335,000 miles. That was the odometer reading on my ‘07 L322 Supercharged (US spec) when I sold it a couple of years ago. It ran wonderfully and didn’t need anything. I purchased it with 280,000 miles and she was a wonderful car. Plenty of room in the boot for the Great Dane, lots of power and incredibly comfortable, with true class. Thanks for a great video Iain!
I have just changed a waterpump on my L322 4.2 SC, givenry green in colour. It has been a fantastic 5 years and I am looking forward to more. I have done quite a bit, I suspect it would have been more expensive if I took it to a garage but the service people in my rural Zululand town in South Africa aren't keen, as a result I do everything myself. Changed radiator, control arms, serviced engine and gearbox, I got it at 200 000kms, it now has 390 000kms. I am going to a million😂. It is a good car, well made. It has battle scars but after a good wash it looks very good. Keep it up.
190000km in 5 years? Respect. And our roads in rural/inland KZN really do test our vehicles, so that Range Rover of yours must be the perfect all rounder.
I have an L322 2002 v8 petrrol with the "BMW gremlins" . I purchased it with no service history and errors on the dash galore . It was fixed with Ian's o ring in the air suspension and has been close to trouble free for over 2 years. It has done 225k KMS. I am in Australia so the car is completely rust free. Fantastic car to drive - love it !
I've used this exact phrase to describe my experience with my 06 RRSC! 165,000 Canadian miles (Canadian miles are longer since the roads are paved with salt...) and only the parking sensors and rear window washer pump are not operating. As an owner of a '95 Classic SWB the quality of the 06 vehicle staggers me.
Had this on while preparing dinner. My wife has worked for JLR in one form or another for 20 years. Such a relaxing man to listen to and learn something at the same time. Cheers mate 👍
I have also been following Harry's garage and Jeremy Clarkson's L322 so it was good to see another professional endorsing this slightly older Land Rover. We sold our old TD5 (which was brilliant by the way) a couple of years back thinking that was the end of our 4 x 4 needs but soon after we needed to tow a 2.2 ton boat so we looked at these 'later' Land Rovers. In the end (and quite by chance) someone offered us a Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 diesel which was dirt cheap. Since then we have been driving the Santa Fe here, there and everywhere, sometimes covering 500 miles per day and guess what, everything works, it starts on the button and it returns 40mpg. On a recent return trip from Cornwall we were cruising back along the M4 when we hit traffic. After a while we passed a Land Rover broken down on the outside lane - I think that says it all. I am expecting this Hyundai to dutifully do its job forever despite its recorded 144k miles. If only LR could make their vehicles more reliable. I won't buy another one... Land Rover that is 🙂
The SantaFes do indeed have a good reputation, but I consider the foibles and glitches worth putting up with, because IMHO the L322 has spades of character. But I’m sure the Hyundai is in some ways the better car
Hope your Hyundai performs better than the petrol version- you would be better off with a calendar to record time taken to 60mph rather than a stopwatch - I would also not even think about towing a 2.2 ton boat. I would certainly prefer the Range Rover
On my second L322, first supercharged now TDV8, both fantastic cars, both surprisingly reliable. Nothing eats miles like the l322 long distance. I miss my supercharged. They’re nowhere as good value in Australia though, but still worth the price of admission in my mind.
Lots of L322 youtube content these days... Range Rovers have always aged well, (design wise that is), but the L322 is probably the best looking of them all, especially the first 3 versions. Hard to believe its been over 2 decades since this model first came out.
Worked with cars nearly as long as you Ian, but my best day at work was the Range Rover L322 launch event and Lake Garuda. Landrover in partnership with BMW did a great job on this one!
no they arent you cant fit small rim & big tyres to them is all 19" steelies minumum garbage. If it cant fit 16 or at the very least 17s over its brakes it will never be a gpod offroader period
While working through an agency doing truck driving jobs I got persuaded to do some chauffeuring for one of the agency top brass, mainly in a V8 Autobiography model. I affectionately named it, the works van…. Although he also used a Bentley and other exotics, the van was both his and my apparatus of choice!❤
I have exactly the same L322 supercharged in black. Keep the oil changed and generally look after it, and it will be absolutely fine for many miles. I’ve used mine as a daily driver for many years and apart from the fuel costs, it has been surprisingly cost effective. It would have to be something pretty special to get me to swap it. Happy motoring!
Had a 2009 4.2 supercharged back in 2014/2015. Traded it in for a pickup teuxk to tow our camping trailer, but I missed the l322 so much I just picked up a 2012 5.0 supercharged. Such a great ride! Just smittin with the L322
Got one last year after my Jag with this same engine was a little past it at 160k miles (sills needed replacing). Best purchase I’ve ever made since my S1 Lotus Elise which I’ve had for well over 20 years now. I’m in love with it 👍
I have the same car, but on givenry green. It now has 370 000kms only recently I had a big issue, transmission oil cooler. Since I live in rural Zululand in South Africa, no one wanted to touch it. I did it myself. I have changed radiator, some door cables, changed ignition stuff and do the servicing myself. I am not even a mechanic! I love it, it drinks petrol like crazy but we choose it again and again. I tow a lot of people who get stuck in the mud around the wetlands I live in. I enjoy it!
Love it! I just the timing chain on my 5.0sc here in johannesburg… now that that’s out the way I’m looking forward to many adventures to Moz and Namibia
I've got an 07 4.2 SC (also in not-so-rare black of course)... I continue to be amazed at just how competent it is, from daily driver to towing heavy loads, and drinking lots of fuel! It's so impressive I'm being incredibly committed/silly and allowing it one big bill a year. Suspension in year 1, rear arches in year 2. I suspect it might be gearbox this year as it's just started hinting at being a bit odd. Still worth every penny invested.
I bought one of these when it was 18 months old - was a lovely thing, went very well - supercharger whine always brought a smile to my face. I had the airpump replaced under warranty for the suspension and it was pretty much bullet proof afterwards. I used to daily mine into London - 9mpg! had it for a year and moved it on, lost a tonne of money - but didn't regret a penny!
You are such class Iain. I had been looking to get into an L322 and Harry/ Jeremy sold it to me. What a vehicle - so happy with my TDv8. Even happier to know you have one too!
Beauty with Power........if only it was available here in Australia. I own the L320 Sport and it's TDV6 does not come close to delivering the horses of your supercharged V8, but the V6 still has some get up and go. Mine is sitting on 20" rims with tires with a 40" profile giving it a more sporty look, def not really the ideal tires for off road,. With paintwork in Buckingham Blue (that can look black in some lighting) it looks in showroom condition due to my very deep wallet as I am a fastidious owner. You have a keeper there and so you should be very proud of your L322. Those who have not driven a Range Rover do not understand the "command seating" position and once they do they suddenly realise what all the fuss is about. Simply Magnificent.....
