903 |
I've not used Elliots, but I've never heard a bad word about them and they have some very nice Defenders indeed!!
CSK Automotive have just built them a beautiful Spectre 110! Just saying Click image to enlarge James MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
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8th Jan 2021 3:37pm |
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