..the thing wont start when I was about to drive away... Seem like a flat battery, alternator etc

I went through the sale anyways, ..got it started and I drove home without issue. Loved the 2hr drive home

Things to do before I can think of going places:

New (mostly for my peace of mind)
- Alternator
- Starter
- Battery
- Water Pump
- Pully(s) + Belt

Not sure:
- To do the drain yet
- Suspecting coolant loss due to usual oil cooler issue (this was done @113km), is this a service item now?

Other:
- Detail and rectify cosmetic issues
- Apple Carplay

Also where can I get a proper list of the build card? (BA359804)

Thanks,
pd

Hi,
seems like a long list if you have just bought the thing

If it was from a dealer think I would have left it with them or get them to fix some of that list

or

if you bought pvt hope you got it for a good price

I have been doing a bit of reading up are you talking about the turbo drain mod, think that can be an 8 hour job if I am understanding correctly

But it might not need it..... plenty don’t smoke.......

You need to clear it out regularly.....

 2011 Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 TDV8

Previous cars :
2003 Range Rover Vogue TD6
1999 Discovery Td5 ES
1995 BMW M5 3.8 6 speed
1992 Range Rover 3.9 Efi Vogue
1992 BMW M5 3.8
1988 BMW 735i SE
1989 Ford Sierra XR4x4 2.9i
1981 Ford Fiesta Supersport

Hi,
diagnosis

foot down over 3000 revs and look in the rear view mirror

no smoke.
i am mostly thinking about changes from a preventative maintenance perspective from reading all the things i have from here.

Mine hasn’t had the mod and doesn’t smoke, but I do try and get the revs up once the engine is warm.

Easier said than done, as I can normally get to work at less than 2000rpm...

Run it a bit to see if you need the mod. It might have sat about a bit or been shunted around the car sales garage. Might smoke as it’s cleared out, but not once it’s had a clear.

And for same reason, I’d fully charge the battery, and then see. They don’t like it when the battery voltage drops....

 2011 Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 TDV8

Previous cars :
2003 Range Rover Vogue TD6
1999 Discovery Td5 ES
1995 BMW M5 3.8 6 speed
1992 Range Rover 3.9 Efi Vogue
1992 BMW M5 3.8
1988 BMW 735i SE
1989 Ford Sierra XR4x4 2.9i
1981 Ford Fiesta Supersport

It has been starting fine after the drive. To be fair it was not driven for a couple of weeks when I picked up and notices the voltage was down as the entertainment system etc wont work.

Hi,
as MJ says make sure battery in good health/charged is a good start, it takes a good long run to charge fully in use,
certainly using heated seats and stuff

if you have tow electrics its easy to use a smart battery charger (many use Cteks but I have a Lidl own brand ) to get the battery up to good state and take it from there

Good idea, I do have a big ctek I can use.

I wouldn't do anything yet other than detail it and install Apple CarPlay.

No point in changing stuff if it isn't broken.

<contradiction>Don't listen to forums, they would suggest everything is wrong. Same with the 5.0SC models, according to folks on forums they all need their timing chain guides doing. Its crazy. Just enjoy it and fix it if it breaks like any other car.

ffrr14, did you buy the grey AB from Tamworth? I was interested in that one and made enquiries but I am in Perth and all the shipping cost and agro with rego made me pass. 2007 TDV8 VSE
2003 TD6 gone.
2002 P38a gone
1999 P38a gone
1997 p38a gone
1993 VSE gone
1992 VSE gone
1966 Series 2a with V8 conversion gone

wayneg yes thats the one, drives nice but I am sure the starter has carbon buildup and needs attention.

agree re on-road costs and shipping though

Bl4ckD0g wrote:

I wouldn't do anything yet other than detail it and install Apple CarPlay.

No point in changing stuff if it isn't broken.

<contradiction>Don't listen to forums, they would suggest everything is wrong. Same with the 5.0SC models, according to folks on forums they all need their timing chain guides doing. Its crazy. Just enjoy it and fix it if it breaks like any other car.

With the prices at the moment, you got a bargain. It was discussed on AULRO a little which brought it to my attention, they said it had the locking rear diff which was a big plus for me. The only other two 4.4tdv8`s I know of for sale at the moment are 65 and 69k and they are Luxury spec ( Vogue SE?) not AB. Good luck with the Starter. 2007 TDV8 VSE
2003 TD6 gone.
2002 P38a gone
1999 P38a gone
1997 p38a gone
1993 VSE gone
1992 VSE gone
1966 Series 2a with V8 conversion gone

This car has all the options ticked inc ACC, locker like you mentioned and rear heated/cooled seats etc etc. Seller did give me further incentive to buy it, which should cover starter/alternator/battery etc. Cosmetically it need a bit of work