I love the camaraderie between the two of you. I love how you've demystified that car. Ability to own any car is pretty much financial. A Range Rover is not immune to wear and tear which again require finances to fix. Thank you for this video my friend.
Hi Royce, thank you so much for your very lovely comment, we are so glad that you enjoyed our video and found it valuable! Absolutely, as long as one sets money aside for repairs, any car can last and perform at its best. Thank you for your support, and stay tuned for the upcoming videos! A new one is coming tomorrow and, if all goes well, we're introducing a new project car next week! 😊
Best car in the world. Over 30 years of RR ownership. Current 3.6 TDV8. Just had to dip into my pot , £3K new gearbox. Still cheaper than a new car. Now drives like a new car. Love them.
TDV8, 2009. 1 owner from new, I have owned for last 2 years. Full service twice a year, retired now, so prob only 5k miles a year. Flew through mot 4 wks ago, NO advisories. I am disabled too, and only vehicle I can just step into. 119000 miles on clock Buckingham Blue Parchment Ox leather.
For its age it's still pretty modern and that engine bay looked super clean. I am like you prefer buttons it's a very nice car and you must feel great driving it , I would love to own one of these esp with the luxury inside with all the mod cons. Great to see you do your own service work and also keep money aside for future repairs , too many people buy these for the status symbol then dont spend a penny on it and leave it to rot then complain about Range Rovers.
Hi Joseph, welcome to our channel! 😊 Thank you very much for the positive comment. Perhaps have a look online, the L322s are going very cheap on the market at the moment, but you'd have to be willing to put in the time and effort to fix them and look after them. They are really nice cars, very comfortable to drive. Keep in touch! 😊
I have owned the 2010 Autobiography for the past 9 years and it sailed through the MOT every year with only minor problems. A fantastic car to drive and own.
Hi Vic, welcome to the channel! 😊 I absolutely agree with you! 💯 Which engine do you have in your Autobiography? They are such great cars, this is actually one of the best cars we've owned! They are so practical and if you look after them, they won't cause big issues.👍🏻 We're releasing another Range Rover video tomorrow, so stay tuned! 😊
Hi Wolfgang, welcome to our channel 👋🏻 Thank you so much for the appreciation on our video 😊 They're both good cars, and it depends on what you're going to use them for. I personally lean more towards the L322 because of the tailgate and the overall size of the car 😊
Hi, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻😊 Thank you very much for your positive feedback and kind words, we're really glad that you enjoyed the video! Indeed it is! 💯
Great catch-up video, love it. It will make you feel better to know that our 1993 Range Rover Classic LSE with the 4.2V8 only does 12mpg. But we enjoy it, so no argument :)
Hi Frank, thank you so much for your lovely comment. That's a very nice Range Rover classic model! Honestly, the mpg is irrelevant when it comes to the amount of benefits you get from the car, and the enjoyment and comfort that come with it. 😊
Loving your videos. Have you found the little thing in the middle of the rear seats. I was told it was for skies. I have the 2008 4.2 SC petrol and when you put your foot down in it you really know it. It goes like stink. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much for the feedback and the lovely comment, we're so happy you're enjoying our videos! 😊 Yes, that's another thing that I actually forgot to mention in the video, but to be honest, I have never used it. I have not driven the 4.2 SC, I have owned the Range Rover Sport Supercharged previously, so I do wonder if it feels the same 😁
It's a lovely car. I want either that or the 4.4, I have a 2011 3.0 TDV6 sport HSEas my first Range rover and it is a lovely car but I do yearn for the autobiography bells and whistles like the diesel pre-heater and cooling seats. You're absolutely right about having the money to fix it though, people need to realise if they are considering getting one it's a very old car which used to be extremely expensive and costs a fair bit to look after. Love the videos keep it up you two 👍
Hi, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻 Thank you so much for the lovely comment and the great feedback, we appreciate having you here 😊 To be honest, these additional features that come with an Autobiography are very nice, but they're not the be all and end all. At the end of the day, they are all beautiful cars. With regards to the pre-heater, some cars have them already fitted but you'd just need to buy an additional fob, but I'm not too sure about the details on this though. I'd recommend searching it! I totally agree with you regarding the costs; just like anything else, an older car could mean higher wear and tear, so people need to have realistic expectations from the start. Keep in touch! 😊
I just bought the 4.4 Tdv8 2012 Westminster, all I can say is wow. The torque and power is amazing. I’m upgrading from the 2.7 D3. Definitely worth getting the 4.4 and more reliable by all accounts.
