I've had my 2003 Range Rover for over 6 months now and have covered some 12,000 miles in it! But what has been the true cost of ownership? Not just financially, but mentally too...
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@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
I do not condone the use of crack 😂
@Tbo12352 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joel 🥵😂
@tonycraven86752 жыл бұрын
That’s a shame I honestly think it would make the filling up process of the rangeys fuel tank more bearable
@HighPeakAutos2 жыл бұрын
I was laughing at the thought of you ticking all the boxes for monetisation… 😂
@highdownmartin2 жыл бұрын
Too late. I’m already n addict thanks to your advice
@84riquelme842 жыл бұрын
I hear it is very moreish
@HighPeakAutos2 жыл бұрын
Oh dear. I’ve passed on my terrible crack Range Rover addiction on to you and countless others. I don’t know whether to feel proud or incredibly guilty. You’ve got it bad, Joel. That said, I love Giverny Green - really suits it. As I was watching, I was thinking to myself “I ought to buy an L322”. Strange thing, addiction, isn’t it?
@williamwood3952 жыл бұрын
Buy one
@bambychoi93662 жыл бұрын
Do it. You know you want to. Come on. Just another purchase. That won’t hurt, will it?
@HighPeakAutos2 жыл бұрын
@@bambychoi9366 this next one might be the best one yet
@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
Get one and then we can share the financial pain together
@antking88472 жыл бұрын
@@itsjoel lol - coz his L405 isn't crippling him enough already!!
@bambychoi93662 жыл бұрын
Bought a 2012 L322 Autobiography recently. Bloody love it. Spent £1.9k on it in 2 months (tyres, disc brakes, gearbox flush ect) but there’s no way it’s going anywhere. I can’t put my finger on it. Just buy an L322 guys. You’ll regret it, but you won’t have any regrets regretting it.
@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
Well said
@a320nick2 жыл бұрын
🤯👍
@konstantinzaslonov13572 жыл бұрын
I've been driving L322 since 12 years, agree with every word
@justinmureti85022 жыл бұрын
Joel gives me the famous top gear trio vibes from how he delivers his content to how he talks about cars. I absolutely love it.
@domburch19242 жыл бұрын
Ah yes, the unforgettable Chris, Freddie and Paddy
@Matt-go7ss2 жыл бұрын
Harry metcalfe described these as an off road Bentley. He was absolutely right
@neilwalsh40582 жыл бұрын
So extremely expensive to maintain and totally unreliable then 😂😂
@Matt-go7ss2 жыл бұрын
@@neilwalsh4058 well....Harry is a millionaire...
@neilwalsh40582 жыл бұрын
@@Matt-go7ss absolutely correct, but it would bankrupt most people
@AlexJohnson-nf1lh2 жыл бұрын
Needed to hear this mate. 6 months into having my 2009 I've just been told the rear diff could need a rebuild, great news to ponder over the Xmas holidays and I'm stuck in a van doing the family visits all week, gutted. Still wouldn't give it up for the world, love the thing
@Peter-MH Жыл бұрын
Can't help but love these! 20 years old, but still have loads of presence!
@ToniaTkachuk2 жыл бұрын
I prefer this design than the newer ones. It's really timeless
@bandiflip2 жыл бұрын
There is something about driving a Rangerover ….just gives you a good feeling inside,no matter what age it is.Ives owned 11 over the years…. Love em 😊
@jdd08152 жыл бұрын
Miss my 2003 RR. Gave me 5 great years of reliability and I loved every moment of it.
@leplessis81792 жыл бұрын
When my 1986 Volvo 240 finally got short of spares I bought a 2004 Transit van. Super comfy, ideal for moving my push bikes around, makes an ideal camper in the summer, and apart from petrol I've spent just under £100 on it in two years - the cost of an MOT each year. 300,000 on the clock, and the damn thing keeps on going, with nary a problem. Ego-less, I don't care what I drive s long as it keeps on running!
@Tbo12352 жыл бұрын
A passionate review , can tell how much you love these cars .
@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@Tbo12352 жыл бұрын
@@itsjoel pleasurable, Joel
@neptuneblood69162 жыл бұрын
I am a hilux surf owner and love watching range rover videos makes me realise how lucky I am not to own any sort of range rover
@neilwalsh40582 жыл бұрын
These people are completely dilluded.. Pay 2 grand for it, spend 10 grand on it in 6 months and it's still only worth 2 grand. Stick with your Hi Lux mate and I'll stick with my £800 Frontera
@brianredmond49192 жыл бұрын
@@neilwalsh4058 money isn’t everything 😐
@neilwalsh40582 жыл бұрын
@@brianredmond4919 depends on how hard you work for it I suppose.
