Saturday, October 1, 2011
How much would getting a 2 inch lift on my Land Rover Discovery Series ii affect its handling?
Would i have to get bigger tires as well? And whats the cost?|||of course it will effect handling you are putting the centre of gravity higher. - however, you own a land rover so this won't be an issue as they spend most of their time broken down or getting fixed.
What do I do if the reverse shift to a land rover isnt working?
Im looking into buying a 2003 landrover for $3000. Its clean, smooth ride, good engine, in good shape everything but the only problem is that it wont reverse. Im willing to buy it if the problem is fixable and not too too expensive. Any advice or tips on what the problem might be, how I can fix it, or what I should do?|||I would shy away from purchasing a Land Rover period. They don't have a good reputation when it comes to reliability and maintenance.
Virtually everything you do to a Land Rover is going to be expensive.|||Too Funny!!! a 2003 Land Rover with a blown tranny, or at least a blown reverse clutch pack for $3000, Uhh do you think there may be a reason they only want $3000 for it, which is a complete rip off by the way, Its a Land Rover for pete sakes, the tranny work alone will cost 6 grand and the next problem like the engine blowing up will be 10 grand, and gee if you do get it fixed and it needs brakes look at another 3 grand, another $800 for a water pump if that fails, hate to tell you this but Land Rovers are money pits and someone is trying to unload theres on you . run as fast as you can and dont look back.|||i believe i would stay clean away from that car. sounds like the reverse band is broke and hard tell what else is wrong.
Virtually everything you do to a Land Rover is going to be expensive.|||Too Funny!!! a 2003 Land Rover with a blown tranny, or at least a blown reverse clutch pack for $3000, Uhh do you think there may be a reason they only want $3000 for it, which is a complete rip off by the way, Its a Land Rover for pete sakes, the tranny work alone will cost 6 grand and the next problem like the engine blowing up will be 10 grand, and gee if you do get it fixed and it needs brakes look at another 3 grand, another $800 for a water pump if that fails, hate to tell you this but Land Rovers are money pits and someone is trying to unload theres on you . run as fast as you can and dont look back.|||i believe i would stay clean away from that car. sounds like the reverse band is broke and hard tell what else is wrong.
Is the Land Rover Freelander considered a "luxury SUV"?
I have heard many people say this since I bought a 2002 version recently. It just happened to be the only vehicle available and I got a great price. How does it compare with other vehicles of it's size? I know reliability is a major issue (from what I have heard) and it is expensive to fix. Partly because it is a "luxury" vehicle. Or is the Freelander the "budget line" Land Rover and the Range Rover is the more elite vehicle?|||you usually consider anything above 40-50K a luxury automobile. yes land rover are sport and luxury suvs.|||When you need a repair you'll find out fast that it's a luxury vehicle. Few places to have it serviced, service and parts are incredibly expensive, and they require a lot of maintenance along with frequent breakdowns. I owned one for 2 years and couldn't get rid of it quickly enough. Worst decision I ever made on a vehicle, and I've owned dozens of vehicles. Sorry for the bad news. Good luck with yours.
Land Rover 1999 Speaker Specifications?
I am wondering if anyone knows what all of the speaker sizes are in the 1999 Land Rover Discovery series I? Several of them are blown, and I have some possible replacement speakers but can't tell the sizes.
Thanks for any assistance.|||go to crutchfield.com and select outfit my car itll tell you all speaker sizes for most cars
Thanks for any assistance.|||go to crutchfield.com and select outfit my car itll tell you all speaker sizes for most cars
Why does my land rover 2003 discovery start in sport mode?
The green sport driving option light turns on when the vehicle is turned on without me hitting the mode switch?|||You might take a peek in the Owner's Manual.
What causes the chirping on acceleration of my Land Rover?
When I accelerate, I get a chirping noise. Usually only during light acceleration - if I hit it hard, it doesn't seem to do it. As soon as I pull my foot off the accelerator, it goes away. I just had a serpentine belt replaced and that didn't make it go away. Mechanic is now saying it's a bad U-joint but that doesn't likely as it's not a clunking - it's a definite chirping (high pitched) HELP?|||Sure sounds like a belt. Check the belt tensioner, they have a bearing in them and if the bearing is going out it could be seizing and causing the problem|||have the tensioner checked on the serpentine belt, sounds like it's not keeping the belt completely tight.
What is better a land rover discovery or a range rover off road?
Please state facts not opinions.|||Land Rover Defender|||Range rover or the defender both are excelent cars! (discovery is full of %$^* )
How do I put my 98' Land Rover Discovery SE in and out of 4 wheel drive?!?
White 1998 Land Rover Discovery
SE V8i 98,000mi.|||The disco 1 is permanant 4wd, there is no way to put it in and out of 4wd at all. However, you do have the option of both high %26amp; low gear ratio's %26amp; a diff lock to play with. They are designed more for use when you get stuck or have to climb a large muddy hill %26amp; in most normal conditions there is no need to use them on a tarmac road at all!
The small gear stick is to allow you to change from high to low ratio, you push it to the side when you need the diff lock. On normal roads you simply leave it in high ratio %26amp; drive normally.|||should b a small gear lever down by the normal g leaver that has 4 H and 4L just move that forwards or backwards.|||Why are you driving this monster when you have not got a clue how it works.
You obviously need a smaller car like a Focus or Astra.
SE V8i 98,000mi.|||The disco 1 is permanant 4wd, there is no way to put it in and out of 4wd at all. However, you do have the option of both high %26amp; low gear ratio's %26amp; a diff lock to play with. They are designed more for use when you get stuck or have to climb a large muddy hill %26amp; in most normal conditions there is no need to use them on a tarmac road at all!
The small gear stick is to allow you to change from high to low ratio, you push it to the side when you need the diff lock. On normal roads you simply leave it in high ratio %26amp; drive normally.|||should b a small gear lever down by the normal g leaver that has 4 H and 4L just move that forwards or backwards.|||Why are you driving this monster when you have not got a clue how it works.
You obviously need a smaller car like a Focus or Astra.
What's the difference between Land Rover and Range Rover?
Always been confused.|||Land Rover is the company name and Range Rover is one of their models.|||Land Rover is a part of the Ford Motor Corp. made in England, and Range Rover is one of the models they make|||Price and options. Also the year of the vehicle.|||LAND ROVER IS THE COMPANY NAME THAT MAKES THE VEHICLES.
RANGE ROVER IS THE MODEL. THEY HAVE VARIOUS MODLES, SUCH AS LR3, RANGE ROVER, RANGE ROVER SPORT, AND ETC.
THATS ALL|||Land Rover is the manufacturer. Range Rover is a model line up now consisting of the Range Rover, Range Rover Supercharged, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Sport Supercharged.
The other current Land Rover models are the LR2 and LR3.
RANGE ROVER IS THE MODEL. THEY HAVE VARIOUS MODLES, SUCH AS LR3, RANGE ROVER, RANGE ROVER SPORT, AND ETC.