I had the exact same truck, except mine was all white interior. The nicest riding car I've ever driven. Sorting the air suspension is always a challenge, but they are a dream when it works.
The L322 is a wonderful vehicle! I read about many problems with them, but it seems that people buy them cheap, and run them without any servicing, then complain about problems, mine is a diesel V8 and here in the South of France I get over 30 MPG from it, due I am sure to temperature and a total lack of traffic, but they are very relaxing to drive, and I think re much better in many ways than the later models due to the later complex electronics, as for the radio/TV/DvD I have never turned mine on in 5 years as I really enjoy the total silence. Chris B.
My old man had one of these.. He religiously had it maintained by the dealership ((who's name is eponymous with that of a pink fleshed, often smoked fish)) And they rewarded him by overcharging for absolutely worthless service. Among other things they powerwashed the car "to return it in top condition", which resulted in damaged seals, multiple lights getting absolutely fogged up and finally failing... And they also managed to (as Ian mentioned was a riisk) more or less soak the electronics in the "left rear pillar". Giving the car an never ending row of electrical gremlins.. And other small things like if they broke a clip or fastener they more often than not """fixed it""" using gaffer tape... So the car was full of the stuff...That car was an absolute mess...Very much thanks to the dealer
A lovely car, I had one of these. Iain, not sure if your VIN L322 is subject to the Technical Service Bulletin like mine was. The wiring circuit for the supercharger cooling circuit water pump. From the factory, these were wired up with the wrong polarity! There wasn’t a recall, but LR would correct if the customer brought it in for attention following a “Reduced performance” warning. On a 35C day towing my 3T caravan, I got this warning. Anyway, it’s easy to DIY fix by simply reversing polarity on the pump wiring. Check online for the TSB and the VIN range affected before they figured out they could fix it on the production line. Good luck with your L322.
Great video, so nice to hear a positive report on a Range Rover instead of all the JLR bashing you get from other U tubers most of whom have never even owned one.
I have a Java Black 53 plate so the earlier version with the M62 BMW V8. Only done 70K and like yourself can’t bring myself to part with it as it owes me nothing and as I use it so rarely it’s 0 depreciation. All the points you made, air suspension, ZF box overhaul, stereo etc but I’ve spent so little on it it’s actually part of me having owned 18 years . They’re just an awesome car and with so many breaking for spares now a doddle to maintain. Yay for L322s an appreciating classic along with my trio of Rover P6s.
Oh! That was such a joy to see! It took me back to my G Reg Range Rover Original shape one! When the Engine got shall we say a bit long in the teeth! I went to Overfinch and got the 4.9 L engine put in it with suspension upgrades but kept it looking stock! I used to have some fun following Audi 2seater Sports cars and they could not believe this was keeping up with it and had a fantastic time driving down to France whilst bedding the Engine in and talking to the guys back at Overfinch! Such that ever hour roughly I would increase the revs by 500! Lets just say I went right through the rev range and it did a great top speed on a French Auto route back in the late 90'S 🤪😮🤭
The L322 is peak Range Rover, in my opinion. Very very good looking and luxurious, but still utilitarian. I share similar sentiments about my 2010 LR4 (Disco4) 5.0L. It's the perfect daily driver for me and there are really no modern alternatives. The Defender would be the closest thing I suppose, but it doesn't have the fishbowl visibility nor the folding rear tailgate. Anyway, I think this generation of Land Rover - Range or Disco - are modern classics and deserve to be preserved!
Couldn’t agree with you more. Also 2010 Disco 4 owner but the 2.7 diesel. 305k trouble free. I’m keeping an eye out for clean lowish k 5 litre - which will be a unicorn here in Australia.
It is great to own a car you like and are excited about. To me it seems to get harder nowadays with the focus shifting to electronic gadgets away from mechanical driving characteristics.
I've had 2 of these in period from new, and a 3rd currently. I have the currentl Range Rover also, L322 is still my favorite. I have the 5.0L supercharged, it's really fast even by modern standards.
I changed from a 2007 4.2 Supercharged L322 to a 2012 5.0 Supercharged L322 and the whine from the supercharger on the 2012 it totally missing. I was quite gutted that there's not much sign the newer one is supercharged other then the performance 😀 It's nice to see the L322 getting the praise it deserves finally.
I bought my 5.0 knowing that it needed the chains doing. I did the chains, guides, tensioners and VVT variators, rebuilt the supercharger, and replaced a load of the plastic parts of the cooling system all at the same time. I’ve done 6000 miles since and the car hasn’t missed a beat. Overall, the 4.2 is the more reliable engine but the 5.0 is much more powerful and quite a bit more efficient/economical. A good 5.0 that’s been well sorted is a good car. The only thing I don’t like about the 5.0 is they never fitted an oil pressure switch which makes me nervous. 😂
Brilliant love it Iain!! it was only a matter of time before we had the pleasure of your L322 SC on TCW. Most of us are accused of some kind of 'Stockholm Syndrome' when it comes to our love for our Range Rovers but I don't care, I simply do not care lol. I've had enough of them now to appreciate how good they are ( provided you've not bought an abused example...). Genuinely none of mine have ever let me down and I've always serviced regularly as per my LR specialists recommendations. Of course there are 'issues' and 'gremlins' from time to time, it is a car and stuff does fail mostly electrical as you point out. Its very important to buy one that's been well looked after. Deferred maintenance and owners who don't care for them will be a problem on any car..... particularly on Range Rovers, I'd conceed that! :) Like you I will never be without my L320 2010 RRS SC, its NOT going anywhere either Iain. Mine is immaculate and I intend to keep it this way. Its the most comfortable car I own and I prefer to drive it over many other exotics I have. I can assure you the 5.0L V8 Supercharged is more than enough and provides all the performance you'll ever need from a Range Rover. With the adaptive suspension and Brembo brakes these cars really hustle along and handle very well. Of course they are not sports cars but this is the car I choose to do long drives in ... they are simply sublime.
Hi Iain, all the best. I do also love these. I drove past your shop in my little Land Rover yesterday on my way to the Chocks Away diner. It was lovely to see it in the real world.
@@iain_tyrrell Definitely! The UK roads are atrocious right now. I can understand a private stretch like the one on the way to your building being less than perfect, but the general state of the roads in England and Wales is worse than I've ever seen it. I thought the US Midwest was bad when I lived there, but the UK is now right up there. Thanks for the reply.
I've got a 60 plate Autobiography 4.2, one previous owner with all the extras including leather headling and wooden steering wheel (which I love). Now done 135k with no major issues at all, but you have to look after them. Got a queue of people wanting to buy it! PS the 5.0. are all petrol and ULEZ compliant which is one reason why they hold their value. A local dealer sold one recently for £25k with 50k and FSH.
