1996 Land Rover Discovery XD Eco-Challenge, 80K miles!

1997 Land Rover Discovery Discovery I Description

1996 Land Rover Discovery XD Eco-Challenge

VIN: SALJY1243TA701027

Mileage: ~80,000

Clean Nebraska Title

AA yellow

Very rare. Only 35 XDs were built in 1996, 28 of them for the Eco-Challenge competition in British Columbia that year used as support vehicles. After the Eco-Challenge the trucks were sold to Land Rover dealers where they were reportedly used as promotional pieces for special events before being sold. The ‘96 Eco’s did not have Land Rover Special Vehicles (LRSV) badging and had the taller Safety Devices Wilderness roof rack to clear the roof bars.

Due to issues beyond my control, I have become an unintentional flipper of this vehicle, having only recently bought it and not having done any of the work myself. I will honestly share with you what I see and what was shared with me, though I am not in a position to vouch for the previous owner’s (P.O.) claims.

The Good:

- P.O. stated “all new bushings and suspensions bits”

- P.O. stated “new +2" springs and shocks” and “new tires” (Goodyear Wrangler 235/85 R16)

- P.O. stated “new NLA rear window seals” and “new rear door seal”

- P.O. stated “all new bushings front to back, new TREs, new HD steering components”

- P.O. stated “new fresh fluids, new water pump, new serpentine belt”

- P.O. stated “new headliner…D-II cupholders…newer nicer console…new stereo head unit and speakers”

- P.O. stated “The stereo is a brand new head unit, new front door speakers, and new bass- the rear D pillar speakers are orig.”

- P.P.O. stated “New Water Pump, Fan Clutch Etc installed”

- P.P.O. stated “New Master Cyl installed”, and it does look newer

- Manual seats and no sunroofs

- Newish vinyl seat skins that present very well, though driver’s seat cushion foam needs replacing

- New NOS Land Rover rear lamp guards

- No Dash Lights on (the bulbs are installed)

- Hella 5000s up front, rack has 1000s which were orig to CT trucks and are NLA (Rack lights are not wired)

- Runs normal temp and engine is very quiet

- Good A/C and heat

- TReK winch mount and CT style brush bar

- New factory floor mats FR & RR

Also Comes With:

- Extra wrap-around bull bar

- Original front skid plate (uninstalled)

- The original light duty wrap around bull bar

- Various small parts: Cruise steering wheel switch cluster, ’95 RR analog clock, new fitted rolled windshield shade, seat base cover pieces, dash vent

The Bad:

- There is rust on the top of the right A-pillar, rust is beginning to form on the firewall where it seals against the bonnet, and a rusty rear silencer (pictures document these locations) – there is no other rust that can be found, to include the Discovery notorious spots

- May need new brakes installed; the pads look to be ~50% and the discs are lined, but not gouged

- The paint job is an amateur repaint and issues are documented in the pictures, to include overspray, crude roof panel to roof sides seam sealer, and one sticker on left front fender painted over

- Both brush bars, the winch tray, the roof rack, and rear ladder could stand to be refinished

- Needs new driver’s seat cushion foam; left side collapsed

- Wear on carpet next to front passenger left knee area

- Rear view mirror dimmer goo spotting on glass

- Cruise control inop; hoses broken up and (supplied) replacement steering wheel switch needs installed

- Digital clock does not work; classier (supplied) ’95 RR analog clock can be hard-wired to replace troublesome digital version and snaps into place

PLEASE NOTE: This was a purchase gone bad and this vehicle was not in the condition as advertised when I obtained it from the previous owner. My trust and gullibility will be your gain. I lack the moral flexibility to trick you into a vehicle that is not appropriately represented. My honor is more important than my bottom line. I’m going to take a substantial loss on this failed endeavor, but my conscience will be clear and you will be happy with your very special Land Rover. This is a fun, capable, eye-catching rig and one of the rarest Land Rovers in existence in this condition. It deserves to be taken to the next level or to enjoy as is. Please inspect the pictures and ask for clarification. I have owned 9 different Land Rovers since my first ’72 SWB which I saved from an Alaska field in 1995, and I currently operate a ’93 RR LWB.

This truck idles very quietly without “hiccups” and pulls strong at take off. Mechanically it is as fine an 80K-mile Discovery could be. Many Discovery I’s can be found for cheaper, but you would quickly get into this price range trying to rework a higher mileage rig with more evasive rust into the condition this example is, and it still wouldn’t be a 1-of-28 Land Rover Special Vehicle.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to call me on my cell phone (after 3:00 CDT or leave a message for me to call you back): 402-312-1992; or Message through eBay.

Terms and conditions:

- I am representing it as accurately as I can based on my knowledge and have tried to give as much information as possible

- Vehicle is located in Gretna, Nebraska, ZIP code 68028, Vehicle is 74” tall at top edge of rear of rack

- Inspections are not a problem and are encouraged

- Vehicle is being sold ‘as is, where is’ with no warranty expressed or implied

- I make no representations about the suitability of the information, products, and services contained on this ad for any purpose. All such information is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. I hereby disclaim all warranties and conditions with regard to this information, including all implied warranties and conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.