THATS ALL|||Land Rover is the manufacturer. Range Rover is a model line up now consisting of the Range Rover, Range Rover Supercharged, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Sport Supercharged.
The other current Land Rover models are the LR2 and LR3.
Spark Plug Spacer and Spark Plug Sockets for 2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II SD?
I am looking for a spark plug spacer and spark plug sockets for 2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II SD V8, what size spark plug socket would I need. I am just now learning how to change spark plugs.|||5/8 socket. Have no idea what you mean by "spacer". Never heard of that one.
Whats the difference between range rover and land rover discovery 3?
i was just wondering sometimes they confuse me, i dont see any difference, whats the difference?|||The Range Rover is the flag ship model by Land Rover, it's the more expensive of the entire range, and is only at most, a five seater.
The Discovery 3 is the largest car in the Land Rover range and is aimed squarely at families, offering seven seats.
Viewed from the front, they look similar, from any other angle they're very different. See the attached images.
http:/www.4car.net/images/car/2006%20L鈥?br>
http://www.seriouswheels.com/pics-2005/2鈥?/a>|||The LandRover Range Rover is more luxurious, faster, more expensive. It is the LandRover most people want.
The LandRover Discovery is taller and more practical and cheaper to own overall. More of a family SUV than the LR RangeRover.|||basically a landrover is more practical for off roading and general day to day driving with family etc,however the rangerover is more luxuorious with a bigger price tag and less mpg|||One major difference is
The Range Rover is permanent 4 wheel drive
The Disco is 2 or 4 wheel drive|||About 拢20k Disco's are used more for commercial use as RR's are poser vehicles in my opinion!
The Discovery 3 is the largest car in the Land Rover range and is aimed squarely at families, offering seven seats.
Viewed from the front, they look similar, from any other angle they're very different. See the attached images.
http:/www.4car.net/images/car/2006%20L鈥?br>
http://www.seriouswheels.com/pics-2005/2鈥?/a>|||The LandRover Range Rover is more luxurious, faster, more expensive. It is the LandRover most people want.
The LandRover Discovery is taller and more practical and cheaper to own overall. More of a family SUV than the LR RangeRover.|||basically a landrover is more practical for off roading and general day to day driving with family etc,however the rangerover is more luxuorious with a bigger price tag and less mpg|||One major difference is
The Range Rover is permanent 4 wheel drive
The Disco is 2 or 4 wheel drive|||About 拢20k Disco's are used more for commercial use as RR's are poser vehicles in my opinion!
What is involved in changing a Land Rover Discovery engine?
There's a Disco for sale at the local crappy beater dealer for only $799. The body looks good so it must have a blown engine or something. How much work and money is involved in swapping in some generic American V8?|||A lot of work and knowledge. You have to take the Disco all the way down to the frame. The new engine will have to be aligned perfectly with the transmission, so you will have to design and fabricate the new motor's motor mounts. Your engine will have to mate perfectly with the transmission, so you will have to make some kind of adapter plate. This is a big deal. I think that if you want to do an engine swab project, you should check with a hot rod shop that has already done this conversion. You should pick a project you like, because you will have a lot more money invested than you would ever get at resale. No one will like or trust your work as much as you do.
Why would the heater in my land rover discovery 300 tdi suddenly start blowing cold and there is water in it?
if there is a lot of pressure in the header tank,you got headgasket trouble or a cracked head. when cold start car up take water pressure cap off look for bubbles and a smell diesel.|||If you mean there is water in the cooling system (as normal) then the heating system should work fine. My only suggestion would be that the linkage between the heater dial on the dashboard and the heater unit has come apart, this is usually just a cable like a bike brake cable. If you mean the water is coming though the ventillation system then it would appear you have a leak, which is why there is no warm air coming throught the car. The heaters use the hot water in the cooling system to warm the car, so if there is no water in the cooling system there is no heat,|||Try your thermostat. it may not be opening or possibly wour water pump is defective|||Check your heater core. I think it is bad. My truck did the same thing but anti freeze instead of water came out.
What is the difference between a Land Rover Discovery 200 and a 300 ?
Need to know about the two and which is better to buy please.|||In short a lot.
The 200 is for 200TDi and the 300 is for 300TDi
Both are 2.5ltr turbo diesel
Each has a different geabox, different trim levels and body styles.
The 300TDi is in my opinion the better of the two.|||uh, 100?|||100.
The 200 is for 200TDi and the 300 is for 300TDi
Both are 2.5ltr turbo diesel
Each has a different geabox, different trim levels and body styles.
The 300TDi is in my opinion the better of the two.|||uh, 100?|||100.
Whats the difference between range rover and land rover discovery 3?
i was just wondering sometimes they confuse me, i dont see any difference, whats the difference?|||The Range Rover is a much larger vehicle and better appointed inside. The Discovery is a much cheaper vehicle (but not cheap!!). The Freelander is the baby version.
Whats better a 98' jeep cherokee limited or a 01' land rover discovery?
Im getting a car soon and so far my main two choices are between a 1998 jeep cherokee limited and a 2001 land rover discover. They bothe are priced the same and are in good condition but i cant make a decision.....which is better?|||Jeep if it has the 4.0|||A 9 yr old Land Rover is a rolling nightmare. Stay away from it at all costs. The repair and maintenance costs alone will kill you. Unless you can save $1000 per month for repairs, you have no business owning a LR. They are some of the most unreliable cars on the road.
Jeeps are fine. They may have their issues but the basic car is solid. You can find parts for them and plenty of mechanics know how to fix them. There are lots of used Jeeps on the market so shop aggressively, don't settle on the first nice one you see.|||Uh...neither. Can't you get a wrangler or something from chevy or ford?
Jeeps are fine. They may have their issues but the basic car is solid. You can find parts for them and plenty of mechanics know how to fix them. There are lots of used Jeeps on the market so shop aggressively, don't settle on the first nice one you see.|||Uh...neither. Can't you get a wrangler or something from chevy or ford?
Should I buy a 2008 Land Rover LR2 or 2007 Acura RDX?
I need to base this decision not only on reliability but also on comfort and up to date technology. Does the RDX's stiff ride serve better than the land rover's bad track record? Which will last up to 6 years?|||I would say the RDX definitely serves as the better choice. Acuras, being from the Honda family, tend to be more reliable cars. Not only that it will probably have an excellent resale value. As far as the Land Rover goes, it is from the Ford family if I am correct. Ford, not having the greatest reliability, (I know cuz I've owned b/f), is not the greatest choice considering it's resale value is horrible. I'd say stick with the Acura if you're looking for a car for the long run because it'll show you many more better days than the Land Rover. I think ride quality is a small sacrifice for all the money you will probably end up saving with the RDX.|||I`m like Acura RDX no way for me to get land rover;))|||Neither. SUVs are out. They don't impress anyone.|||These are image cars to be sure, but being reliable still means something; unless you like being stranded on the roadside and having a mechanic on standby. This means that the Land Rover is out of the race. The problem is that when something breaks and gets fixed, it doesn't stay that way. If you must have something with prestige, then I'd go for the Acura. The stiff ride you make mention of is better than the times you'll spend at the service center. Just a thought, but you're worth it.
