Ianclark1275 wrote:

Big Boy R44ROV wrote:

Are you married ?

Because after a couple of weeks you might not be.
They can be an expensive mistress if other owners have mistreated them in the past, so I hope the Long Haired General at home is very understanding.

Only Joking.... Welcome to the fold and enjoy your new love. You are now amongst friends.

Thanks, the wife thinks I’m “looking” at them

I haven’t told her yet, She will get over it I’m sure....

At least the back is big enough to sleep in for a couple of days until she gets over the shock and lets you back in the house. Hope it's got rear tvs !  Tony
You're always in the ........it's just the depth that varies
2014 L494 5.0 S/C AB Silver
2014 L494 3.0 HSE in Chilli
2014 SL63 AMG White


Gone:
2011 5.0 L322 White (Stolen)
07 4.2 SC in silver.
06 4.2 SC in black RSE
RRS 4.2 SC in Black RSE
52 4.4 Vogue in silver
04 Mercedes CLK 320 Conv
03 4.0 V8 ES Disco in Silver
00 TD5 90 County
98 4.6 HSE in Epsom x3
97 3.9ES Disco
93 L 4.2 LSE in black
too many classics to mention !

Ianclark1275 wrote:

Alistair wrote:

My wife loves 'hers' - to the extent that I'm not allowed to talk about replacing it with anything other than another FFRR.....

Brilliant does she drive it ?

My 13 yr old daughter is most excited about it, however the wife probably won’t drive it , she has some difficulty in judging how long things are ....

Every car we have had she has “bumped into things”

Yes - she prefers it to the Mini and finds it easier to park though the Mini is a convertible & all round visibility isn't great with the roof up.....

I quite fancy a Velar next - but have been told not to even consider it

Your wife's got more sense than you, Alistair!  John
2008 Stornoway Grey 3.6 Tdv8 Vogue
2005 TD6 Java Black Vogue - Written off!!
GAP iiD BT
2003 Discovery TD5 Auto, Nanocom Evolution - gone to a new home!
MasseyFerguson 152 - No electronics!! - Sold

She often tells me that John

Ianclark1275 wrote:

It comes with a warning message already on it, that’s standard apparently ! “check number plate light” so possibly an easy fix - let me know.

Should be


How much is tax ?

£570 py

Ianclark1275 wrote:

DrRob wrote:

I'd take it straight to Joe at http://www.jas-lr.co.uk/ for a once over preventative maintenance look over. He does gearbox Megaflushes to iirc.
He's an excellent independent with a rock solid reputation

Ah, yes I know where that is - near Elvington way - will do.- thanks for the tip

I have a Audi with an 8 speed multitronic auto box and have spent 3k on a gearbox rebuild so I’d be keen to know if the box oil has been changed...

Ask him to go over it with a fine tooth comb and advise on anything needed. He knows all the things to look out for. I bet front lower arms will need doing
Have all fluids replaced if no proof of recent changes
 Gone to a good home: 2011 4.4 TDV8 Vogue SE Buckingham Blue with Ivory and clear glass = "Rory"
2025MY Defender D350 90 in Silicon Silver on coils
1974 Series 3 Lightweight = "Millie"
Many, many other Landies over the years
My preferred specialist: www.glenrands.co.uk
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Dizzy Dee wrote:

Ianclark1275 wrote:

It comes with a warning message already on it, that’s standard apparently ! “check number plate light” so possibly an easy fix - let me know.

Should be


How much is tax ?

£570 py

Good luck with your new purchase.

Thanks for the info

Hope you don't get put off , they are seriously worth it for the drive. 3.6 is a great engine, fingers crossed for you that it's led a charmed life so far, keep on top of the small jobs and you'll be fine

DrRob wrote:

Ianclark1275 wrote:

DrRob wrote:

I'd take it straight to Joe at http://www.jas-lr.co.uk/ for a once over preventative maintenance look over. He does gearbox Megaflushes to iirc.
He's an excellent independent with a rock solid reputation

Ah, yes I know where that is - near Elvington way - will do.- thanks for the tip

I have a Audi with an 8 speed multitronic auto box and have spent 3k on a gearbox rebuild so I’d be keen to know if the box oil has been changed...

Ask him to go over it with a fine tooth comb and advise on anything needed. He knows all the things to look out for. I bet front lower arms will need doing
Have all fluids replaced if no proof of recent changes

Mr Tee wrote:

Hope you don't get put off , they are seriously worth it for the drive. 3.6 is a great engine, fingers crossed for you that it's led a charmed life so far, keep on top of the small jobs and you'll be fine

After the Isuzu, I can assure you that you wont even feel that trailer on the back. As a tow vehicle there's none better. You'll love it.
BTW..Now youve got the Fatty, get off RallyCross and get into Land Rover CompSafari. it'll blow your mind.  Tony
You're always in the ........it's just the depth that varies
2014 L494 5.0 S/C AB Silver
2014 L494 3.0 HSE in Chilli
2014 SL63 AMG White


Gone:
2011 5.0 L322 White (Stolen)
07 4.2 SC in silver.
06 4.2 SC in black RSE
RRS 4.2 SC in Black RSE
52 4.4 Vogue in silver
04 Mercedes CLK 320 Conv
03 4.0 V8 ES Disco in Silver
00 TD5 90 County
98 4.6 HSE in Epsom x3
97 3.9ES Disco
93 L 4.2 LSE in black
too many classics to mention !

I’ve just watched the Northern off road championship video

It's the Dogs dangly bits. I used to be a member of NORC. You can have a shedload of fun for a fraction of RallyCross price.  Tony
You're always in the ........it's just the depth that varies
2014 L494 5.0 S/C AB Silver
2014 L494 3.0 HSE in Chilli
2014 SL63 AMG White


Gone:
2011 5.0 L322 White (Stolen)
07 4.2 SC in silver.
06 4.2 SC in black RSE
RRS 4.2 SC in Black RSE
52 4.4 Vogue in silver
04 Mercedes CLK 320 Conv
03 4.0 V8 ES Disco in Silver
00 TD5 90 County
98 4.6 HSE in Epsom x3
97 3.9ES Disco
93 L 4.2 LSE in black
too many classics to mention !

Found this online


"The best analogy I’ve ever heard for the ownership of a RR is: Ownership is a lot like being a drug addict. When you’re on a high, everything in the world is great but it takes more drugs/money each time to get that same high."

Just blindfold your wife (bear with me) and lead her inside the car and go for a drive. Thereafter she will insist on nothing else. (i.e. the FFRR, hopefully). L405 P400e Autobiography (MY2020)... Silicon Silver / Espresso