1996 Eco-Challenge information:

Inspired by the New Zealand-based multi-sport and European endurance races popular since the early 80's, Mark Burnett (Survivor, The Apprentice, The Voice, Shark Tank, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader, 500 Questions, and the People's Choice Awards) created the Eco-Challenge in 1992. Eco-Challenge, the world’s premiere expedition race, was held each year in a remote region of the world, attracting the best adventure racers from across the globe. The adventure race started on April 25, 1995 in Utah, U.S.A. It was immediately followed by another in New England in the same year. The other expedition races were held in British Columbia, Canada (1996), Queensland, Australia (1997), Morocco (1998), Patagonia, Argentina (1999), Sabah in Malaysian Borneo (2000), New Zealand (2001), and Fiji (2002). Each team of four members must race non-stop for six to twelve days, 24 hours a day, over a rugged 300-mile course using their skills in mountain biking, horseback riding, caving, mountaineering and fixed ropes, river rafting, kayaking, and navigation. The first team to cross the finish line together is the winner. If a team loses a member due to illness, fatigue, injury or a team disagreement, they are disqualified. Starting in 1996, Eco-Challenge was aired on the Discovery Channel and the production enjoyed a significantly expanded budget. The 1996 British Columbia production, broadcast on the Discovery Channel, won an Emmy Award.

- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fv5dCyVceFQ

- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QljpqS9GoPE

- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vaCPRksOlM

- http://www.chickenbustales.com/tales/eco-challenge-canada-revisited

- http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Discovery+Channel+Series+Features+Land+Rover+Discovery%3B+Eco-Challenge...-a019108968

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AutoCheck Vehicle History Report

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Report run date: August 29, 2016 8:46:15 EDT

1996 Land Rover Discovery SD / SE / SE7

Calculated Owners: 3

· Class: SUV - Upper Mid Range

· Engine: 4.0L V8 MPI

· Country of Assembly: United Kingdom

· Vehicle Age: 20

· Calculated Owners: 3

· VIN: SALJY1243TA701027

· Year : 1996

· Make : Land Rover

· Model: Discovery SD / SE / SE7

· Style/Body: Hardtop 4D

This vehicle's AutoCheck Score 36

Average 16 - 32

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This vehicle qualifies for Buyback Protection

Accident Check

Reported Accidents: 0

Title and Problem Check

Your vehicle checks out

Odometer Check

Your vehicle checks out

Last Reported Odometer: 79,544

Vehicle Use and Event Check

Specific vehicle use(s) or events reported

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Accident Check

Not all accidents / issues are reported to AutoCheck

Your vehicle checks out: There have been no accidents reported to AutoCheck for this 1996 Land Rover Discovery SD / SE / SE7 (SALJY1243TA701027). AutoCheck receives its accident data from government sources and independent agencies, and based on the information available to us, we have found that no accidents have been reported on this vehicle. Not all accidents or damage events are reported to AutoCheck.

Title and Problem Check

Your vehicle checks out: AutoCheck's database for this 1996 Land Rover Discovery SD / SE / SE7 (SALJY1243TA701027) shows no negative titles or other problems. When reported to AutoCheck, these events can indicate serious past damage or other significant problems, and disqualifies the vehicle for AutoCheck Buyback Protection. Check the Vehicle Use and Event Check for reported accidents that can affect vehicle safety and value.

0 Problem(s) Reported:

15 Title/Problem areas checked:

No abandoned title record

No damaged title or major damage incident record

No fire damaged title record

No grey market title record

No hail damage title record

No insurance loss title or probable total loss record

No junk or scrapped title record

No manufacturer buyback/lemon title record

No odometer problem title record

No rebuilt/rebuildable title record

No salvage title or salvage auction record

No water damaged title record

No NHTSA crash test record

No frame/unibody damage record

No recycling facility record

Odometer Check

Your vehicle checks out: AutoCheck examined the reported odometer readings reported to AutoCheck for this 1996 Land Rover Discovery SD / SE / SE7 (SALJY1243TA701027) and no indication of an odometer rollback or tampering was found. AutoCheck uses business rules to determine if reported odometer readings are significantly less than previously reported values. Not all reported odometer readings are used. Title and auction events also report odometer tampering or breakage.

0 Problem(s) Reported:

Mileage

Date Reported

2,249

06/18/1997

12,000

12/02/1997

12,655

12/16/1997

12,950

01/14/1998

72,705

05/14/2009

79,491

02/02/2015

79,513

02/09/2015

79,544

07/22/2015

Vehicle Use and Event Check

Information Reported: AutoCheck shows additional vehicle uses or events reported to AutoCheck for this 1996 Land Rover Discovery SD / SE / SE7 (SALJY1243TA701027). This includes reported vehicle uses such as rental or lease, and events such as whether the vehicle has been reported to have had a loan/lien or duplicate title issued. Other events show if the vehicle has a reported accident and how many calculated accidents or if it has been reported stolen or repossessed. It is recommended to have pre-owned vehicles inspected by a third party prior to purchase.

