I agree 👍 and it may not surprise you to learn it has been the most reliable (and lowest cost of maintenance so far) vehicle in our fleet 😎 (except the Acadiane of course 😊)
Your 110 is exactly the same as mine. It’s such a cool car, but man, it earns its living. It does almost anything we ask of it. Your so right about the cubby box 😀 almost everything goes in there. Enjoy your defender. I love driving mine every day
Wheel spacers: you will know if bearings are overloaded only in a few years. Tires: I am also VERY happy with the Continental tires. Engine oil: it DOES make a difference. I have stopped taking mine to the dealer for the reason you say, however, not so much to save money, but because no-one has the same care I have for my vehicle. For example, I installed magnetic drain plugs on the differentials. Tow bar: where did you get that? I got it from the factory and is far too high fro most trailers. Carpet: I have LR rubber mats all over the place from the start: good choice, they are like new after 5 years. Cubby box: I find it useful - JUST for the stuff you need to carry and do not need every day! Steering wheel: I have a leather-like cover to make it larger, for my hands this is better. Engining "hanging on the rpm" when shifting: mine does it too, it is normal: the turbo lag. In fact, if you get used to it, it makes gear shifting smoother. My conclusion: never had a problem, driven in all conditions. Excellent vehicle. happy with the purchase
Thanks for your comments! Good point about no-one having the same care for your vehicle 👍 Tow bar is factory-fit. If I recall correctly you could spec an adjustable one, however, still too high for 'normal' trailers... It's a good vehicle. Built for purpose. And yes - reliable...
i picked up a 1000 kg of stone from a local quarry in my td5 90, twisting country lanes all the way back, the drive was vastly improved smooth and planted.....not a practical modification though.
@@flight2k5 yes...went on the weighbridge for proof...i wouldn't suggest it on a regular basis and you don't drive like a maniac...not that you should ever go to fast in a defender.
Love that machine man if wishes were horses beggars could have ridden them but as things stand now am waiting upon heaven once again i love it and I mean from the bottom of my heart
Great vid. I had a 300 TDI 90 it was bullet proof had more rust than others due to launching boats in the sea - top tip don't put them in the sea. Also used several 110 TDI 300 in Botswana - Chobe and Okavango never worried about reliability as long as the timing mod belt was done. Now have a 2015 110 2.2 great improvement but don't have the same faith in it as the 300TDI. Just the electronics in them. I also have a 200TDI discovery 1 (couldn't afford a Defender equivalent - Discovery 1 = a very underrated and undervalued machine). If you're doing long drives in your Puma consider getting a cruise control kit - makes a huge difference on long journeys no more aching accelerator foot. Costs £300 for the kit in the UK really easy to fit yourself - I don't sell them have no link with the supplier but one of my favourite mods and I've done a lot of mods.
Thanks for the comment 👍 Sounds like you've been around... Disco 1 absolutely, loved my old one until we had to let it go... Our old 110Tdi has a bigger grin-factor in my opinion - just enough power to surprise sometimes, not too much to get into trouble. It's old, stuff wears out and breaks but you can fix it yourself and you understand what went wrong - unlike a Puma. Keep rollin' (en hou die blink kant bo... Afrikaans expression seeing as you spent some time there))🤘🚙😎
I also have a defender puma MY 2015. I encountered the same issue with the little red light on the dash this summer for the first time. I changed the battery from the remote control on the key fob and now it is fine.
I was always resistant to getting a tdci /Puma, but not because of the engine. It was the lack of bulkhead vents that put me off. To me that was a link back to the original series vehicles. During a search for a 110 CSW TD5 I started to look at some Pumas as the TD5 s just weren't showing up, at least not in good enough condition. So I bought the tdci. It has been a revelation! Motorway speeds with the full family in there and I can hear the radio or the kids arguing. MPG is decent about town too. It's a great Landy.
My 2010 2.4 Puma is a great car. It is what it is and in my opinion still has more than enough charm and character to offset those rough edges that Land Rovers are famous for. Sad really that there isn’t really a Defender for the future as I write in 2022.
Hello to all my fellow Landy owners I have a 2012 110 puma . Had baught it brand new from dealer IV had 12 years now and in first 3 years all the clear has come of the roof and some part of the body only now I have had some issues with it such as intercooler split have replaced it and also turbo had failed also replaced other than that everything else has held up well I still love my Landy IV looked after it quite tentatively it only done 147000 K so I hope it will see it thru the next ten years
We have an Land Rover Defender which is the rare Adventure Edition. It has right about 30k km on the clock. We did some modifications like a roof rack or we tuned it to 190 whp and 430nm of tourque and it has done a good Job so far in the 3 years of owner ship.
Greetings from South Africa. As a blind person, if I had to choose between the 2.2l and 2.4l Puma engines I would go for the 2.4l engine any day. The 2.2l doesn't have a distinct diesel sound compared to the 2.4l. Although I enjoy the diesel sound of the 2.4l, yes, it doesn't sound as iconic as a 300tdi which is my ultimate first choice for a defender 110 double cab with the 2.4l Puma in second place.
I have to say, the starter on the 200tdi sounds more modern than a 300tdi starter on start up. I would have expected a 300tdi starter to sound more modern than a 200tdi starter, although both engines are more mechanical.
On my 95 300tdi 110 I can confidently take my hands off the wheel while on the motorway, it's very competent and well balanced. On my last one, a td5, I could have never of done that it'd veer off!
Howzit Peter. Cheers for the comment. We are back in SA for a while (Jhb) 🤘😎 Nice to hear you got it kitted out for overland. Our Botswana trip (okay, it wasn't a Landy but one of those rented Hilux) was awesome! Best week - there's a video somewhere on our channel) Cheers!
Ive got a very similar 110 XS I bought in 2014 and I still enjoy driving, the seats are the full leather like yours and are super comfy, my centre cubby is a black hole full of everything. I don’t put stuff on top of the dash anymore because of going around a corner with the windows open, my glasses shot outside! The light on the dash, I believe has something to do with the alarm/imoboliser, it flashes all night. When its stayed on in the past, I find switching the ignition off and back on again will usually fix it.
☝sounds very familier 😅 Dash light was the immobiliser battery in the end. Good piece of kit is the Puma👍 And, yes, I have lost sunglasses from the top of dash 😂
I enjoyed your fair report. My 2.4 which I bought in 2007 has never given me the slightest trouble until very recently when it developed a TX box leak-100ml per 1000miles. It pulls like a train with 4 tons of sand and is perfectly Autobahn capable. I still love it but just a bit hacked off that Germany (where I live) are about to ban it.
The red light on the dash is the immobiliser warning. Eventually the central locking starts to play up, happened to one of mine and it used to take ages to lock and unlock. Can be done on warranty though.
Lock the car with the fob, then check if all the doors are locked! The wire loom to the two back doors eventually get crimped and cut inside the flexitube resulting in the doors not locking and accidental alarm. Easy fix is the solder them back together and insulate with shrink wrap
I'm really enjoying my 07 Puma that I bought this March. It's a such a civilized car for a Landy. It has 211,000km now and the engine seems to be very happy. I'm so grateful to the previous owner, I would say it's in better condition than this one. Which is astounding considering it was clearly used for overlanding.
🤟😃nice! And true - a Puma is a different animal to an old Tdi or even an NA. Much smoother and 'enough' power (in Rolls-speak: adequate, sir)😉 Still has those character points and as an ownership experience unbeatable
2013 HCPU 130, 2.2L puma 75000 klm. THANK GOD I don't have teir 4. Have blown every induction hose from the turbo to the inlet manifold once. Recall on seat retainer bolts, recall on engine oil pump, recall on front axle welds. Every door handle has fallen off once. The interior floor trim and underlay has completly desintegrated even in places that dont get wear, rear widows wind themselves down, AC freezes up after an hour, coolant blows out through the header tank cap, on the third cap. All shockies fell to bits, tyres were replaced at 72000 klm rotated every 10000 with the spare. Water and dust leak from every oriface in the cab. But hey its a Defender I did not exspect anything more. Cheers mate 🍻 Now you know why Defender drivers wave at each other 🤣
@@markpolich7422 actualy its had a fairly easy life in fact it has only ever been dry bogged once, its just aging disgracefully. Thankfully it has not started to mark its territory yet, mostly it just does not like the hot North Queensland sun. For all its faults I have always got home all be it slowly when de rated. Cheers mate 🍻
That little red light is notification of immobiliser in standby mode, when you turn the ignition off but don't press the lock button on your key fob, the immobiliser goes into a standby mode. So even though you haven't locked the car, press the unlock button again and it will go off.
Thanks for the info - when others use the car and unlock with key alone - the alarm goes off (and a hurried response from me ;-)) So there's something going on there... Appreciate the comment
These need the output shaft (gearbox/transfer case) upgrade to a heavy duty self lubricating otherwise it strip the spline when towing. The OEM is weak and unlubricated. Also recommend upgrading the rear drive axles and hubs to prevent failure. Finally, replace all turbo and intercooler hoses with after market silicon. The OEM hoses are guaranteed to split, balloon and pop off.
Yes - good points 👍. And yeah... the output shaft 'extender' for the gearbox - great (lazy) design 👌😂. These vehicles all seem to need 'finishing off' of the factory product by the customer...
