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Here come my .02

Down here, everyone is surprised to see me out on the trails but at the same time recognize that the Land Rover is the vehicle to have! Just today someone told me that I would be able to make it through where their H1 got stuck....I did!

So down to the facts...Although some have criticised British Engineering with the D1, its construction is like none other. The drivetrain is made up of a combination of different great systems, for example, the Swivel Ball enclosed CV Joint. The Old Toyota BJs (also legendary) have this same system up front. Coil Sprung suspension. Transmissions and T-cases that are (seems like it to me) nearly indestructale. With sway bars removed, flex is optimal with the right sized tire (everyone has their own definition of this, but I find that 245/75/16 are PERFECT for a D1). With the bumper trimmed, frontal approach angle is GREAT and although the rear could be better, its a lot better than most SUVs.

Another thing that makes the Disco such a great off roader (D1 atleast) is its ability to be serviced out on the field. Its a mix of modern computer controled engine management with classic drivetrain/suspension components.

Another point to consider is that you can comfortably live out of a Disco with the right equipment and all of the survival essentials.

But back to talk about stock rigs, its one of the few SUVs you can literally drive from the dealer to the trails. In the 90's this was so true, being that Land Rover chose Michelin XPCs as the standard tire...it just so happens that this tire is a great AT tire (my opinion).

There are many more specific reasons whyt he Disco is a great off-roader, but I can't think of them right now, my nephew is screamin his lungs out because he doesnt want to go to sleep!

Someone take over...