Hi all

I am looking to buy my first range rover. I have decided on a Series III.

Ive decided against a TD6 as they are too slow, so my options and thoughts are:

- 4.4 V8 (up to 2005) -> can get for a great price but dont like the old sat nav and worry the first generation have bugs which were sorted in the later ones. Thoughts?
- 4.4 V8 (2005 and on) -> seems to be about the same price as the SC so wonder why I would not just get the faster one. Thoughts?
- 4.2 SC -> the one Im currently considering, but wonder if I should not go for an older 4.4V8 for less money. Thoughts?
- TDV8 -> More expensive and I do very low miles so wonder if its worth it?

Generally, what are peoples views/experiences on the reliability of the SIII and the different models?

Thanks

SC or TDV8 IMHO

Have you noticed RRUK is selling his TD6: http://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/topic1238.html '09 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto for the Mrs

Using the works Fiesta 1.6 TDCI Sport Van - CHROME FREE THOUGH

Searching for a nice E63 AMG or S8 V10 to replace my "wonky" TDV8

The TD6 is significantly improved by Chipping, check out Adam's RR it already has the JE Engineering remap. A chipped TD6 is not far behind a 4.4 petrol. Yes it will beat it in a drag race, but we are talking 1 or two seconds more to 60 not 5 or 10 seconds. In the real world you would be hard pressed to tell the difference.

The TD6 is the BMW unit and is more than capable of substantial increases in power - just look what BMW did to the unit in various different models including the X5 which is the same engine and also had power upgrades as standard. Furthermore, you will get on average around 25 mpg and 30 to 35 is possible if you are careful. A 4.4 will average at around 15 to 18 mpg - you can drive a TD6 as hard as you want and still return 23 mpg, including up to well over 3 figure speeds where allowed - trust me we are running 7 Rand Rovers at the moment...

Money no object buy the TDV8 and get it chipped, its faster than a 4.2 supercharged! and returns almost double the mpg

What about this -even saves on buying a tin tent!!
http://www.royaluxury.com/fleet/range-rover-limousine.html

ahhh, my eyes

If you can afford to get a TDV8, get one. Failing that, I would probably buck the trend and go for the 4.4 petrol (MY06 onwards). Its only a second slower to 60 than the S/C and 0.5 seconds faster than the TDV8. That being said, it lends itself better to being converted to LPG if you ever feel like the need to. I would imagine the insurance is cheaper on the 4.4 vs the S/C.

the td6 is a fab engine that will keep going all day long with no probs its cheap to run , cheap to maintain and its not that slow posibly quite spriteley  onto no6 Range Rover

Everyone needs a hobby

TDV8 every time if you can stretch to that failing that go for the TD6, its not how quick you get there its about arriving in comfort and style and this is from a man who loves speed

anwalsh wrote:

Ive decided against a TD6 as they are too slow

You don't buy these cars to go fast in. It's 2-and-a-half ton of metal for a start. I don't find mine sluggish and I've had some decent motors over the years. As has been said, it's about arriving in style and luxury. Do 200 miles in one of these and you won't know you've done it. 2010 MY Vogue SE TDV8 3.6 Stornoway Grey- fully loaded

Do try the TD6 first,as other have said it is a good engine. Have used mine through europe a few times and while its not super fast i dont find it that bad. It has been up to 120 mph a few times with no problem.

The TD6 when remapped or chipped by a reputable company will transform the car.

It will never be the quickest or the quietest but it is a superb workhouse and will outlast the 4.4V8.

After driving round Europe last summer 2009 I was so overwhelmed with the steadfastness of it all, it was like a trusty companion and I sincerely regret selling it today. The TDV8 I have now has A LOT to live up to. Discovery 4 HSE
1998 110 TUM HS FFR Hard Top XD WOLF
1982 Series 3 Hard Top

*Gone:L462 D5 HSE LUX, L663 Defender 110 HSE, Discovery 3 HSE, 2014MY Range Rover Sport 5.0 Supercharged AB Dynamic; L405 Exec Vogue SE 4.4, 5.0 Supercharged Autobiography, Defender TDCi XS CSW, Defender TD5 HT, Vogue SE TDV8, Vogue TD6, RRSport SC 4.2V8, Classic 3.9 Vogue Auto, Land Rover Series 3 SWB

The prices of 4.2 S/Cs have been moving upwards lately.... has anyone noticed? Wonder if its because of the bad weather?

SC MY07 upwards!  If you have nothing nice to say,say nothing at all.