Exploring a Used Land Rover Discovery 4 with a Potential Engine Failure

TLDRWe checked out a used Land Rover Discovery 4 with a potential engine failure at a car dealership. The car is in excellent condition overall, except for the engine. We are considering whether to buy it, but the engine repair cost might exceed our budget.

Key insights

🚗The car we checked out at the dealership is a Land Rover Discovery 4.

💔The car has a potential engine failure, which could require a major engine repair.

🔍We thoroughly inspected the car and found that it is in excellent condition, apart from the engine.

💰The poor service history and potential engine repair may affect the car's price.

🔧If the engine repair cost exceeds our budget, we will need to consider other options.

Q&A

Is it risky to buy a car with a potential engine failure?

Yes, there is a risk involved as the engine repair cost can be expensive, and the block may not be salvageable.

What condition is the car in, apart from the engine issue?

The car is in excellent overall condition, with only the engine problem being a major concern.

How does the potential engine failure affect the car's price?

The poor service history and potential engine repair may lower the car's price.

What will you do if the engine repair cost exceeds your budget?

If the repair cost is too high, we will have to consider other options and look for a different car.

Is there any negotiation room in the car's price?

We believe that the car's price should be reduced further due to the engine issue and poor service history.

Timestamped Summary

00:00We visited a car dealership to check out a Land Rover Discovery 4 with a potential engine failure.

00:18The engine issue is suspected to be a bearing failure, and the car's service history is poor.

00:30Despite the engine problem, the car is in excellent overall condition.

01:09We discuss the risks of buying a car with a potential engine failure and the possibility of the block being unsalvageable.

02:22We negotiate with the seller to reduce the car's price further due to the engine issue and a scratch we found.

03:58We discuss the importance of not running the engine when it's potentially broken to avoid further damage.

06:26We navigate the challenge of getting the car into our driveway and discuss the stress and excitement of the process.

08:00We explore the interior of the Land Rover Discovery 4 and discuss unique features and trim levels.