I wasn't expecting something this modern, but great to see, in terms of the information system, doesn't the Jagdroid I think it's called fit onto these if it does could be an option
@iain_tyrrell I heard James on Jayemmoncars comment about while reviewing old Jaguars, and people have had it done, it gives an extra degree of interaction with it I'm pretty sure you can hook a phone onto it to play music and use the phones sat nav
I’m old fashioned and do not require my conveyance to be a rolling computer. So a CD player is more than adequate while I’m out and about. A Harmon Kardon, cranked loud during a night drive is, I expect, hard to beat (Bose is more my level). I do confess to a navigational weakness, and the modern SatNav systems on many cars are a godsend. I’m sure you’re right that if you can connect your phone, a world of capabilities open up. But there is something very special about not being “always on”, which I think is going to be extraordinarily valued from time to time in the not so distant future.
As a recent owner, bought 2011 HSE in 2022, my latest big “bill” was air suspension going… I needed full front assembly, new valve leveling block, rears was just airbags… but also needed leveling block, new tank, new compressor… oh right plus a sensor
Man like you looks good in the L322, I had two of these, one the early BMW engine version and also a last year non blown v8, lovely cars to drive, I now have a p38 and I love it also, overall after 9 Rovers new and used I love these vehicles
been driving l322's for 15 years. basically, i need one for its practicality, and usefulness. but i often ask myself, if it disappeared, what car would i get after.. the answer is... another l322. there is no better car. some say they break down a lot. but there are a lot of them out there, so numbers might suggest they do... but its a thing that all cars do eventually. presently, there are a wealth of spare parts available to maintain these beasts very prudently. unlike many Japanese impersonations.
You'll appreciate this Iain . As soon as you started waxing lyricals ,Paul Simon and "Book end's " came to mind "Old Friends" ......l'd love one but it's just too big to sit on my 1960's driveway ! Thankyou lain
Lovely video Iain! I've owned several and make a business out of vintage Land Rover restoration in Montana. No doubt the 5.0L is in fact superior with respect to power and very slightly on economy, however in terms of mechanical reliability, the AJV8 in 4.4, or 4.2 Supercharged form as yours is, is far superior to the 5.0 with near zero timing chain/tensioner issues etc. I'd love to see you do a video on the classic Defender 90/110!! Thank you again Iain!
Thanks. Didn’t realise the 5.0 timing chains were more fragile. You’d have thought JLR would have learnt after the plastic failures in the first AJ V8 engines
One of the best cars ever made. I have 250,000miles on my L322 4.2 S/C. It's needed nothing aside from the usual servicing. Also incredibly capable off the black stuff. A fine choice Iain!
@Digweed53 well... Clarkson, Harry, and Iain would disagree ;-) Might not be for everyone, but they really are great cars. The good ones don't often get sold though.
Can someone help me: I have a problem with my L322 4.2 2006 which, as it turns out, has affected many owners around the world but no one has found a solution. I'm talking about the harsh ride, as if the air suspension has turned off and is not working. The car drives as if on overinflated tires, feels every small cracks on the road, every bump, but at the same time it drives through sleeping policemens absolutely normally (at low speed). There are no errors in the system (there was one C1A07-62, but it was corrected by replacing the wiring on the height sensor), all the silent blocks and bushes are new and original, as are the shock absorbers, tires and everything that is possible. I found many topics on English, American and Russian forums with this problem that lead nowhere. If you understand what I mean or somehow solved it (it all started with the first cold weather in November, some also write that the suspension becomes soft again in wet weather, but it doesn’t affect me in any way) - write here. I know there are many of us! *Very reliable - they said...Not at all.
Mine has this issue though I haven't diagnosed the issue yet. I think it has to do with the coils in the air struts being worn but that's just a guess.
Ive had two L322 3.6tdv8s both great vehicles have been toying with getting a latter model l322 4.4 tdv8 through a petrol one would be nice also. Currently have a Discovery 1 V8 for that burble you need in life.
Great video. Fabulous cars, I've had my L322 for 7 years and it's a real pleasure to drive and own. Best family car I've ever owned and hopefully I'll have it for many more years.
I never quite got along with an L322, just a bit too much BMW for my liking. The Classic and my current P38, however, brilliant cars, even though they're not exactly trouble-free. I was slightly surprised at your comment about the ride quality of a P38, I doubt it'd have been crashing over that road. Unless it has some overly stiff dampers (or, heaven forbid, a coil conversion), that greatly affects them. A quick note on the air suspension pump failure as well. Generally those pumps fail because they're overworked, and that's because of leaks in the system. Air suspension has a lot of rubber components, and just like tyres and seals they wear out after a while and start leaking. When a pump fails, it's generally a good idea to have a good look at the rest of the system before just throwing in a new pump (or repairing it).
Got a 4.4 n/a jag motor and love the smoothness. it’s in Zambezi silver with the navy trim so it’s pretty understated. Even now it’s got a nice feel good factor about it. Was thinking of following Harry’s guidance and go the 20 and Pirelli Verde route. Currently still on stock 19s with Wildpeak ATs
Great handling cars as long as you set up the weight transfer before entering a corner.. i have owned 2, a 4.4 Petrol for 15 years and now a 2002 petrol Vogue 480 by Overfinch... love the boxy design, great visibility and hence easy parking .. my favourite Rangie
This along with the Land Rover Disco3/LR3. After owning an LR3 for the last ten years I've just done regular maintenance and the only major expense was an air suspension rebuild. Great vehicles and the fear factor around them makes it affordable.
And being my very own experience also. 2010 Disco 4 2.7 now @ 305 km. Treating her to new rotors and pads all round this week . 2nd compressor but other than that regular maintenance & strictly 5000k oil changes 10/40 Magnatech. Australia
Great video, have the same car, but in Buckingham blue, it’s got a misted rear light, slight rust on one arch but still solid and scratches and currently a rumble that sound like wheel bearing but garage don’t think it is, still a great car and for its size and weight not bad on fuel especially on long runs. And same as you said if looked after are actually reliable, worse iv had was a seized rear caliper and £80 later and two new rear ones and couple of hours of my time it was sorted. Great cars and even though the 3.6 is better on fuel it has much more to go wrong so I think long term more expensive than the v8 petrols.
Agree with everything you have said….and mine is a daily drive, agricultural TD6, 0-60 in 6mins!….with 214k……and I love it! If/when I upgrade it will be a petrol version to try something different. Mine is serviced a few times a year, all fluids are changed regularly and gearbox serviced annually. Plenty of things still break, I just get them fixed. Hope to see more videos around the L322.