Love the video... I leant a lot.... thanks ,, I had the same issue with the red light on the dash ... I changed the remote key batteries and it went off ... give it a try
Charming had 10 of them between 98 to 14 .second hand value high sold my 14 and got exactly the same i paid for it! Bought a new hilux ,in my opinion a much better car for my work,much better quality but boring 😂 there were all kinds of weird problems with Lrs over the year but nothing serious. Lr rust like hell and alu and steel combo isnt the best mix thats for sure.i wouldnt want to crash in it either .the best with lr is the sturdy chassie ,very capable .
Any favourites out those 10? We had a '85 (very good one), our '93 and the '15. '93 remains first choice as an 'unboring' experience 😊😎👍 Yes - Hilux is a better vehicle, no question, but of course 😴
I would say that the only one they put together properly was the 14 ,no issues with that one ,but it took 9 between 👍 as you get older you become more boring and just want no problems thats when you become Toyota owner.a happy one.cheers
Great review man - one thing though, and you being a Zaffer should know this car well - the Lada Niva was first built in 1977 and hasn't changed once (still the exact same shell) since then right up to the brand new models coming out of the factory now.
Those oil changes are harsh bru. I also don't go to Land Rover dealership. I use LIQUI MOLY 5W-30 in my 2.4 puma. Next time do the oil change yourself. There's just something about working on your landy that's enjoyable and can take pride in.
Awesome car even with its quirks and stupid bits its the best car to have. Btw yours is very clean, well maintained it seems. I wish they were more avaialble in canada. Ill have to import one in the spring. Cant wait to build it up :D.
With your red light on the dash, not sure if you have tried changing the key fob battery and whether that rectified the issue. However, I have the same light and found that it only comes on when you have unlocked the Landy but then there is a slight time delay in turning the ignition the light will illuminate on the dash. Once you turn the engine on, the light remains. I found that if you see the red light, click the unlock button on the key fob (key out of the barrel / ignition not on) either once (hazards flash) or twice (if you have a low key fob battery), this should make the solid red light turn to a rapid flash which I think goes off after a few fast flashes (can't remember :) ). After clicking the unlock button and the solid red light flashes, put the key in the ignition and start the Landy :) hopefully without the infamous red light. Hope this makes sense!!!!!
Yes! Sort of... Will need to do a longer term test because it's pretty random right now: push unlock, open the door, light flashes on dash, click again twice and light goes off - but not always.... I've had it when others unlock the door with the key only and the alarm goes off! Work in progress (as usual). Thanks, will drive another month or so and give an update
Yep, my dream to own one... guess it will remain a dream :-( Little to no change but yet it costs you an arm and a leg, obviously just for those who can afford it. Still using old factory parts that were manufactured way back in the day but still commanding astronomical prices.
From your name I'm guessing you're in SA? Arguably a bit more limited in amount of vehicles available - but RHD! In Europe, you're looking at €6000plus atmo... But parts can be pretty cheap - if you're willing to take a chance, or two, with the knock-offs😬😅 And they do ship worldwide anyway, right? A rusty-resto - even a Series 3 - doesn't need to cost very much to get to 'runner' stage... Our 110 has been surprisingly reliable (being our sole daily driver as well).
The red light is the immobiliser light because you’ve left the vehicle unlocked for a prolonged period of time. Press the unlock button on your key fob and it will go off.
@@ASimplyFabLife Also another anomaly is that alarm does not disengage after unlocking or the car does not start as the immobiliser is in a state of utter confusion. Simply lock and unlock the car between 4 and 6 times and it should be good. I did hear a story that one person had to do it 10 times. But we had it happen 3 times. And it worked treat.
I love my defender 110 adventure, but recently 10 bolts sheared off the rear centre diff.......10! I believe theres only 16 total. Only 45K kms also. Go figure that one out.
We must understand , when we bay a Defender, direct out from Sollihull , we have only received a 50 % complete car :-). The last 50% , you have to do on your own. And as I can see , you have done nothing too make it more customized for your personal use. I have a -13 mod. , and it is customized for my use.( F.eks. engine have MORE horsepower , the gearshift is changed to Syncro Gearboxes "Slick-Shift" +++) and I have almost 120000km `on the clock` . And therefor there is no one (Land Rover Serie/Defender ) who is the same in the world. And I have been with LR since 1986 ( Series , Defender , Disco and my wife`s Freelander II, and know that LR products is not the most reliable :-) But I love them :-) Happy Land Rover`ing
Tours and Tales.com a little tip regarding the wear of the front floor mats: Buy yourself 2 small sized hand woven Persians mats at Ikea. Cheap and sturdy as hell.
Hey mate, love the video / review. The transfer gear into low range and high range, easy to get in and out off? Not seen anyone talk about that in other videos
Thats a strange story about the aerial breaking off ! WOW ! , I have the same vehicle Mine pushes down before washing down the vehicle . Really easy to do . the light on the dash ! WOW , That would really worry me .too Or If my windows need winding up , I prepare the vehicle for lock down Before turning the Key . I shall have to make a few notes about the problems you suffer with .and Call it " Common Knowledge " - Thanks for the heads up .
Cheers👍 Another 'minor point of worry' is the ignition lock on this one needs such a strong turn of the key to get it past 'insertion' to 'igniton' that I am always afraid it will break the key or the barrel. Never has let us down though... 😅 Are Defenders quirky? Absolutely 🤘😎
encouraging to hear that - our's 3 years, just 24km, no problems, still water tight, love it :-) any rust protection? or are you just *always* having sunshine down there?
When the new dashboard came out I really liked it, it was kind of fresh air. But I do not anymore, because I think is too bulky, it is trying to imitate the "modern" car design, I think now that LR should design something more "airy" you know, something more practical, as you said, with more pockets and space for stuff. And definitely the lost of the air flaps was a big mistake... I know they are a big problem in terms of rain leaking but was a big part of the charme... I don´t know...
I agree - although it must have been tough for the LR engineers to 'design' something around a very old vehicle. With no budget. Trying to steer it away from its roots as a basic utilitarian/military truck towards something with 'comfort' - you find yourself in a corner, with the worst of both worlds sadly.
@@ASimplyFabLife Yeah! exactly! The Mother of all Compromises! And, in a weird way the fact that you loose something that was almost bizarrely primitive for a car built in XXI century, is something that one should not regret... but some does! (include my self), cheers
Great vid, I could do with some advice, I test drove a 2010 110 the other day, I struggled to get 40 mph out of the thing, it was like driving a cross between a bus and a tank, is this normal? I wasn’t expecting it to drive like my current Freelander 2 but it was awful, it’s kind of put me off getting any form of Defender.
Thanks for your comment. I'll try and give you some of my own experiences (the 2.2 as in the video is basically the same as the 2.4 you test drove). You should be getting a similar experience to a 10/20 year -old van. Similar engine, similar weight, similar performance. Freeway speeds of up to 80 mph are quite achievable in a Puma without too much effort (albeit loud with a lot of tyre, wind and some engine noise). It is a bouncy ride (depending on the suspension used) and of course, you're sitting right next to the door... Build quality seems dicey at best with clanging of doors and wobbly body panels. But it all hangs together for decades somehow. Gearbox will not be rushed (mainly due to the transfer box and axles) so delay your gear changes for smoother progress. I don't want to ask the obvious question, but just for arguments' sake: were you in low range? Because 40mph sounds like a stock 2.25 from the eighties... A Puma is a rocket ship in comparison so it sounds like something is (was) wrong on the one you drove. If you would like a contrast, grab a Tdi or and older TD to get a feel for the earlier (lack of) power that formed the base of the Defender... Hope it helps!
Thanks! Seats are (were😊) factory option on the Defender - full leather (also the rear seats) and of course removable seat cushion to get at the battery... Although quite narrow - very comfortable 👍
That service price is ridiculous. We get our 2015 services for under $200AU at a dealership (keeping it in warranty). Now with 120k on the odo since new including numerous outback trips it's been flawless except the stability control/traction control light coming on randomly.
your wasting money,theres nothing to service,oil,filters,thats it,will take you 1/2 hr on your own,warranty is good till it finishes,then they brake.extended warranty is a giant rip off.plus how do you know they serviced it,its a rought,did they change the oil & all the filters,unless you mark items so they cant notice it,you dont know.its rife in aus..mate took his xr turbo for warranty service art fords,put a hair across the door,it was still there when he picked it up,never went back.the paper is worth more than service depts.
Hi man, Im 18 years old and taking delivery of my first car tomorrow, a 2011 Land Rover defender 90, I would appreciate any tips and advice you have, The vehicle is stock standard with a extended range fuel tank and a bullbar..... So Im thinking of spacers and light bars For now with an external roll cage.... I subscribed To your channel and love your defender videos! Hope To hear from you soon💪💪💪
Thanks for your comment and welcome to the club! Here's a couple of thoughts below... 1. Rule no.1 - Keep that smile on your face (not hard to do in a Landy...) 2. Wave back at the others out there ( they're in the same boat) 3. Get your gear-change game sorted, keep it as smooth as you can! Cannot understate this. 4. You might think so but it is not a tank. Although far more capable than the average car - things can and will break if not treated with some amount of mechanical sympathy 5. Watch this video (if you haven't already) : ruclips.net/video/V1YmigSfyws/видео.html 6. Spacers on a 90... Not strictly necessary unless you're going super-wide with your tyre choice, or your offset is minimal. But if you do - important to tighten the wheel nuts to spec. 7. Don't be surprised or disappointed if something goes wrong - and someday it will. Just shrug and go with it... 8. It's a lottery - all Defenders are different, luck of the draw... Some are actually good ! ;-) 9. Be aware that it is a virus... Incurable ! 10. Enjoy dude - go back to rule no.1 Let us know how it goes in a couple months!