Why does Land Rover require the use of synthetic oil in the Freelander?
The 2002 owners manual lists only synthetic oils as being recommended. Aren't regular multi-grade oils safe to use in the Freelander?|||Because the manufacturer says so, If the owners manual says use synthetic oil, then please use it. DO NOT use petroleum based oils, it could cause damage. They know the vehicle best. they built it.|||I'm sure petroleum oil won't hurt, but synthetic oil is better, and lasts longer. If you chose Petroleum oil, I wouldn't run it past 5,000 miles.
Amsoil makes awesome oil and oil filters, I change mine once a year or 15,000 miles.
http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/default鈥?/a>
Mobil One makes an "extended interval oil", supposed to be good for 15,000 miles, but it doesn't meet the GM4718 spec, so I can't use it.
Amsoil makes awesome oil and oil filters, I change mine once a year or 15,000 miles.
http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/default鈥?/a>
Mobil One makes an "extended interval oil", supposed to be good for 15,000 miles, but it doesn't meet the GM4718 spec, so I can't use it.
I am looking to purchase a used Land Rover Discovery II , what is the cost of gen maintenance on this suv?
Why is the resell value on land rovers so depriciated.New ones go for around $35,000- to $95,000, and used ones go from $20,000 down with very little miles and very minimal damage.I was wondering if it had anything to do with the cost of general maintance and routine care.|||May I refer you to the most recent J.D. Power %26amp; assoc. study?
The most recentl study was of 2003 vehicles that had been on the road for 3 years. This study lists 37 manufacturers in order of the least problems to the most problems .
I'll list in their order (Best to Worst)
1 Lexus
2 mercury
3 buick
4 cadillac
5 toyota
6 acura
7 honda
8 jaguar
9 bmw
10 infinity
11 lincoln
12 ford
13 oldsmobile
%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;industry average
14 chrysler
15pontiac
16 subaru
17 gmc
18 mercedes-benz
19 chevrolet
20 nissan
21 mazda
22 porsche
23 hyandai
24 dodge
25 mitsubishi
26 jeep
27 volvo
28 audi
29 mini
30 isuzu
31 saturn
32 volkswagon
33 hummer
%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;not reliable
34 kia
35 suzuki
36 saab
37 land rover
Did you happen to notice which brand is in last place? That should answer both, your maintenance cost Q , %26amp; give a clue as to why the price is so cheap....and maybe why it's being sold.
Sorry to be the bearer of such bad news, but I truly hope this helps you in your buying decision.|||Me Too! I always try to rely on facts , rather than opinions. Thanks for the Best Answer %26amp; the 4 stars ! It means alot to me !
|||General maintance costs depend on where you go and what you have done going to the dealer will cost a heck of a lot more then going to a gas station mechanic for the work such a resell value drop may be because the warranty ran out or the place selling them really don't want to keep them long so they drastically drop the prices for used cars to make room for the new ones|||Maintenance will be high on those makes. Studies show that a new car loses about half the price in 3 years. Besides that parts and labor for those vehicles are astronomical like Mercedes or BMW parts and service. If you can afford a breakdown every now and then get what you like.|||Maintenance on any Rover is costly as parts are hard to come by and looney-toons expensive. While the Disco is a very solid vehicle and well built it really is no better than a Chevy Tahoe. If you aren't buying for the status factor parked in your driveway you would be money ahead purchasing any number of domestic vehicles for usually less money and far superior dependability.|||Land rover is a mechanics car. It will need to be repaired on a regular basis. Multiply the cost of regular automotive parts for domestic autos by a factor of 5. Then your options for a shop are slim also. You get the dealer or a shop that works on british cars. I would recomend to not buy one used. If you must have one get a new one and sell it before the warranty runs out. cheers and the croud returns to the 99 beers on the wall song from the beginning because it is not proper good queen's english to start in the middle after stopping without finishing the song.
The most recentl study was of 2003 vehicles that had been on the road for 3 years. This study lists 37 manufacturers in order of the least problems to the most problems .
I'll list in their order (Best to Worst)
1 Lexus
2 mercury
3 buick
4 cadillac
5 toyota
6 acura
7 honda
8 jaguar
9 bmw
10 infinity
11 lincoln
12 ford
13 oldsmobile
%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;industry average
14 chrysler
15pontiac
16 subaru
17 gmc
18 mercedes-benz
19 chevrolet
20 nissan
21 mazda
22 porsche
23 hyandai
24 dodge
25 mitsubishi
26 jeep
27 volvo
28 audi
29 mini
30 isuzu
31 saturn
32 volkswagon
33 hummer
%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;not reliable
34 kia
35 suzuki
36 saab
37 land rover
Did you happen to notice which brand is in last place? That should answer both, your maintenance cost Q , %26amp; give a clue as to why the price is so cheap....and maybe why it's being sold.
Sorry to be the bearer of such bad news, but I truly hope this helps you in your buying decision.|||Me Too! I always try to rely on facts , rather than opinions. Thanks for the Best Answer %26amp; the 4 stars ! It means alot to me !
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|||General maintance costs depend on where you go and what you have done going to the dealer will cost a heck of a lot more then going to a gas station mechanic for the work such a resell value drop may be because the warranty ran out or the place selling them really don't want to keep them long so they drastically drop the prices for used cars to make room for the new ones|||Maintenance will be high on those makes. Studies show that a new car loses about half the price in 3 years. Besides that parts and labor for those vehicles are astronomical like Mercedes or BMW parts and service. If you can afford a breakdown every now and then get what you like.|||Maintenance on any Rover is costly as parts are hard to come by and looney-toons expensive. While the Disco is a very solid vehicle and well built it really is no better than a Chevy Tahoe. If you aren't buying for the status factor parked in your driveway you would be money ahead purchasing any number of domestic vehicles for usually less money and far superior dependability.|||Land rover is a mechanics car. It will need to be repaired on a regular basis. Multiply the cost of regular automotive parts for domestic autos by a factor of 5. Then your options for a shop are slim also. You get the dealer or a shop that works on british cars. I would recomend to not buy one used. If you must have one get a new one and sell it before the warranty runs out. cheers and the croud returns to the 99 beers on the wall song from the beginning because it is not proper good queen's english to start in the middle after stopping without finishing the song.
What would cause my land rover to overheat at times?
My 2002 land rover discovery overheats at times, which I think is strange. So, I'm just wondering why and what would cause this? Drove the car yesterday, went to park it, when all of a sudden the temp raised fast, light came on dashboard, and anti freeze was just pouring out fast from the over flow tank. Turned the car off immediately, waited, filled it up with water, only thing I had, and drove it back home and everything was fine. I don't get it????|||The first thing I would change, is the thermostat. It sounds like that might be sticking at times, and may be the culprit.