I think this model is the peak of the Range Rover line, the later ones are no where near as nice to use, it also has the right size, the later ones being far t big, (or too small), to fulfil the slot that these fill, and maintained with nothing more than common sense, they go o without problems, the trouble starts when owners use cheap inferior replacement parts, many thanks for posting this walk around, there are many small facilities that you failed to mention, but then there are just so many to cover the video would be an hour long! Chris B.
Hi Chris, I like your comment. I agree with your points, this is why we try to work on these cars and make them last as long as possible because we get a lot out of them. Yes, the car has so many great features. If I had mentioned absolutely everything, it would've been a very long video indeed! But I may make more videos about the additional specs that I haven't mentioned. 😊 Keep in touch!
What a great video, thanks to you and your good lady. After managing to avoid RR for 40 years I now find myself drawn to the L322 specifically a petrol 5.0 V8 supercharger... What advice could you give me that might bring me to my senses? Subbed BTW 🙏🏻
Hi Mark, welcome to our channel and thank you for subscribing, we're so glad you're here! 😊 Thank you for the great comment, we're really happy you enjoyed the video! In terms of advice, I would say - any car you buy, make sure you can afford it twice over, and then buy with your heart, not because it makes sense. 😊 So you can enjoy it and love it! Good luck in your search! 😁
Great video. I habe a 2011 vouge se 4.4 tdv8. Owned in 4 months and its great has an amazing spec everything this car has plus factory rear entertainment. Baltic blue. Sits in the motorway and can if you sit at 60 get 40mpg
Hi Carl, welcome to our channel! 😊 Thank you for the positive feedback, we're glad you enjoyed our video. Congratulations on your car, sounds like great spec and a nice colour too! Not bad mileage consumption at all! 👍🏻
Hi Mike, thank you for your positive feedback, I'm glad you found the video helpful! 😊 What made you decide to change from L320 to L322? As many people are comparing both of them, so I'd love to hear your opinion. 😊
@@lifeasusual Hi, well I have owned the L322 a few years ago it was the V8 4.4 Petrol and I put LPG on it and to be honest ever I only spent a very small amount of cash on it, and it never let me down and the ride is far more better, as I got my first 05 Sport 2.7 (L320) and that is where the spending of money started, 2 years later I got a 2011 sport 3.0 twin turbo (L320) better power, Faster Better fuel but still cost of repairs are silly, if it wasn't for my son to do the repairs it would go into the thousands and that is just in 2 years, and to one of your videos I owned all 3 of them so going back to a L322 but the TDV8 3.6 so in my own opinion stay with the L322
Hi Mike, to be honest with you, since we did the repairs to the engine, we've not really had any issues so it's all good for now.👍🏻 We haven't had another attempt at removing injector 4.
Hi Fayed - I love your philosophical approach to owning a car, whether that's a Range Rover or anything else. What you say is absolutely correct - if you're worried about the running and maintenance cost of ANY car, then it's probably not right for you. In the case of an RR, especially a secondhand one, you need to ask yourself why you want/need that car. I'm looking for a 4.4 tdv8 because I have a gazebo hire business and we need to access fields, large gardens etc often in prestige locations. We need a vehicle that can pull a trailer in and out of places like that - and itself - regardless of the weather. A Range Rover can do all that and more. The other option for me would be a boring car plus a van. But vans rarely come with 4wd or the go anywhere capability of a Range Rover. Okay it's going to cost me in the region of £1,500 a year just to put it on the road (tax and insurance) but the business pays for it. It also looks the part in a way that a Ford Ranger doesn't (my other option). Also, as you demonstrate in your videos, an RR is a surprisingly DIY vehicle. Sure there are things I wouldn't attempt - kudos to you for taking on the manifold gaskets! Think I'd draw a line at that one !! A lot of what you see on Facebook and forums with owners moaning about their car when it's done this, or won't do that come from them simply not doing their homework. Going into RR ownership with your eyes fully open is a must.
