tolli Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 the wife and I had our first child about three weeks ago and now I need a bigger automobile. I am considering a 03' Range Rover with only 45k miles that has been dealer serviced. Does anyone on the board have experience with LRs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playerpro153 Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 You better keep a good inventory of spart parts for that thing. They break down frequently. -experience Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angrish Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Buy american. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 the wife and I had our first child about three weeks ago and now I need a bigger automobile. I am considering a 03' Range Rover with only 45k miles that has been dealer serviced. Does anyone on the board have experience with LRs?Congrats on the kid, don't buy a Land Rover. I've known a few people to have them, including family, and all of them have had problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleCock Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 my girl's dad used to have a land rover. he bought it with around 25k miles and had tons of problems with it...he dumped it after 2 years and it had less than 40k at that point. be prepared to pay plenty of $$$ for labor/parts if you do have problems. good luck suv hunting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 I like my Jeep. It gets decent gas mileage for being an SUV (17-18ish mpg). Very comfortable. Will go anywhere. Handles excellent in the snow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Ditch the LR's, pieces of crap for the most part..step-father used to work at MAG and they had a LR dealer right next door. said they always had problems, even with the fairly new ones.I'm half tempted to get a Jeep too. But they (well i want a wrangler) seem overpriced kinda. hold their value like crazy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremygsxr Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 I recommend jeep highly. Myself and three friends have jeeps, 3 cherokees and 1 liberty. None have had any major problems, unless from abuse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r6allstar Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Jeep or Toyota.. prefer Jeep just b/c it is American made and you have a lifetime warranty! I absolutely loved my Wrangler and the new Liberty look pretty sick too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 I have an 04 Grand Cherokee. I love that thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tolli Posted March 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 I like my Jeep. It gets decent gas mileage for being an SUV (17-18ish mpg). Very comfortable. Will go anywhere. Handles excellent in the snow.i own a '00 wrangler and I love it! by far the most dependable truck I've ever owned. Not long after buying it I removed the back seat and installed a half top so I could haul my mtn. bike, kayak, snowboard, etc. Now I need something with enough room for me and wife, the kid, the kid's stuff and a couple of dogs. The wife wants something more 'refined' and I think the RR's aesthetics are second to none.I've read that LRs are maintenance nightmares, but after a couple of test drives, i'm smitten by its looks and ride quality. (the air suspension is niiice) I know a Toyota would be the best buy, but I think they look so "blah". If I had my way, I'd replace the Wrangler with a Defender 90. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixxie750 Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 DONT EVER GET A LR! I had 1 for 4 months and went through $1000 in parts and was a pain! I also have had allot of jeeps and they are really reliable! I have had 4 jeeps now and only have had to put$ in mods lol. The range rover cost way too much anyway! You could prob get 2 Jeeps for the same price! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerocrash Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Another + for Jeeps. I've had 2 cherokees and currently have a 02 Wrangler and have never had any problems unless I created it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 what gas mileage are you guys getting with those wranglers 4/6cycle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benyen Soljax Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 youll be "smitten" with repair costs if you go ahead and follow your nose with the range rover from what it sounds like here. i dont really buy into that "buy american" stuff. i usually just buy reliable. i would look through consumer reports though. ive heard toyota has some QA problems with their larger truck-ish automobiles. dont know any specifics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 i have been looking at lexus rx300's lately and i have found some really nice ones. just my $.02 i know its not american but i really like the interior its comfy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerocrash Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 what gas mileage are you guys getting with those wranglers 4/6cycle?Mine is a 2002 Wrangler 6 cyl automatic and I get about 13-15 mpg, which sucks, but what do you expect when you have the aerodynamics of a box Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yotaman88210 Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 I love love love my Tacoma... loved my last one too. Look into a 4 runner. I have a 3.4l V6 5speed and I get about 15-18 mpg depending on how im driving it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Well I don't know if the people that owned land rover's on here bought used ones but I had one 4 years back and absolutely LOVED it!!! I never had one single issue with it but of course I bought it brand new. I don't know if things have changed but you only have to get it serviced every 12000 miles but those services are quite costly. some lady in a big ole van ran into me going 65mph and my LR saved my life!!!! I don't get into all that buy american crap b/c how much of the "american" cars are truly made here. I buy what is SAFE!!! My life is worth more to me than anything. Now about the service....I had issues with their customer service. They were extremely rude and MAG is the only dealership