How can I code my Land Rover Freelander keyless remote without going to the dealer?
I just bought a remote on Ebay and I heard there are tons of help on the internet to make it work with my car but I can't find any. Suggestions?|||If the procedure for matching a remote to the vehicle is not given in your owners manual, head for the dealer.|||I don't know how but my best success if forums search Google for free lander forums or land rover forums
Why wont my 98 Land Rover Discovery wont start after driving through water?
I drove through about half a foot of water and it sprayed up, I then smelled some smoke and when I got to my house I turned my car off. When I went to start my car and I put my keys into the ignition I hear nothing and it will not turn on. Please help.|||Since it was only half a foot of water, and since it's a land rover, I doubt the water "hydro-locked" your engine. What may have happened is the water somehow jarred loose or shorted the battery terminals. Check those out, or get anyone who knows a little about cars to do a quick inspection for you.
Check all your caps to make sure they were tight. Also make sure all the wiring is dry, especially around the MAF sensor. I doubt these are the problem though.
It's a land rover; you'll be ok.|||Doubt if it's anything to do with the water, although anything can go wrong with the L.R. The first thing to do is check the battery terminals are clean and tightened properly, it may just be a coincidence that you got the trouble after going through the water, unless the spray got on to the battery, which it shouldn't have, and caused some sort of short, which would explain the smell.|||because its a landrover
Check all your caps to make sure they were tight. Also make sure all the wiring is dry, especially around the MAF sensor. I doubt these are the problem though.
It's a land rover; you'll be ok.|||Doubt if it's anything to do with the water, although anything can go wrong with the L.R. The first thing to do is check the battery terminals are clean and tightened properly, it may just be a coincidence that you got the trouble after going through the water, unless the spray got on to the battery, which it shouldn't have, and caused some sort of short, which would explain the smell.|||because its a landrover
I need a full catalog of land rover discovery, so i can fix an electrical problem?
I need a full catalog of land rover discovery serie1, pictures of how they built it and how i can fix an electrical probl猫me|||What you want is a service manual. Ones available to the general public are published by Chilton and Haynes.
What is difference between a 1999 land rover and a 1999 range rover?
1999 or any 90s land rover or range rover|||Land Rover is the name of the truck company.
Range Rover is made by Land Rover.
It's like asking what is difference between a 1999 Chevy and a 1999 Tahoe.
Hope this helps
Range Rover is made by Land Rover.
It's like asking what is difference between a 1999 Chevy and a 1999 Tahoe.
Hope this helps
Can someone provide a link where I can download all of the released Mars Land rover pictures in bulk?
Exactly what the question says, All of the rover pictures in bulk, meaning all in one zip or maybe two.
Also, can anyone provide a link to a lot of the space pictures such as galaxys, planets, etc. Not models of them but actual pictures.
Thanks|||this stuff wasn't FREE, ya know?... what makes you think they're gonna box it up and send it off to anyone who wants it?..... you want pictures?... use Google Images... plenty of them there....
Also, can anyone provide a link to a lot of the space pictures such as galaxys, planets, etc. Not models of them but actual pictures.
Thanks|||this stuff wasn't FREE, ya know?... what makes you think they're gonna box it up and send it off to anyone who wants it?..... you want pictures?... use Google Images... plenty of them there....
Where do you get RC Land Rover Defenders?
Im want to get a RC Land Rover Defender but can't seem to find one anywhere. I've looked all over the internet.
Does anyone know where I can get one from? I don't want the ones with the huge tyres, it has to be to scale with the rest of the model.
Thanks|||toysrus|||Ebay is the right place to get a D90 Defender body, Search for Defender and RC you will get few HK ebayers which sell the hard plastic 1:10 body, and information about which Tamiya chasis will be useful. Also HPI sell a kit with a lexan D90 body.
Does anyone know where I can get one from? I don't want the ones with the huge tyres, it has to be to scale with the rest of the model.
Thanks|||toysrus|||Ebay is the right place to get a D90 Defender body, Search for Defender and RC you will get few HK ebayers which sell the hard plastic 1:10 body, and information about which Tamiya chasis will be useful. Also HPI sell a kit with a lexan D90 body.
Is a Land Rover Freelander a good vehicle?
I have a 2004 Land Rover Freelander and yesterday my vehicle wouldn't start and once it did, i couldn't go over 30 mph, It got towed to the Land Rover dealership and originally they thought it was the transmission, however it was just a wires that frayed.
The lady at the dealership said I should sell the vehicle because the freelander isn't suitible for North American climate.... What do you think?|||It isn't that the Freelander isn't suited for our climate. It is a similar issue, though.
The vehicle had to be modified to pass all our nonsense rules over here, and the modification ruined it. The Freelander itself is a great vehicle and a heck of a lot of fun. Everyone else in the world is enjoying them without too much trouble, but people in the US sure aren't.
So, it isn't that it is not suited to our climate, it is that it is not suited to our rules. Many great cars are castrated in order to be shipped to the good ole US of A, and the Freelander was one of them.
There are things that can be done to increase their reliability. If you like it, it is worth looking into. Check out Land Rover discussion forums on the web to find enthusiasts who actually know what they are talking about. They will help you out, it is what they do.
Don't worry about the other vehicles. Land Rover has done very well with everything else. It is just this darned Freelander that can be finicky.
This is not what I think. This is what I KNOW.|||No. They break down a lot.
The lady at the dealership said I should sell the vehicle because the freelander isn't suitible for North American climate.... What do you think?|||It isn't that the Freelander isn't suited for our climate. It is a similar issue, though.
The vehicle had to be modified to pass all our nonsense rules over here, and the modification ruined it. The Freelander itself is a great vehicle and a heck of a lot of fun. Everyone else in the world is enjoying them without too much trouble, but people in the US sure aren't.
So, it isn't that it is not suited to our climate, it is that it is not suited to our rules. Many great cars are castrated in order to be shipped to the good ole US of A, and the Freelander was one of them.
There are things that can be done to increase their reliability. If you like it, it is worth looking into. Check out Land Rover discussion forums on the web to find enthusiasts who actually know what they are talking about. They will help you out, it is what they do.
Don't worry about the other vehicles. Land Rover has done very well with everything else. It is just this darned Freelander that can be finicky.
This is not what I think. This is what I KNOW.|||No. They break down a lot.
My Land Rover Discovery II will turn over but will not start? What are some possible causes?
It is not getting electrical current to the coil, fuel pump, or plugs. All other circuits are energized.|||"My Land Rover Discovery II will turn over but will not start?"
"What are some possible causes?"
Being made by Land Rover.|||Thanks for nothing!
|||the module. the module puts the juice into the coil, the coil puts it in the distributor and fires the plugs. i was going to say the fuel filter but you said it was,nt getting any juice to the coil.
"What are some possible causes?"
Being made by Land Rover.|||Thanks for nothing!
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|||the module. the module puts the juice into the coil, the coil puts it in the distributor and fires the plugs. i was going to say the fuel filter but you said it was,nt getting any juice to the coil.
