Range Rover Sport TD V6 2005

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I had a look at the spec, reliability etc when looking for a "new" 4x4. It's mainly bush wear on these, and suspension, plus the usual stuff. I think the belt needs changed at around 100k , not sure in years though, but it's been done. As you probably know I bought Ewans old one, but slightly bigger, it's a great piece of kit.
 
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The reliability record of these JLR products is not good, certain operations require the body off, that said I'd have one, preferably an SVR!
 
GeoffCapes

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Google air conditioning issues. Then you'll see why they're cheap.
And in the summer spot the number of RR's with the windows open rather than with the air con on.
 
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I like them but both Range Rovers I owned were rubbish with all sorts of faults and build quality issues. I know of someone with a mint one, owned from new that is currently having the chassis dropped to change the alternator. Madness. I think it's a lot of car for your money but have your eyes open and your wallet ready because chances are, you'll need it!
 
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Well at least they have progressed. My Evoque has been spot on for 18 months. Nothing.
 
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Slightly off topic but my old school friend called around in his brand new delivery mileage Range Rover Autobiography last night.
It has everything complete luxury.
Even the back seats are fully electric, reclining, heated, adjustable lumbar etc.
However a bit much the rear centre armrest folds down electrically, even to expose the drinks holder in the same armrest, is electric!
The tech though, at night, you can drive on full beam and with an approaching car the lights adapt so the approaching car is masked, but still full beam on your side of the road. Very clever, and that is just one example.
Over 100 grand mind.
 
Andyk

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Thanks for the feedback....Sounds like it may be worth given these early cars a wide berth.
 
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A RR Sport of this age is not a Range Rover its a Discovery 3 a RR of this age is a totally different vehicle.

The Disco 3 chassis is quite good and it doesn't tend to have the same issues that the full fat RR has. Quality control improved massively when Jaguar took over circa 08 so I would always go for something from then on, earlier cars can be prone to issues. Also bigger wheels just causes more suspension & bush issues so stay away from them. The V6 diesel is a good engine it takes miles really well but turbos tend to only lass 70-80k most with higher mileages will have had them done but check history.

As a car they are great, they go anywhere, they are quicker than you think and are really comfortable. You can load them up with just about anything and the diesel isn't too thirsty but it win't do 40 mpg.

I love my full fat RR and my 09 version is streets ahead of the earlier 03 version I had. In fact other than a few bushes in the suspension it has been near faultless, I have even lost money on the 2 year warranty I put on it when I bought it. If you want one buy a later model especially if you can get a full fat RR with the 8 speed box and V8 diesel
 
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Andyk

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Thanks Andy...Was waiting for you to come along as I know you know these well. Great balanced reply...Thanks.
 
philw696

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My last one in New Zealand which was an 08 Vogue V8 petrol was bullet proof.
Drove the whole of NZ in it both islands no issues what so ever even with temps of 37°C aircon and cooling seats worked a treat.
Agree Jaguars involvement made a better product.
I would have another for sure.
 
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I’ve not had an RR Sport, but the RR Supercharged that Allan had off me served brilliantly for my 9 years of ownership. And my new Autobiography is awesome. Not cheap mind (at £113k), but fantastic. Our Evoque is now 3 years old and is still yet to put a foot wrong. So overall, from my 10 years experience of RR ownership I’ve only got good things to say. And it goes without saying that the build quality, parts availability, back up, etc, put a certain Italian car maker to shame.
 
Andyk

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Thanks all.....sounds like if I go for one it needs to be 2008 or newer. Shame as the blue one posted looks lovely......a nice change from the drug dealer blacks that most seem to be.
 
philw696

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Andyk said:
Thanks all.....sounds like if I go for one it needs to be 2008 or newer. Shame as the blue one posted looks lovely......a nice change from the drug dealer blacks that most seem to be.
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It certainly looked nice in the pictures mate.
My only concerns with a 4x4 is seeing a towbar and what has it been pulling ?
Unless the history is impeccable and evidence of transmission service be careful.
I prefer to fit my own towbar.
Still plenty of Good ones out there.
Does the wife not like the Kia ?
When I had my Ford Ranger Ms French thought it was nice but when I bought the Vogue I couldn't get it off her as she Loved it.
 
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Beware of the 3.0 Diesel engine in all newer Land Rover products until late 2014 I believe it was. Google crank shaft failure, its not too common but still £20K+ of work.

I was looking at buying a late 3.0d 2012 sport but changed my mind due to the above, only due to the fact I had a full fat Range Rover for 8 years and fancied a change, but I absolutely loved it.
Now looking for a last of the run L322 4.4TDV8 8 speed, if tempted Gary Elliot is the Dicky Grace of L322s & Disco 4s.

Let me know if you might fancy an L322 and I can tell you a bit more about them
 
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To be fair the 3.0 crankshaft woes and I have the same engine in my Jaguar XF are a bit like Porsche IMS and RMS.
It happens but a minority unlike Maserati variators.
 
Andyk

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philw696 said:
It certainly looked nice in the pictures mate.
My only concerns with a 4x4 is seeing a towbar and what has it been pulling ?
Unless the history is impeccable and evidence of transmission service be careful.
I prefer to fit my own towbar.
Still plenty of Good ones out there.
Does the wife not like the Kia ?
When I had my Ford Ranger Ms French thought it was nice but when I bought the Vogue I couldn't get it off her as she Loved it.
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Thanks Phil....She has a Nissan Qashqai. Yes she likes it but just seen the prices of these and I think she would like these more. Plus I wouldn't mind swapping with her for the commut a few times a week to keep the miles down on mine.
 
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Andyk said:
Thanks Phil....She has a Nissan Qashqi. Yes she likes it but just seen the prices of these and I think she would like these more. Plus I wouldn't mind swapping with her for the commut a few times a week to keep the miles down on mine.
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A Good idea Andy and they are a nice place to be on a long journey plus they have the advantage of being robust.
The only car I have not felt guilty of putting an engine or gearbox in the back off.
I just hope your not thinking of joining the Caravan Club mate ???
 
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