Lovely, featuring one of your own treasures. With this 3rd gen L R did bring back the legendary appearance since it just had vanished too much with the P38A really; the latter looked really bland and anonymous. I remember the L322 very well but have never had the experience being in one or even driving it. The later L405 and newest L460 do look magnificent I have to say, however yes their sizes are quite meaty, be it rather disguised by their design. The L322 of all the more modern iterations actually has stayed more genuine in the spirit of the original as launched in 1970. In that it isn't a surprise perhaps that they are still well being fancied. Wonderful car and the V8 does sound glorious 💓
I replaced this Wabco piston ring of my 3.7L V8 Audi A8 myself with one that I ordered from the UK and after that is was perfect, even better than before!
I absolutely loved my 2006 RR. I paid $21k usd in 2014 for a one owner with 42k miles. Absolutely loved all its quirks especially the ignition on the lower center console
I'm close to pull the trigger on a L405 but now I am hesitant. The L322 is maybe the more sensible choice. I'm from continental Europe and the used car prices are no way near as low as in UK so you can pay 20k EUR or more for a later L322.
I own a 2003 L322,US version.I have had this RR for 20 years.Its had its moments but I love this vehicle.RR has 155k on odometer.I had chain guides replaced at 150k. If one cares for mechanics, car will last.
Vogue SE, iirc. Very nice car. The owner of by far the largest house in our medieval Kent village owned a green top spec L322, which was succeeded by a dark blue L405 (which looked exceptional). The house just appeared in the Sunday Times yesterday at £3.5M or similar. I think of those top spec cars as “To the manor born” & softly spoken titles. All others, cash is required.
The L322 is a wonderful vehicle and well worth getting if you are a car enthusiast. Personally I'd always go for naturally aspirated engine, but I concede that the supercharged ones are a lot of fun.
Had a Tonga Green 4.2 Supercherged, hard not to speak about the fuel economy (in the city, I'm in Milano, sometimes was cheaper to pay for a taxi to pick up kids at school instead of using the L322), but other than that I can say one of the best family cars i ever owned... A 4x4 Rolls Royce ready to bring you everywhere...
I have had a 1998 4.0 P38 autobiography for 20 years, bought second hand for £10k, love it, pulled caravans, trailers, carried 4 kids and dog, used to transport furniture and also rubble to the tip. Now have a L322 4.4 TDI v8 as well, which is brilliant, but noticeably bigger around tight English country roads and a lot more complex to work on for the DIY home mechanic, but offers a brilliant all round compromise and does 30 + on a motorway. Buy the car you love and just fix it when it breaks, someone once said…. Couldn’t agree more.
Love these, but not brave enough to take one on myself. Seriously contemplated it a few years ago when we needed a tow car, but chickened out and bought an XC90 instead (we didn't need the off-road ability). I do find myself admiring them when I see them about though. Lovely things.
They're great. Just be aware for the timing chain guides if they haven't been upgraded. Very regular oil changes is the key to prolonging life it seems.
Iain, no disrespect but try a magic sponge JML thing on the steering wheel, gets rid of the shiny leather, worked a treat on my 2008 XC90. Weird but works. I did watch and learn from your RR brillo pad apprenticeship lesson.
Like l322 and have owned a couple in the past, but im currently looking at l405 due to im looking to get one to last me a long time, and will be my primary transport bar my van. But am considering other options as well.
Everyone I know who has owned a RR/LR had big and expensive problems with it. We once had a few lined up at work and none of them sat level as they all had leaking air suspension. It looked pretty funny. The V8 engine is probably more reliable than the others.
It's a great car that'll take you far on or off road Reliable and cheap depending on how much fuel you load It's a luxury ride on a minimal body roll vibe It's pretty swift and at the price it's a gift A car that is hard to resist Cheers Iain
Harry has it.
Jeremy has it.
Iain has it.
Must be good!
Could we all be wrong?? 😂
It’s unlikely!! 😄
or in other words, deep pockets required
I’m sure that Rowan Atkinson has one too - obviously Jay Leno must have one. He has one of each car ever produced.
Even better. After the next Range Rover came out. The Queen kept driving his L322...enough said. L322 is a legend.
335,000 miles. That was the odometer reading on my ‘07 L322 Supercharged (US spec) when I sold it a couple of years ago. It ran wonderfully and didn’t need anything. I purchased it with 280,000 miles and she was a wonderful car. Plenty of room in the boot for the Great Dane, lots of power and incredibly comfortable, with true class. Thanks for a great video Iain!
Did you ever have to rebuild the transmission, or did the ZF 6HP26 last with just services to 335k!? Maybe a prior own had?
@@MrXerxes Full service history. No replacement or rebuild, lots of servicing.
I have just changed a waterpump on my L322 4.2 SC, givenry green in colour. It has been a fantastic 5 years and I am looking forward to more. I have done quite a bit, I suspect it would have been more expensive if I took it to a garage but the service people in my rural Zululand town in South Africa aren't keen, as a result I do everything myself. Changed radiator, control arms, serviced engine and gearbox, I got it at 200 000kms, it now has 390 000kms. I am going to a million😂. It is a good car, well made. It has battle scars but after a good wash it looks very good. Keep it up.
190000km in 5 years? Respect. And our roads in rural/inland KZN really do test our vehicles, so that Range Rover of yours must be the perfect all rounder.
I have an L322 2002 v8 petrrol with the "BMW gremlins" . I purchased it with no service history and errors on the dash galore . It was fixed with Ian's o ring in the air suspension and has been close to trouble free for over 2 years. It has done 225k KMS. I am in Australia so the car is completely rust free. Fantastic car to drive - love it !
“There’s a load of things that don’t work, but a whole lot that does!” Priceless!
I've used this exact phrase to describe my experience with my 06 RRSC! 165,000 Canadian miles (Canadian miles are longer since the roads are paved with salt...) and only the parking sensors and rear window washer pump are not operating. As an owner of a '95 Classic SWB the quality of the 06 vehicle staggers me.
Love the L322. Done over 144k miles in mine. Over 100k by me. A TDV8, it's a keeper. Should do well over 200k miles easily.
I reckon so!
I agree ,I have same and should do over 200,000 miles.Spent a lot at 100,000 on suspension and air bag replacement .
@@davidedge2189 Not bad for four times around the planet though.