How much am i looking, insurance wise, for a land rover lightweight?
age: 17 (with pass plus)
first car
land rover lightweight - exarmy, canvas hood
mum as a named driver
only a rough idea|||You may struggle to get cover on a lightweight (Air Portable to give it the correct title) at your age.
Buy a copy of LRO magazine, it's full of classic car insurers who specialise in Land Rovers.|||Pointless using your mum as a named driver, is she really going to be driving it more than you. Keep it real you only want to put your mum on there just to bring down the cost of your insurance premium. I know insurance is very expensive for younger drivers, but you cannot deceive the insurer.
How many miles do you expect to do in a year, under 5000 perhaps, then try and see if there are insurers that can set limits on miles per year, set a curfew so you will not be driving after a certain time and limit the amount of young persons in the vehicle, all these factors can reduce your premium by as much as 40% and don't forget to set a high excess limit of say 拢600 or higher.|||it all depends on your personal criteria, you should compare your insurance. try theycompare.co.uk|||It's impossible to provide a guess/estimate, there are too many variables involved, it's best for you to get a quote based on your own criteria.
first car
land rover lightweight - exarmy, canvas hood
mum as a named driver
only a rough idea|||You may struggle to get cover on a lightweight (Air Portable to give it the correct title) at your age.
Buy a copy of LRO magazine, it's full of classic car insurers who specialise in Land Rovers.|||Pointless using your mum as a named driver, is she really going to be driving it more than you. Keep it real you only want to put your mum on there just to bring down the cost of your insurance premium. I know insurance is very expensive for younger drivers, but you cannot deceive the insurer.
How many miles do you expect to do in a year, under 5000 perhaps, then try and see if there are insurers that can set limits on miles per year, set a curfew so you will not be driving after a certain time and limit the amount of young persons in the vehicle, all these factors can reduce your premium by as much as 40% and don't forget to set a high excess limit of say 拢600 or higher.|||it all depends on your personal criteria, you should compare your insurance. try theycompare.co.uk|||It's impossible to provide a guess/estimate, there are too many variables involved, it's best for you to get a quote based on your own criteria.
What is better the Infiniti G35 coupe or Land Rover LR2?
Infiniti is a car, while Land Rover is a mid-sized SUV. Both are in the $30,000's.|||Why compare apples to oranges? If you want an SUV, get the Rover. If you want a sports coupe, get the G35.|||G35 Coupe that car drives so well and is pretty cool but the backseat isnt too roomy|||You really can't compare the two. They are on totally opposite ends of the spectrum
What do you mean by 'better'? If you like performance, the Infiniti will run circles around the Land Rover, of course. But if you want all-weather performance, the Land Rover is much better, since the Infiniti is a RWD sports car. Land Rover also has more rear seat room, cargo room, etc. It really depends on what you're looking for.
In my opinion though, the G35 is a much better looking car. Land Rover's have always looked pretty plain to me, especially considering their hefty price tag.|||It depends.. do you want a coupe or an SUV? the LR2 is a great all around vehicle. with not all that great fuel economy.
About 14/15.
On theother Hand, the G35 is a nice sporty car with about 20 MPG. As nice as th LR3 is, i'd go with the coupe.
Or you could wait for the 2008 Infiniti G37. Much Nicer:
http://www.infiniti.com/allnewgcoupe/gco鈥?/a>
What do you mean by 'better'? If you like performance, the Infiniti will run circles around the Land Rover, of course. But if you want all-weather performance, the Land Rover is much better, since the Infiniti is a RWD sports car. Land Rover also has more rear seat room, cargo room, etc. It really depends on what you're looking for.
In my opinion though, the G35 is a much better looking car. Land Rover's have always looked pretty plain to me, especially considering their hefty price tag.|||It depends.. do you want a coupe or an SUV? the LR2 is a great all around vehicle. with not all that great fuel economy.
About 14/15.
On theother Hand, the G35 is a nice sporty car with about 20 MPG. As nice as th LR3 is, i'd go with the coupe.
Or you could wait for the 2008 Infiniti G37. Much Nicer:
http://www.infiniti.com/allnewgcoupe/gco鈥?/a>
How do I reset the ABS light for brakes after changing the pads? Land Rover?
This is a 2006 Land Rover LR3|||That ABS light has nothing to do with those pads. You have something else going on. the sensor to sense the wheel speed is close to the ring on the end of the axle. Wire might have come loose or the notches in the ring can be messed up. The abs sensor reads the notches by electro magnetic pulses. So something is telling the abs that its not reading or the abs module itself sensed a problem. It would be wise to find out what the ABS code is. run to aurtozone and see if they can read that code and then post it here so we can tell you where the real problem is.
the wheel speed sensors job is to sense when the wheel locks up (brakes lock the wheel) then it pulsates the brake fluid to the wheel to release the wheel so it doesnt skid. (lock up like older cars)|||Changing the pads doesnt have anything to do with the ABS system. The ABS is an electronic system that senses when the wheel is in full lock, and then "pulses" the brakes. Pulling the battery will erase the code, but not fix the cause. Most likely you have a bad sensor or other problem in the ABS system
the wheel speed sensors job is to sense when the wheel locks up (brakes lock the wheel) then it pulsates the brake fluid to the wheel to release the wheel so it doesnt skid. (lock up like older cars)|||Changing the pads doesnt have anything to do with the ABS system. The ABS is an electronic system that senses when the wheel is in full lock, and then "pulses" the brakes. Pulling the battery will erase the code, but not fix the cause. Most likely you have a bad sensor or other problem in the ABS system
How much is a 1949 Land Rover worth?
My uncle's car..... he died and I was in line to get it. lol But for you car experts out there- how much is a 1949 Land Rover considering the possible damage it went through (it being over 50 years old)?|||Depending on it's condition, i'd say 1000-1500 dollars, maybe 1800 at most. Don't rush, you'll find someone out there who will buy.
Personally i would keep it. There arent a lot of cars out there that can go on for over fifty years like the land rover. If you are interested in keeping it, these days you will still be able to find parts for it relatively cheap, maintaining it will not cost that much and there are many land rover enthusiasts and clubs out there with people willing to help you out with yours.|||I have been looking for a 49 Rover for a while. Any chance you're interested in selling it?
|||it could be worth at least a 1000 bucks as a project vehicle to restore,people like restoring the older ones,id look it over real good,and see if it is in good enough shape to run or not,that would help the value of it a lot ,if it will run,you,ll just have to look it over and price it accordingly,good luck with it.|||Unfortunately,In the US probably not as much as you hope, and in the UK even less!. Spotless and in showroom condition, maybe (and I mean maybe) $15000.But Just was a great shape Series 1 (like the one your asking about) go for $7000. But then considering how much they cost originally, that's actually a profit!