@@ASimplyFabLife Thanks man! Appreciate The reply! They were still busy with The licensing today so I expect it To come tomorrow, And Im already smiling so I doubt it will be hard after its here😆 Cant wait For all The adventures and camping trips! I'll definitely let you guys know 💪 its an honour To finally be part of the club (childhood dream car)
I’ve got a long list Look at the Land Rover Defender forums you get loads of help and tips If you’re keeping it get the whole chassis, doors and bulkhead protected with something like waxoyl To my knowledge all Pumas have a design fault with the output shaft to the transfer box where the flanges wear and eventually you lose all drive. Excessive drive train clunking is a sign of this but there is loads of info on forums All the door hinge bolts, light screws, front grill, light surrounds rear cross member bolts where it bolts the body, bonnet bolts change for stainless. Consider security stainless bolts for the doors Windscreen brackets once the paint starts flaking change for anodised ali ones When door hinges rot change for a better after market version Consider fitting extra trim in the wheel arches to to stop the mud, salt water hitting the rear cross member and out riggers there is a UK company that makes these Fit a slick shift on the gear change - make sure you tape over the metal shaft and put grease in the gear stick otherwise it will introduce rattles remap some pumas blew intercooler hoses off make sure Landrover has done the mod to fix this - have a feeling it was on the 2.2 Led upgrade all lights including headlights - get a decent flasher unit if you tow so it will work with light boards with traditional bulbs I changed all the floor door trim bits for stainless Consider a snow cowl for the heater intake also stops mud and rain Cruise control - that works so well in a Puma Defender makes long journeys a pleasure Security - a lot of mods to make them secure I don’t really want to list them here but you can always contact me just be aware they are easy to steal in factory spec If you want links to all the mods where you can but them (all from UK) let me know I don’t sell any Defender parts and am not linked to any supplier
@@benrh1978 thanks man thats quite abit info🙈 appreciate it💪 I live around 5500ft above sea level about 3000km inland.... So rust usually isnt a problem here on a normal vehicle?
@@ammaarsayed8339 just mud, water and road salt will rust it over time. It's well worth investing is some decent rust treatment especially if want to keep the vehicle. Yeah the mod list is long I've done a lot more than listed but the post would just go on and on....
Trade it in on a 80 series cruiser .. you will never look back , I was landy through and through. Then had enough of being cold , leaving oil everywhere etc etc and bought a 80 series .. my god what a machine can't pick one fault with it
i can,i see them in the shop with stupid defects to be fixed,better with a gu.,personally,i dont like either ,but choice would be nissan,..toyota,cant turbo a non turbo,engine box too weak,wheel brearings come loose all the time due to 1940 s,bearing retainer washer,shim,rubbish,too many leafs,too short,coils better but not fixed to mounts,come out often,leafs,allways getting leaf lock,??,why,too arced too short,.power,90kw,.??.a 1600 has 90kw..engine,old school design,never changed,just keep flogging the same horse.price,over priced,under powered,thin steel,.best thing on them is fit & finnish,but thats just show.the drive line is dog legged thru transfer,?,why,it should be streight drive,then dog leg to front diff,less mechanical internals to stuff up.thats why you get that chang chang sound when stalled or too little revs.wheels,can not fit 35".std.unless raise & change diff ratios to 4.8.so it can turn them.plus,toyota have you,if you want an upgrade,its in the next model,& most times doesnt fit the previous...79 series,they only made a new front for the ''v8''garb,,same rear,to fix that ,around 10k..toyota rely on reliablilty by makeing cars not powerfull enough to break anything,.if they upgrade the power ,they have to re engineer everything.my transfer & gearbox are the same from 1965 to 2000,& were made to take 400 hp.not 90kw.cant beat dana spicer,period.!!.land rover are crap.!.we do services on a guys,retired,landcrusier,he prospects,wont say where,he buys a new l/c every 2 yrs,fits it out with all the same gear,,.IF,,there so good,he should still have the first one,,yes,??.our mechanic boss,was landi,but learnt,then got a steel deal on a gu tray back,4.2tdi,now he laughs at landi.s...ill keep my super duty 4.2tdi,145 lt tank,12 lt 100,ohc,3 valves,no glow plugs,3" system,all std,.buy & drive,.25k buy,.cab tray,.german diesel.165 kw,700nm.tdo6 turbo.i fitted.very small turbo.35" tires,4.11 diffs,weighs 4t.!!.cus has a 110,.my first low is better than his,with the 35' tires.!!.next ill be buying a jk rubicon jeep.my be,see how they end up.but,it needs a diesel.cummins,or,?.4 cyl,that is,2.8,those coaster 4 cyls 4lt, seem o.k.,rather that than the 4.2,,more torque,less weight.
@@phantomwalker8251 I'm on about a 80 series cruiser from 1997 ... not any of the other crap . 220 thousand mile and nothing has gone wrong! Doesn't leak oil .. in fact does nothing wrong at all .. Can't recommend it high enough . . Yes sure it was gutless at first but 5 mins of tweeking it will pull a house over ! .. as for land rover they have not one practical Thing that is better..
@@phantomwalker8251 and tbh I'm in England where the Nissan will dissolve In front of your eyes with rust .. 80 series cruisers don't seem to suffer with rust like the Nissan which is a big plus here in the UK
Just a note about the Defender driver pulling over, you have the wrong idea why this driver of the Defender pulled over, it's not only because of the reliability of the vehicle. And please don't give me that shit about how unreliable they are, as I know from experience you have no idea what your talking about. You maintain your vehicle and reliability will never be in question. And another thing, just because someone is under their landy doesn't mean its broke, it means that something is being replaced before it breaks. Rant over. Being a long term landy owner myself (10 years ownership so I think I'm qualified to speak) I have a 300tdi 110 CSW, when you purchase a landy, that being a Defender, you basically get automatically enrolled into the Land Rover Defender Appreciation Society as standard, this club, although it's not mentioned anywhere, We Defender drivers appreciate the Heritage of the Defender, being originally targeted at Farmers, working their fields and hauling loads to and from farmers markets etc etc, if a Defender was on the side of the road with the bonnet lifted, the majority of Defender owners would pull over and offer assistance, this is similar to owning a Motorcycle, that club where you pass another motorcyclist and you do the nod. I'm sure you've seen that nod between motorcyclists. Defender ownership is the same, if you see another Defender coming in the opposite direction the chances are that both drivers will acknowledge each other usually with a wave or flash of main beam lights, It's a Landy Thing more often than not they don't know each other, and most will also start conversing with you if your say parked in a car park. It's a great club to be in, no admission fee necessary as ownership is the only requirement to join. So the next time a fellow Defender owner flashes or waves at you wave or flash back, because if you do breakdown or you see another Defender that appears to have broke down, offer assistance because when you need assistance yourself chances are it will come in the form of a Defender driver willing to help out a fellow member of this highly asteemed club.
Nicely said sir. And agreed! We are on our third LR in the space of ten years and our '93 Dakota is our daily driver, work truck and also campervan. We only own one vehicle so it is imperative that it remains operational (living out in the countryside as we do) and it has only stranded us once in five years and 80 000km throughout all of Europe (fuel solenoid), besides preventative maintenance and wear-and-tear after 350 000km's. This video tries to illustrate that the new Puma is better than you may expect regarding LR's reputation for reliability. Thanks for the comment! Here's a wave 👋
@@ASimplyFabLife how long have you had the Puma for? Have any glaring issues arisen since buying it? I'm looking into buying a 2011 Defender 90 second hand and just want to be absolutely sure of any potential defects in a 10-year-old car.
@@Edgar-xh8iu You may be looking at the 2.4 then, which is pretty much the same as the 2.2 except the engine sounds quite a bit rougher imho... No major issues at all - in our experience. Never let us down, no leaks 😮 (which is rather unusual for a Landy). Only thing were a couple of front side light bulbs blown in 100k km. Engine and gearbox are from a Transit - so fairly bulletproof, however one potential issue is the connectiing rod between gearbox and transfer case (because the Ford unit is shorter). This is an unlubricated spacer, so look for rust leaks at the bottom). This rust corrosion 🧐to the splines can potentially leave you with no drive at all obviously... Other than there is the usual check for servicing intervals; and the environment it has been used in (of course). Hope this helps a bit in your decision. Cheers
@@ASimplyFabLife thanks a lot for your advice. I’ve never heard of that rod before, so it’ll be something for me to look into. The car engine allegedly “exploded” at 120,000km (could’ve been defect) and luckily enough it was replaced under warranty. It’s also been on a farm it’s entire life (used on country highways), so I’m not too worried about corrosion. Cheers, Edgar
Thanks for your answer, Effectively i haven't got a defender i'm thinking on buying one. I've got a knee problem and that's why I've asked you about the clutch. I love Defenders 😁
@@gerardizquierdoperez2284 You can buy a third party spring for the clutch pedal which makes it about 30-40% lighter. paddockspares.com/l-o-f-powerspring-pedal-assist-kit-45-lighter.html
I saw your Autobahn Vignette on the window... bisch viliecht us de schwiz? Btw I have an Evoque MY 2016. 179hp, currently at 69 thousend km. No problems at all and a very nice car. Pulls good
That was a trip to Davos (with a family of five and all the luggage in the back) - when the 'reliable' Volvo (which needed a roofbox of course) let them down just before the trip.. Go figure that the Landy came to the rescue and has been the most reliable vehicle in the parking lot... Nice to hear about your Evoque (very nice car) and it has been a trusty companion!