Had this on while preparing dinner. My wife has worked for JLR in one form or another for 20 years. Such a relaxing man to listen to and learn something at the same time. Cheers mate 👍
Mr Tyrrell. Pure Class. Wonderful presenter,,
I have also been following Harry's garage and Jeremy Clarkson's L322 so it was good to see another professional endorsing this slightly older Land Rover. We sold our old TD5 (which was brilliant by the way) a couple of years back thinking that was the end of our 4 x 4 needs but soon after we needed to tow a 2.2 ton boat so we looked at these 'later' Land Rovers. In the end (and quite by chance) someone offered us a Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 diesel which was dirt cheap. Since then we have been driving the Santa Fe here, there and everywhere, sometimes covering 500 miles per day and guess what, everything works, it starts on the button and it returns 40mpg. On a recent return trip from Cornwall we were cruising back along the M4 when we hit traffic. After a while we passed a Land Rover broken down on the outside lane - I think that says it all. I am expecting this Hyundai to dutifully do its job forever despite its recorded 144k miles. If only LR could make their vehicles more reliable. I won't buy another one... Land Rover that is 🙂
The SantaFes do indeed have a good reputation, but I consider the foibles and glitches worth putting up with, because IMHO the L322 has spades of character. But I’m sure the Hyundai is in some ways the better car
Hope your Hyundai performs better than the petrol version- you would be better off with a calendar to record time taken to 60mph rather than a stopwatch - I would also not even think about towing a 2.2 ton boat. I would certainly prefer the Range Rover
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The Santa Fe isn't even rated to two 1 ton in the US, let alone a 2+ ton boat on a trailer!
Tomorrow I take delivery of a 2012 5L Supercharged with only 38k miles… I can not wait.
Enjoy!
I am in Toronto too. I have a 2010 Autobiography!
I had a 2006 Supercharged L322. It was great looking, reliable, comfortable and quick. Loved it
L322 blooming wonderful. Best RR ever. Which is why Tyrrell, Clarkson and Harry all have one.
On my second L322, first supercharged now TDV8, both fantastic cars, both surprisingly reliable. Nothing eats miles like the l322 long distance. I miss my supercharged.
They’re nowhere as good value in Australia though, but still worth the price of admission in my mind.
Lots of L322 youtube content these days... Range Rovers have always aged well, (design wise that is), but the L322 is probably the best looking of them all, especially the first 3 versions. Hard to believe its been over 2 decades since this model first came out.
Worked with cars nearly as long as you Ian, but my best day at work was the Range Rover L322 launch event and Lake Garuda. Landrover in partnership with BMW did a great job on this one!
Sounds perfect!
Cayennes with diff lock and low range options are actually really good off road.
no they arent you cant fit small rim & big tyres to them is all 19" steelies minumum garbage. If it cant fit 16 or at the very least 17s over its brakes it will never be a gpod offroader period
@@bigduphusaj162your opinion isn’t valid yank
@@bigduphusaj162 I'm afraid You're spot on with that one.
Iain hit a nerve there!
@@bigduphusaj162 I didn't know this about the Cayenne, thanks for sharing
Ah. These ‘Royal’ Range Rovers. They are lovely. And as always a wealth of delicious detail and information courtesy Iain Tyrrell. Thank you!
While working through an agency doing truck driving jobs I got persuaded to do some chauffeuring for one of the agency top brass, mainly in a V8 Autobiography model.
I affectionately named it, the works van….
Although he also used a Bentley and other exotics, the van was both his and my apparatus of choice!❤
I have exactly the same L322 supercharged in black. Keep the oil changed and generally look after it, and it will be absolutely fine for many miles. I’ve used mine as a daily driver for many years and apart from the fuel costs, it has been surprisingly cost effective. It would have to be something pretty special to get me to swap it. Happy motoring!
Had a 2009 4.2 supercharged back in 2014/2015. Traded it in for a pickup teuxk to tow our camping trailer, but I missed the l322 so much I just picked up a 2012 5.0 supercharged. Such a great ride! Just smittin with the L322
Got one last year after my Jag with this same engine was a little past it at 160k miles (sills needed replacing). Best purchase I’ve ever made since my S1 Lotus Elise which I’ve had for well over 20 years now. I’m in love with it 👍
I have the same car, but on givenry green. It now has 370 000kms only recently I had a big issue, transmission oil cooler. Since I live in rural Zululand in South Africa, no one wanted to touch it. I did it myself. I have changed radiator, some door cables, changed ignition stuff and do the servicing myself. I am not even a mechanic! I love it, it drinks petrol like crazy but we choose it again and again. I tow a lot of people who get stuck in the mud around the wetlands I live in. I enjoy it!
Good work!
Love it! I just the timing chain on my 5.0sc here in johannesburg… now that that’s out the way I’m looking forward to many adventures to Moz and Namibia
The best car I’ve ever owned, will never not have one
I've got an 07 4.2 SC (also in not-so-rare black of course)... I continue to be amazed at just how competent it is, from daily driver to towing heavy loads, and drinking lots of fuel! It's so impressive I'm being incredibly committed/silly and allowing it one big bill a year. Suspension in year 1, rear arches in year 2. I suspect it might be gearbox this year as it's just started hinting at being a bit odd. Still worth every penny invested.
Exactly- there are far more expensive hobbies!
I bought one of these when it was 18 months old - was a lovely thing, went very well - supercharger whine always brought a smile to my face. I had the airpump replaced under warranty for the suspension and it was pretty much bullet proof afterwards. I used to daily mine into London - 9mpg! had it for a year and moved it on, lost a tonne of money - but didn't regret a penny!
You are such class Iain.
I had been looking to get into an L322 and Harry/ Jeremy sold it to me.
What a vehicle - so happy with my TDv8.
Even happier to know you have one too!
Beauty with Power........if only it was available here in Australia. I own the L320 Sport and it's TDV6 does not come close to delivering the horses of your supercharged V8, but the V6 still has some get up and go. Mine is sitting on 20" rims with tires with a 40" profile giving it a more sporty look, def not really the ideal tires for off road,. With paintwork in Buckingham Blue (that can look black in some lighting) it looks in showroom condition due to my very deep wallet as I am a fastidious owner. You have a keeper there and so you should be very proud of your L322. Those who have not driven a Range Rover do not understand the "command seating" position and once they do they suddenly realise what all the fuss is about. Simply Magnificent.....
Thanks for that. Buckingham blue sounds lovely
I had the exact same truck, except mine was all white interior. The nicest riding car I've ever driven. Sorting the air suspension is always a challenge, but they are a dream when it works.
post 2010 facelift with the glass dashboard and 8 speed box is the one to get in 322’s
I think the Jag 4.2s are more reliable than the 5.0s. The 5.0s have the plastic chain guides that can disintegrate and grenade the engine.
The L322 is a wonderful vehicle! I read about many problems with them, but it seems that people buy them cheap, and run them without any servicing, then complain about problems, mine is a diesel V8 and here in the South of France I get over 30 MPG from it, due I am sure to temperature and a total lack of traffic, but they are very relaxing to drive, and I think re much better in many ways than the later models due to the later complex electronics, as for the radio/TV/DvD I have never turned mine on in 5 years as I really enjoy the total silence. Chris B.