Hi Shane, I completely agree with you! 💯 The Range Rovers have a great capability and I think it's a very good choice for your business. You're covered both in the aspect of the car and in the fact that it can pull the trailer on all sorts of terrains!👍 Doing your homework is extremely important, and if we look after our cars, they'll look after us. 😊
Hi Wedanta, welcome to our channel! 😊 They are great cars! I just wanted to confirm, is this price for the older models or new ones? The one I have is a 2009 model. 😊
I love my 2011 TDV8 and at 108kms per hour I am getting 39 mpg…mine is the 4.4..it’s not the autobiography but it does have everything except the adventure pack..even the rear seats recline!!! Does yours have the ski bag between the rear seats?? 😁😁
Hi Brad, welcome to our channel! 😊 Nice, that's a really great fuel consumption! 👌🏻 It's great that your rear seats recline, you can make the most out of the boot space! We have something similar to the ski bag, basically a flap that opens to allow you to put the skis in between the rear seats, and it has leather pouch. I noticed multiple people asked me about this, so I'm going to make a video about it. 😁 Keep in touch!
Hi Tom, we made a video on what to do when the battery of the car runs out and you need to access the door handle via the manual key. Here's the link for it: th-cam.com/video/Z1RZAHXYbco/w-d-xo.html Is this what you meant, or were you referring to something else? 😊
Stunning scenery - great drone shots. You’ve got a lovely spec / example L322. Interested to know if you’ve considered an L405 once it’s time to switch? I wonder how feasible they are to do your own work on them? L322 is surprisingly DIY friendly.
Hi Adzy, thank you so much for the comment and the appreciation! 😊 Great minds think alike - for the past month, I have been looking to purchase the L405 to keep alongside the L322 and to make additional videos on the L405 to compare similar jobs on both cars to see and test if the L405 is as DIY friendly as the L322. But so far, I have not found the correct L405 for me, for a few different reasons because I envision my videos in a certain way. So I am waiting for the correct one that would suit this channel, which if I'm honest with you, it's going to take longer than usual, so it could be a bit of a while to introduce an L405 to this channel. But definitely, it is in the works and scheduled in the diary! ✨️👍🏻
@@lifeasusual excellent! I’m looking forward to that. I’m keeping a close eye on car buying platforms. I’m not sure which year is the sweet spot for L405s as I’m not keen on the proliferation of touch screen controls. as much as I’d like another petrol Rangie I don’t think it’s practical for doing a daily 150 mile round trip commute - but that’s another story wanting to daily my next Rangie, I should just get a Prius !
So, of course, as you know, the L405 starts from 2013. In 2015, they made subtle changes in the ECU. Not many people know about it, but it's only subtle. Then, from 2017/2018, they changed the middle screen/infotainment system, and in 2019, they changed the infotainment system again, with the AC unit being touchscreen. Hahaha 😄 If you want maximum savings but still to have a Range Rover brand - a long time ago, when the Range Rover Evoque came out, we owned a 2012 Evoque. It had 2.2 diesel, it was still a 4x4 but manual, which we absolutely loved driving.
Road tax in Ireland for my one is over 2.5k per annum I think. Thankfully mine is a 2 seater so it’s €333 tax. I like your vibe guys, will definitely be watching more. I’m a new l322 owner. 2012 Westminster 4.4. Loving it so far.
Hi Eoghan, welcome to our channel! 😊 Thank you so much for the positive feedback, and congratulations on your new car, we hope you get to go on many adventures with it! 🎉 Is it normal to pay such high tax in Ireland, or is it only for this make and model?
@@lifeasusual hi guys Yes it’s normal for bigger engined cars to pay crazy tax. So in the uk and Germany a disco 3 or RR would be €650 or £600. In Ireland the same car is €1800. After 2008 it got worse and the disco 4 is roughly €2400 to tax every year. Our idiot government wants us to tow or trailers safely with our bicycles. It’s very frustrating. I now also have the lovely task of fixing an oil leak or 2! So I’m watching your older videos with much interest.
Hi Eoghan, apologies the delayed response! Wow, that's so expensive! Does that mean that the retail prices for the big Land Rovers are cheaper than in the UK? As the insurance is so expensive, would that make the price of the cars cheaper? Good luck with the oil leak jobs, let us know if you have any questions or if we can help in any way! 😊
Hi, for £18k you could either of them, it just depends on how often you would use it, and the duration of each trip, because the 3.6 doesn't come with DPF whereas the 4.4 comes with DPF (diesel particulate filter) so the 3.6 is a little bit more forgiving when it comes to short trips. Good luck in your search, hope you find the right one for you! 👍🏻
Ahh, no worries Peter, I know what you mean 👍🏻 There were a few jobs we did on this car but it was a pleasure working on it, I had some hiccups but we got there in the end. And we still have plenty more projects coming up 😁 Are you going to release some videos with the work you'll be doing to your car? 😊
For the 3.6 v8 engine every 6k miles change the oil use castrol 5w30 not cheap crap delete the egr valves the cant take your turbos out and as i said before at its age swap the air for coil springs big thing is delete the egrs diesels are for driving not short trips
Hi Noel, thank you for all the recommendations, you sound very knowledgeable. 👍 I have not had any issues so far, but I'll do some research and see what I can do. Have a great day and keep in touch!
