I would recommend using the online search engines for insurance. I've got a 3.6TDV8 for someone in their mid/late-20s doing at least 20k per annum and was significantly under what you quoted.

Ironically a few hundred less than the 20 year old 110 was to insure but that did have a few toys declared on it whereas the FF is (still) stock. Whilst I miss the character of the Defender (I still have it but kept on the farm in Wales - less chance of it being nicked) the FF is in another league for power and comfort. I was getting fed up of phoning around insurers though...

I would also highly recommend Gary Elliott - I bought mine through him and I haven't been trouble free but then again I've given it a good running - 20k so far and had it 8 months or so. Several trips to Scotland, the south of France and Wales a lot.

thanks, i am currently paying nearly 650 for my p38. think its my postcode.
Will try gary in the week.

I know that feeling - glad I moved out to Surrey, closer to work and out of London. I know people like it but it's not for me (grew up on a farm near Pembrokeshire).

Just be sure you don't get one with keyless ignition!

I would imagine that for a JLR warranty, they would probably insist on an inspection, followed by a list as long as your arm on things that need to be resolved before they will cover it................though, I could be wrong  Got - 2017 SDV8 Autobiography in Loire Blue
Had- 2008 TDV8 Vogue SE in Java black
Had - 2007 S/C in Stornoway Grey

Yup, car would need LR inspection plus any work required to bring it up to the minimum standard before the warranty could be added.

hmmmm, any recommendations of other good warranties, the ones the indie dealers provide are they worth the paper they are printed on?

I've been pleasantly surprised at how good Warranty Wise's cover has been. Note: I didn't buy it but when I got the vehicle through Gary the previous owner had a years left which he transferred into my name.

I've had a two issues so far: the low pressure fuel pump going and a brake caliper sticking. Given that the vehicle's now covered 120k I was especially surprised at when they reimbursed the majority of the cost of the work done for the new caliper.

Note: I can't seem to find details online about the cover but it is more a dealer style that the previous owner purchased through Gary so I think is more comprehensive. From the policy document it implies it also covers abnormal wear-and-tear, presumably what the sticking caliper came under.

i had 2 issues with mine and both been done under warranty no probe

drivers side airbag, and fuel pump

We use the best Warrantywise policy available depending on the age and mileage of the car.

Under five years old and its Platinum Plus which really does cover everything. Wear and tear cover comes in after 30 days to avoid abuse.

They do payout on all genuine claims.

so i went to see my first 5.0SC today, all o can say is wow. The interior, the feel of the car, WOW. Have i said wow already.
Well that's definitely what i will be going for, now to find the right one. I saw this one, although it is out of my £
http://www.wimbledoncarriage.co.uk/land-ro...on-3618654
I am leaning towards a colour scheme of black/black/black with ivory headlining, to give the feeling of light.
Spoke with a Gary- from Gary Elliot- very helpful, took the time to answer my questions and offer advice - is searching for a car for me Also Craig from Cam tech- than you all so far. Hope to be joining the 5.0 SC club soon

Don't be put of by the Black Leather Headlining cars it looks fabulous in black as the pillars are black leather too. I was really surprised that is DID NOT make the interior feel dark at all just very prestigious.

i see what you mean re: all black- does look pretty nice.
http://www.usedvehicles.landrover.co.uk/search#/details/2501145
Now to find a a 5.0SC?

My 2006 MY SC has the black interior with light headlining and tinted windows in the back. It makes the car very dark inside and my wife refused to sit in "that black hole" and I tend to agree with her on that.

Now I have the 5.0 with sand interior and non tinted windows (apart from the normal green tint) and it is brilliant inside. Lovely and light and not so depressing.

Bear in mind that we lived in a country with a LOT of sunshine (Nigeria) so I can imagine that in the UK it will be even worse (I only drove the 5.0 in Europe sofar).

So my suggestion is, drive several cars and see if you have the same feeling about it being dark inside or not. I mean there are people that like wearing sunglasses inside (according to research they tend to be more depressed !!) so some like it, I don't .

As for the search, keep searching yourself (my 5.0 was quite a bit cheaper than the one you found and it is perfect sofar) and ask Gary to keep his eyes open. He did a great job for me . MY 2010 5.0 SC Galway green and sand interior!!
Have the Faultmate MSV2 Extreme to be tinkering with the settings etc. !!

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/adv...?logcode=p

This looks pretty close to your type of spec ?? MY 2010 5.0 SC Galway green and sand interior!!
Have the Faultmate MSV2 Extreme to be tinkering with the settings etc. !!

The black leather roof looks classy and the cabin is still bright - see drivers area here. I know from experience it feels great!

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