@brianredmond49192 жыл бұрын
@@neilwalsh4058 nothing to do with how hard you work, just depends on how much you enjoy driving - or not . Most people want a Range Rover after driving one .
@neilwalsh40582 жыл бұрын
@@brianredmond4919 most people want a Range Rover for the image it portrays and for keeping up with the Jones. Big markets are in UK and USA, where one upmanship is top of the shopping list. Australians won't touch them with a barge pole, prefer the Japanese stuff. Might not have the image but won't leave them stranded in the outback.
@Bluebottle_GB2 жыл бұрын
Great to see the Rangie - glad it has love from the supervisor (Katie). They're excellent beasts - I have a 4.4 TDV8 which is less ruinous at the fuel pump but still great fun and just as luxurious. You said at the beginning you weren't always in £100,000 cars; except that with a Range Rover's original list price, you very nearly are.
@HtKRP2 жыл бұрын
I recently got rid of my A7, I'm waiting for early next year for an F Type. But in the meantime thought I always loved this gen land rover. I know of the issues and regardless of a prefect model or bad model, they're all prone to issues... So decided to buy a cheap one. Paid 2k for a discovery 3. In 4 weeks I've fixed the epb, suspension, upgraded rear lights, cloth seats now to heated leather... I love it! Had bad snow up here at the weekend I spent it pulling people out of ditches in the North Yorkshire Dales... I don't think I'll get rid when I buy the F type
@juliemclaughlin682 жыл бұрын
Hey Joel. I bought a 2019 Evoque in December and honestly that car has my heart lol! Your right, it is like a comfy armchair and several times a day I find myself looking out the window at it to admire. Never has any car had this grip on me. Any excuse to drive it and I’m out. I had a vogue 10 years ago but I really like the Evoque and how stylish it is. I got the Santorini black and it has grey trims. Enjoy your RR too!
@joelsmith99222 жыл бұрын
From one Joel to another, this is a really informative video. I've been thinking of changing my Volvo for a while and thought about a Range Rover! This is really tempting...thank you!
@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joel, go for it!
@martinramsey1142 жыл бұрын
I had the 4.4 V8 Diesel 2012 model. It was a fantastic car. Contrary to what many people think of the Range Rover, I found mine to be very reliable. Unfortunately, loss of job through the lockdown meant loss of car. I live in hope of being able to afford another one some day. :)
@victormwenda49062 жыл бұрын
Sorry about your job! I have heard good stories about the 4.4 V8 Diesel. I hope to own or at least drive one someday. And sure, keep your spirit up and you'll get back what slipped from you
@walkslad Жыл бұрын
For the past 35 years I've worked as a Doorman in some of London's best 5 star hotels. I've valet parked literally thousands of different luxury cars and they are all spectacular in their own way. My hands down favourite though is the Range Rover. It drives beautifully and is easier to park than a car half its size. Yeah, they are expensive to maintain but as soon as I retire I'll move to the countryside and the first thing I buy will be a Range and then a dog to put in it 😊🐶
@baronridgeback2 жыл бұрын
Between you, Matt @High Peak Autos & Harry Metcalfe @Harrys Garage, you have convinced me to "scratch the itch", take the plunge and buy a low mileage 2012 L322 4.4 TDV8 Autobiography, at the most expensive time in 2nd hand car purchasing history! Despite its proven genuine 50,000 miles, it is already on its 3rd set of EGR valves and 2nd set of turbos! Collecting it this Sunday. My own addiction and stupidity has no bounds it seams... Really enjoying your videos Joel, keep em coming!
@MrTarati2 жыл бұрын
Blankety blank, blankety blank...! (EGR's XD)
@karldomingo86522 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another interesting upload. I understand your passion for the RR and it’s great to see your enjoyment. Off tropic what’s the watch your wearing ?
@firstnamed15012 жыл бұрын
My 90k mile 4.4 V8 gen1 L322 is a weekend car but completely understand everything you’ve mentioned. Love it each and every time I hop into it. Tremendous trucks 👌🏻👊🏻
@JB-pd4gu2 жыл бұрын
Great review. I feel the same and understand where you come from when I have repairs on my Citroen C6 come around. Love the car despite the costs involved. And like yourself I had brought the car on the cheap.
