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  Thread: Q261 - ECO START STOP SYSTEM INOPERATIVE & VEHICLE SOFTWARE UPDATES
Post: RE: Q261 - ECO START STOP SYSTEM INOPERATIVE & VEH...

My 2014 SD4 9 spped Auto Dynamic was recalled for Gearbox software update. Due to go in tomorrow but just had call from dealer to cancel. It seam LR has pulled the update on the basis it does not wo...
Vern General 24 12,646 13-11-2014, 09:05pm
  Thread: New software update
Post: RE: New software update

My 9 speed auto was booked in for the Gearbox software update tomorrow at Stratstone. Firstly they tried to do update last week but their computer failed so not done, but they did clean my car so not ...
Vern General 48 24,283 13-11-2014, 08:37pm
  Thread: New Record Set - mpg
Post: RE: New Record Set - mpg

I use the iPhone app, mileagekeeper and have done since I got my Evoque SD4 Auto Dynamic in March 2012. Have averaged 28.8mpg over 38513mls. I do have a heavy right foot and most of the miles have b...
Vern General 32 11,457 27-02-2014, 10:26pm
  Thread: Range Rover Evoque Configurator
Post: RE: Range Rover Evoque Configurator

Dealer redeemed himself and emailed me the complete spec earlier today. Also informed me my new Evoque is due in build on 15th January so 1st March delivery is looking good. I have checked the spec ...
Vern General 29 15,438 24-12-2013, 01:33am
  Thread: Range Rover Evoque Configurator
Post: RE: Range Rover Evoque Configurator

Thanks Tim, yes Stratstone, good guess. The sales guy even stated it was against Land Rover policy when I asked for it. Although I got a copy for my first Evoque Dynamic. I will be on to them tomorr...
Vern General 29 15,438 22-12-2013, 07:43pm
  Thread: Range Rover Evoque Configurator
Post: RE: Range Rover Evoque Configurator

Had a play also. It is not only low rent but has got me worried, like is the heated windscreen an option now on my new Dynamic. It was standard on my current one? What else does it miss. The lack ...
Vern General 29 15,438 22-12-2013, 03:18pm
  Thread: Temperamental Tailgate
Post: RE: Temperamental Tailgate

I have had it happen twice now. First time a couple of months ago. Second time yesterday. On both occasions closed the hatch manually by pulling it down by hand, then re opened and closed on the bu...
Vern General 21 10,160 14-12-2012, 11:24pm
  Thread: Winter tyres vs All season
Post: RE: Winter tyres vs All season

Stadt, I agree the law states as you have indicated. I stand corrected on my earlier statement. I believe the highway code in Germany states that motorists must have tyres fitted to their car – wheth...
Vern General 16 10,015 12-11-2012, 10:46pm
  Thread: Winter tyres vs All season
Post: RE: Winter tyres vs All season

In my view Winter Tyre are a no brainier decision, especially if you are buying a second set of wheels. And 18" are the size to go for as the tyres available are far more comprehensive. I may be bia...
Vern General 16 10,015 11-11-2012, 09:31pm
  Thread: Manual states that winter tyres are NOT needed?!
Post: RE: Manual states that winter tyres are NOT needed...

Agree with Stadt Panzer. The Winter Tyres perform way better than both Summer and All Weather tyres in the snow and ice. there are some good comparison videos on You Tube if you need to be convinced...
Vern General 16 6,287 31-10-2012, 10:57pm
  Thread: Detached Rubber Door Seal
Post: Detached Rubber Door Seal

Gave my Evoque some loving care and cleaned it. Horrified to discover the rubber door seals hanging off. There is a rubber door seal glued onto the periphery of the door. The join is at the botto...
Vern General 6 4,378 29-08-2012, 11:00am
  Thread: Retrofitting of aftermarket towbar
Post: RE: Retrofitting of aftermarket towbar

PapaRod Thanks for posting the photos of the Westfalia bar. I have been looking to get one of these fitted and my local LR dealer has just agreed to do it. Although when I bought the car they insis...
Vern General 23 10,938 26-07-2012, 08:22pm
  Thread: Anyone with a lower back injury
Post: RE: Anyone with a lower back injury

PhilSkill I have a problem with my foot position. Pretty well since getting my Dynamic I have had a sprained and swollen ancle. Can't seam to shake it off. I do a reasonable mileage so in the car a...
Vern General 9 3,958 26-07-2012, 08:04pm
  Thread: Outstanding Dealer ?
Post: RE: Outstanding Dealer ?

AndyF Had exactly the same request from my dealer, virtually word for word. My dealership rates themselves as the largest group so shouldn't be worried about their position. Again like you I rate...
Vern General 20 6,797 26-07-2012, 07:43pm
  Thread: Headlamp converters for France?
Post: RE: Headlamp converters for France?

I have traveled through Eurotunnel a couple of times now. 20" wheels are safe on the side rails as indicated earlier. But recommend you turn into the carriage and line up as early as possible as rea...
Vern General 18 12,569 05-06-2012, 07:48pm
  Thread: Build Quality
Post: RE: Build Quality

Picked mine up yesterday and it is perfect, no blemishes or defects found so far. Sympathise with you if you have got an issue as would have upset me too. I even got 2 additional rear number plates,...
Vern General 15 7,403 17-03-2012, 10:55am
  Thread: It's Arrived
Post: RE: It's Arrived

Congrats THEMACS. Glad it arrived as you had hoped. Picking mine up in the morning so early to bed as morning comes earlier I am informed. Looking forward to all of the pictures from the rush of c...
Vern General 22 6,551 15-03-2012, 09:38pm
  Thread: Would you buy another?
Post: RE: Would you buy another?

Token you had me really worried. Picking my Dynamic up from Strastone's on Friday and as you can see I am also in Cheltenham so probably the same dealer as yours. Was starting to look at what other ...
Vern General 59 19,244 14-03-2012, 11:48pm
  Thread: Build Quality
Post: RE: Build Quality

Musher. Not good to hear. Can you be a little more specific about the faults and scratches and where to look for them. I am picking my Dynamic up on Friday this week and know I am going to be bli...
Vern General 15 7,403 14-03-2012, 08:51pm
  Thread: Its On The Way!!
Post: RE: Its On The Way!!

My dealer tried to phone a friend at LR despatch and got worst than nowhere. Looks like they have got a lot to ship at the moment. Sound like they are under pressure trying to ship the increase in ve...
Vern General 25 7,680 14-03-2012, 12:06am
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