A Simply Fab Life very nice to hear that👍 LR has definitely improved themselves. I'm tired of hearing people calling LR/Jag "unreliable" without having one. Especially the diesels are very good!
Our old 200Tdi has had a hard life travelling to Mongolia and half of Africa and more (by the previous owner - but we'll get there) and - despite the mileage - we have a blown headlight bulb, side repeater and some comment on emissions (which is out of our hands) at the yearly roadworthy.... Just had to share that and - need I say more on the subject of reliable Landys?
too bad the bosses at land rover couldnt figure out a way to make these street legal for american roads. if they had been able to sell these in the usa then they never would have had to drop the defender from the land rover lineup. they would have sold plenty of them here
Great review unfortunately I got an 2008 110,leaks like a sieve,everything rusting,no paint on the chassis,brakes failed last week due to pipes rusted through,I ve had to have the immobiliser taken out of the ecu,door hinges shot but I still love it but I don’t know why it’s a bag of sh#te which needs constant love, and I’ve had it from new!
@@ASimplyFabLife you re so correct I’ve had every model from 80inch to the puma including the lightweight,I ve had an ecu remap on the puma it’s a total different vehicle! almost a pleasure to drive ! The only vehicle I’ve ever owned which is going up in value! Great channel!!
My parents had a V8 Land Rover long before it was called a defender, sliding windows, old style door handles, manual air vents that just opened up a big hole in the bulkhead, flip down side steps, big ash tray in the top of the dash, seriously basic stuff, which was the point. Land rovers were made for farmers and the army. They are not road cars.
So glad we are able to enjoy them - even if we're not farmers ;-). We had a Land Rover 90 '85 (although it had a 200tdi) - very good little van that was! Have you checked out (just for fun and celebrates the Defender's idionsyncracies: ruclips.net/video/V1YmigSfyws/видео.html Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!
Great video. Nice to see a LR fan who has such a sense of humour about his beloved car. Just one question: is it still a LR?? I mean, NO oil leaks? Or maybe it begs a second question: are yuou sure there is any oil left in there??? LOL Keep them cumming. Cheers
In my opinion the short answer is yes - same deal as a 110. But I could also argue that the 90 has an acceptable turning circle already - depending on your wheels. Our own 110 on eight-spokes without spacers runs this one pretty close due to the offset. Assuming 235's and not wider... And you need to consider bearing wear and CV's of course.
To be fair, your avoiding one of the largest killers of Defenders, not living in a wet climate. Rust won't be so much of a problem, you should see 3yr old defenders in the UK, some 1980s have less rust.
@@radiator0 Waxoyl is useless against all the crap on british roads. Also there are spots on the defender where water and crap just sit. Waxoyl won't help there.
In this one (the boss's car) no... But have been known to get muddy boots... You have to choose your battles: This one perhaps: ruclips.net/video/6Eqvg2QuH1Q/видео.html Croatia Trophy which is a blast: ruclips.net/video/INyaEth6zCo/видео.html Our daily driver 'and only vehicle) is now relegated to less strenuous duties: ruclips.net/video/-qzI6YPA8U4/видео.html Cheers for the comment!
75000k's, 3 years old. This should be nothing for such a rig. Do you wonder about the drivetrain and engine is clean? Come on....😅 How is it now, after 5 more years and km?
Drove it to 100k then moved on with our Tdi (getting on for 400k. No issues on the puma though. Just shared this one to give the trolls something to shout about😅
georgeh Yes, you're quite right and I do on our own Landy (here's a récent one: - but this is the business vehicle ans a dealer stamp seemed likes good idea at the time 😀
for any car srvice,never go to the dealer,even from new,just buy the car then run,!!.they will rip you off,by money or not doing the service.all disel grows microbes in the fuel,you need to use an inhibitor,or a lt or 2 of petrol,once in a while,no harm.a diesel will stand 20% petrol,per tank,..proven..diesel/petrol,come from the same ground..
Disappointed td5, every time I get in a customer td5 I get a smile on my face a puma just has no power 1-2-3-4-5 and your at 30mph gearbox drive shaft fails at around 40k. And clutch springs pop out 50k
A Simply Fab Life 300tdi is your go to in the sticks fix with a bag of tools brilliant in every-way Td5 is the best one they have ever made but If you get a electrical fault in the middle of nowhere you need some diagnostics Puma yer that’s just a failure waiting too happen
I have a 2015 110. Its never let me down and works a treat. having had Defenders for 30yrs in different guises, this one is the best by far.
I agree 👍 and it may not surprise you to learn it has been the most reliable (and lowest cost of maintenance so far) vehicle in our fleet 😎 (except the Acadiane of course 😊)
Your 110 is exactly the same as mine. It’s such a cool car, but man, it earns its living. It does almost anything we ask of it. Your so right about the cubby box 😀 almost everything goes in there. Enjoy your defender. I love driving mine every day
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Wheel spacers: you will know if bearings are overloaded only in a few years. Tires: I am also VERY happy with the Continental tires. Engine oil: it DOES make a difference. I have stopped taking mine to the dealer for the reason you say, however, not so much to save money, but because no-one has the same care I have for my vehicle. For example, I installed magnetic drain plugs on the differentials. Tow bar: where did you get that? I got it from the factory and is far too high fro most trailers. Carpet: I have LR rubber mats all over the place from the start: good choice, they are like new after 5 years. Cubby box: I find it useful - JUST for the stuff you need to carry and do not need every day! Steering wheel: I have a leather-like cover to make it larger, for my hands this is better. Engining "hanging on the rpm" when shifting: mine does it too, it is normal: the turbo lag. In fact, if you get used to it, it makes gear shifting smoother.
My conclusion: never had a problem, driven in all conditions. Excellent vehicle. happy with the purchase
Thanks for your comments!
Good point about no-one having the same care for your vehicle 👍
Tow bar is factory-fit. If I recall correctly you could spec an adjustable one, however, still too high for 'normal' trailers...
It's a good vehicle. Built for purpose. And yes - reliable...
i picked up a 1000 kg of stone from a local quarry in my td5 90, twisting country lanes all the way back, the drive was vastly improved smooth and planted.....not a practical modification though.
You carried 1000 kilos in a 90?
@@flight2k5 yes...went on the weighbridge for proof...i wouldn't suggest it on a regular basis and you don't drive like a maniac...not that you should ever go to fast in a defender.
lapisredux I have a hard time believing a yard of gravel will fit in a d90. It fills the bed of a truck with an 8 foot bed.
@@flight2k5 not gravel, rocks of cornish slate.
The best Land Rover review
Love that machine man if wishes were horses beggars could have ridden them but as things stand now am waiting upon heaven once again i love it and I mean from the bottom of my heart
Great vid. I had a 300 TDI 90 it was bullet proof had more rust than others due to launching boats in the sea - top tip don't put them in the sea. Also used several 110 TDI 300 in Botswana - Chobe and Okavango never worried about reliability as long as the timing mod belt was done. Now have a 2015 110 2.2 great improvement but don't have the same faith in it as the 300TDI. Just the electronics in them. I also have a 200TDI discovery 1 (couldn't afford a Defender equivalent - Discovery 1 = a very underrated and undervalued machine). If you're doing long drives in your Puma consider getting a cruise control kit - makes a huge difference on long journeys no more aching accelerator foot. Costs £300 for the kit in the UK really easy to fit yourself - I don't sell them have no link with the supplier but one of my favourite mods and I've done a lot of mods.
Thanks for the comment 👍 Sounds like you've been around... Disco 1 absolutely, loved my old one until we had to let it go... Our old 110Tdi has a bigger grin-factor in my opinion - just enough power to surprise sometimes, not too much to get into trouble. It's old, stuff wears out and breaks but you can fix it yourself and you understand what went wrong - unlike a Puma. Keep rollin' (en hou die blink kant bo... Afrikaans expression seeing as you spent some time there))🤘🚙😎
For 100k nothing better go wrong . Love the car I must say.
I also have a defender puma MY 2015. I encountered the same issue with the little red light on the dash this summer for the first time. I changed the battery from the remote control on the key fob and now it is fine.
I was always resistant to getting a tdci /Puma, but not because of the engine. It was the lack of bulkhead vents that put me off. To me that was a link back to the original series vehicles. During a search for a 110 CSW TD5 I started to look at some Pumas as the TD5 s just weren't showing up, at least not in good enough condition. So I bought the tdci. It has been a revelation! Motorway speeds with the full family in there and I can hear the radio or the kids arguing. MPG is decent about town too. It's a great Landy.
It's a good bit of kit!