@bollomcbollo62602 жыл бұрын
I owned one of these (same year, same colour!) for a number of years, 4.4 V8 with LPG. I loved it, simply loved it. Everywhere I drove it was a pleasure. It was the best towing vehicle I have ever had, making light of the 3.5 tons of trailer that it took on the road and 5 tons that it pulled on the farm. But my God, the cost of running, the repairs and (finally) the electrical gremlins and failing gearbox that made me sell it. I now have a Grand Cherokee 3.0 Diesel. Sure, it's less of a car, but only 2 things have gone wrong in 4 years: (1) turbo actuator. £40 from a scrap yard (2) EGR valve. £100 from a scrap yard though a stupid PITA to fit. The Quadra Drive 4x4 is unbeatable and 8 year old Jeeps are cheap as chips I'll keep my Jeep .... but I will always keep my old 1970 Range Rover with the small block Chevy in it. That one's a keeper.
@hakimcoggins67468 ай бұрын
Had a few Cherokee and the cadillac converter went on all of them..that part can be pricey 😢
@brynlar32302 жыл бұрын
Lovely video. Always love this shape and yours with those wheels is exactly what I wanted as a young lad. Hope to have one, one day! And love that line buy the car you want and if it breaks, fix it!👌🏼
@TheSarahprue2 жыл бұрын
You have made my day I love mine Apart from no heating and garage struggling to fix it and Really hope it’s not the matrix So thank you
@Bod1st Жыл бұрын
Great honest review and update enjoyable to watch love your channel (and Matt’s HP Autos too) good work.
@arkleyproductions15182 жыл бұрын
Had an 3ltr diesel L322 for 3 years and loved it. The attitude from other drivers was incredible, so courteous to the old girl. Took her to Ireland and Scotland and parked next to much newer RR's and Discos and she still looked the part despite being 16 years old. By far the comfiest car i've ever driven. 'Madge' made all her occupants feel rather special.....including my little dog. .....oh.....the only issue i had with this car was a dodgy fuel pump. On my short list of 'cars i must have in my life again' list. Only sold her to make way for a van to convert to a camper, which at the moment never happened. Passed everything on the roads after heavy snowfalls during the 'Beast from the East', Loved it.
@johnj5962 жыл бұрын
The rattle in the rear trunk is easy to fix. There are 2 screws right near the truck latch (right above the license plate) on the bottom truck hatch. They get loose and you just need to tighten them up.
@toms_garage2 жыл бұрын
Time has flown in! I remember the video you picked this up!
@Tracertme2 жыл бұрын
Another positive Joel is you will actually learn a lot more about cars and their components and what to look for while owning this RR.which is no bad thing, most people couldn’t even change a wheel with a flat tyre, or know what to do with the spray sealant on a newer vehicle.
@AndyK.12 жыл бұрын
I like how the lights illuminate the road ahead 🤣
@maxcharrington62742 жыл бұрын
Love the range
@barrys49222 жыл бұрын
I bought a 1995 County LWB about 12 years ago. It now shows 258,000 miles, but only about 60,000 on the rebuilt engine I had put in. I love it and so do a lot of people: at least once a month, someone leaves a note on the windshield asking if I want to sell it. If you get one, maintaining it ain't cheap.
@cburnage1012 жыл бұрын
I bought a 10 year old range vogue a few years ago and it's been absolutely perfect. Couple of things have gone on it but nothing serious. Never had any major issues (yet). Had only done 70,000 when I got it. Biggest issue I find is how thirsty they are. As a daily driver you're looking at 100 quid a week on fuel at least. Still love it though! Great vid.
@paulbabe2 жыл бұрын
I have a 54 plate Vogue in Giverny Green and it does look good in that colour. I had the timing chain replaced earlier in the year which was expensive 😃
@adamtwrm2 жыл бұрын
Having had many RRs in my life I'd say try out a 3.6TDV8 from 2008 onwards. That engine is superb and if you have it remapped too (sensibly) it pulls like a train and will return 26mpg all day long, maybe more on a long run.
@dave216dx2 жыл бұрын
Far better on a long run if you stay under 100kph. The 3.6 are bullit proof as is the Zf transmission if serviced. On a recent Interstate 4100k trip in Australia towing a small trailer unloaded one way 200 kilos added on way home with air conditioning on lots of the trip and higher speeds than I'd have liked to do to get decent milage I returned a genuine 9.1 liters per 100k,s (26mpg). Car alone with my tools which are always on board weighs exactly 3 ton.... So thank you land rover for providing such incredible machines that companies like Toyota could only dream of
@joehunter2804 Жыл бұрын
The term 'A second hand car is worth what someone has paid for it' is especially true when it comes to the FFRR. Unfortunately, the majority earlier version L322's are 5 plus owners down the line and are being sold with a whole host of issues which simply aren't addressed and passed on to the next buyer, who 'fancies' getting themselves into a RR for peanuts. Is what it is. This fantastic car will make you open your wallet and take what's there..and then it'll come back and ask for more. Owned my 05' plate 'autobiography' for 18 years. It's a second car, so covers a max 6k miles a year. Still wafts down to the Alps every year and has even crossed from Spain into Morocco and safaried though the Atlas Mountains.. and never missed a beat. It put's a smile on my face every time I drive it. It's immaculate and original spec..no added face lift parts and everything works BUT during my tenure ship of this vehicle, I have encountered and remedied just about every common fault there is. Wait until the heater blower packs up..that's a horrific fix for something so spurious. There is no such thing as a cheap RR. If you are prepared for that, hands down it will be the best all round motor you will ever own. Phenomenally capable beasts and I love them.
