10-12k L322? worth a look?
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Hello folks.
The Ml is on its way. In the next couple of weeks or so I'm tempted to spend 10k ish on a L322 range rover, either diesel or lpg. Is this an achievable target for something reliable? Well......as reliable as one could be?
Your expert views appreciated...
Or should I get a new shape ml/x5/q7...etc etc..
The Ml is on its way. In the next couple of weeks or so I'm tempted to spend 10k ish on a L322 range rover, either diesel or lpg. Is this an achievable target for something reliable? Well......as reliable as one could be?
Your expert views appreciated...
Or should I get a new shape ml/x5/q7...etc etc..
I've recently bought a 10K L322 - a 2007 4.4 (Jag engine) petrol Vogue SE. Quite a rare model as evrrybody went for the 4.2 Supercharged which was released at the same time. The classifieds are full of them.
130,000 miles but in excellent condition and full Main Dealer service history. 2006/7 saw the inside given a lot of new toys. There were cheaper but this ticked all the boxes; right age, right colour, good history, fully loaded.
From what I've been reading, the pre 2006 petrol units were BMW and the consensus seems to be that these take to LPG conversions better than the Jag powered ones.
I've never owned one before but now I'm hooked; when it comes to changing cars we'll get another in a heartbeat, there's nothing like it.
130,000 miles but in excellent condition and full Main Dealer service history. 2006/7 saw the inside given a lot of new toys. There were cheaper but this ticked all the boxes; right age, right colour, good history, fully loaded.
From what I've been reading, the pre 2006 petrol units were BMW and the consensus seems to be that these take to LPG conversions better than the Jag powered ones.
I've never owned one before but now I'm hooked; when it comes to changing cars we'll get another in a heartbeat, there's nothing like it.
I'm on my second L322.
My first was a BMW 4.4 V8 and my second is a 4.2 SC.
Your budget will get you the facelifted model with the 4.4 Jaguar engine. They're generally considered a better purchase than the BMW unit, although the latter is more common for LPG conversions. However, I know of a few people with LPG-conveerted Jaguar models with no issues.
As above, rust on the upper tailgate and rear wheel arches should be inspected carefully. Smooth gearbox operation is also important. Beyond that, check everything works and do the usual checks for leaks and anything not working as it should. The Jaguar engine is considered to be the more reliable unit, too.
Find a good specialist for servicing as that keeps costs down. V8's aren't terribly costly to run and aren't as bad on fuel as you'd think.
These are highly addictive cars to own.
My first was a BMW 4.4 V8 and my second is a 4.2 SC.
Your budget will get you the facelifted model with the 4.4 Jaguar engine. They're generally considered a better purchase than the BMW unit, although the latter is more common for LPG conversions. However, I know of a few people with LPG-conveerted Jaguar models with no issues.
As above, rust on the upper tailgate and rear wheel arches should be inspected carefully. Smooth gearbox operation is also important. Beyond that, check everything works and do the usual checks for leaks and anything not working as it should. The Jaguar engine is considered to be the more reliable unit, too.
Find a good specialist for servicing as that keeps costs down. V8's aren't terribly costly to run and aren't as bad on fuel as you'd think.
These are highly addictive cars to own.
The FFRR is a great site, I've found it invaluable so far.
As mentioned above, the V8s aren't too bad on a run. Last week the trip computer was showing an average of 24.7 MPG and that was at 75-80mph for long stretches. Around town it's a different story but it's such a nice place to be you don't really care.
You can see so much further ahead your driving style changes; you can anticipate more and plan accordingly. You don't get dazzled at night as you're above the throw of oncoming headlights. It's wonderfully comfortable and the best bit is that it's a hugely capable vehicle that you can turn up anywhere in.
Personally I would be looking at a facelifted 2006/7 model with the newer interior at the very least. This might help:
http://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/post189410.html#189...
As mentioned above, the V8s aren't too bad on a run. Last week the trip computer was showing an average of 24.7 MPG and that was at 75-80mph for long stretches. Around town it's a different story but it's such a nice place to be you don't really care.
You can see so much further ahead your driving style changes; you can anticipate more and plan accordingly. You don't get dazzled at night as you're above the throw of oncoming headlights. It's wonderfully comfortable and the best bit is that it's a hugely capable vehicle that you can turn up anywhere in.
Personally I would be looking at a facelifted 2006/7 model with the newer interior at the very least. This might help:
http://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/post189410.html#189...
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