Justin Time
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Hi. I'm in the process of considering my next vehicle and one of the options could be a LC. Not the newest version, but a 150, probably aged between 2020 and 2023. I've been scanning ads and trying to research, but there's a few questions that I can't find any answers to, so thought I'd come straight to the experts - i.e the owners. Please bear with me if these Qs seem self evident for you, but all info. and constructive advice would be very welcome.
Here we go...
I've noted that in ads, the 3 door version of the LC seems to quote lower ground clearance figures compared to the 5 door. That's 205 mm vs 215 mm. Is that correct or typo?
Active trim vs Invincible. Thinking about longer term ownership, it seems self-evident (but assumptions can be wrong!), that the fewer electrical goodies on the Active would make this a more reliable, less costly, future proof option? Any comparisons, examples, experiences out there?
On the invincible trim, how reliable have all the various suspension extras and electronic parts proven to be (e.g KDSS, AVS, etc.) ?
Some ads describe certain vehicles with full-size 'temporary' spare wheels, while others miss off the 'temporary' description. Is it described as temporary because it's made of steel rather than alloy? Surely not some form of space-saver?
When did the manual DPF switch come in? 2021? Is it necessary, or just for those who do shorter distances?
Tyres: vehicles appear to be shod with Dunlop Grandtrek AT23 (265/55/19 - invincible) , while others, (Active, 265/65/17) have Bridgestone Dueler H/T. A quick search suggests it's near impossible to find premium all seasons in the 55/19 size, but winters are available if these are switched back and forth on the same rims for each season. There are plenty of all-season tyres for the 17 inch. Option, if an invincible trim is purchased, might be to source some steel 17 inch rims and switch rims to 17 inch for winter tyres. What do most owners who need tyres for winter do?
Are there any decent independent LC specialist you'd recommend in the north of England? I've see only a few ads on an internet search and as none have any Trustpilot or similar reviews it's hard to judge whether they are competent. Also, some seem to have the same introduction to their services rather as if they've cut and pasted from some general corporate source.
Loads more questions but I've probably over stayed my welcome already! Thanks for your patience.
Here we go...
I've noted that in ads, the 3 door version of the LC seems to quote lower ground clearance figures compared to the 5 door. That's 205 mm vs 215 mm. Is that correct or typo?
Active trim vs Invincible. Thinking about longer term ownership, it seems self-evident (but assumptions can be wrong!), that the fewer electrical goodies on the Active would make this a more reliable, less costly, future proof option? Any comparisons, examples, experiences out there?
On the invincible trim, how reliable have all the various suspension extras and electronic parts proven to be (e.g KDSS, AVS, etc.) ?
Some ads describe certain vehicles with full-size 'temporary' spare wheels, while others miss off the 'temporary' description. Is it described as temporary because it's made of steel rather than alloy? Surely not some form of space-saver?
When did the manual DPF switch come in? 2021? Is it necessary, or just for those who do shorter distances?
Tyres: vehicles appear to be shod with Dunlop Grandtrek AT23 (265/55/19 - invincible) , while others, (Active, 265/65/17) have Bridgestone Dueler H/T. A quick search suggests it's near impossible to find premium all seasons in the 55/19 size, but winters are available if these are switched back and forth on the same rims for each season. There are plenty of all-season tyres for the 17 inch. Option, if an invincible trim is purchased, might be to source some steel 17 inch rims and switch rims to 17 inch for winter tyres. What do most owners who need tyres for winter do?
Are there any decent independent LC specialist you'd recommend in the north of England? I've see only a few ads on an internet search and as none have any Trustpilot or similar reviews it's hard to judge whether they are competent. Also, some seem to have the same introduction to their services rather as if they've cut and pasted from some general corporate source.
Loads more questions but I've probably over stayed my welcome already! Thanks for your patience.
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