Land Rover Range Rover 1981
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to buy and many to choose from so be very picky!

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Very, very expensive to maintain. Petrol is NOT the major cost, but repairs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Drives fantastically if it works. Like an armchair with a commanding driving position.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    3.9 is pretty fast and more than enough power for the car.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Highly unreliable. Had mine for 1.5 years and spent about £8k on essential repairs including a new 4.6 engine as old one (76k) died.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Always makes an impression in car park - especially if muddy.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very comfortable - high speed only nice with anti-roll bars.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have alarm and immobiliser fitted for peace of mind.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Only went to so called 'specialist' who contributed to engine's early demise. Only go to real enhusiast's garage!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Where shall I start - everything + new, faulty engine.

    Other

    One can never be sure to get anywhere without anything going wrong!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes