Considering a Range Rover
#1
Considering a Range Rover
Wanted to get your guys' thoughts on the L322 Range Rover model (03-present). We're considering selling our DII in the future and looking to avoid the days of replacing head gaskets, oil pumps, front prop shafts and having to constantly remind my wife of keeping a constant ear out for noises during cold starts, noises at operating temperature to avoid catastrophic failures.
Based upon some research an 05 and 07 seem to be the models to get based on reliability ratings. It would be my wife's, so off road capability and heritage is not at play here. Just want to know what are typical problems with these cars.
I will say, even though mechanically our DII's have their share of problems, I can fix them usually no matter the problem and is the very reason we would keep the one we have. The RR would scare me due to possible electrical issues and air suspension faults; basically things that really have no solution besides taking it to a dealer for diagnosis and a **** ton of money on parts with little in labor (the one thing I have control of now.)
Based upon some research an 05 and 07 seem to be the models to get based on reliability ratings. It would be my wife's, so off road capability and heritage is not at play here. Just want to know what are typical problems with these cars.
I will say, even though mechanically our DII's have their share of problems, I can fix them usually no matter the problem and is the very reason we would keep the one we have. The RR would scare me due to possible electrical issues and air suspension faults; basically things that really have no solution besides taking it to a dealer for diagnosis and a **** ton of money on parts with little in labor (the one thing I have control of now.)
#3
If the consequences of just a little neglect or not being informed weren't so dire, I wouldn't consider owning anything else than what I have. Plus would like to stay in the Land Rover family.
Last edited by SolbergFanBoi; 12-29-2011 at 03:11 PM.
#4
Subscribed, I've always wondered the same thing....just for future reference. I think the Mk III RR's are one of the best looking vehicles ever made.
"...and having to constantly remind my wife of keeping a constant ear out for noises during cold starts, noises at operating temperature to avoid catastrophic failures."
^HAHA^ I got a kick out of this line, as i'm in the exact same boat
"...and having to constantly remind my wife of keeping a constant ear out for noises during cold starts, noises at operating temperature to avoid catastrophic failures."
^HAHA^ I got a kick out of this line, as i'm in the exact same boat
#5
Subscribed, I've always wondered the same thing....just for future reference. I think the Mk III RR's are one of the best looking vehicles ever made.
"...and having to constantly remind my wife of keeping a constant ear out for noises during cold starts, noises at operating temperature to avoid catastrophic failures."
^HAHA^ I got a kick out of this line, as i'm in the exact same boat
"...and having to constantly remind my wife of keeping a constant ear out for noises during cold starts, noises at operating temperature to avoid catastrophic failures."
^HAHA^ I got a kick out of this line, as i'm in the exact same boat
#6
#7
It just makes me sick that they won't import this anymore:
Explore the Land Rover Defender | Land Rover UK
22k GBP is 33K USD... If I was going to go for any other Rover...
Explore the Land Rover Defender | Land Rover UK
22k GBP is 33K USD... If I was going to go for any other Rover...
#10
Jeremy Clarkson is the man, although his pocket is much deeper than mine!