@Stun-692 жыл бұрын
Great video Joel, very informative. I’ve been looking at Range and Land Rovers, maybe a Discovery 4 as a 7 seater would be handy but I’ve always wanted a Range Rover as my uncle had a Classic many years ago. Subscribed mate.
@manoftalents88502 жыл бұрын
I'm looking to get a 2009 sport model do you think that would also have alot of problems repairing an stuff? Also do they cost alot? I love the design of these range rovers they are definitely timeless
@ashbaldry21572 жыл бұрын
I’ve got a 2003/03 Vogue 4.4 V8 - it’s a lovely car and we are very pleased with it so far! Yes juicy but the lower tax bracket and insurance helps
@vincentl.94692 жыл бұрын
I would suggest very few people in the UK really need a car of that size...
@ashbaldry21572 жыл бұрын
@@vincentl.9469 possibly - we have 3 Labradors.
@wellnesspapst2 жыл бұрын
Same here in Austria. Looking back on a fantastic time with my tdv6, but the gearbox issues killed me
@greerbox2 жыл бұрын
Hi again Joel, interesting vid, the fuel costs are horrific but, I know where you are coming from, the joy of owning it outways that. Best wishes mate 👍
@jackal26072 жыл бұрын
Great passion for the car! I'm currently looking for a P38 4.6L here in Norway but theyre rare....
@dinsceravs23742 жыл бұрын
Seems like a decent drive. A question- how do you afford your insurance on all your cars after moving to London?I remember your video about your bmw where your insurance just skyrocketed.
@mickkingston14502 жыл бұрын
Some nice mud flaps to finish it off, especially to stop stone chipping the sills ! 👍 I have a face lift 2010 sport l320, and love every mile i drive !
@raveninblack25052 жыл бұрын
I bought a cheap 53 plate L322 in April, with 96k on the clock. So far its cost nothing other than fuel, tax and insurance and a service kit. I took it on a 1300 mile round trip to the NC500 in summer and it never missed a beat. Its comfy as hell and i love it. Just need to get the awfully pixilated bmw cd/radio changed for something a bit more modern.
@adam68822 жыл бұрын
It’s maybe anti roll bar links in the front, That make knocking sounds when going over bumps
@stuartlevine70732 жыл бұрын
I've had my 2004 4.4 v8 petrol for 2 months, 165,000 miles. Love it.
@philcooke73542 жыл бұрын
great vid Joel, gotta love the L322
@BaronQ2 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual Joel, class 'A' in fact 😉😆
@BasNunnikhoven2 жыл бұрын
Whoa the taxes and insurance is soooo super cheap! Here in The Netherlands it would be like €280,- PER MONTH for taxes... and another €150 per month for insurance probably wich is crazy compaired to the UK. Sheezz But as always, had much fun watching a new range rover video again from your channel :)
@markwgoldsmith2 жыл бұрын
"Buy the car you want: fix it when it breaks" - like that. Another one I use is - "look at the car, close your eyes: if you still see the car, that's OK; if you see a pile of cash dribbling down the drain, get rid..."
@jon81crowe2 жыл бұрын
I was told to keep £2k back for repairs. I bought a 2011 tdv8. I’ve had an oil cooler, coolant pipe, lower arm, drop link , upper brake light and tailgate strap since March 2021. I’ve used a heritage centre for labour so it shows as being looked after (they make the bamford one so I trust them implicitly). I’m in for about £2.5k picking up stuff the last owner couldn’t be arsed with. 4 new tyres coming soon and brakes but I love it. Anyone who has never owned one will tell you’re they’re shit. I’ve off roaded it, daily’d it, chucked stuff in it etc. I’ll keep as long as I can afford to. 32mpg average too over 1200miles It will blitz off-road. I took mine among a load of defenders and they were surprised it didn’t get stuck in thick mud. It will climb most things but I’d suggest reading the owners manual to understand what to use when. Enjoy!
