1998 Land Rover Discovery Consumer Reviews

1998 Land Rover Discovery

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1998 Land Rover Discovery

Kelley Blue Book Retail $4,525–$5,200  

Average Rating

4.2 out of 5
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Comfort:4.2 out of 5
Performance:3.7 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.5 out of 5
Interior Design:4.0 out of 5
Value for the Money:3.3 out of 5
Reliability:3.8 out of 5

4 out of 6 people would recommended this car to a friend

Consumer Reviews

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How to get suckered

by trixie
from Boone, NC | April 10, 2010

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"I wanted the car and we asked the dealer if there was anything wrong that we needed to know about he said the headliner needed fixing. The car run for three weeks then the brakes locked up, the front window leaks in the rain drips down through the rear view mirror and the key stricks in the ingination making the car grind like it is constantly trying to start after it has started. I love the car anyway but Land Rovers have to have parts from only a Land Rover dealer and you don't even want to know the prices even on a car as old as this one."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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3 out of 5 found this review helpful

Good Daily Driver

by 442 Fan
from Durham, NC | March 22, 2009

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 3 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"We purchased our Disco 5 years ago for our high school daughter. Most kids pulling up in Hondas... she was a bit different pulling in with her off-roader. She drove it for 3 years before heading off to college. Now the Disco is wife's daily driver. Oil leaks are common and mechanical repairs can be costly. Check engine light is also on often. All negatives aside, the vehicle is very well made and realiable. Highly recommend Flying Circus British Cars for repairs if you live in the Raleigh/Durham NC area. Oh, has 120K miles and running strong."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work


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4 out of 4 found this review helpful

TOO EXSPENSIVE TO FIX

by ROVERLOVER
from WASHINGTON | December 31, 2007

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 2 out of 5
Performance: 2 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 3 out of 5

"LOVE THE VEHICLE, BUT EVERY REPAIR IS VERY EXPENSIVE AND IT CAN ONLY BE FIXED BY SPECIALIZED TECH. THEY DONT HOLD THEIR VALUE."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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Land Rover Discovery Dependable.

by Charlie
from Atlanta, GA | August 6, 2007

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 3 out of 5
Handling: 3 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Features: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I have been driving my Disco for about 5 years now and have over 130k miles on it. Other than a couple of oil leaks i have had no real issues with this vehical. It is still a easy car for a do it yourself type to do a lot of the routine maintance on. Other than the MPG of which i get about 14mpg it has been a great car. Good Points. Reliable Easy to Work on Comfortable Not so Good Points Gas Mileage Top of windshield is kind of low if you are a tall person you have to lean over to see stop lights."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

Primary use for this car: N/A


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

affordable luxury

by Kit Kat
from St Louis, MO | May 14, 2007

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Handles great. Sporty and luxurious. Every comfort that you could need. Have only had to have regular maintenance on my vehicle (oil changes, new tires and tune-ups). Mine has over 100K miles and it still runs like a dream!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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Changed Opinion

by DISCOADVENTURER
from Chicago | July 30, 2006

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I have purchased my Land Rover Discovery about a year ago. It already had 87,000 miles. I have previously heard that these cars tend to have problems, but I just wanted to get it anyway. I loved the shape, the spartan interior, the functionality. After I have had this car for some time, I realized that it is a very serious machine and not just a toy for the rich and famous. This car has excellent handling, strong motor, and if one maintains it as it should be by a mechanic that knows the car, it should be a fairly reliable transportation. Remember, these are the cars that were build to run through Sahara desert and other unusual places. If you buy one, you will have a lot of fun with it. Driving it is a daily adventure."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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