09/01/2026
🚨 AUCTION FIND 🚨
VIN: SALTY16443A776404
2003 Land Rover Discovery SE, Vienna Green over beige, 140,000 miles. Listed by a dealer in Redwood City, California.
🔧 Specs
4.6L V8, 217 horsepower, 300 lb-ft of torque
4WD, 4-speed automatic transmission, 2-speed transfer case
140,000 miles
Clean California title
✅ Highlights
Dealer acquired this Discovery in January 2021 and has only added about 2,000 miles since
18-inch Hurricane wheels, dual power sunroofs, leather upholstery, heated and power-adjustable front seats, automatic climate control
Front bumper delete
An experienced Discovery II owner in the comments reports zero visible corrosion on the floors, sunroof drains, and frame, which is the most common failure point for this generation, and notes the engine sounds strong on a cold start
⚠️ Watch Outs
Known cosmetic flaws from the listing: chips, scratches, dings, faded paint, damaged bumpers, faded exterior trim, a cracked passenger taillight, dry-rotted tires, worn seats and steering wheel, and a sagging headliner
Carfax reports minor damage
The same experienced commenter flags that cosmetics, bumpers, the third brake lamp, and basic maintenance including tires will need attention
The listing header states one owner since 2003, but the Carfax summary in the listing body says this Discovery has had two owners since new in California. Worth confirming with the seller before bidding
🎯 Honest Take
This is a Discovery II with a mechanically and structurally sound reputation in the comments. Corrosion is the number one killer of this generation and this one reportedly has none. The cosmetic list is real, and the ownership history needs a clear answer, but the bones sound like a good place to start.
💬 Engagement question
Cosmetics first or mechanicals first on this one? Tell us how you would approach it.
