Land Rover Freelander Station Wagon 1.8 XEi Anniversary 50 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Paid £24,000; after 4.5 years, probably worth £8000.
Costs
You would think that at this cost you would get reliability.
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On the road
Driving
Good, comfortable driving position. Particularly for a small woman.
Performance
1.8 underpowered and very thirsty. Wish for a diesel.
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Living with it
Reliability
It keeps going, but only just.
Image
It looks good.
Comfort
Very comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Had to purchase new zappers.
Service
Not very good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Head gasket failed at 50,000 miles.
Other
Power steering hose leak. Susp links, prop bearings twice, locking wheel nut tool broke, radio display.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No