@JohnBaxendale2 жыл бұрын
12 months into owning my 2011 TDV8, similar to you, have had an oil cooler done on warranty, just having 4 new tyres and some suspension work done this week - couple of electrical niggles, but I've fitted an aftermarket CarPlay mod to it and it's probably related. They're amazing on-road and I've done big weekend trips and UK to Spain and back in comfort. It's amazing off-road in the rural bit of Spain where I live, I'm seeing 35mpg easily on a long run and I've a feeling I'm going to be keeping this a lot longer than the "2 or so years" I'd originally intended :)
@bambychoi93662 жыл бұрын
2 months in to my 2012 Autobiography. I’ve had the following done. 1. New discs and pads 2. 4 new Scorpion Zeros 3 diff oils replaced 4. Gearbox mega flush 5 steering alignment done 6. Stage 1 paint correction and 3 year ceramic 7. Deep interior clean 8. New battery 9. Ash tray replacement 10. Number plate light replacement 11. New Xenon bulbs 12. Need to order new chrome exhausts 13. Have a major service booked in 14. Fixed a Coolant issue Tbh, most of this is general maintenance. I’m happy to put the money in to it. It’s not a project or for resale. It’s a car I just want to looks after. She’s a babe too.
@tdhinaker93272 жыл бұрын
I can relate to all you said. I have a 2012 RRS HSE Luxury and I love it.
@TheKatWeasel2 жыл бұрын
I had an epiphany whilst watching this, I really enjoy these real world chats about what it’s really like to own a car you’re actually passionate about and adore even with all its faults. Is this something you could do with guests with interesting dailies? Doesn’t need to be anything crazy modified with a million horsepower, just interesting, has some quirks and maybe some features but also what real world reliability has been like🤷🏼♂️
@gunbojason2 жыл бұрын
I like your general review of this car and I can definitely relate... some tips from owning one for almost 2 years, I'd suggest you check the rear upper knucle bushings as well as your front prop shaft going to the front diff. There were two types where the first type is a spline type and after many models ended up shaving them of, land rover replaced the splines with another type which is bolted on with 6 screws. Mine is at the mechanic as we speak for that reason. Other than that its perfect.
@credilbecars97132 жыл бұрын
love it great content. It needs the facelift front end putting on and a set of stormer alloys
@konstantinzaslonov13572 жыл бұрын
The old lights were great - real glass and wipers make all the difference in muddy Moscow winters. Still miss my '05 driving the '12 supercharged these days) Purchased a fresh new body RRS last year but brought it back to the dealer - way inferior to L322 in all aspects but fuel efficiency. However if I kept it, I could make 15k USD easily today due to swollen prices)
@trevorheywood69412 жыл бұрын
Great and honest review of a 2003 V8 classic. If you want one to enjoy you need deep pockets.
@richardharrold97362 жыл бұрын
I've long thought these would really benefit from a torquier engine. The M62 is fine in a 540i, but I'd have thought it would struggle in the 2.7 ton Rangie. A Ford 5.4/5.8 GT500 engine is only 8mm longer, but it's a bit taller and can be bored and stroked to 6.8 litres, and it's supercharged... the big 4.7 inch stroker crank would give it a LOT of torque.
@walternyakwaka54812 жыл бұрын
The m62 was quite sufficient by 2002 standards. A key criteria for the engine that went into this vehicle would have been NVH characteristics and fuel economy which would have knocked out many american v8s
@richardharrold97362 жыл бұрын
@@walternyakwaka5481 the Ford engine is a quad-cam like the M62. The L322 is vastly heavier than the P38A - the result is that this is slower than the 4.6 Rover V8 engined P38A it replaced and the engine has to be worked harder, to the detriment of fuel economy.
@walternyakwaka54812 жыл бұрын
@@richardharrold9736 The Rover V8 makes less than 230hp routed through a 4 speed auto. Even with the added weight the L322 is still a second faster to 100km/h (9.2s) than the P38A.
@richardharrold97362 жыл бұрын
@@walternyakwaka5481 the Rover 4.6 makes 300lbft which is the important bit, barely less than the M62, and the P38A is much lighter, giving it a better torque-to-weight ratio. In the real world, the L322 4.4 is slower. They should have used the 4941cc S62 short block as a minimum, if not the S62 heads. I have an M62TUB44 in a 540i Touring, and it's fine with a 1900-ish kilo car to haul around, but an additional 800kg would make it unacceptably slow and thirsty.
@mattyP_74285 ай бұрын
Did you ever record the whole removal and rebuild? Would like to see it if you did. Thanks
@dougm6592 жыл бұрын
Got the same car but in Td6 trim, done 60,000 miles in four years bringing it to 170,000 miles and only minor wear and tear issues to speak of and 28mpg! In over 35 years of driving, this is my favourite car and I’ve had Q7’s, Cayennes and various BMW’s…..it’s the daddy!
@Kassiusday Жыл бұрын
Does the sitting is 10.000 times better in the new L405 to compare to L322 , coz so far I can’t see which SUV could beat the L322 !!! ?? I have 2 of them … supercharged 2007 and 4.4 BMW vogue I had a 4.4 BMW LPG , seems it was even more responsive( than these 2 I have now ‘ ) maybe was remapped ? But I don’t think so , could be LPG octane indice impact ?
@gx4556 ай бұрын
I'm thinking on buying one!! Can you tell me the most and least reliable engines?? Thanks!!
@highlandsfjcruiser88022 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. Range Rover's are fickle beasts, but also some of the best cars ever. Personally I prefer the previous gen P38 to L322, but can still admire them.
@leonardosimm3536 Жыл бұрын
Got myself a Carly for this model of RR (trying to give the old girl some love)...getting the 'ECU not responding' message...did you have that? How did you get around it? Carly customer support is VERY slow to answer...
@nyplantings2420 Жыл бұрын
Good stuff man, just put $21k into my '12 Rover Sport Supercharged. "Buy the car you want, fix it when it breaks". Yep. It stings. Time to DIY for sure.
@azzer82 жыл бұрын
The 5.0 S/C V8 are definitely the best picks. In terms of that wheel wobble I have been plagued with that on my L322. Found a few issues such as the lower arms on the front being cracked, Tyre defects and wheel balancing. The L322’S are notoriously picky with the balancing. I end up getting mine redone every 6-12 months. Good luck!!
@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
Think i'll definitely start with the balancing and then will see from there!
@alleycatproductions34432 жыл бұрын
Hi. Your issue with wheel wobble could be wheel balancing or a out of shape tyre (also out of shape tyre can cause wheel bearing type of noise). Had my L322 for 3yrs now (89000 on clock when bought now 117000) lovely car and as you say its a joy to drive.
@danl55922 жыл бұрын
I have had a 2006 RR Sports HSE Diesal 3 year's now. Had the problem air suspension changed to coil and spring. Had the transmission rebuild and new torque converter etc. Had wishbones done. Had the door activators replaced. Had it wrapped in Matt Nardo Grey. Had two NEW battery's in 3 year's. Mmm still love but also bought a Mazda 3 as back up for when it's being repaired 😂👍
@tompearson72782 жыл бұрын
I thought that I saw your Land Rover at Wendover Woods - I can see myself arrive in the red car at the end of your clip! Lovely little drive up to the car park, would be great to do a little hill climb up there!
@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
Haha, no way. Next time say hi!
@doug58532 жыл бұрын
Have a Freelander 2, got most of the mechanical issues sorted but it's the little things that piss you off...sensors, electrical faults, windows sticking etc.
@MePeterNicholls2 жыл бұрын
17:00 sounds like a wheel balancing issue, but check that the wheel bolts are torqued to spec.
@jameswingrove74212 жыл бұрын
What was it that led you to buying the cheapest one you could find out of curiosity?
@ehsank56752 жыл бұрын
I’m a young guy but even ik you deserve way more subscribers 100k this time next year easily 🤝
@coderider30222 жыл бұрын
So in summary if you commute to work and don’t have flexibility, a few breakdowns or potential breakdowns aren’t worth the hassle?
@tim1king2 жыл бұрын
What a machine! Another great video
@itsjoel2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim !
@Retired-Tom2 жыл бұрын
I always wanted one, so scratched the itch. One owner low mileage, full history. I had it for a year. Cost was about £1000 a month to run. Fuel, insurance and constant break downs. I bought a cheaper old car as a spare for when it was waiting repairs. Eventually sold it and bought something reliable.
@MuscleBandit Жыл бұрын
These are the comments I was waiting to read. Everyone chimes on about how great they are and how they had few issues and drove around Europe but that's just the lucky few I reckon! Cheers.
@danielbentley81032 жыл бұрын
I had an l322 4.4 v8 petrol 2006. I'm gonna buy a 12 plate diesel next. Love them. Great all rounder car.
@rodbridgman78732 жыл бұрын
I bought an L322 2003 4.4 v8 Vogue 6 months ago...I do all the work on it myself. Currently welding up the rear jacking points for the MOT...I do blame yourself and Matt from High Peak entirely... 😉 it is a great car though... 😀
@AdrianPayne12 жыл бұрын
You said you’re doing an off road course using your own vehicle, where is this. I’ve been looking for somewhere myself?
@AndyK.12 жыл бұрын
I think you should test drive an early RR sport supercharged or V8 D. I think it would suit your lifestyle better.