Personally i would keep it. There arent a lot of cars out there that can go on for over fifty years like the land rover. If you are interested in keeping it, these days you will still be able to find parts for it relatively cheap, maintaining it will not cost that much and there are many land rover enthusiasts and clubs out there with people willing to help you out with yours.|||I have been looking for a 49 Rover for a while. Any chance you're interested in selling it?
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|||it could be worth at least a 1000 bucks as a project vehicle to restore,people like restoring the older ones,id look it over real good,and see if it is in good enough shape to run or not,that would help the value of it a lot ,if it will run,you,ll just have to look it over and price it accordingly,good luck with it.|||Unfortunately,In the US probably not as much as you hope, and in the UK even less!. Spotless and in showroom condition, maybe (and I mean maybe) $15000.But Just was a great shape Series 1 (like the one your asking about) go for $7000. But then considering how much they cost originally, that's actually a profit!
What is the average fuel consumption on a land rover defender V8 90?
I'm looking at a Land rover Defener 90 V8 3.5l 1986 and was wondering the average fuel consumption, I know the diesals do 29mpg.
But who knows what the petrol ones do?|||11 city and 14 hwy
But who knows what the petrol ones do?|||11 city and 14 hwy
How much does it cost to fit a 2" lift kit to a land rover is there any mechanics on the on here that can help
i just want to know because i am pricing up everything for my land rover defender 300 tdi hard top|||Hi
If you mean to raise the height of your land rover that is quite cheap just by using longer spring hangers .
Mail me if you need more info
Hope this helps|||It depends if you fit it yourself or if you pay someone to fit it.
The cheapest brands are from suppliers like John Craddocks, Britpart and Paddocks or MM. They tend to sell ProComp kits which are a good budget brand. Google the names for the websites.
Frogs Island 4x4 also sell Terrafirma lift kits which are new to the market but good quality.
For more expensive quality parts look at the Scorpion Racing website for De Carbon shocks and and their various kits. Old Man Emu are regarded as the top 'off-the'shelf' brand of springs and shocks - check out the Devon 4x4 for these.
Price wise about 拢200 should ket you a decent budget kit like ProComp from somewhere like Paddocks. Budget 拢400+ for an Old Man Emu kit. If you don't want to fit yourself (it's a fairly straight forward job) budget another 拢100 or so more for labour at your local garage).
Bear in mind that when you lift your Land Rover you may cause yourself a few problems, it varies with all Land Rovers but you may notice some problems with your propshaft. Above a 1" lift the castor angle will be thrown out so you may need to think about getting castor correct frotn radius arms or eccentric bushes in the axle. If you don't the steering will be less effective and won't correct itself as well as standard.So handling and cornering may be poorer.
You will also be stressing the propshaft universal joints more because the height difference between the gearbox output shaft and the differential flange will be greater. If this causes problems after a while you can buy and fit wide yoke probshafts or double-carden joints.
Personally I would just fit the basic lift kit, drive it for a while and then if you have problems later worry about the propshaft and the radius arms many people don't bother as they are not always necessary.
While you are fiddling with your springs and shocks you might want to replace your suspension bushes as well. You could upgrade these to polyurethene items - Polybush and Superpro are good brands. This is where you could swap them for eccentric or angled bushed to deal with the castor angle problem.This will improve the ride and handling too.
You may also need to fit longer brake lines as if you off road with your lift kit the extra suspension travel may overstretch and snap the standard brake lines which you really don;t want! The companies I mentioned earlier sell these.
If you want help on how to fit these most of the Land Rover magazines have covered how to fit a lift kit so check their back issues e.g. Land Rover Owner or Land Rover Monthly.
There are also workshop manuals like the Haynes range which won't specifically cover fittign a lift kit but do cover replacing your standard suspension and it is basically the same procedure.
Or you could join an online Land Rover forum (for free) like LandyZone, LR4x4, landrovernet or the Land Rover Owner forum and post a question on there for help and advice on how to fit it,or search the forum archives for previous posts. If you ask on one of those forums locally people who live locally might even be willing to come around and give you a hand!
I hope this helps. Good Luck!
Some companies who sell suspension upgrades:
(check the adverts in the Land Rover magazines for others)
http://www.mm-4x4.com/spring-lift-kit---2-inch-lift---includes-free-delivery-within-mainland-uk-2201-p.asp
http://www.scorpionracing.co.uk/
http://www.devon4x4.com/component/option,com_shop/Itemid,67/sitelang,en/mode,browse/cat,134/showcaticons,no
http://www.paddockspares.com/scp/DEFENDER/Suspension.html
http://www.johncraddockltd.co.uk/
If you mean to raise the height of your land rover that is quite cheap just by using longer spring hangers .
Mail me if you need more info
Hope this helps|||It depends if you fit it yourself or if you pay someone to fit it.
The cheapest brands are from suppliers like John Craddocks, Britpart and Paddocks or MM. They tend to sell ProComp kits which are a good budget brand. Google the names for the websites.
Frogs Island 4x4 also sell Terrafirma lift kits which are new to the market but good quality.
For more expensive quality parts look at the Scorpion Racing website for De Carbon shocks and and their various kits. Old Man Emu are regarded as the top 'off-the'shelf' brand of springs and shocks - check out the Devon 4x4 for these.
Price wise about 拢200 should ket you a decent budget kit like ProComp from somewhere like Paddocks. Budget 拢400+ for an Old Man Emu kit. If you don't want to fit yourself (it's a fairly straight forward job) budget another 拢100 or so more for labour at your local garage).
Bear in mind that when you lift your Land Rover you may cause yourself a few problems, it varies with all Land Rovers but you may notice some problems with your propshaft. Above a 1" lift the castor angle will be thrown out so you may need to think about getting castor correct frotn radius arms or eccentric bushes in the axle. If you don't the steering will be less effective and won't correct itself as well as standard.So handling and cornering may be poorer.
You will also be stressing the propshaft universal joints more because the height difference between the gearbox output shaft and the differential flange will be greater. If this causes problems after a while you can buy and fit wide yoke probshafts or double-carden joints.
Personally I would just fit the basic lift kit, drive it for a while and then if you have problems later worry about the propshaft and the radius arms many people don't bother as they are not always necessary.
While you are fiddling with your springs and shocks you might want to replace your suspension bushes as well. You could upgrade these to polyurethene items - Polybush and Superpro are good brands. This is where you could swap them for eccentric or angled bushed to deal with the castor angle problem.This will improve the ride and handling too.
You may also need to fit longer brake lines as if you off road with your lift kit the extra suspension travel may overstretch and snap the standard brake lines which you really don;t want! The companies I mentioned earlier sell these.
If you want help on how to fit these most of the Land Rover magazines have covered how to fit a lift kit so check their back issues e.g. Land Rover Owner or Land Rover Monthly.
There are also workshop manuals like the Haynes range which won't specifically cover fittign a lift kit but do cover replacing your standard suspension and it is basically the same procedure.
Or you could join an online Land Rover forum (for free) like LandyZone, LR4x4, landrovernet or the Land Rover Owner forum and post a question on there for help and advice on how to fit it,or search the forum archives for previous posts. If you ask on one of those forums locally people who live locally might even be willing to come around and give you a hand!