My 2010 2.4 Puma is a great car. It is what it is and in my opinion still has more than enough charm and character to offset those rough edges that Land Rovers are famous for. Sad really that there isn’t really a Defender for the future as I write in 2022.
Hello to all my fellow Landy owners I have a 2012 110 puma . Had baught it brand new from dealer IV had 12 years now and in first 3 years all the clear has come of the roof and some part of the body only now I have had some issues with it such as intercooler split have replaced it and also turbo had failed also replaced other than that everything else has held up well I still love my Landy IV looked after it quite tentatively it only done 147000 K so I hope it will see it thru the next ten years
We have an Land Rover Defender which is the rare Adventure Edition. It has right about 30k km on the clock. We did some modifications like a roof rack or we tuned it to 190 whp and 430nm of tourque and it has done a good Job so far in the 3 years of owner ship.
my dream have 110 puma here in brazil. congrats my friend. take care of this rare relic.
Thanks!
Greetings from South Africa. As a blind person, if I had to choose between the 2.2l and 2.4l Puma engines I would go for the 2.4l engine any day. The 2.2l doesn't have a distinct diesel sound compared to the 2.4l. Although I enjoy the diesel sound of the 2.4l, yes, it doesn't sound as iconic as a 300tdi which is my ultimate first choice for a defender 110 double cab with the 2.4l Puma in second place.
Agreed! 👍
Although I have to say - 200Tdi on a steep slope working hard 😊 Unbeatable
Perhaps by an early Lamborghini V12
I have to say, the starter on the 200tdi sounds more modern than a 300tdi starter on start up. I would have expected a 300tdi starter to sound more modern than a 200tdi starter, although both engines are more mechanical.
On my 95 300tdi 110 I can confidently take my hands off the wheel while on the motorway, it's very competent and well balanced. On my last one, a td5, I could have never of done that it'd veer off!
Red light on dash change battery in key fob worked for me
Thanks for a nice positive report, not much has changed since 2013
I have a 2,2 2013 model fully kitted out for overlanding
I am from South Africa
Howzit Peter. Cheers for the comment.
We are back in SA for a while (Jhb) 🤘😎
Nice to hear you got it kitted out for overland. Our Botswana trip (okay, it wasn't a Landy but one of those rented Hilux) was awesome! Best week - there's a video somewhere on our channel)
Cheers!
Ive got a very similar 110 XS I bought in 2014 and I still enjoy driving, the seats are the full leather like yours and are super comfy, my centre cubby is a black hole full of everything. I don’t put stuff on top of the dash anymore because of going around a corner with the windows open, my glasses shot outside! The light on the dash, I believe has something to do with the alarm/imoboliser, it flashes all night. When its stayed on in the past, I find switching the ignition off and back on again will usually fix it.
☝sounds very familier 😅 Dash light was the immobiliser battery in the end. Good piece of kit is the Puma👍 And, yes, I have lost sunglasses from the top of dash 😂
Well done summary. Spot on regarding using dealers for servicing, nonsense. Love my 2013 90 Puma, not sure about spacers though. Thanks!
I enjoyed your fair report. My 2.4 which I bought in 2007 has never given me the slightest trouble until very recently when it developed a TX box leak-100ml per 1000miles. It pulls like a train with 4 tons of sand and is perfectly Autobahn capable. I still love it but just a bit hacked off that Germany (where I live) are about to ban it.
Nice story.. I have one just the same age/ km in Australia. ..also a great experience so far. Love it.
The red light on the dash is the immobiliser warning. Eventually the central locking starts to play up, happened to one of mine and it used to take ages to lock and unlock. Can be done on warranty though.
I replaced the battery on the key fob. Problem solved.
Still prefer the old Tdi with one electric device on the engine!
Lock the car with the fob, then check if all the doors are locked! The wire loom to the two back doors eventually get crimped and cut inside the flexitube resulting in the doors not locking and accidental alarm. Easy fix is the solder them back together and insulate with shrink wrap
I'm really enjoying my 07 Puma that I bought this March. It's a such a civilized car for a Landy. It has 211,000km now and the engine seems to be very happy. I'm so grateful to the previous owner, I would say it's in better condition than this one. Which is astounding considering it was clearly used for overlanding.
🤟😃nice! And true - a Puma is a different animal to an old Tdi or even an NA. Much smoother and 'enough' power (in Rolls-speak: adequate, sir)😉
Still has those character points and as an ownership experience unbeatable
2013 HCPU 130, 2.2L puma 75000 klm. THANK GOD I don't have teir 4. Have blown every induction hose from the turbo to the inlet manifold once. Recall on seat retainer bolts, recall on engine oil pump, recall on front axle welds. Every door handle has fallen off once. The interior floor trim and underlay has completly desintegrated even in places that dont get wear, rear widows wind themselves down, AC freezes up after an hour, coolant blows out through the header tank cap, on the third cap. All shockies fell to bits, tyres were replaced at 72000 klm rotated every 10000 with the spare. Water and dust leak from every oriface in the cab. But hey its a Defender I did not exspect anything more. Cheers mate 🍻 Now you know why Defender drivers wave at each other 🤣
Michael Brown Wow - that's some list, respect man ! And you're still smiling ? 🤘😎
Don't you dare come anywhere near my 130 !! You must be walking disaster. What the hell are you doing to it !
@@markpolich7422 actualy its had a fairly easy life in fact it has only ever been dry bogged once, its just aging disgracefully. Thankfully it has not started to mark its territory yet, mostly it just does not like the hot North Queensland sun. For all its faults I have always got home all be it slowly when de rated. Cheers mate 🍻
LandCruiser 70 series. 30 years. Apart from sum cosmetics it is the same.
Sorry to dare mention a LandCruiser.
Why watch
Because you can always learn something and the places I go the only other vehicles are Land Rovers.
Looking for a G-Wagen myself, Not one of those new city boy tools. One of the old uns' from the German army days.
Lc 70 series is great..but when you compare it with defender...hmmm i am sorry defender hold big history thats why i am proud with defender
LAND ROVER DEFENDER WITH ISUZU ENGINE AND TRANNY...MORE RELIABLE...SORRY MATE
Ja Swarrie, good to see another video from you. Keep them coming.
Jacques Potgieter Thanks, ja nee Boet 👍😎 (miss that - can 'o the best...)
I love my land rover defender.
Amazing beautiful 👌it's my dream car Love it. Lucky lucky man 👍
My dream car too!!
me too mahn
That little red light is notification of immobiliser in standby mode, when you turn the ignition off but don't press the lock button on your key fob, the immobiliser goes into a standby mode. So even though you haven't locked the car, press the unlock button again and it will go off.
Thanks for the info - when others use the car and unlock with key alone - the alarm goes off (and a hurried response from me ;-)) So there's something going on there... Appreciate the comment
Finally I replaced the batteries on rhe remotes.... Problem solved 👍
These need the output shaft (gearbox/transfer case) upgrade to a heavy duty self lubricating otherwise it strip the spline when towing. The OEM is weak and unlubricated. Also recommend upgrading the rear drive axles and hubs to prevent failure. Finally, replace all turbo and intercooler hoses with after market silicon. The OEM hoses are guaranteed to split, balloon and pop off.
Yes - good points 👍. And yeah... the output shaft 'extender' for the gearbox - great (lazy) design 👌😂. These vehicles all seem to need 'finishing off' of the factory product by the customer...
Love the video... I leant a lot.... thanks ,, I had the same issue with the red light on the dash ... I changed the remote key batteries and it went off ... give it a try
Hi.. that little red light on the dash… simply replace your remote battery😁
Interesting insight into the puma as a td5 owner :) Brilliant video!
Thanks. They're the same - but they're not... Puma lacking a bit of soul compared to Td5 me thinks.
good review.And good to hear you have not much problems. Hopefully stay it this way. have fun with it.
Raymond Logister thanks 👍, as I said : à bit of mechanical sympathy goes a long way 🚙
Charming had 10 of them between 98 to 14 .second hand value high sold my 14 and got exactly the same i paid for it! Bought a new hilux ,in my opinion a
much better car for my work,much better quality but boring 😂 there were all kinds of weird problems with Lrs over the year but nothing serious.
Lr rust like hell and alu and steel combo isnt the best mix thats for sure.i wouldnt want to crash in it either .the best with lr is the sturdy chassie ,very capable .
Any favourites out those 10? We had a '85 (very good one), our '93 and the '15. '93 remains first choice as an 'unboring' experience 😊😎👍 Yes - Hilux is a better vehicle, no question, but of course 😴
I would say that the only one they put together properly was the 14 ,no issues with that one ,but it took 9 between 👍 as you get older you become more boring and just want no problems thats when you become Toyota owner.a happy one.cheers
Great review man - one thing though, and you being a Zaffer should know this car well - the Lada Niva was first built in 1977 and hasn't changed once (still the exact same shell) since then right up to the brand new models coming out of the factory now.
Sorry - this was supposed to post to the comments on your puma "3 years in" video 🤷🏽♂️
Those oil changes are harsh bru. I also don't go to Land Rover dealership. I use LIQUI MOLY 5W-30 in my 2.4 puma. Next time do the oil change yourself. There's just something about working on your landy that's enjoyable and can take pride in.
Any Land cruiser any day any time anywhere.
TD5 is a beautiful engine all the same and land rover is a good machine too.