@supercrazysane2 жыл бұрын
See if you can get a go in a new Defender,, ideally a something like Defender X 3ltr Petrol mild hybrid ( the low D250 engines underperform) I’ve had Range Rovers and now the Defender, due to its utility styling it wins for me. Pricy things and Def X models hard to come by but it would make for a good video/comparison to your current experience 🙏
@sgilbert1012 жыл бұрын
Forget the Range the root beer on your wrist is class 👌🏻
@jamesmacdonald30902 жыл бұрын
I have to agree that the L322 has a soft spot in my fleet for the reasons you list. I like the fact that there is no urgency when driving... a bit like my old Veedub camper, you just waft about, actually the Veedub was just very slooowwwww! I tend to drive slower in the RR to make the journey last longer! I do think you might have overpaid for a lemon and buying any old RR without some prior knowledge or an enthusiast on call was a risky thing which you are now paying for plus the "specialist" garage tag is a bit of a lucky dip, far better info and real World knowledge on the forums... Fullfat and Landyowner are brill! Your wobble at speed and knock sounds like a failing inner tie rod or steering box if everything else has been sorted? I personally find the L322 cheaper to run than my other cars, parts are cheap, easy to replace DIY and mine on lpg does equivalent of mid 30 mpg... got it on disability so tax and toll free. Only big costs are doubling up on fluid quantities for servicing and how fast it comes around every 6k miles... have had mine for about 3 years now, other than a £40 driver's door switch pack failing and a £20 gearbox solenoid to cure limp mode, it has served me well, although prices are rising for these old buses I won't be selling mine any time soon... what would I replace it with? Don't like the facelift cars as they are too fusy on the front and the L405 is a tarts handbag which slots in with the "full circle" Chelsea tractor image... Evoque, Velar and 'ickle SUVs with big boy badges on the front, as High Peak says.... buy a Ford Kuga! I have a P38 and tempted to get another Classic before the prices get stupid, they are different enough to justify owning three.
@martincarrascoso10532 жыл бұрын
I like your watch. I’m guessing its an omega, just like james bond, range river, omega, and this year apparently a nokia phone. What’s the omega model tho? I did like it I’m surprised
@colecole53142 жыл бұрын
Joel please read this message; I work for a LR specialist in the south west and the one thing I recommend you to get done is an auto gearbox ‘megaflush’. Basically a gearbox oil change
@robholland64602 жыл бұрын
Which one?
@colecole53142 жыл бұрын
@@robholland6460 which specialist?
@BC18782 жыл бұрын
I love the look of these cars and everyone aspires to own a Range Rover but the cost of the repairs and the big chances of the car needed them, I couldn’t justify it. I’d more likely go for a Japanese 4x4 like a Toyota or a Mitsubishi. I already have one money draining crack addiction in the football team that I follow, they drain enough of my money and infuriate me to the point I feel like I need real crack to calm down so I don’t think I’ll take the plunge on a Range Rover any time soon. I’ll stick with my hybrid for now 🤣. Great vid as usual, Joel.
@JavierCR252 жыл бұрын
Holy crap 2k for a RR that explains a lot 😂😂😂. You’re being honest and that’s awesome. I’ve had my RRS for 4 months and it’s been smooth and I love the car.
@megapangolin10932 жыл бұрын
Joel, really interesting and great video. I can't believe how unreliable the RR is, it is incredible to learn just what people will put up with to look down on other drivers! My 20 yr old Puma (owned from new) has just had a petrol pump fitted and that is it, in 20 years, nothing else, just service, tyres and exhaust plus one battery. It goes like a train too, perfect for fast B roads and the like, plus 40mpg. SO- which to choose as a daily driver? Hmmm....
@georgedoorley56282 жыл бұрын
brother had one for a short while in 2010 ..........said it was nice to drive but a lorry would return better diesel milage ...........and the road tax here would bring tears to your eyes .............
@paulclarke8260 Жыл бұрын
I've got a 2001 Puma, great drivers car, the only problem I have is keeping the rust at bay, I'm sure Ford left mine out in the rain before they painted it......
@carlosb62052 жыл бұрын
Those early L322's are just hard to find in well kept proper running condition, so any one you buy, will be a pocket killer. The Jag engine ones are the true sweet spot. The 5.0 ones from 2010-2012, those are also tons of give and take with engine and looks. I love mine. 2088 4.4 HSE.
@jon81crowe2 жыл бұрын
2088, quite a new one then 😳😂
@greenbunnyinabongo72998 ай бұрын
Blokes come back from the future!
@Silv3rfox Жыл бұрын
Nice video mate , I got 1 question if you can help a mate of mine has a Mercedes from 2009 2010 e class 2.2 diesel and he paid on his insurance 700 to 800 a year plus 28 monthly road tax an he’s at his 40’s no with no incidents !