@@lifeasusual your welcome mate iv the range rover sport 3.6 same engine as yours turbos are your big 1 if the go its over 3k thats why i say delete your egrs the biggest problem with 4x4 diesels is they go around town thats not good short trips are killers for new diesels
You're welcome, Stephen! Good luck with your search! I have another video with tips and advice on what to look out for on the day of the car viewing if you decide to go for the L322: th-cam.com/video/kAPQMRbNECw/w-d-xo.html If you have any questions, just let me know 😊 I'll do my best to help you 👍
Hi, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻 It sounds like you've had a bad experience. Which job have you attempted on your Range Rover and found it difficult to complete?
@@lifeasusual My old neighbour has a L322 for his garden business. A diesel. I cannot write all that went wrong. Yes you can service it yourself changing oil and some filters as you do. But once the air suspension goed or other suspension stuff you need the right tools. Not speaking about all electronic sheit that goes bust. I work worldwide in oil and gas and we use only Toyota for a good reason. Reliablity.
I love the camaraderie between the two of you. I love how you've demystified that car. Ability to own any car is pretty much financial. A Range Rover is not immune to wear and tear which again require finances to fix. Thank you for this video my friend.
Hi Royce, thank you so much for your very lovely comment, we are so glad that you enjoyed our video and found it valuable! Absolutely, as long as one sets money aside for repairs, any car can last and perform at its best. Thank you for your support, and stay tuned for the upcoming videos! A new one is coming tomorrow and, if all goes well, we're introducing a new project car next week! 😊
Best car in the world.
Over 30 years of RR ownership.
Current 3.6 TDV8. Just had to dip into my pot , £3K new gearbox. Still cheaper than a new car. Now drives like a new car.
Love them.
I couldn't agree with you more! 💯 It's the only car one needs, it does everything! 👍🏻 How long have you had your current Range Rover for?
TDV8, 2009. 1 owner from new, I have owned for last 2 years.
Full service twice a year, retired now, so prob only 5k miles a year.
Flew through mot 4 wks ago, NO advisories.
I am disabled too, and only vehicle I can just step into.
119000 miles on clock
Buckingham Blue
Parchment Ox leather.
Lovely colour! I'm glad that it passed the MOT with no advisories! 👍🏻
Nice review!
Wow, that woman understands a lot about that vehicle!
She has a deep passion for the vehicle..... Amazing!
Hi Arsenio, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻 Thank you very much (obrigado!) for your positive comment! 😊 We're glad you enjoyed our video! 😁
Yep My one doesn't know how much fuel she just put in the tank or how much it cost to the litre
I enjoy my 2010 RANGE ROVER HSE, great vehicle. Worth every dime.
They sure are amazing vehicles! Every journey in the Range Rover is great. 😊
For its age it's still pretty modern and that engine bay looked super clean. I am like you prefer buttons it's a very nice car and you must feel great driving it , I would love to own one of these esp with the luxury inside with all the mod cons. Great to see you do your own service work and also keep money aside for future repairs , too many people buy these for the status symbol then dont spend a penny on it and leave it to rot then complain about Range Rovers.
Hi Joseph, welcome to our channel! 😊 Thank you very much for the positive comment. Perhaps have a look online, the L322s are going very cheap on the market at the moment, but you'd have to be willing to put in the time and effort to fix them and look after them. They are really nice cars, very comfortable to drive. Keep in touch! 😊
I have owned the 2010 Autobiography for the past 9 years and it sailed through the MOT every year with only minor problems. A fantastic car to drive and own.
Hi Vic, welcome to the channel! 😊 I absolutely agree with you! 💯 Which engine do you have in your Autobiography?
They are such great cars, this is actually one of the best cars we've owned! They are so practical and if you look after them, they won't cause big issues.👍🏻
We're releasing another Range Rover video tomorrow, so stay tuned! 😊
What an excellent review very honest and informative.
Thank you so much for your positive comment, I'm really happy you enjoyed our video! 😊
I’m not a DIYer but love the L322. I hope to get one in the near future. I’m contemplating getting either the L322 or L320. Fantastic video as always.