Awesome car even with its quirks and stupid bits its the best car to have. Btw yours is very clean, well maintained it seems. I wish they were more avaialble in canada. Ill have to import one in the spring. Cant wait to build it up :D.
With your red light on the dash, not sure if you have tried changing the key fob battery and whether that rectified the issue. However, I have the same light and found that it only comes on when you have unlocked the Landy but then there is a slight time delay in turning the ignition the light will illuminate on the dash. Once you turn the engine on, the light remains. I found that if you see the red light, click the unlock button on the key fob (key out of the barrel / ignition not on) either once (hazards flash) or twice (if you have a low key fob battery), this should make the solid red light turn to a rapid flash which I think goes off after a few fast flashes (can't remember :) ). After clicking the unlock button and the solid red light flashes, put the key in the ignition and start the Landy :) hopefully without the infamous red light. Hope this makes sense!!!!!
Thanks for the info! Will try that tomorrow. I'm leaning towards the low battery in the key fob... Cheers!
A Simply Fab Life did you have any luck with clicking the unlock button in solving the red light?
Yes! Sort of... Will need to do a longer term test because it's pretty random right now: push unlock, open the door, light flashes on dash, click again twice and light goes off - but not always.... I've had it when others unlock the door with the key only and the alarm goes off! Work in progress (as usual). Thanks, will drive another month or so and give an update
A Simply Fab Life hmm does seem a little odd. Yes that would be great to see if you can sort the issue in the future👌
800 Euros for an oil change. Damn its MAX, a 100 Euro job including parts and VAT.
Yep, my dream to own one... guess it will remain a dream :-(
Little to no change but yet it costs you an arm and a leg, obviously just for those who can afford it. Still using old factory parts that were manufactured way back in the day but still commanding astronomical prices.
From your name I'm guessing you're in SA?
Arguably a bit more limited in amount of vehicles available - but RHD!
In Europe, you're looking at €6000plus atmo... But parts can be pretty cheap - if you're willing to take a chance, or two, with the knock-offs😬😅 And they do ship worldwide anyway, right?
A rusty-resto - even a Series 3 - doesn't need to cost very much to get to 'runner' stage...
Our 110 has been surprisingly reliable (being our sole daily driver as well).
My dream car brilliant video
The red light is the immobiliser light because you’ve left the vehicle unlocked for a prolonged period of time. Press the unlock button on your key fob and it will go off.
Thanks! Also, as mentioned below, a low battery on the key fob 😊👍
@@ASimplyFabLife Also another anomaly is that alarm does not disengage after unlocking or the car does not start as the immobiliser is in a state of utter confusion. Simply lock and unlock the car between 4 and 6 times and it should be good. I did hear a story that one person had to do it 10 times. But we had it happen 3 times. And it worked treat.
I love my defender 110 adventure, but recently 10 bolts sheared off the rear centre diff.......10! I believe theres only 16 total. Only 45K kms also. Go figure that one out.
We must understand , when we bay a Defender, direct out from Sollihull , we have only received a 50 % complete car :-). The last 50% , you have to do on your own. And as I can see , you have done nothing too make it more customized for your personal use. I have a -13 mod. , and it is customized for my use.( F.eks. engine have MORE horsepower , the gearshift is changed to Syncro Gearboxes "Slick-Shift" +++) and I have almost 120000km `on the clock` .
And therefor there is no one (Land Rover Serie/Defender ) who is the same in the world. And I have been with LR since 1986 ( Series , Defender , Disco and my wife`s Freelander II, and know that LR products is not the most reliable :-) But I love them :-) Happy Land Rover`ing
Great review mate.
The hump on the bonnet actually was a thing back in 2008 to get the Defender approved for new pedestrian safety rules back then
Cedar Canoe 🤔... 👍😁
Tours and Tales.com mine is a 2014 110 by the way. No problems here either. 80K kms.
Tours and Tales.com a little tip regarding the wear of the front floor mats: Buy yourself 2 small sized hand woven Persians mats at Ikea. Cheap and sturdy as hell.
Cedar Canoe 👌😎 nice - I like a 'cheap'good fix!
I think they finally nailed it in the end... Such a pity they're no longer being made... :-(
Have you chipped the Puma? Wondering whether to tune mine or not but it’s a MY14 so it was still under warranty.
Hey mate, love the video / review.
The transfer gear into low range and high range, easy to get in and out off? Not seen anyone talk about that in other videos
chris Worsnop thanks for the comment ! Yes, transfer case - topic for another video 😀. It is good btw, no worries about hi and lo. Keep rollin'
Thats a strange story about the aerial breaking off ! WOW ! , I have the same vehicle Mine pushes down before washing down the vehicle . Really easy to do . the light on the dash ! WOW , That would really worry me .too Or If my windows need winding up , I prepare the vehicle for lock down Before turning the Key . I shall have to make a few notes about the problems you suffer with .and Call it " Common Knowledge " - Thanks for the heads up .
Cheers👍
Another 'minor point of worry' is the ignition lock on this one needs such a strong turn of the key to get it past 'insertion' to 'igniton' that I am always afraid it will break the key or the barrel.
Never has let us down though... 😅
Are Defenders quirky? Absolutely 🤘😎
That's great thank you and great video..
encouraging to hear that - our's 3 years, just 24km, no problems, still water tight, love it :-)
any rust protection? or are you just *always* having sunshine down there?
This is one of the drier parts of Europe, so that helps! But, no, no rust protection.... 24km ;-)
8-) - oh 24k km of course :-) usually sits in the barn over the winter :-(
Love it, love it, love it! How is it nowaday's?
Sadly the 110 has gone to a new home - but functioned flawlessly (and probably still does!). A testament to Solihull's build quality!👊😉
When the new dashboard came out I really liked it, it was kind of fresh air. But I do not anymore, because I think is too bulky, it is trying to imitate the "modern" car design, I think now that LR should design something more "airy" you know, something more practical, as you said, with more pockets and space for stuff. And definitely the lost of the air flaps was a big mistake... I know they are a big problem in terms of rain leaking but was a big part of the charme... I don´t know...
I agree - although it must have been tough for the LR engineers to 'design' something around a very old vehicle. With no budget. Trying to steer it away from its roots as a basic utilitarian/military truck towards something with 'comfort' - you find yourself in a corner, with the worst of both worlds sadly.
@@ASimplyFabLife Yeah! exactly! The Mother of all Compromises! And, in a weird way the fact that you loose something that was almost bizarrely primitive for a car built in XXI century, is something that one should not regret... but some does! (include my self), cheers
Great vid, I could do with some advice, I test drove a 2010 110 the other day, I struggled to get 40 mph out of the thing, it was like driving a cross between a bus and a tank, is this normal? I wasn’t expecting it to drive like my current Freelander 2 but it was awful, it’s kind of put me off getting any form of Defender.
Thanks for your comment. I'll try and give you some of my own experiences (the 2.2 as in the video is basically the same as the 2.4 you test drove). You should be getting a similar experience to a 10/20 year -old van. Similar engine, similar weight, similar performance.
Freeway speeds of up to 80 mph are quite achievable in a Puma without too much effort (albeit loud with a lot of tyre, wind and some engine noise). It is a bouncy ride (depending on the suspension used) and of course, you're sitting right next to the door...
Build quality seems dicey at best with clanging of doors and wobbly body panels. But it all hangs together for decades somehow.
Gearbox will not be rushed (mainly due to the transfer box and axles) so delay your gear changes for smoother progress.
I don't want to ask the obvious question, but just for arguments' sake: were you in low range? Because 40mph sounds like a stock 2.25 from the eighties... A Puma is a rocket ship in comparison so it sounds like something is (was) wrong on the one you drove.
If you would like a contrast, grab a Tdi or and older TD to get a feel for the earlier (lack of) power that formed the base of the Defender... Hope it helps!
Hello,
Thanks for your Channel. Great job. What are these front seats called? Land Rover option?
Best regards,
Ralph
Thanks! Seats are (were😊) factory option on the Defender - full leather (also the rear seats) and of course removable seat cushion to get at the battery... Although quite narrow - very comfortable 👍
That service price is ridiculous. We get our 2015 services for under $200AU at a dealership (keeping it in warranty). Now with 120k on the odo since new including numerous outback trips it's been flawless except the stability control/traction control light coming on randomly.
JimmyStewpot Sometimes I think about living on Australia... This is one of those times... 😁
your wasting money,theres nothing to service,oil,filters,thats it,will take you 1/2 hr on your own,warranty is good till it finishes,then they brake.extended warranty is a giant rip off.plus how do you know they serviced it,its a rought,did they change the oil & all the filters,unless you mark items so they cant notice it,you dont know.its rife in aus..mate took his xr turbo for warranty service art fords,put a hair across the door,it was still there when he picked it up,never went back.the paper is worth more than service depts.
excellent video thanks
Hi man, Im 18 years old and taking delivery of my first car tomorrow, a 2011 Land Rover defender 90, I would appreciate any tips and advice you have, The vehicle is stock standard with a extended range fuel tank and a bullbar..... So Im thinking of spacers and light bars For now with an external roll cage.... I subscribed To your channel and love your defender videos! Hope To hear from you soon💪💪💪
Thanks for your comment and welcome to the club!
Here's a couple of thoughts below...