I hope this helps. Good Luck!
Some companies who sell suspension upgrades:
(check the adverts in the Land Rover magazines for others)
http://www.mm-4x4.com/spring-lift-kit---2-inch-lift---includes-free-delivery-within-mainland-uk-2201-p.asp
http://www.scorpionracing.co.uk/
http://www.devon4x4.com/component/option,com_shop/Itemid,67/sitelang,en/mode,browse/cat,134/showcaticons,no
http://www.paddockspares.com/scp/DEFENDER/Suspension.html
http://www.johncraddockltd.co.uk/
Can i add seats to a land rover discovery?
can i add a seat, in the boot of my land rover discovery 3 (06 model 5seats). any help would be appricated thanks in advance|||yes you can fit 2 sideways facing seats in the back
Can ford employees get discounts on land rover vehicles and are there any restrictions?
i know ford owns land rover and wondering if ford motor corp employees can get discounts on land rover vehicles. if so, what is it and are there any restrictions like only certain vehicles. also, is it up to the dealer whether or not they'll give you the employee price?|||yes u'll have to go through ur HR if u work for ford and they can give u all of ur discounts because they do get a discount w/cingular wireless|||Most likely you'll be elibible under the Ford Employee Program, but you'll have to check with a dealerhship. They'll be able to determine your eligibility|||Yes we are elegible for employee price. And if you have a connection with one you know they might still be able to get you the X-plan which use to be 4% discount. And it's a better one than Just any discount. The dealer would get the 4% from Ford so the dealer would be happy to do it. It's a Good way to get a vehicle everyone ends up happy. I thought it made my deal go through easier then if I was getting it on a High interst loan.
What kind of lift kit should i get on my 98 Land Rover Discovery?
Im tricking out my rover.|||A popular kit is made for Land Rovers by old man emu. You can get them various places like Atlantic British.|||Just do yourself a favor a drive that crapbox into the ocean.|||Check Summit Racing, they sell quality kits. If you want a serious on, don't buy one using blocks if you can avoid it.
Land Rover Discovery Help!!! Battery went dead now the radio dosent work it says CODE?
I dont have the manual that comes with it. Should I take it to a land rover dealership? And if I do will it cost money?|||Just call the dealership with your vin number and they will give you the code needed to fix your radio.|||bring it in and have them check it out for free
they will see what the error is and fix it in one minute for free
they will see what the error is and fix it in one minute for free
2004 Land Rover Discovery for a 16 year old?
Hi there! Well my child is turning 16 in about 2 months and he really wants a 2004 land rover discovery because he really likes how boxy it is and how your ride so high up! I looked online and all the reviews look great! I have had a few Range Rovers and I wanted to know if Land Rovers are as expensive to fix? And do you think a Land Rover is the right car for him? And a safe car? Any suggestions or comments would be great thanks!|||sorry no land rover is not a good car, it is a vehicle well known for expensive engine and electrical problems, is hard on gas, extremely expensive to fix, because all parts are dealer only items, shipped on a boat from overseas, The have air bag suspensions on a lot of them and these are a couple grand to repair front and rear.I don't know of a more expensive vehicle you could pick.
I suggest you talk to your mechanic with your son, there are plenty of other tall vehicles out there I would focus on a nissan, a honda or a toyota, front engine rear wheel drive or four wheel drive. And subaru has a wrx sti that is a rally car with race proven heritage in a street body with a boxer four cylinder and a turbo.
I know kids get stuck on image and that some vehicles seem like the only one, but honestly, there has to be some limits, and I suggest at the very least go talk to your mechanic and find out his thinking on a range rover and go from there ok? best of luck|||Safe - yes. Reliable - no. In fact they are just about the least reliable used car you can buy. They are renowned for being in the shop constantly, and repairs are very costly as parts are difficult to find locally. If your child wants a reliable, safe, boxy 4x4, consider a Toyota Landcruiser, Nissan Pathfinder, or Honda Pilot.|||Depends on age and mileage if it's not new. As said you will need a resident mechanic unless you do you're own ''spannering''.
You might want to look around for a dealer who sells re-furbished land rovers which would probably be a better option as such a car would hopefully have been sorted out.
Do you live out in the sticks? I.E. countryside?
it might also be worth looking at some of the Mitsubishi's and or similar, we run 2 Pinnins both 4x4 one manual one auto.Similar to the short wheel based land rover.Maybe not quite the 'icon' Landrover but ''does what it says on the tin''!|||High, easy to see all surrounding and the road compare to sedan car.
Safety, yes. Good for the driver because the chassis is tough.
But make sure he can handle well.
I suggest you talk to your mechanic with your son, there are plenty of other tall vehicles out there I would focus on a nissan, a honda or a toyota, front engine rear wheel drive or four wheel drive. And subaru has a wrx sti that is a rally car with race proven heritage in a street body with a boxer four cylinder and a turbo.
I know kids get stuck on image and that some vehicles seem like the only one, but honestly, there has to be some limits, and I suggest at the very least go talk to your mechanic and find out his thinking on a range rover and go from there ok? best of luck|||Safe - yes. Reliable - no. In fact they are just about the least reliable used car you can buy. They are renowned for being in the shop constantly, and repairs are very costly as parts are difficult to find locally. If your child wants a reliable, safe, boxy 4x4, consider a Toyota Landcruiser, Nissan Pathfinder, or Honda Pilot.|||Depends on age and mileage if it's not new. As said you will need a resident mechanic unless you do you're own ''spannering''.
You might want to look around for a dealer who sells re-furbished land rovers which would probably be a better option as such a car would hopefully have been sorted out.
Do you live out in the sticks? I.E. countryside?
it might also be worth looking at some of the Mitsubishi's and or similar, we run 2 Pinnins both 4x4 one manual one auto.Similar to the short wheel based land rover.Maybe not quite the 'icon' Landrover but ''does what it says on the tin''!|||High, easy to see all surrounding and the road compare to sedan car.
Safety, yes. Good for the driver because the chassis is tough.
But make sure he can handle well.
Is there a website i can go to and find out about the reliability of a land rover?
My family and i are thinking about getting one of the older land rovers but dont know too much about the maintenance and reliability of them. I'd like to find out more about this truck and any issues i might have to worry about. PLEASE HELP ME!!!|||The new Land Rovers are a great vehicle and no worries they come with a warranty. I wouldn't be so quick to buy an older one unless you are buying it from a dealer and they have run it through a C.V.I.. If you buy from an individual you also by their problems. You might want to call local parts stores as you may be in shock when you see the price for replacement parts, and the lack of availability. Don't get me wrong they are a premier vehicle. Just make sure the vehicle has been maintained properly.|||land rover.com
What is the diference between a Land rover Discovery Mk2 ES and a ES Premium?
The old Mk2 Land Rover Discovery seems to have had three trim levels,GS,ES %26amp;ES Premium.
