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    Wonder how this will compare to an LR3? (for offroad driving)

    Agreed. Fortunately, it isn't a Land Rover concept - it is a Hummer. I've been told it is in fact designed to somewhat resemble a vehicle from the Halo game franchise. I wouldn't know though, as I haven't played those games.
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    Reputation for quiet - Not seeing it or rather....hearing it

    Mine (2006) doesn't have that noise at all. A pleasant engine note under acceleration, but not tranny/transfer case. The primary source of noise in my LR3 is wind noise - just a function of a tall, bluff vehicle having to push aside a lot of air. Now that I've crossed 12K miles, however...
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    "Follow Me Home Lights"

    Great tip. I never use the auto lights for exactly this reason. Problem isn't at home - it's in the parking lot. Helpful folks pointing out my lights are still on, and me having to explain it. But then, I don't like rain sensing wipers and lots of other auto functions, I still drag my...
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    Any reason why Diesel engines are not available here...

    I'm hoping that getting the diesel in here will remove one more obstacle to getting the new Defender to be imported to the U.S. I'm sure the real stumbling block is that the U.S. market is not ready for such a vehicle instead of a multi-purpose family hauler, but hey, there must be a handful...
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    Do I need to get the locking rear differential for beach driving?

    That's a nice pic! I had to go to multiple dealerships to find an LR3 with the HD package, but I believe it's worth the hunt - especially because the cost is negligible. I've always wondered why this is even an option. It would seem to me that any minor incremental revenue LR gets when...
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    Increase mileage on LR3

    You already have a magic truck if you get 16mpg. Don't touch anything - you might dispel the sorcery! I get exactly 14, all the time. Of course, I would rather get 14mpg in an LR3 than 40 in a Toyota Prius. Had dinner with a business associate the other night. Somehow the subject of...
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    active locking rear diff

    I have the active rear differential. It was a $500 option as I recall - quite a bargain (the "heavy duty package.") I can't control it in any way - it is fully automatic and integrated into the terrain response system. The full size rear tire could hang in some off road situations, although...
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    New 18" tire on the market

    Great pics, and thanks for the report. Any comment on highway road noise, particularly compared to other tire choices? Thanks!
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    LR3 Wallpaper Hi-Res Pictures Where?

    Also, here's a site with a number of high resolution wallpapers for the LR3, as well as most other cars and trucks. http://www.allcarwallpapers.com/land-rover/land-rover-discovery3/wallpapers.htm
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    Is there any reason to get the 19" wheels on an HSE?

    Thanks for the tip. I would be looking for tires that I can use year round on the highway, but are also good for the occasional weekend Tahoe trip. These Nokian tires look like ********, dedicated, "frozen snot mixed in your beard" kind of snow tires.
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    Extended Warranty Info ( a bit long)

    That's great data, thanks. I leased mine, mainly due to all the bad press from the JD Powers surveys. I've had the truck just over one year now, with absolutely zero problems of any kind. Most reliable, off-the-floor perfect vehicle I've ever owned. Go figure. Even my Lexus had little...
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    What's new for 2008?

    You're right, it no longer shows as an option in the configurator. As I understand it, although the cost was lower for the V6, mileage was not significantly improved (if at all) due to the engine having to work so much harder. IMHO, a good move for overall customer satisfaction, and a clearer...
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    claying?

    If by "claying" you mean the removal of particulate during detailing, I've tried it, but honestly I just can't spend that many hours cleaning the truck. That's why I chose silver rather than black. If such things are of interest to anyone out there, or you just want to find out more about...
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    Is there any reason to get the 19" wheels on an HSE?

    I have the stock 18s. I don't offroad that often - the occasional Land Rover dealer sponsored event. But, I do care about wet weather and snow/ice, as we like to ski. Any recommendations for these conditions? I went to the website/blog referenced in the other thread, but there weren't any...
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    Voice Activation dont work

    Don't know about the radio control, since I don't have that feature. But I think the voice recognition for the phone is a major safety feature. In my line of work, I get, and place, a lot of calls on my cell while driving. I don't have to fumble for the phone in my pocket, or even look at it...
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