I love my L322 - I'm on my second and I hope to keep it for many more years yet, just a brilliant vehicle!
You have some interesting bikes!
My old man had one of these.. He religiously had it maintained by the dealership ((who's name is eponymous with that of a pink fleshed, often smoked fish)) And they rewarded him by overcharging for absolutely worthless service. Among other things they powerwashed the car "to return it in top condition", which resulted in damaged seals, multiple lights getting absolutely fogged up and finally failing... And they also managed to (as Ian mentioned was a riisk) more or less soak the electronics in the "left rear pillar". Giving the car an never ending row of electrical gremlins.. And other small things like if they broke a clip or fastener they more often than not """fixed it""" using gaffer tape... So the car was full of the stuff...That car was an absolute mess...Very much thanks to the dealer
Oh dear- not good!
A lovely car, I had one of these. Iain, not sure if your VIN L322 is subject to the Technical Service Bulletin like mine was. The wiring circuit for the supercharger cooling circuit water pump. From the factory, these were wired up with the wrong polarity! There wasn’t a recall, but LR would correct if the customer brought it in for attention following a “Reduced performance” warning. On a 35C day towing my 3T caravan, I got this warning. Anyway, it’s easy to DIY fix by simply reversing polarity on the pump wiring. Check online for the TSB and the VIN range affected before they figured out they could fix it on the production line. Good luck with your L322.
Thanks- look into that
Great video, so nice to hear a positive report on a Range Rover instead of all the JLR bashing you get from other U tubers most of whom have never even owned one.
I have a DHSE P38. I love it. Great air suspension and sound system. Use it every day.
I have a Java Black 53 plate so the earlier version with the M62 BMW V8. Only done 70K and like yourself can’t bring myself to part with it as it owes me nothing and as I use it so rarely it’s 0 depreciation. All the points you made, air suspension, ZF box overhaul, stereo etc but I’ve spent so little on it it’s actually part of me having owned 18 years . They’re just an awesome car and with so many breaking for spares now a doddle to maintain. Yay for L322s an appreciating classic along with my trio of Rover P6s.
Oh! That was such a joy to see! It took me back to my G Reg Range Rover Original shape one! When the Engine got shall we say a bit long in the teeth! I went to Overfinch and got the 4.9 L engine put in it with suspension upgrades but kept it looking stock! I used to have some fun following Audi 2seater Sports cars and they could not believe this was keeping up with it and had a fantastic time driving down to France whilst bedding the Engine in and talking to the guys back at Overfinch! Such that ever hour roughly I would increase the revs by 500! Lets just say I went right through the rev range and it did a great top speed on a French Auto route back in the late 90'S 🤪😮🤭
The L322 is peak Range Rover, in my opinion. Very very good looking and luxurious, but still utilitarian. I share similar sentiments about my 2010 LR4 (Disco4) 5.0L. It's the perfect daily driver for me and there are really no modern alternatives. The Defender would be the closest thing I suppose, but it doesn't have the fishbowl visibility nor the folding rear tailgate. Anyway, I think this generation of Land Rover - Range or Disco - are modern classics and deserve to be preserved!
Couldn’t agree with you more. Also 2010 Disco 4 owner but the 2.7 diesel. 305k trouble free. I’m keeping an eye out for clean lowish k 5 litre - which will be a unicorn here in Australia.
It is great to own a car you like and are excited about. To me it seems to get harder nowadays with the focus shifting to electronic gadgets away from mechanical driving characteristics.
I've had 2 of these in period from new, and a 3rd currently. I have the currentl Range Rover also, L322 is still my favorite. I have the 5.0L supercharged, it's really fast even by modern standards.
Just picked up a 2011 5.0L SC for my first Rover. I love it!
I changed from a 2007 4.2 Supercharged L322 to a 2012 5.0 Supercharged L322 and the whine from the supercharger on the 2012 it totally missing. I was quite gutted that there's not much sign the newer one is supercharged other then the performance 😀 It's nice to see the L322 getting the praise it deserves finally.
How has reliability been on the 5.0 vs the 4.2?
I bought my 5.0 knowing that it needed the chains doing. I did the chains, guides, tensioners and VVT variators, rebuilt the supercharger, and replaced a load of the plastic parts of the cooling system all at the same time. I’ve done 6000 miles since and the car hasn’t missed a beat. Overall, the 4.2 is the more reliable engine but the 5.0 is much more powerful and quite a bit more efficient/economical. A good 5.0 that’s been well sorted is a good car. The only thing I don’t like about the 5.0 is they never fitted an oil pressure switch which makes me nervous. 😂
Brilliant love it Iain!! it was only a matter of time before we had the pleasure of your L322 SC on TCW. Most of us are accused of some kind of 'Stockholm Syndrome' when it comes to our love for our Range Rovers but I don't care, I simply do not care lol. I've had enough of them now to appreciate how good they are ( provided you've not bought an abused example...).
Genuinely none of mine have ever let me down and I've always serviced regularly as per my LR specialists recommendations. Of course there are 'issues' and 'gremlins' from time to time, it is a car and stuff does fail mostly electrical as you point out. Its very important to buy one that's been well looked after. Deferred maintenance and owners who don't care for them will be a problem on any car..... particularly on Range Rovers, I'd conceed that! :)
Like you I will never be without my L320 2010 RRS SC, its NOT going anywhere either Iain. Mine is immaculate and I intend to keep it this way. Its the most comfortable car I own and I prefer to drive it over many other exotics I have. I can assure you the 5.0L V8 Supercharged is more than enough and provides all the performance you'll ever need from a Range Rover. With the adaptive suspension and Brembo brakes these cars really hustle along and handle very well. Of course they are not sports cars but this is the car I choose to do long drives in ... they are simply sublime.
Great vid! With musical instruments (I'm a bass player if you ever need one) and cars: you play around the errors it has.
Hi Iain, all the best. I do also love these. I drove past your shop in my little Land Rover yesterday on my way to the Chocks Away diner. It was lovely to see it in the real world.
At least you had the right car for the test route!
@@iain_tyrrell Definitely! The UK roads are atrocious right now. I can understand a private stretch like the one on the way to your building being less than perfect, but the general state of the roads in England and Wales is worse than I've ever seen it. I thought the US Midwest was bad when I lived there, but the UK is now right up there. Thanks for the reply.
I have pretty much the exact same car, mine is an Overfinch and i absolutely love it.
I loathe modern SUVs with a passion ( A soft dash LWB Range Rover classic is a different story) but came here for Mr Tyrrell.