@marknorton59512 жыл бұрын
Large cars depreciate for a reason and that is the cost of maintenance going forwards. A £2000 RR will still have the maintenance costs of a £60000 car. You swap purchasing costs for maintenance costs. Anyone who spends £2000 on an RR and doesn’t expect to spend £5000 a year on maintenance is deluding themselves. That’s why the car only costs £2000…
@shanesc22912 жыл бұрын
I love your videos you deserve more subs and to be noticed more
@a320nick2 жыл бұрын
Amazingly accurate and truthful analysis. A brilliant video!!👍 Sorry for the thread creep but I am on the verge of getting a Freelander, last of the range, diesel. SD4.🙄 You'd 'sooner go bust than give up the car...............'? That's dedication!! 18 MPG - ? It's a very tough life. I couldn't handle that in a world of 70 MPG with Diesel at £1.58/litre if you're lucky. Sorry, I loved your video but 18mpg has just now knocked me out if the ball park. By the way, for a Rangey, that's very good MPG! "Today, there was a sudden sharp unseasonal increase in Approved Used Range Rovers Sales figures!" (I want to marry a girl whose dad owns a fuel refinery.)
@andrewfitzmaurice78432 жыл бұрын
This is exactly how I felt about my 2010 Discovery 4, even though it cost a fortune with repairs and road tax. Having decided I would keep it until it went spectacularly wrong, about two months ago I broke my addiction and sold it. I was so sad to see it go and miss it, but the time was right. Good luck with your addiction!!
@williamoakes6642 жыл бұрын
My brothers just snapped it’s crank 😬🤦🏼♂️….£10k for a replacement engine….you have to love it as to get your money back you’ll need to run them till the wheels fall off 😂 I don’t see it myself (love of flash Land Rover models)….costs just outweigh the benefits. Stick to defenders for 4x4’s, at least their basic nature means the only thing you really have to concern yourself with is rust
@kristoffersmith82892 жыл бұрын
Funny listening to you Poms whinge about road tax... would coat you £1000 a year in Sweden!!
@williamlewis8741 Жыл бұрын
Sir Joel, i'm a p38 owner. it's my wish and hope to be a L322 owner soon. I'm in France, but would be gladly purchase a car from Britain. i've not sorted out how to do the paper work. i hope to purchase a 2004 to 2006 model based on my current budget. so do you think that a L322 V8 TD is ok or something else ? cheers
@mishalchotai47212 жыл бұрын
It would be great to see you and Matt (high peek) do a video together.
@Ashleyenglish242 жыл бұрын
Going to collect my 05 4.4 V8 tomorrow ! Very excited ! Love the videos ! This one has a lpg conversion so hoping it all works ! £1400 as accident damaged door !
@d.andrew4115 Жыл бұрын
And how was the 1st year with the car. Any issues? How js the lpg usage?
@Ashleyenglish24 Жыл бұрын
@@d.andrew4115 hey, so a lot happened ! Got there and it was running okay but a little knocks on bushes etc knocked down to £1300 paid left fuled up at around £145 at the time and drove 220 miles home it went into transmission failsafe mode. This locks the car if 4th gear ⚙️ preventing damage as it was detecting a fault. 1 gearbox service later and new oil etc filled it sort of went away but came back every now and again. Then one day boom locked into 4th never to come back out ! I was busy with other things and left it a while but last year around October we tried changing an actuator which cycles each time you start the car. It was seized and causing the fault £80 for second hand one and about 15 mins to fit when car was up in the ramp . Then in it went for new spark plugs as it had since developed a misfire. Plugs were helicoiled in and needed re seating as it was badly done. Whilst that happened two second hand door same colour and trim were swapped in. Sweet all done ready to go but oops the brake line burst in the garage 😝 no time to sort so was in the garage for about 6 weeks then replace lines and hoses front to back. Lpg system was serviced and fixed as that was also intermittent the fault was a relay £25 for a new one. So all in so far with bits servicing etc (was a few other bits done like tyres wishbones bearings etc) I now have a fully working Range Rover on LPG and it’s cost me £2400 including buying the car. I recently compleated a trip over 500 miles no faults and it cost me two tanks of LPG at £47 ish per tank so less than £90. Considering the same trip was completed a month earlier in a 1l Aygo (which was really uncomfortable noisy and rattlly) and put around £60-£65 of petrol in it I think the Range Rover on lpg is a good option. The car seems to have been relatively well looked after the lpg system is good the cam chain rails have been replaced recently . Now it’s not perfect it needs some more bits doing but if you have time and patience I’d say it’s a good buy.
@bwj2922 жыл бұрын
Boring question Joel, but what do you do in terms of insurance and NCD for 4 cars?