2001 Land Rover Discovery II SE

California/Nevada history, under 100k miles, and documented mechanical sorting give this 2001 Land Rover Discovery II SE a stronger case than the typical modified Disco. Finished in black over beige leather, it is located in Truckee, California and offered by a private seller with a clean title and 97,712 miles. Power comes from Land Rover’s 4.0L V8 paired with a ZF 4-speed automatic transmission and LT230Q transfer case, while the build adds a 2-inch medium-duty coil spring lift, Baja Rack full-length roof rack, front steel bumper with winch mount, BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires, heavy-duty steering components, stainless brake hoses, ScanGauge II monitor, LED accent lighting, and cooling-system work backed by invoices from British 4x4 of Reno and Truck Envy.

• 4.0L V8, ZF Automatic, and LT230Q Transfer Case: Land Rover’s 4.0L V8 was factory-rated at 188 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque, paired here with the ZF dual-mode electronically controlled 4-speed automatic and LT230Q transfer case. Recent seller-provided work includes an inline coolant thermostat kit, cooling-system overhaul, fresh synthetic 15W-40 oil change, replacement front driveshaft with greasable U-joints, stainless brake hose kit, and new brake master cylinder.
• Classic Discovery II Trail Setup: The 2-inch medium-duty coil spring lift, BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires, Baja Rack, front steel bumper with integrated winch mount, heavy-duty track rod and drag link, steering stabilizer, and front/rear anti-roll bar drop links give this truck a usable mountain-travel setup without overbuilding it. The photo set also shows a clean, cohesive black exterior, roof rack, front bumper, rear ladder/spare setup, underbody details, and factory-style wheels.
• Documented Mechanical Sorting: The seller notes the cooling system was addressed before cosmetic upgrades began, including a replacement radiator, hoses, and expansion tank. The “3 Amigos” ABS/traction-control fault was also diagnosed and repaired, which matters on a Discovery II because cooling and warning-light issues are among the first things informed buyers ask about.
• West Coast History: CARFAX shows long-term California history, Nevada title activity, no title brands, no odometer rollback indication, no open recalls, and 19 service history records. The report lists a November 2016 minor front damage event, and later service in May 2023 included brakes checked, cooling system checked, fluids checked, and cylinder head service/repair at Avant Werks in Truckee.

About the Land Rover Discovery II

The Land Rover Discovery II sits in an interesting place in the brand’s enthusiast timeline. It kept the boxy, upright Discovery profile, Alpine windows, high seating position, and trail-friendly proportions of the original Discovery while adding a more refined chassis, more modern interior, and additional electronic traction systems.

For buyers, the appeal is character and utility. A Discovery II is not a sterile modern SUV; it is a body-on-frame-feeling British 4x4 with real cargo room, strong visibility, a useful roofline, and a huge amount of personality. The best examples are the ones that have had the known maintenance items addressed, especially cooling, driveline, braking, and warning-light issues.

Powertrain

•  4.0L V8
•  Factory rating: 188 horsepower & 250 lb-ft of torque
•  ZF dual-mode electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission
•  LT230Q transfer case
•  All-wheel drive / 4x4 drivetrain
•  Inline coolant thermostat kit
•  Cooling system overhaul, per seller
•  Replacement radiator, hoses, and expansion tank, per seller
•  Fresh full synthetic 15W-40 oil change
•  Replacement front driveshaft with premium greasable U-joints
•  ScanGauge II digital monitor
•  “3 Amigos” fault diagnosed and repaired, per seller
•  Cylinder head serviced/repaired, cooling system checked, brakes checked, and fluids checked (05/23)

Exterior

•  Black exterior
•  2-inch medium-duty coil spring suspension lift
•  BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires
•  Full-length Baja Rack flat utility roof rack
•  Front steel bumper with integrated winch mount and pull bar
•  Black powder-coated bumper finish
•  Heavy-duty track rod and drag link assembly
•  Front and rear anti-roll bar drop links
•  Sway bar bushings
•  Steering stabilizer
•  Stainless steel brake hose kit
•  New brake master cylinder
•  LED accent lights with amber daytime running lights
•  Bear spare tire cover
•  Factory-style alloy wheels
•  Rear ladder/spare tire configuration shown in photos

Interior

•  Beige leather interior
•  Alpine-style Discovery roof glass
•  Fold-and-tumble rear seating
•  Rear cargo area suitable for dogs, camping gear, or mountain use
•  Original radio/CD unit
•  Climate controls
•  ScanGauge II digital monitor
•  Dash top shows sun damage/curling, per seller
•  A few dash/console buttons stick, per seller
•  Rear seat currently does not fold forward due to hardware issue, per seller

Recent Service & Maintenance

•  Cooling system checked; cylinder head serviced/repaired; fluids checked; brakes checked (05/23)
•  Safety inspection performed; brakes checked in preparation for sale (08/22)
•  Battery replaced (11/17)
•  Minor front damage reported (11/16)
•  Tires replaced; maintenance inspection completed; tires balanced; tires rotated; tire condition and pressure checked (09/10)

Condition Notes

The seller describes the Discovery as mechanically sorted with documented invoices from British 4x4 of Reno and Truck Envy. Known issues include dash-top sun damage/curling, a few sticky dash/console buttons, some exterior plastic trim pieces needing replacement, paint that could use freshening/detailing, rear seat fold-forward hardware needing repair, and original window seals that may allow moisture in during heavy rain or snowfall. CARFAX reports a November 2016 minor front damage event, no open recalls, no title brands, no odometer rollback indication, and 19 service history records.