I've got a 60 plate Autobiography 4.2, one previous owner with all the extras including leather headling and wooden steering wheel (which I love). Now done 135k with no major issues at all, but you have to look after them. Got a queue of people wanting to buy it! PS the 5.0. are all petrol and ULEZ compliant which is one reason why they hold their value. A local dealer sold one recently for £25k with 50k and FSH.
I will get back to it Tyrrell, been a very heartfelt week or two.
I wasn't expecting something this modern, but great to see, in terms of the information system, doesn't the Jagdroid I think it's called fit onto these if it does could be an option
Not heard of that one! Will look it up
@iain_tyrrell I heard James on Jayemmoncars comment about while reviewing old Jaguars, and people have had it done, it gives an extra degree of interaction with it I'm pretty sure you can hook a phone onto it to play music and use the phones sat nav
I’m old fashioned and do not require my conveyance to be a rolling computer. So a CD player is more than adequate while I’m out and about.
A Harmon Kardon, cranked loud during a night drive is, I expect, hard to beat (Bose is more my level).
I do confess to a navigational weakness, and the modern SatNav systems on many cars are a godsend. I’m sure you’re right that if you can connect your phone, a world of capabilities open up.
But there is something very special about not being “always on”, which I think is going to be extraordinarily valued from time to time in the not so distant future.
As a recent owner, bought 2011 HSE in 2022, my latest big “bill” was air suspension going… I needed full front assembly, new valve leveling block, rears was just airbags… but also needed leveling block, new tank, new compressor… oh right plus a sensor
Very much enjoyed the video. I have a 2007 3.6 V8 with no audio visual or blue tooth any advise would be welcome.
Thanks. Take it to an automotive I C E specialist
Man like you looks good in the L322, I had two of these, one the early BMW engine version and also a last year non blown v8, lovely cars to drive, I now have a p38 and I love it also, overall after 9 Rovers new and used I love these vehicles
been driving l322's for 15 years. basically, i need one for its practicality, and usefulness. but i often ask myself, if it disappeared, what car would i get after.. the answer is... another l322. there is no better car. some say they break down a lot. but there are a lot of them out there, so numbers might suggest they do... but its a thing that all cars do eventually. presently, there are a wealth of spare parts available to maintain these beasts very prudently. unlike many Japanese impersonations.
You'll appreciate this Iain . As soon as you started waxing lyricals ,Paul Simon and "Book end's " came to mind "Old Friends" ......l'd love one but it's just too big to sit on my 1960's driveway ! Thankyou lain
I had an 07 L322 Vogue SE 3.6L and loved it I really miss it
Lovely video Iain! I've owned several and make a business out of vintage Land Rover restoration in Montana. No doubt the 5.0L is in fact superior with respect to power and very slightly on economy, however in terms of mechanical reliability, the AJV8 in 4.4, or 4.2 Supercharged form as yours is, is far superior to the 5.0 with near zero timing chain/tensioner issues etc. I'd love to see you do a video on the classic Defender 90/110!! Thank you again Iain!
Thanks. Didn’t realise the 5.0 timing chains were more fragile. You’d have thought JLR would have learnt after the plastic failures in the first AJ V8 engines
One of the best cars ever made. I have 250,000miles on my L322 4.2 S/C. It's needed nothing aside from the usual servicing.
Also incredibly capable off the black stuff.
A fine choice Iain!
Why thank you, and it seems you have impeccable taste too.
@Digweed53 well... Clarkson, Harry, and Iain would disagree ;-)
Might not be for everyone, but they really are great cars. The good ones don't often get sold though.
Can someone help me: I have a problem with my L322 4.2 2006 which, as it turns out, has affected many owners around the world but no one has found a solution. I'm talking about the harsh ride, as if the air suspension has turned off and is not working. The car drives as if on overinflated tires, feels every small cracks on the road, every bump, but at the same time it drives through sleeping policemens absolutely normally (at low speed). There are no errors in the system (there was one C1A07-62, but it was corrected by replacing the wiring on the height sensor), all the silent blocks and bushes are new and original, as are the shock absorbers, tires and everything that is possible. I found many topics on English, American and Russian forums with this problem that lead nowhere. If you understand what I mean or somehow solved it (it all started with the first cold weather in November, some also write that the suspension becomes soft again in wet weather, but it doesn’t affect me in any way) - write here. I know there are many of us!
*Very reliable - they said...Not at all.
Mine has this issue though I haven't diagnosed the issue yet. I think it has to do with the coils in the air struts being worn but that's just a guess.
Ive had two L322 3.6tdv8s both great vehicles have been toying with getting a latter model l322 4.4 tdv8 through a petrol one would be nice also. Currently have a Discovery 1 V8 for that burble you need in life.
Great video. Fabulous cars, I've had my L322 for 7 years and it's a real pleasure to drive and own. Best family car I've ever owned and hopefully I'll have it for many more years.
I never quite got along with an L322, just a bit too much BMW for my liking. The Classic and my current P38, however, brilliant cars, even though they're not exactly trouble-free.
I was slightly surprised at your comment about the ride quality of a P38, I doubt it'd have been crashing over that road. Unless it has some overly stiff dampers (or, heaven forbid, a coil conversion), that greatly affects them.
A quick note on the air suspension pump failure as well. Generally those pumps fail because they're overworked, and that's because of leaks in the system. Air suspension has a lot of rubber components, and just like tyres and seals they wear out after a while and start leaking. When a pump fails, it's generally a good idea to have a good look at the rest of the system before just throwing in a new pump (or repairing it).
Got a 4.4 n/a jag motor and love the smoothness. it’s in Zambezi silver with the navy trim so it’s pretty understated. Even now it’s got a nice feel good factor about it. Was thinking of following Harry’s guidance and go the 20 and Pirelli Verde route. Currently still on stock 19s with Wildpeak ATs
I do like those Range Rovers. Can't afford to run one, but I can admire them from afar.
Great handling cars as long as you set up the weight transfer before entering a corner.. i have owned 2, a 4.4 Petrol for 15 years and now a 2002 petrol Vogue 480 by Overfinch... love the boxy design, great visibility and hence easy parking .. my favourite Rangie
This along with the Land Rover Disco3/LR3. After owning an LR3 for the last ten years I've just done regular maintenance and the only major expense was an air suspension rebuild. Great vehicles and the fear factor around them makes it affordable.
And being my very own experience also. 2010 Disco 4 2.7 now @ 305 km. Treating her to new rotors and pads all round this week . 2nd compressor but other than that regular maintenance & strictly 5000k oil changes 10/40
Magnatech. Australia
@@jamesrebbechi5247 FYI you might want to spend the extra on OEM rotors. Worth the money to avoid warping in the future.
Half expecting Iain to belt out an Elvis number... "O lord you gave me a mountain this time" 😊
Next time….
