8 DISCOVERY 1

CLASSIC Range Rovers are cherished. Defenders continue to grow in value. So how come a car which uses most of the same hardware as these cars but clothed in a more practical package is still so criminally undervalued? To be fair, early examples of the Disco 1 are already considered as collectors’ items and make decent money, but we reckon they’ve got a long way to climb yet. An early V8 three-door which has been unmolested is a solid-gold investment, but any straight and rot-free Disco 1 is worth cherishing. For our budget, you could either find a solid car and invest in some light refurbishment or find a ready-done original car and keep it in tip-top condition.

ANDREW EVANSON, Lancaster Insurance: “As cars like the Defender and Range Rover Classic rise in value, you can see the early Discovery becoming more collectable, too. But I think they still look good value, and make a practical yet fun way to invest your money. I’ll have a V8 three-door please!”