Hello All,

I am a newbie here as I am only in the searching stage for a RRS.

I currently have a td6 L322, and a D2 TD5.

I am thinking of replacing the D2, and have seen a couple of RRS that are within my budget (almost nothing)

My L322 and D2 both have very high mileage (280000km and 325000km respectively) and both run perfectly.

So my question(s)...

Am i right in thinking that the RRS TdV6 2.7 will also manage as well as the L322 or D2 so long as well maintained?

I have seen one in particular not far from me. 180k km, and they want €10000. It is from 2006.

Is there any advice that you can give me of specific things to check?

I have the IID tool so can check for errors, but i am not a mechanic so any advice would be apreciated.

How reliable are the engine and gearbox on the 2.7?

Thanks

Nick

I would say the newer 3.0 SDV6 engine is the better one to go for.

Cannot confirm on reliability, how long is a length of string? as some run and run, and others have reported lots of problems.

Some of our more technically experienced members will be along to pass comment I'm sure. John

RRS MY12 SDV6 HSE. Sumatra Black/Ebony & Walnut + Dynamic Pack, + Cold Climate Pack + Memory Pack, Digital TV/DVD, Premium Leather, Cornering Lights, Cooler/Fridge Box, & most Options.

Things like timing belts and oil pumps need to be checked as they are known to go and if they go its a new engine and full service history to start with is a must

The 3.0 is still reasonably pricey - the OP states a low available budget. They also have a growing reputation for snapping cranks.

The 2.7 is a good choice for the OP but the belts must be done and the oil pump checked to be the better quality version. The gearbox is ok so long as the oil is changed regularly. If the vehicle has done lots of towing then the gearbox will have also worked harder.

If you find one you like, make sure that the diffs, transfer box and gearbox oils have been changed or budget to do it.

As with all vehicles, buy on condition and detailed history where available. 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
2008 TDV8 - it was a labour of love and is much missed

nebc100 wrote:

Am i right in thinking that the RRS TdV6 2.7 will also manage as well as the L322 or D2 so long as well maintained?

How reliable are the engine and gearbox on the 2.7?

Like already said, some are good some not so. I have my 2.7 sport as it was left me by my dad. I had a D2 TD5 and to be perfectly honest I still don't trust the sport. It has never let my dad or me down, I just feel the D2 is a stronger engine and box, and will do many more miles than the sport. The sport is much quieter to drive, but I prefer the sound of the D2. That however is just my opinion after owning both.

Thanks for all the answers!!

Squizzel, are you on the D2BC site? I vaguely remember someone there saying that they were left a RRS by their father. Was that you?

I am in the situation that I have a D2 that has done 328000Km, and is not in bad condition. Standard faults... slight leak from transfer box, and slight leak from manual gearbox. Engine is running fine, but again, a very slight oil/fuel leak. Have tried on multiple occasions to get these leaks sorted, and short of replacing the two boxes, I cannot get them leak free. The engine is also renowned to have oil leaks or fpr leaks.

At the last MOT (well... equivalent of MOT) they made comments about chassis corrosion.

There isn't anything bad at the moment, but if they are already commenting, then it won't be all that long now.

New chassis is $$$$$$$$$, and then I still have a 20 year old vehicle.

Would I not be better to invest €10000 and get a "slightly" newer RRS that has approx. 200000Km and then keep that for another 5-10 years rather than invest in a new chassis for the D2?

What do you think?

Yes that's me, if I could have kept both cars I would. Chassis rot is a big problem on the D2 and expensive to replace. Don't get me wrong the sport is an amazing car, but if you are used to working on them yourself, (as a lot of D2 owners are), then these are more difficult to repair on the driveway, my disco never saw the inside of a workshop in 8 years, somehow I cant see that happening with this. But it was my dads pride and joy, and I will keep it for as long as I can. Work so far since April. Gearbox flush, egr removal, new front lower arm front and rear bushes, and tracking. Left to do ... new clips on A pillar trim, air con leak somewhere, new screen, service and diff oils, and now there seems to be a lot of driveshaft / diff backlash.

Here is the one that I am looking at:
https://www.autoscout24.de/angebote/land-r...?cldtidx=1

I think that the rims are awful, but at least it won't have been used offroad with rims like that, so the underneath should be in good condition.

I just don't know if it is a risk buying this. I don't know if I should just keep the D2, and eventually get a new chassis and 'boxes. All together, it would be cheaper than buying something newer, but then I would still have what is basically a nearly 20 year old vehicle (even though mine is a 2003 model).

I agree that the D2 is MUCH easier to work on. I have tried to do a few things on the L322 that I have bought, and it is MUCH more complicated.

Any thoughts?

Should I stay with the Devil that I know rather than buying the Devil that I don't know?

I guess the easy answer is to only buy an RRS if low mileage and you are sure it's been looked after.

Till then keep your d2

I agree the rims are not my cup of tea either, and the steering wheel is on the wrong side
At the end of the day only you can answer the question as to keep the D2 or not
Only advice I can give is get as much history as you can and a good warranty. I don't have any warranty so its all down to me, and some of the jobs are hard on your own on the drive.
Good luck with whatever you choose.

nebc100 wrote:

Here is the one that I am looking at:
https://www.autoscout24.de/angebote/land-r...?cldtidx=1

As you'd expect, mixed views with people having had good and bad experiences. I bought a 2005 RRS 2.7 TDV6 (LHD) back in May this year and as I've said a few times on here, I love it. It had 67k km on the clock and had been looked after. I took a chance and I'm pleased I did. It is having a major service before I take it to Portugal for good early next year. I consider replacing all the belts (as mentioned above) as essential. It is my first LR and it's a bit quirky. Even on the 2005 there are a load of gadgets but that's part of what I love about it. Barrie.
2017-Jan 2024: 2005 RRS 2.7TDV6. Best car I ever had - until now!
Current: 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 3.2

Well... Have been in touch with the seller, and he seems REALLY honest.

I am going to look at the RRS on Saturday.

Sadly, I don't know if/what maintenance has been done, so if I buy it, I will immediately get timing belt, oil pump replaced, full service, all oils (gearbox, transfer box & diffs replaced. Should I do anything else?

I will also get a 1 year warranty with it.

I just hope that it is a nice in real life as it is in the photos.

Well... Went to look at three today.
1st one: No service history. Problem with engine ECU, so.... Walked away.

2nd one: No service history. Air suspension down, rust chio below boot side window. Glass on one headlight broken. Interior a bit tatty, so... Walked away.

3rd one: FULL service history. Lovely condition except small mark on front bumper. Everything works except cracked navigation screen. Drove it, and it drove beautifully

So... Signed for it, and will be collecting it next week.

https://www.autoscout24.de/angebote/land-r...?cldtidx=1

Hope i have made the right decision