Buying 200k Range Rover...

So buying a Rover Range Rover 4.4 V8 2003 thats been converted to lpg for dirt cheap. But its done 200k, is that too much for the engine?

100k is too much for the M62.

but the ZF5hp24 is your biggest concern.

I'd watch it if i were you, a dirt cheap L322 will drain you dry..

Welcome

Suppose it depends on a load of things really.
If it’s been well maintained, then modern engines can last well, if it’s got that far surely it’s been looked after and is a good 1.
Gearbox’s seem to be more of a concern these days

If it’s cheap and you are prepared for perhaps a disaster, and can handle your own spanner’s might be a good punt.
If it’s going to be a daily driver and you rely on a garage, then it could get awfully expensive in a hurry.

Loads more advice to follow I am sure.

At the end of the day it’s your risk.

J

Oh and Welcome

cheers the advice from both.

yeah I plan to maintain the sucker myself. spoke with the dealer, says it has full service history. Ill go see it sunday and see whats what. I realised its the same V8 from the BMW m5 and x5. So I assume the same issues apply.

The cars about 3k. I'll check how much a new box is.

edit: quick google, 200-300quid for refurbished autobox.

mgrover said:

cheers the advice from both.

yeah I plan to maintain the sucker myself. spoke with the dealer, says it has full service history. Ill go see it sunday and see whats what. I realised its the same V8 from the BMW m5 and x5. So I assume the same issues apply.

The cars about 3k. I'll check how much a new box is.

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A recon box is around 3k.

I wouldn't If i were you,

I'd save and buy a 2006+ Jag powered L322.

I'll go see it but from comments on this its going to have to be a pass.

Is it in Manchester? And blue?

J

maybe it is

Anyway maybe take a look in Liverpool then it has already had gearbox done
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-Ran...965652?hash=item48cfcd06d4:g:MGAAAOSwwptdSItJ
Only down side, it’s on springs.

Keep looking loads around and from what I have just seen £3k is not cheap these days for this car.

Trick is to not rush in loads out there, good luck in your search

J

marjon said:

Anyway maybe take a look in Liverpool then it has already had gearbox done
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-Ran...965652?hash=item48cfcd06d4:g:MGAAAOSwwptdSItJ
Only down side, it’s on springs.

Keep looking loads around and from what I have just seen £3k is not cheap these days for this car.

Trick is to not rush in loads out there, good luck in your search

J

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what a find, but aren't springs way more reliable than the air suspension since thats defo going to break on me?

Yes, but the purist/enthusiast of us will laugh at it.
Again it’s the luxury of the RR ride. if the system is maintained and understood it’s great.

If you drive both you will understand

Sorry but that one has a bit of bling on it too, not my taste but reversible as is the spring conversion, for less than the gearbox for sure.

As I said look around don’t rush in. Also consider the difference between private seller and dealer and price mark up.

I only looked cos you said cheap and I wasn’t up on prices.

J

marjon said:

Yes, but the purist/enthusiast of us will laugh at it.
Again it’s the luxury of the RR ride. if the system is maintained and understood it’s great.

If you drive both you will understand

Sorry but that one has a bit of bling on it too, not my taste but reversible as is the spring conversion, for less than the gearbox for sure.

As I said look around don’t rush in. Also consider the difference between private seller and dealer and price mark up.

I only looked cos you said cheap and I wasn’t up on prices.

J

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Yeah I've never been in an air suspension car before This will be my first range rover. Am kinda confused tbh, the gearbox costs 2500 so they sell for 2500? Or is it just the way with things.

High maintenance,
Bit like a good lady in your life

Although not all ladies cost money, more the attention side of things if that makes sense.

J

We say don't buy springs purely becoz they handle like a Grandma in a wardrobe when not on air.

Not heard that one before

Henry_b said:

handle like a Grandma in a wardrobe when not on air

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But I will trust you on your description no details needed thanks

J

You can buy mine for 200k

Welcome to the forum
Good luck with the search and keep us posted

taking into acc you guys advice, think ill see if i can view, its 2006 so shouldnt have the bmw engine

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2006-Ran...rcharged-with-BRC-LPG-conversion/123877571910

few issues here and there and i'll take an obd scanner to see what engine lights about. any comments?

edit: plus the insurance is like a grand cheaper for me at 1.8k

marjon said:

Yes, but the purist/enthusiast of us will laugh at it.
J

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