Large Humble Pie Time

by Neill Watson

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OK, so it’s humble pie time.

Discovery 3 used as a camera platform copyright Richard Aucock

Discovery 3 used as a camera platform

In fact, not just a slice, better just pass me the whole thing over…

I’d be the first to admit, my opinion of Land Rover’s products left a lot to be desired. In my long experience in the motor trade, I’d had nothing but trouble with them and everyone I knew had had the same experience.

In my view, the company were masters of branding and marketing a product range that should have long ago had simple problems engineered out that were still there.

Me? Toyota Landcruiser every time. Never let me down, hard as nails, totally dependable.

So fast forward to last month when I’m due to to a whole load of miles from Yorkshire to Birmingham to Wales, then [click to continue…]

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