I need to find out what the difference was.|||about 4k
get a BMW X 5 like we have
a lot better car|||One is an expensive pile of rubbish and the other is a bit more expensive
I need to find out what the difference was.|||about 4k
get a BMW X 5 like we have
a lot better car|||One is an expensive pile of rubbish and the other is a bit more expensive
Shopping for a Land Rover, help with the mileage?
I am looking at a 1998 Land Rover Discovery LSE, but it has 150,000 miles on it.
For 1997-2000 year Land Rovers, what is an acceptable mileage?
Thank you.|||I would say less than 100k would be good..
For 1997-2000 year Land Rovers, what is an acceptable mileage?
Thank you.|||I would say less than 100k would be good..
Is the 2003 Land-rover Discovery a reliable car?
I'm looking for a car that is very reliable. My interest is more toward the 2003 land-rover discovery, but is that car a very good one? Does it last for a long time? Does it normally tend to have to have a lot of repairs done to it? I'm debating on buying it as a first car. If this isn't a reliable car, does anyone have any other ideas?|||Sorry, "Land Rover" and "reliable" are never used in the same sentence.
Part of owning one is knowing that you're going to be without it for several days each month. Every Land Owner I have known has regretted ever owning one.
And, as said before, parts are VERY expensive for Land Rovers. Once they go out of warranty, they become huge money pits. The sad thing is, people still see them as a "luxury" brand for some reason.
*EDIT -- "Tilen", yep I took some artistic licensing, sorry about that. However, in general terms Land Rovers are NOT reliable vehicles as the question inquires.|||Land Rover's are overpriced pieces of junk. They are not reliable, severely decline in value at a rapid rate and parts are very expensive for them.|||Well some answers here are just totally exaggerated. I'm up to my 3rd Land Rover and very happy. Like they say Land Rovers are not for everyone they are complicated and very expensive to fix that is why they depreciate fast. I have a Range 09 and don't wanna give up my 03 Disco mainly bec it is a workhorse.I drive to all parts of Illinois everyday being a visiting doctor and for 6 years now it never broke down on me. But I'm warning you the upkeep is expensive, premium gas, parts expensive and hard to find, you have to have extra money unless you buy an extended warranty that way you don't have to worry about the costs.
And as an owner I don't really care about the luxury or prestige part of it but it is the passion of owning and pleasure of driving one and that is unique.|||I would not recommend it for a first car. If you are buying a car for reliability you'd probably be better off with a Toyota. I have a Disco and never had problems with it but very expensive to maintain. They last long, very tough but needs a lot of TLC. And I would buy one these again.
Part of owning one is knowing that you're going to be without it for several days each month. Every Land Owner I have known has regretted ever owning one.
And, as said before, parts are VERY expensive for Land Rovers. Once they go out of warranty, they become huge money pits. The sad thing is, people still see them as a "luxury" brand for some reason.
*EDIT -- "Tilen", yep I took some artistic licensing, sorry about that. However, in general terms Land Rovers are NOT reliable vehicles as the question inquires.|||Land Rover's are overpriced pieces of junk. They are not reliable, severely decline in value at a rapid rate and parts are very expensive for them.|||Well some answers here are just totally exaggerated. I'm up to my 3rd Land Rover and very happy. Like they say Land Rovers are not for everyone they are complicated and very expensive to fix that is why they depreciate fast. I have a Range 09 and don't wanna give up my 03 Disco mainly bec it is a workhorse.I drive to all parts of Illinois everyday being a visiting doctor and for 6 years now it never broke down on me. But I'm warning you the upkeep is expensive, premium gas, parts expensive and hard to find, you have to have extra money unless you buy an extended warranty that way you don't have to worry about the costs.
And as an owner I don't really care about the luxury or prestige part of it but it is the passion of owning and pleasure of driving one and that is unique.|||I would not recommend it for a first car. If you are buying a car for reliability you'd probably be better off with a Toyota. I have a Disco and never had problems with it but very expensive to maintain. They last long, very tough but needs a lot of TLC. And I would buy one these again.
How old do you have to be to get insured on a land rover in the uk?
pretty much what it says in the question lol.
how old do you have to be to get insured on a land rover in England, UK?
thinking about buying a land rover for my first car but dont know how old you have to be to get insured for one? anyone know?
many thanks x|||From my experience many insurers won't touch any new driver for a Land Rover, but there are a few exceptions.
I would try to get a quote from the National Farmers Union before you buy the car, they are very competitive and accommodating with 4X4 cover.|||The price will be sky high for a first time driver in a land rover. You need to be over 17 but good luck finding an insurance company that will insure you. Why don't you google car insurance and put all your details in and then you will get some idea of price etc.... Good luck %26amp; happy new yr :)|||I learned to drive in a Land Rover at 17, the insurance is high but I live on a farm so i can justify it.
They're good cars but if you need something easy to insure then a Land Rover probably isn't it.|||depends really old land rover such as series 2 and 3 arent turbocharged so are about 4k to insure at 17 modern defender are about 9k upwards and any other land rover even more worth 4k for old land rover but they need a lot of work and good one dont come cheap|||The same as you need to be for other cars, usually over 17 most times its 18. Obviously insurance is much higher for you. I new someone who had a rover at young age.|||You might get it at under 24 but it will be very expensive IF you do
how old do you have to be to get insured on a land rover in England, UK?
thinking about buying a land rover for my first car but dont know how old you have to be to get insured for one? anyone know?
many thanks x|||From my experience many insurers won't touch any new driver for a Land Rover, but there are a few exceptions.
I would try to get a quote from the National Farmers Union before you buy the car, they are very competitive and accommodating with 4X4 cover.|||The price will be sky high for a first time driver in a land rover. You need to be over 17 but good luck finding an insurance company that will insure you. Why don't you google car insurance and put all your details in and then you will get some idea of price etc.... Good luck %26amp; happy new yr :)|||I learned to drive in a Land Rover at 17, the insurance is high but I live on a farm so i can justify it.
They're good cars but if you need something easy to insure then a Land Rover probably isn't it.|||depends really old land rover such as series 2 and 3 arent turbocharged so are about 4k to insure at 17 modern defender are about 9k upwards and any other land rover even more worth 4k for old land rover but they need a lot of work and good one dont come cheap|||The same as you need to be for other cars, usually over 17 most times its 18. Obviously insurance is much higher for you. I new someone who had a rover at young age.|||You might get it at under 24 but it will be very expensive IF you do
Land Rover Defender with Isuzu Engine Conversion?
I want to swap my Land Rover Defender engine with an Isuzu Turbo Diesel engine. I need to find out where I can get a engine swap kit and which of the Isuzu engines matches the best with my defender.|||Here's a guy who did it: http://www.landyzone.co.uk/classifieds/s鈥?/a>|||You will need to do some research.. Start with Google and find the comparable engine sizes.
Also, Land Rover and Isuzu bulletin boards.
Also, Land Rover and Isuzu bulletin boards.
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