Land Rover LR3

I have primarily owned only Japanese SUVs. I am looking to buy per-owned LR3 2005-06 with around 70-90K miles. I do have mechanic very efficient with typical Japanese made. Of course I will do my through research before buying and have it inspected by mechanic.

Feedback of existing owners would be great help in anticipating as to what to expect. I have few repair concerns as following:

- 70-100K life, what maintenance are due that would prevent major break down? if you could share parts/cost
- Beside overall mechanically soundness , what specific known major issue I should look for during driving test?
- Research shows tires wears out very quickly on this, any trick to prolong them?
- While drive testing, I noticed this car has suspension lift. What is expected suspension life and repair cost when wears out?
- How difficult/expensive are repair on this car relatively to Japanese (Toyota, Nissan) and German made (Benz/Audi/VW)?
- Are non-oem parts easily available? or owning LR requires monthly dealer visit???

Anything important I should know beforehand... By knowing what to expect will minimize/remove any buyer remorse.

Your response will assist me to forecast total cost of ownership and decide whether I should but it. I am looking forward to enjoy owning LR3.

Thanks
ccuser

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gordr (Nov 18, 2012 10:04 am)
- gibeachbaby (Nov 18, 2012 11:21 am)

#4547 of 4548 Re: Excited to Buy 2005 LR3 / Seeking Owners Feedback [ccuser] by gordr

Nov 18, 2012 (10:04 am)

Replying to: ccuser (Sep 29, 2012 2:45 am)

My background similar, so keen to see responses. I love what LR seems to offer and only have recently considered. Used to japanese reliability (owned a 82landcruiser,a 95 Pathfinder and a 02 Xterra). I am looking at two low mileage LR3 models, 2007 and a 2008, each with less than 25,000 miles (at different high end dealerships, but neither are LR dealers). Both are SEs with the V6 so also some concern about power, but will see when I drive.

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gibeachbaby (Nov 18, 2012 11:21 am)

#4548 of 4548 Re: Excited to Buy 2005 LR3 / Seeking Owners Feedback [gordr] by gibeachbaby

Nov 18, 2012 (11:21 am)

Replying to: gordr (Nov 18, 2012 10:04 am)

I can only say the word CARFAX check it out off the vin # to assure all past history on any car for that matter but mainly because LR3 is a higher maintence SUV. I love my LR3 2008 but must say it has had two suspension problems one while under warranty which it was covered the second was a minor problem which I highly reccommend you search a good reputable Land Rover mechanic not on Land Rover Dealership prices to have your LR3 checked over by a professional. My V8 rocks on the beach and on the road and can't really give you an idea except from loaner cars from Land Rover that the V6 will not provide the power I have on my V8 test drive both to get a feel of how much power each LR3 has and decide. My V8 gets around 15MPG in comparision to my Chevy Equinox 2012 at a 27MPG another factor to figure into expense. LR3 is a luxury vehicle that is worth the expense in my book.

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Land Rover LR3

4548 messages, Last post on Nov 18, 2012 at 11:21 AM

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#4543 of 4548 Re: 2005 LR3 HSE service [discoman] by travnsocal

Aug 30, 2011 (5:58 pm)

Replying to: discoman (Aug 30, 2011 4:53 pm)

#4544 of 4548 LR3 Repairs in Scottsdale/Phoenix by rumerlaw

Aug 31, 2011 (8:18 am)

#4546 of 4548 Excited to Buy 2005 LR3 / Seeking Owners Feedback by ccuser

Sep 29, 2012 (2:45 am)