1. Rule no.1 - Keep that smile on your face (not hard to do in a Landy...)
2. Wave back at the others out there ( they're in the same boat)
3. Get your gear-change game sorted, keep it as smooth as you can!
Cannot understate this.
4. You might think so but it is not a tank. Although far more capable than the average car - things can and will break if not treated with some amount of mechanical sympathy
5. Watch this video (if you haven't already) : ruclips.net/video/V1YmigSfyws/видео.html
6. Spacers on a 90... Not strictly necessary unless you're going super-wide with your tyre choice, or your offset is minimal. But if you do - important to tighten the wheel nuts to spec.
7. Don't be surprised or disappointed if something goes wrong - and someday it will.
Just shrug and go with it...
8. It's a lottery - all Defenders are different, luck of the draw... Some are actually good ! ;-)
9. Be aware that it is a virus... Incurable
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10. Enjoy dude - go back to rule no.1
Let us know how it goes in a couple months!
@@ASimplyFabLife Thanks man! Appreciate The reply! They were still busy with The licensing today so I expect it To come tomorrow, And Im already smiling so I doubt it will be hard after its here😆 Cant wait For all The adventures and camping trips! I'll definitely let you guys know 💪 its an honour To finally be part of the club (childhood dream car)
I’ve got a long list
Look at the Land Rover Defender forums you get loads of help and tips
If you’re keeping it get the whole chassis, doors and bulkhead protected with something like waxoyl
To my knowledge all Pumas have a design fault with the output shaft to the transfer box where the flanges wear and eventually you lose all drive. Excessive drive train clunking is a sign of this but there is loads of info on forums
All the door hinge bolts, light screws, front grill, light surrounds rear cross member bolts where it bolts the body, bonnet bolts change for stainless. Consider security stainless bolts for the doors
Windscreen brackets once the paint starts flaking change for anodised ali ones
When door hinges rot change for a better after market version
Consider fitting extra trim in the wheel arches to to stop the mud, salt water hitting the rear cross member and out riggers there is a UK company that makes these
Fit a slick shift on the gear change - make sure you tape over the metal shaft and put grease in the gear stick otherwise it will introduce rattles
remap
some pumas blew intercooler hoses off make sure Landrover has done the mod to fix this - have a feeling it was on the 2.2
Led upgrade all lights including headlights - get a decent flasher unit if you tow so it will work with light boards with traditional bulbs
I changed all the floor door trim bits for stainless
Consider a snow cowl for the heater intake also stops mud and rain
Cruise control - that works so well in a Puma Defender makes long journeys a pleasure
Security - a lot of mods to make them secure I don’t really want to list them here but you can always contact me just be aware they are easy to steal in factory spec
If you want links to all the mods where you can but them (all from UK) let me know
I don’t sell any Defender parts and am not linked to any supplier
@@benrh1978 thanks man thats quite abit info🙈 appreciate it💪 I live around 5500ft above sea level about 3000km inland.... So rust usually isnt a problem here on a normal vehicle?
@@ammaarsayed8339 just mud, water and road salt will rust it over time. It's well worth investing is some decent rust treatment especially if want to keep the vehicle. Yeah the mod list is long I've done a lot more than listed but the post would just go on and on....
I miss my Landy
defenders are cool as shit my dream off road vehicle my dream car would be a Pagani though but yeah defenders are awesome
Hi guys what size were the wheel spacers you fitted ?
Plain old standard 30mm alu from Paddock, here's the link: www.paddockspares.com/pm1142-30mm-aluiminium-wheel-spacers-set-of-4.html
Any particular reason you put on spacers?
ben walker never had any problems with my TD5 although that was in Africa so plenty of space to do what you want.
ILLEGAL ILLEGAL ILLEGAL. !!!.
Sir I have Defender 2.4 and does not go above 60 before it goes to 80 and returns to 60. What could be the problem with that?
🤔 all I can think of is engine management computer (?)
Could be an idea to approach a Ford dealer for a diagnostic on the engine 🤔
Trade it in on a 80 series cruiser
.. you will never look back , I was landy through and through. Then had enough of being cold , leaving oil everywhere etc etc and bought a 80 series .. my god what a machine can't pick one fault with it
i can,i see them in the shop with stupid defects to be fixed,better with a gu.,personally,i dont like either ,but choice would be nissan,..toyota,cant turbo a non turbo,engine box too weak,wheel brearings come loose all the time due to 1940 s,bearing retainer washer,shim,rubbish,too many leafs,too short,coils better but not fixed to mounts,come out often,leafs,allways getting leaf lock,??,why,too arced too short,.power,90kw,.??.a 1600 has 90kw..engine,old school design,never changed,just keep flogging the same horse.price,over priced,under powered,thin steel,.best thing on them is fit & finnish,but thats just show.the drive line is dog legged thru transfer,?,why,it should be streight drive,then dog leg to front diff,less mechanical internals to stuff up.thats why you get that chang chang sound when stalled or too little revs.wheels,can not fit 35".std.unless raise & change diff ratios to 4.8.so it can turn them.plus,toyota have you,if you want an upgrade,its in the next model,& most times doesnt fit the previous...79 series,they only made a new front for the ''v8''garb,,same rear,to fix that ,around 10k..toyota rely on reliablilty by makeing cars not powerfull enough to break anything,.if they upgrade the power ,they have to re engineer everything.my transfer & gearbox are the same from 1965 to 2000,& were made to take 400 hp.not 90kw.cant beat dana spicer,period.!!.land rover are crap.!.we do services on a guys,retired,landcrusier,he prospects,wont say where,he buys a new l/c every 2 yrs,fits it out with all the same gear,,.IF,,there so good,he should still have the first one,,yes,??.our mechanic boss,was landi,but learnt,then got a steel deal on a gu tray back,4.2tdi,now he laughs at landi.s...ill keep my super duty 4.2tdi,145 lt tank,12 lt 100,ohc,3 valves,no glow plugs,3" system,all std,.buy & drive,.25k buy,.cab tray,.german diesel.165 kw,700nm.tdo6 turbo.i fitted.very small turbo.35" tires,4.11 diffs,weighs 4t.!!.cus has a 110,.my first low is better than his,with the 35' tires.!!.next ill be buying a jk rubicon jeep.my be,see how they end up.but,it needs a diesel.cummins,or,?.4 cyl,that is,2.8,those coaster 4 cyls 4lt, seem o.k.,rather that than the 4.2,,more torque,less weight.
@@phantomwalker8251 I'm on about a 80 series cruiser from 1997 ... not any of the other crap . 220 thousand mile and nothing has gone wrong! Doesn't leak oil .. in fact does nothing wrong at all .. Can't recommend it high enough . . Yes sure it was gutless at first but 5 mins of tweeking it will pull a house over ! .. as for land rover they have not one practical
Thing that is better..
@@phantomwalker8251 and tbh I'm in England where the Nissan will dissolve In front of your eyes with rust .. 80 series cruisers don't seem to suffer with rust like the Nissan which is a big plus here in the UK
Plus why did you go for the girls 4.2 version of the super duty ?? Surely you must feel a little embarrassed 😂
One serious comment!😊
Just a note about the Defender driver pulling over, you have the wrong idea why this driver of the Defender pulled over, it's not only because of the reliability of the vehicle. And please don't give me that shit about how unreliable they are, as I know from experience you have no idea what your talking about. You maintain your vehicle and reliability will never be in question. And another thing, just because someone is under their landy doesn't mean its broke, it means that something is being replaced before it breaks. Rant over.
Being a long term landy owner myself (10 years ownership so I think I'm qualified to speak) I have a 300tdi 110 CSW, when you purchase a landy, that being a Defender, you basically get automatically enrolled into the Land Rover Defender Appreciation Society as standard, this club, although it's not mentioned anywhere, We Defender drivers appreciate the Heritage of the Defender, being originally targeted at Farmers, working their fields and hauling loads to and from farmers markets etc etc, if a Defender was on the side of the road with the bonnet lifted, the majority of Defender owners would pull over and offer assistance, this is similar to owning a Motorcycle, that club where you pass another motorcyclist and you do the nod. I'm sure you've seen that nod between motorcyclists.
Defender ownership is the same, if you see another Defender coming in the opposite direction the chances are that both drivers will acknowledge each other usually with a wave or flash of main beam lights, It's a Landy Thing more often than not they don't know each other, and most will also start conversing with you if your say parked in a car park. It's a great club to be in, no admission fee necessary as ownership is the only requirement to join. So the next time a fellow Defender owner flashes or waves at you wave or flash back, because if you do breakdown or you see another Defender that appears to have broke down, offer assistance because when you need assistance yourself chances are it will come in the form of a Defender driver willing to help out a fellow member of this highly asteemed club.
Nicely said sir. And agreed!
We are on our third LR in the space of ten years and our '93 Dakota is our daily driver, work truck and also campervan. We only own one vehicle so it is imperative that it remains operational (living out in the countryside as we do) and it has only stranded us once in five years and 80 000km throughout all of Europe (fuel solenoid), besides preventative maintenance and wear-and-tear after 350 000km's.
This video tries to illustrate that the new Puma is better than you may expect regarding LR's reputation for reliability.
Thanks for the comment! Here's a wave 👋
Does water seep through the window/door seals at all?
No leaks in this Puma!
(Don't ask about our old 'Dakota' though... 😂
@@ASimplyFabLife how long have you had the Puma for? Have any glaring issues arisen since buying it? I'm looking into buying a 2011 Defender 90 second hand and just want to be absolutely sure of any potential defects in a 10-year-old car.
@@ASimplyFabLife Wait haha I just read the title! The one I'm looking to buy is four years older than yours.
@@Edgar-xh8iu You may be looking at the 2.4 then, which is pretty much the same as the 2.2 except the engine sounds quite a bit rougher imho... No major issues at all - in our experience. Never let us down, no leaks 😮 (which is rather unusual for a Landy). Only thing were a couple of front side light bulbs blown in 100k km.
Engine and gearbox are from a Transit - so fairly bulletproof, however one potential issue is the connectiing rod between gearbox and transfer case (because the Ford unit is shorter). This is an unlubricated spacer, so look for rust leaks at the bottom). This rust corrosion 🧐to the splines can potentially leave you with no drive at all obviously... Other than there is the usual check for servicing intervals; and the environment it has been used in (of course). Hope this helps a bit in your decision. Cheers
@@ASimplyFabLife thanks a lot for your advice. I’ve never heard of that rod before, so it’ll be something for me to look into. The car engine allegedly “exploded” at 120,000km (could’ve been defect) and luckily enough it was replaced under warranty. It’s also been on a farm it’s entire life (used on country highways), so I’m not too worried about corrosion.
Cheers,
Edgar
Red light is the battery on your key fob needing replacement.
Thanks 👍- eventually figured it out with the help of comments below ☺ Drove around for ages like that!
stil I love to have one
Always surprises me how much these weigh when you consider that the interior is basically bare. The chassis must be made of lead
AND the body is aluminium and still they managed to make it wiegh two tonnes! 🧐😆
Is the clutch hard to step on?
As all non-Defender owners will comment: 'Wow, that's a heavy clutch!' 😁
Thanks for your answer,
Effectively i haven't got a defender i'm thinking on buying one. I've got a knee problem and that's why I've asked you about the clutch. I love Defenders 😁
@@ASimplyFabLife This helped on my Puma. paddockspares.com/l-o-f-powerspring-pedal-assist-kit-45-lighter.html
@@gerardizquierdoperez2284 You can buy a third party spring for the clutch pedal which makes it about 30-40% lighter.
paddockspares.com/l-o-f-powerspring-pedal-assist-kit-45-lighter.html
hello friend, i would like to get your help, i want to remove the speed limiter of my car, land rover defender puma 2.4 year 2009
can you help?
I saw your Autobahn Vignette on the window... bisch viliecht us de schwiz? Btw I have an Evoque MY 2016. 179hp, currently at 69 thousend km. No problems at all and a very nice car. Pulls good
That was a trip to Davos (with a family of five and all the luggage in the back) - when the 'reliable' Volvo (which needed a roofbox of course) let them down just before the trip.. Go figure that the Landy came to the rescue and has been the most reliable vehicle in the parking lot... Nice to hear about your Evoque (very nice car) and it has been a trusty companion!
A Simply Fab Life very nice to hear that👍 LR has definitely improved themselves. I'm tired of hearing people calling LR/Jag "unreliable" without having one. Especially the diesels are very good!
Our old 200Tdi has had a hard life travelling to Mongolia and half of Africa and more (by the previous owner - but we'll get there) and - despite the mileage - we have a blown headlight bulb, side repeater and some comment on emissions (which is out of our hands) at the yearly roadworthy.... Just had to share that and - need I say more on the subject of reliable Landys?
Dream car, but realized I'm poor guy to talk much about it 😔
too bad the bosses at land rover couldnt figure out a way to make these street legal for american roads. if they had been able to sell these in the usa then they never would have had to drop the defender from the land rover lineup. they would have sold plenty of them here
Absolutely! And would mean more budget for R&D... I hope the current bosses know what they're doing though...
healthyamerican Plus it would mean all the decent older ones in the U.K. weren't being shipped to the US pushing up prices to insane levels!
How is it that your intercooler hasn't blown yet , output shaft, rear axles, all weak points
Great review unfortunately I got an 2008 110,leaks like a sieve,everything rusting,no paint on the chassis,brakes failed last week due to pipes rusted through,I ve had to have the immobiliser taken out of the ecu,door hinges shot but I still love it but I don’t know why it’s a bag of sh#te which needs constant love, and I’ve had it from new!
It is a total lottery with these things...
@@ASimplyFabLife you re so correct I’ve had every model from 80inch to the puma including the lightweight,I ve had an ecu remap on the puma it’s a total different vehicle! almost a pleasure to drive ! The only vehicle I’ve ever owned which is going up in value! Great channel!!
Where are the speakers?
At knee height under the dashboard, some tweeters at the windscreen edges and acouple either side of the back door 🔊
Thank you.
The landrover for sure is an iconic set of wheels👌
There is a great hack for front electric windows , so one can use them when the ignition is off, a must do. search AULRO forum
notice the key's are on the left side!?!
My parents had a V8 Land Rover long before it was called a defender, sliding windows, old style door handles, manual air vents that just opened up a big hole in the bulkhead, flip down side steps, big ash tray in the top of the dash, seriously basic stuff, which was the point. Land rovers were made for farmers and the army. They are not road cars.
So glad we are able to enjoy them - even if we're not farmers ;-). We had a Land Rover 90 '85 (although it had a 200tdi) - very good little van that was! Have you checked out (just for fun and celebrates the Defender's idionsyncracies: ruclips.net/video/V1YmigSfyws/видео.html Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!
In a car with so few safety features I think it is probably sensible to actually wear the seatbelt..
It also keeps you from slding out of your seat in the corners 😂
Great video. Nice to see a LR fan who has such a sense of humour about his beloved car. Just one question: is it still a LR?? I mean, NO oil leaks? Or maybe it begs a second question: are yuou sure there is any oil left in there??? LOL Keep them cumming. Cheers
nicolas FILSDEJEAN Not even a Toyota is that simple.
Will wheel spacers give a defender 90 2001 a better turning radius
In my opinion the short answer is yes - same deal as a 110. But I could also argue that the 90 has an acceptable turning circle already - depending on your wheels. Our own 110 on eight-spokes without spacers runs this one pretty close due to the offset. Assuming 235's and not wider... And you need to consider bearing wear and CV's of course.
no,sell it.!!.
To be fair, your avoiding one of the largest killers of Defenders, not living in a wet climate. Rust won't be so much of a problem, you should see 3yr old defenders in the UK, some 1980s have less rust.
Waxoyl them evey 3 yrs problem solved. trust me i Know....
@@radiator0 Waxoyl is useless against all the crap on british roads. Also there are spots on the defender where water and crap just sit. Waxoyl won't help there.
@@asambi69 dont use owt then. let it rust...
Why did it get quiter
George Curl the carpet addition soaks up some noise.
on a TD5 basically the same bull shit
red light on dash - change battery on key
Cheers! (figured it out in the end 😅)
I take it you hardly go offroad?
In this one (the boss's car) no...
But have been known to get muddy boots...
You have to choose your battles:
This one perhaps: ruclips.net/video/6Eqvg2QuH1Q/видео.html
Croatia Trophy which is a blast: ruclips.net/video/INyaEth6zCo/видео.html
Our daily driver 'and only vehicle) is now relegated to less strenuous duties: ruclips.net/video/-qzI6YPA8U4/видео.html
Cheers for the comment!
Hamster in your shirt
You mean the lesser-spotted, headless, black hamster? ;-)
75000k's, 3 years old. This should be nothing for such a rig. Do you wonder about the drivetrain and engine is clean? Come on....😅
How is it now, after 5 more years and km?
Drove it to 100k then moved on with our Tdi (getting on for 400k. No issues on the puma though. Just shared this one to give the trolls something to shout about😅
very tidy underneath. if that lived in the uk it would be rusty as f**k
South African?
Nicholas kent how could you tell 🙃😊 oui, the Dude grew up in South Africa 🇿🇦 (his parents moved from Holland when he was two)
Carpets in a Defender? Sacrilege.
800 euros, yes it is a ripoff, so why not do it youself. oil and filter ,30min
georgeh Yes, you're quite right and I do on our own Landy (here's a récent one: - but this is the business vehicle ans a dealer stamp seemed likes good idea at the time 😀
georgeh ruclips.net/video/otd3aeuU8l8/видео.html
for any car srvice,never go to the dealer,even from new,just buy the car then run,!!.they will rip you off,by money or not doing the service.all disel grows microbes in the fuel,you need to use an inhibitor,or a lt or 2 of petrol,once in a while,no harm.a diesel will stand 20% petrol,per tank,..proven..diesel/petrol,come from the same ground..
Will yah look at it Indians finally got a decent car out of a pile of shit nice going
Eac
Disappointed td5, every time I get in a customer td5 I get a smile on my face a puma just has no power 1-2-3-4-5 and your at 30mph gearbox drive shaft fails at around 40k. And clutch springs pop out 50k
Mmm... food for thought... Way more torque than our Tdi though, but I get what you're saying (smiles per miles - Tdi (or 5) wins!
A Simply Fab Life
300tdi is your go to in the sticks fix with a bag of tools brilliant in every-way
Td5 is the best one they have ever made but If you get a electrical fault in the middle of nowhere you need some diagnostics
Puma yer that’s just a failure waiting too happen