Land Rover Range Rover 1981
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. Good examples with service history around - check the free ad papers. Ideal workhorse or off-roader. Highly customisable.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Endless supply of cheap 3rd party parts and spares. Endless supply of petrol also required - had one run of 5mpg! - 12-15mpg on average. Easy DIY.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Heavy body means bodyroll, permanent 4x4 gives excellent traction though.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Best off road, totally unstoppable. V8 smooth with plenty of performance add-ons available.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Better than people make out. Starts first time every time.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No Defender but has definite on-road presence.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Security? What security? Attractive to thieves.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems, V8 is bullet proof.

    Other

    Air con pump camshaft broke.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes