Land Rover Range Rover 3.9 EFi Vogue 4d Auto (1991/H) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I don't think you can get more car for your money 2nd hand. Plenty of choice so search well for a bargain - lots of hopefuls looking for serious money. Don't bother with anything without LPG - its the only way to make running costs sensible.
Costs
18mpg isn't great, but reasonable if you have LPG. Parts prices are variable, some bits are pennies, some thousands and you can never predict. Strong enthusiast following- 2nd hand spares are plentiful.
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On the road
Driving
Rangies are a bit strange - sports cars they aren't, but once you get used to the strangeness, they are pretty astounding. The ride is VERY comfortable, and the handling, for an offroader, pretty inspiring on tarmac, and astounding off-road!
Performance
On road, its no sportscar but as a big exec it goes and handles well - and LPG doesn't knock too much of the edge of. Off road, they are simply peerless
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Living with it
Reliability
I don't expect it to be sealed for life like a VW, but even so they do need a fair bit of fettling - major bits are pretty durable though, and they can be pretty good if given enough attention.
Image
Classic look is a bit 'tired' and sometimes a bit clichéd now, but it's still a 'universal vehicle' that doesn't look out of place at the opera, or in a barn or dragging a trailer load of rubble!
Comfort
Brilliant upright driving position, with great visibility and plenty of appointments. Back seats are a bit cramped for long journeys though - for a big car it has about as much rear seat passenger space as a small family saloon like an escort!
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Security and Service
Security
If the tail gate locks....... it isn't that brilliant!
Service
I don't use franchise dealers! I cant afford the labour or the parts prices!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Very sweet.
Other
Steering, suspension and axles all have or will need attention - par for the course for a car of this type and age. Easily fixed though, and not too expensive using 2nd hand parts where costs prohibit.
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