0 Event(s) Reported:

6 Vehicle uses checked:

No fleet, rental and/or lease use record

No taxi use record

No police use record

No government use record

No livery use record

No driver education record

1 Event(s) Reported:

9 Vehicle events checked:

No accident record reported through accident data sources

No corrected title record

No duplicate title record

Emission/safety inspection record(s)

No loan/lien record

No fire damage incident record

No repossessed record

No theft record

No storm area registration/title record

Detailed Vehicle History

Calculated Owners: 3

Below are the historical events for this vehicle listed in chronological order. Any discrepancies will be in bold text.

Report Run Date: August 29, 2016 8:46:15 EDT

Vehicle: 1996 Land Rover Discovery SD / SE / SE7 (SALJY1243TA701027)

Event Date

Event Location

Odometer Reading

Data Source

Event Detail

06/18/1997

CLEARWATER BEACH, FL

2,249

Motor Vehicle Dept.

TITLE (Title #:73235926)

06/18/1997

CLEARWATER BEACH, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

12/02/1997

FL

12,000

State Agency

PASSED EMISSION INSPECTION

12/16/1997

FL

12,655

Independent Source

VEHICLE IN DEALER INVENTORY

01/14/1998

FL

12,950

Motor Vehicle Dept.

ODOMETER READING FROM DMV

01/26/1998

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

01/29/1998

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

TITLE (Title #:73235926)

01/29/1998

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

TITLE (Title #:0073235926)

10/20/1998

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/07/1999

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/06/2000

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/01/2001

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/09/2002

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/07/2003

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

09/16/2004

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

09/22/2005

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/10/2006

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/17/2007

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

09/10/2008

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

05/14/2009

PLANT CITY, FL

72,705

Independent Source

INDEPENDENT INSPECTION/THEFT DETERRENT EQUIPPED

10/11/2010

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

09/22/2011

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/09/2012

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

09/24/2013

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

10/07/2014

PLANT CITY, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

02/02/2015

FL

79,491

Motor Vehicle Dept.

ODOMETER READING FROM DMV

02/05/2015

BRANDON, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

TITLE (Title #:0073235926)

02/09/2015

FL

79,513

Auto Auction

REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION AS DEALER VEHICLE

07/22/2015

FL

79,544

Motor Vehicle Dept.

ODOMETER READING FROM DMV

07/29/2015

ORLANDO, FL

Motor Vehicle Dept.

TITLE (Title #:0073235926)

08/10/2016

GRETNA, NE

Motor Vehicle Dept.

TITLE

08/10/2016

GRETNA, NE

Motor Vehicle Dept.

REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL

08/10/2016

GRETNA, NE

Motor Vehicle Dept.

EXCLUDED/EXEMPT

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Land Rover Build Sheet Info:

Vehicle Details

VIN: LJGMM4TA 701027 Reg Number:

NA VIN: JY1243TA 701027 Distance At Last Claim: 70835 Miles

Description: DISCOVERY 3.9 EFI AUTO 1996 MY

Dispatched Date: 20-Jun-1996 CSO Number: 701027

Sold Date: 27-May-1997 Sold By: R0126 - Dimmitt Land Rover

Seller ID: *****9153

Type of Sale: Demo Sale

Paint: Sahara Yellow Trim Color: Bahama Beige

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Warranty Coverage

Policy: Expires: Odometer: Deductible:

Corrosion Warranty 26-May-2003 999999

Federal Emission Warranty 26-May-2005 80000

Paint Warranty 26-May-2000 42000

Standard Factory Warranty 26-May-2000 42000

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Open Field Service Actions

Code FSA Message

B194 CUSTOMER RE-IMBURSEMENT FOR B156 - FUEL TANK RECALL

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Claimed Field Service Actions

Code Actioned By

B156B 31-May-2006 Land Rover Tampa

L450 13-Jun-2002 Land Rover Glendale

L370 26-Jun-2001 Land Rover Glendale

L030 17-Nov-1999 Dimmitt Land Rover

L300 17-Nov-1999 Dimmitt Land Rover

B483 21-May-1998 Land Rover West Ashley

L015 21-May-1998 Land Rover West Ashley

B488 24-Apr-1998 Dimmitt Land Rover

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Owner/Driver Details

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Warranty Referrals

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Features

Equipment: Automatic Transmission

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Trim Details

Trim: Bahama Beige

Paint: AA Yellow

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Serial Numbers:

Description: Replacement Date:

CATS Radio Number Not authorized

Engine number 50D 18403A

Ignition Key Code Not authorized

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