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Axel Member Since: 22 Jun 2011 Location: Bochum Posts: 107 |
Hi Folks,
several weeks ago I ordered my new 90 Td4 SW ... On the order confirmation it says that "mine" will already be a MY12 with the 2.2l engine (estimated delivery 1st week of December).... I have managed to find out some information about the "new" engine but unfortunatels I have been unable to find out anything about any other changes or differences which will come with MY12. Neither my dealer nor LR Germany seem to be able (or willing?) to supply further information about what other changes there will/might be Does anyone of you perhaps know more about what to expect?? Best Regards, Axel |
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27th Jul 2011 8:58am |
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Landie Boy Member Since: 14 Jan 2011 Location: Essex Posts: 431 |
You might have it turn up with plastic bumpers :/
Jack |
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27th Jul 2011 9:20am |
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Happyoldgit Member Since: 14 Sep 2007 Location: Norfolk Posts: 3471 |
There are one or two threads about the 2.2l engine already in here somewhere - a search should dig them up Steve.
Owned numerous Land Rover vehicles of all shapes and sizes over the decades. Current Defender: A non tarts hand-bagged Puma 110 XS USW. [Insert something impressive here such as extensive list of previous Land Rovers or examples of your prestigeous and expensive items, trinkets, houses, bikes, vehicles etc] http://forums.lr4x4.com I used to be Miserable ...but now I'm ecstatic. |
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27th Jul 2011 9:39am |
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Caterham Member Since: 06 Nov 2008 Location: Birmingham Posts: 6298 |
diesel particulate filter
and some modifications to the fron (possibly plastic bumper) so it doesn't hurt pedestrians so much when you run them down. |
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27th Jul 2011 9:58am |
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Axel Member Since: 22 Jun 2011 Location: Bochum Posts: 107 |
Hi,
well I already found the threads regarding the new engine and the particulate filter ..... I guess in one way the new engine with EURO 5 could even be an advantage in view of ever growing traffic restriction araes .... .... but acrually I am more concerned about other changes to the car (e.g. plastic bumbers) .... At the moment I feel slightly unsure as I have basically purchased "the cat in a bag" (as we say) .... i.e. I signed a contract and agreed to pay money but the other party can't or won't tell me exactly what I will get in the end .... By the way, if my Defender gets delivered with plastic bumbers they might as well keep it!!! Best Regards, Axel |
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27th Jul 2011 10:26am |
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Axel Member Since: 22 Jun 2011 Location: Bochum Posts: 107 |
Yeah! .... or a winch bumper ....
The sooner, the better .... I can't wait to get my hands on it!!!! Best Regards, Axel |
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27th Jul 2011 10:50am |
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KarlB Member Since: 08 Feb 2010 Location: Canberra Posts: 91 |
Hello Axel
Here is a link to the 2012 Defender Owners handbook (in Deutsch) that may put some light on your concerns: http://topix.landrover.jlrext.com/topix/co...;id=111587 Cheers KarlB |
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27th Jul 2011 10:56am |
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TJ101 Member Since: 30 May 2007 Location: Taunton Somerset Posts: 3750 |
If you are having part leather trim,, the stitching is slightly different
All models will have the station wagon steering wheel, plus 3 different speed limiters, all dealer removable California F1, 75th 110 "Kermit", 50th Ann V8, 90 V8 Hybrid, 55 Series 1 Main Brian James Trailer Dealer for South West UK |
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27th Jul 2011 11:12am |
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Happyoldgit Member Since: 14 Sep 2007 Location: Norfolk Posts: 3471 |
So, IF it comes with plastic bumpers which have been fitted to comply with this or that regulation, would removing said plastic bumpers and fitting the steel variety put the vehicle in breach of whatever regulation that caused plastic ones to be fitted in the first place? I suppose there could also be insurance implications if the vehicle was insured on the understanding that it complied with the regulations too.
I mean it's a bit like me removing the dealer installed towbar off my Puma and sticking the drop plate and towbar I still have in the garage that I took off the '97 300Tdi which I used to own. In reality I don't suppose it would matter much ... perhaps until something went wrong. [/u] Steve. Owned numerous Land Rover vehicles of all shapes and sizes over the decades. Current Defender: A non tarts hand-bagged Puma 110 XS USW. [Insert something impressive here such as extensive list of previous Land Rovers or examples of your prestigeous and expensive items, trinkets, houses, bikes, vehicles etc] http://forums.lr4x4.com I used to be Miserable ...but now I'm ecstatic. |
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27th Jul 2011 11:19am |
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spudfan Member Since: 10 Sep 2007 Location: Co Donegal Posts: 4646 |
If it does come with a plastic bumper I would be wary about changing it, as it would no longer comply with the relevant regulations that made it a requirement in the first place. It would no doubt have insurance implications if you had an accident. Also it would probably fail you in the M.O.T or N.C.T. as it is not compliant with the regulations for that model year. Hopefully the plastic bumper is some way off yet. 1982 88" 2.25 diesel
1992 110 200tdi csw -Zikali 2008 110 2.4 tdci csw-Zulu 2011 110 2.4 tdci csw-Masai |
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27th Jul 2011 11:40am |
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MuddyMarky Member Since: 01 Feb 2010 Location: Oxfordshire Posts: 548 |
Cancel the order and buy a pre-registered one. That way, you get an new (all but), but also something you actually want. Would certainly put me off, not knowing what I was going to get delivered come the big day! Mark
2011 110 XS DC Stornoway Grey |
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27th Jul 2011 12:03pm |
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spudfan Member Since: 10 Sep 2007 Location: Co Donegal Posts: 4646 |
I suppose that the 2.2 fitted to the Range Rover Evogue is a complete non runner for the Defender? The emissions are well down and there seems to be lots of hp.Suppose too much re-engineering would need to be done. 1982 88" 2.25 diesel
1992 110 200tdi csw -Zikali 2008 110 2.4 tdci csw-Zulu 2011 110 2.4 tdci csw-Masai |
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27th Jul 2011 12:39pm |
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eutek Member Since: 03 Mar 2009 Location: High Wycombe Posts: 586 |
Plastic bumpers? Ugh...
I have images of the mid '70s MGB, with the black rubber clown nose bumpers. |
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27th Jul 2011 12:51pm |
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warren Member Since: 14 Oct 2009 Location: East Lancs. Posts: 903 |
Pfft. That takes the fun out of it! Although I don't see how a plastic bumper will make any difference if you hit someone at any speed above 5mph... There's still a tonne and a bit of mobile-brick behind, and I wouldn't fancy faceplanting the bonnet at any speed. If it does turn up with plastic bumpers and you wanted a winch with a tasty winch bumper would you be allowed? |
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27th Jul 2011 1:15pm |
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