@@iain_tyrrell haha, great videos thank you!
🎤 "You were always on my mind........." 🕺
Ian it’s not miles per gallon it smiles per mile
When I hear my V8 car make its noise I cannot but help smile
I just love it 😍
So true!
The best and most beautiful RR ever.
We love it.
Regards from Siberia.
Thanks- regards to Siberia too!
Great video, have the same car, but in Buckingham blue, it’s got a misted rear light, slight rust on one arch but still solid and scratches and currently a rumble that sound like wheel bearing but garage don’t think it is, still a great car and for its size and weight not bad on fuel especially on long runs.
And same as you said if looked after are actually reliable, worse iv had was a seized rear caliper and £80 later and two new rear ones and couple of hours of my time it was sorted.
Great cars and even though the 3.6 is better on fuel it has much more to go wrong so I think long term more expensive than the v8 petrols.
Agree with everything you have said….and mine is a daily drive, agricultural TD6, 0-60 in 6mins!….with 214k……and I love it! If/when I upgrade it will be a petrol version to try something different. Mine is serviced a few times a year, all fluids are changed regularly and gearbox serviced annually. Plenty of things still break, I just get them fixed. Hope to see more videos around the L322.
I love this newly coined Land Rover advert language: "There's a lot of things that don't work, but a lot of things that do!" Love it, Iain.
L322 is the facelift of L30 which was the first RR under BMW, body engineered by Karmann in Osnabruck.
Lovely, featuring one of your own treasures. With this 3rd gen L R did bring back the legendary appearance since it just had vanished too much with the P38A really; the latter looked really bland and anonymous. I remember the L322 very well but have never had the experience being in one or even driving it. The later L405 and newest L460 do look magnificent I have to say, however yes their sizes are quite meaty, be it rather disguised by their design. The L322 of all the more modern iterations actually has stayed more genuine in the spirit of the original as launched in 1970. In that it isn't a surprise perhaps that they are still well being fancied. Wonderful car and the V8 does sound glorious 💓
something completely different ... wonderful
I replaced this Wabco piston ring of my 3.7L V8 Audi A8 myself with one that I ordered from the UK and after that is was perfect, even better than before!
this was the last iteration of the best range rover ever
I absolutely loved my 2006 RR. I paid $21k usd in 2014 for a one owner with 42k miles. Absolutely loved all its quirks especially the ignition on the lower center console
I'm close to pull the trigger on a L405 but now I am hesitant. The L322 is maybe the more sensible choice. I'm from continental Europe and the used car prices are no way near as low as in UK so you can pay 20k EUR or more for a later L322.
I own a 2003 L322,US version.I have had this RR for 20 years.Its had its moments but I love this vehicle.RR has 155k on odometer.I had chain guides replaced at 150k. If one cares for mechanics, car will last.
I have a Java Black P38 for 7 years now. Fairly reliable vehicle.
Great and insightful video as always, sir!
Also, that L322 Range Rover featured in that video has a nice spec.^^
Vogue SE, iirc. Very nice car. The owner of by far the largest house in our medieval Kent village owned a green top spec L322, which was succeeded by a dark blue L405 (which looked exceptional). The house just appeared in the Sunday Times yesterday at £3.5M or similar. I think of those top spec cars as “To the manor born” & softly spoken titles.
All others, cash is required.
Thanks Ian, i am already looking to get a 4.4 L322 later this year or perhaps a 5.0 :)
The L322 is a wonderful vehicle and well worth getting if you are a car enthusiast. Personally I'd always go for naturally aspirated engine, but I concede that the supercharged ones are a lot of fun.
I have the 2006 4.4 L jaguar engine. I’d love this car that has 215,000 miles. Thanks Tyrell.
I have the same, 240k miles,Prinz LPG conversion was done at 50k and runs perfect giving 30+ mpg equivalent, Gen X insurance £460 fully comp.
Hello Iain. Really enjoyed your video tonight. Thanks
Thank you!
Fantastic. Very informative and not a lot of $$. Makes a refreshing change
Had a Tonga Green 4.2 Supercherged, hard not to speak about the fuel economy (in the city, I'm in Milano, sometimes was cheaper to pay for a taxi to pick up kids at school instead of using the L322), but other than that I can say one of the best family cars i ever owned... A 4x4 Rolls Royce ready to bring you everywhere...
Great video 👍🏾 I love my 1996 P38 4 litre, and have been looking at your model with intrigue.
I have had a 1998 4.0 P38 autobiography for 20 years, bought second hand for £10k, love it, pulled caravans, trailers, carried 4 kids and dog, used to transport furniture and also rubble to the tip.
Now have a L322 4.4 TDI v8 as well, which is brilliant, but noticeably bigger around tight English country roads and a lot more complex to work on for the DIY home mechanic, but offers a brilliant all round compromise and does 30 + on a motorway.
Buy the car you love and just fix it when it breaks, someone once said…. Couldn’t agree more.
Love these, but not brave enough to take one on myself. Seriously contemplated it a few years ago when we needed a tow car, but chickened out and bought an XC90 instead (we didn't need the off-road ability). I do find myself admiring them when I see them about though. Lovely things.
I've got a 2011 L322 with the 5.0L motor. It's a fantastic vehicle, epecially as a used car at $15K USD. I'm tempted to buy another, but a SC model.
They're great. Just be aware for the timing chain guides if they haven't been upgraded. Very regular oil changes is the key to prolonging life it seems.
Ian is the Bryan Ferry of RUclips car guys. Pure class!
As usual, a very informative and elegant presentation. I enjoyed it very much. You made eager to look for a similar one. Thank you very much.
Iain, no disrespect but try a magic sponge JML thing on the steering wheel, gets rid of the shiny leather, worked a treat on my 2008 XC90. Weird but works. I did watch and learn from your RR brillo pad apprenticeship lesson.
Thanks will try that
Good on ya! Great car. Im in the same boat - 06 4.2 SC. Great rigs they are!
An absolutely beautiful car, I just adore L322!
Wasn't expectin' that. I'll hum it, you sing it, Iain. Classy motor.
Like l322 and have owned a couple in the past, but im currently looking at l405 due to im looking to get one to last me a long time, and will be my primary transport bar my van. But am considering other options as well.
Everyone I know who has owned a RR/LR had big and expensive problems with it. We once had a few lined up at work and none of them sat level as they all had leaking air suspension. It looked pretty funny.
The V8 engine is probably more reliable than the others.
Yeah, personally I'll just stick to toyota
It's a great car that'll take you far on or off road Reliable and cheap depending on how much fuel you load It's a luxury ride on a minimal body roll vibe It's pretty swift and at the price it's a gift A car that is hard to resist Cheers Iain