in central ohio. That is why I just purchased a Lexus RX 350 a couple of weeks ago. Now I'm not sure which one of the cars I love more. I also have owned a Navigator (I gave my exhusband that car/payment in the divorce settlement) but it drove like a big school bus. It could fit a whole tribe of children in it I'm sure (since u recently started a family). Anyway, I know you are probably attempting to save $$$$ with the new family and all but buying a "newer" car with a warranty with probably be your best bet....especially if you're looking for a high end car. That's the problem with lots of people. They buy the expensive cars for the status but really don't have the $$$ for upkeep. Luxury cars are not cheap...hence the term luxury!!! Go for the safety ratings!!! Hope some of this helped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Well I don't know if the people that owned land rover's on here bought used ones but I had one 4 years back and absolutely LOVED it!!! I never had one single issue with it but of course I bought it brand new. I don't know if things have changed but you only have to get it serviced every 12000 miles but those services are quite costly. some lady in a big ole van ran into me going 65mph and my LR saved my life!!!! I don't get into all that buy american crap b/c how much of the "american" cars are truly made here. I buy what is SAFE!!! My life is worth more to me than anything. Now about the service....I had issues with their customer service. They were extremely rude and MAG is the only dealership in central ohio. That is why I just purchased a Lexus RX 350 a couple of weeks ago. Now I'm not sure which one of the cars I love more. I also have owned a Navigator (I gave my exhusband that car/payment in the divorce settlement) but it drove like a big school bus. It could fit a whole tribe of children in it I'm sure (since u recently started a family). Anyway, I know you are probably attempting to save $$$$ with the new family and all but buying a "newer" car with a warranty with probably be your best bet....especially if you're looking for a high end car. That's the problem with lots of people. They buy the expensive cars for the status but really don't have the $$$ for upkeep. Luxury cars are not cheap...hence the term luxury!!! Go for the safety ratings!!! Hope some of this helped.Yes the guys at MAG are complete assholes. I wouldnt recommend ANYONE buy from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tolli Posted March 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Anyway, I know you are probably attempting to save $$$$ with the new family and all but buying a "newer" car with a warranty with probably be your best bet....especially if you're looking for a high end car. That's the problem with lots of people. They buy the expensive cars for the status but really don't have the $$$ for upkeep. Luxury cars are not cheap...hence the term luxury!!! Go for the safety ratings!!! Hope some of this helped.well...I am not going to buy a brand new or "newer" car because cars depreciate very rapidly. We are going to pay cash because a car loan is bad debt IMO. So, my ability to afford upkeep isn't an issue. As far as 'status', there are other aspects of my life that speak for themselves. I don't need constant endorsement from whatever car i choose to drive. If i could, i would continue to drive my rock-solid, 9 year old Wrangler. But a noisy ride and lack of A/C aren't ideal for a baby.The particular rover i wanted had low miles (~10k/year) and complete service records. With proper maintenance (which i do myself whenever possible), a modern car SHOULD last a very long time. From what I've read here and other boards, that is not the case with rovers, so I probably won't get one.Most SUVs look too much like lifted cars. I value the "utility" aspect of SUVs. I want big and boxy with some off-road capabilities. I think I'm going to give the Jeep Commander a closer look. Thanks to you all for your input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted March 9, 2008 Report Share Posted March 9, 2008 If you can do all the maintenance that's great. I am a single woman who NEEDS a reliable car with a warranty. I lease all my vehicles so I don't really get to concerned with all the depreciation. Anyhoo, hope u enjoy ur car what ever one you get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fusion Posted March 11, 2008 Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 SUVs are nice to have, but even with 2 kids we found it to be about a waste. There are plenty of cars with decent room, AWD drive and definitely handle/ride better.http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/03/worst_cars.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dweezel Posted March 11, 2008 Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 wow, anyone read that list? HELLO CAPT OBVIOUS! a Jeep Wrangler doesn't ride like a $400k dollar lexus? no shit?!A Hummer gives poor gas milage? really you don't say, oh and it lack in acceleration? wow, I'm amazed!An Aveo got poor accleeration reviews? What morons, that list should read "11 cars and their obvious-as-the-nose-on-your-face quirks".I ignore all "poor fit and finish" reviews on the interiors, these magazine editors expect every car to have $4 million hand-built Maybach quality interior. If I'm interested in something I'll go look at it, and check the internet for quality reviews from actual owners. Mags are so full of BS it's amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fusion Posted March 11, 2008 Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 wow, anyone read that list? HELLO CAPT OBVIOUS! a Jeep Wrangler doesn't ride like a $400k dollar lexus? no shit?!A Hummer gives poor gas milage? really you don't say, oh and it lack in acceleration? wow, I'm amazed!An Aveo got poor accleeration reviews? What morons, that list should read "11 cars and their obvious-as-the-nose-on-your-face quirks".I ignore all "poor fit and finish" reviews on the interiors, these magazine editors expect every car to have $4 million hand-built Maybach quality interior. If I'm interested in something I'll go look at it, and check the internet for quality reviews from actual owners. Mags are so full of BS it's amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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