Thread: Would you buy another RRS

My '08 TDV8 has been a pleasure to own.. Have had a couple of issues that have been fixed straight away by either ULR or Lance Dixon. It took them a couple of tries to fix the front suspension knock which is now less noticeable than our new D4. The engine is fantastic. I have tried the 3ltr and still much prefer the TDV8..Looking forward to the 4.4 being fitted to the RRS in the future maybe.
Having said that I have just taken delivery of 2.7 D4 (for the missus) which is a major step forward.. It's quieter, excellent quality inside and handles better than my RRS. Of course no where near as much power but still more than adequate.

Yep, I'd buy another one without hesitation, albeit the next one will be a diesel. I've come from a whole series of fast cars, going from a 2003 M3 BMW to an old P38 Range Rover 3 years ago, then the RRS 15 months ago. Mine hasn't been a paragon of reliability, needing a fair few repairs (all the common failed components) in the last 50k kms but it's never actually broken down and left us stranded. I know you shouldn't accept certain 'ailments' on a vehicle of this value but I do, because it's just such a good car in every way, it really is the car for every purpose. It's quick enough, handles pretty well, carts all our gear around, tows the caravan, gets used for the shopping, holidays, offroad and trips to the dump.

I suppose mine is a little different though, so it does make me far more forgiving. My approach is to be as knowledgable as possible, that way I have an idea as to what it's playing at. The engine management light comes on at the slightest sneeze with LR vehicles and if it's serious, it'll protect itself and you by stopping. If not, it'll keep going and leave you with a trip to the dealer to find out what's up.