Hi Wolfgang, welcome to our channel 👋🏻 Thank you so much for the appreciation on our video 😊 They're both good cars, and it depends on what you're going to use them for. I personally lean more towards the L322 because of the tailgate and the overall size of the car 😊
L322 V8 Diesel. The 4.4L model after 2010 is the one to go for.
The L322 holds its value better and a lot better value for money.
Excellent work, thank you. Very informative and helpful
Thank you very much Adel, I'm very glad that you found the video valuable and helpful! 😊
That looks a lovely RR in great condition for year lucky you. Love the L322
Hi, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻 Thank you very much for the compliment, I try my best to look after it 😊 They are really great cars!
Great Video ... honest and very well presented ... L322 is the .... KING of any road !
Hi, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻😊 Thank you very much for your positive feedback and kind words, we're really glad that you enjoyed the video! Indeed it is! 💯
Great catch-up video, love it. It will make you feel better to know that our 1993 Range Rover Classic LSE with the 4.2V8 only does 12mpg. But we enjoy it, so no argument :)
Hi Frank, thank you so much for your lovely comment. That's a very nice Range Rover classic model! Honestly, the mpg is irrelevant when it comes to the amount of benefits you get from the car, and the enjoyment and comfort that come with it. 😊
Great video. Very honest account of the car
Hi, welcome to our channel! 😊 Thank you so much for your kind comment and positive feedback, we're glad you enjoyed it! Keep in touch 😊
An L322 is like 5 cars all rolled into 1 😊
I couldn't agree more! 😁
In maintenance? 😁
Hahaha 🤣
Great car mate absolutely love these
Hi, welcome to our channel! Thank you so much for the appreciation! 😊 They are really great!
Loving your videos. Have you found the little thing in the middle of the rear seats. I was told it was for skies. I have the 2008 4.2 SC petrol and when you put your foot down in it you really know it. It goes like stink. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much for the feedback and the lovely comment, we're so happy you're enjoying our videos! 😊 Yes, that's another thing that I actually forgot to mention in the video, but to be honest, I have never used it. I have not driven the 4.2 SC, I have owned the Range Rover Sport Supercharged previously, so I do wonder if it feels the same 😁
It's a lovely car. I want either that or the 4.4, I have a 2011 3.0 TDV6 sport HSEas my first Range rover and it is a lovely car but I do yearn for the autobiography bells and whistles like the diesel pre-heater and cooling seats. You're absolutely right about having the money to fix it though, people need to realise if they are considering getting one it's a very old car which used to be extremely expensive and costs a fair bit to look after. Love the videos keep it up you two 👍
Hi, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻 Thank you so much for the lovely comment and the great feedback, we appreciate having you here 😊 To be honest, these additional features that come with an Autobiography are very nice, but they're not the be all and end all. At the end of the day, they are all beautiful cars. With regards to the pre-heater, some cars have them already fitted but you'd just need to buy an additional fob, but I'm not too sure about the details on this though. I'd recommend searching it! I totally agree with you regarding the costs; just like anything else, an older car could mean higher wear and tear, so people need to have realistic expectations from the start. Keep in touch! 😊
dont you also have the pre heat ? what a great feature to have on winter days.
I just bought the 4.4 Tdv8 2012 Westminster, all I can say is wow. The torque and power is amazing. I’m upgrading from the 2.7 D3. Definitely worth getting the 4.4 and more reliable by all accounts.
@@eoghanfla6343 I'm so jealous 😁
I think this model is the peak of the Range Rover line, the later ones are no where near as nice to use, it also has the right size, the later ones being far t big, (or too small), to fulfil the slot that these fill, and maintained with nothing more than common sense, they go o without problems, the trouble starts when owners use cheap inferior replacement parts, many thanks for posting this walk around, there are many small facilities that you failed to mention, but then there are just so many to cover the video would be an hour long! Chris B.
Hi Chris, I like your comment. I agree with your points, this is why we try to work on these cars and make them last as long as possible because we get a lot out of them. Yes, the car has so many great features. If I had mentioned absolutely everything, it would've been a very long video indeed! But I may make more videos about the additional specs that I haven't mentioned. 😊 Keep in touch!
What a great video, thanks to you and your good lady. After managing to avoid RR for 40 years I now find myself drawn to the L322 specifically a petrol 5.0 V8 supercharger... What advice could you give me that might bring me to my senses? Subbed BTW 🙏🏻
Hi Mark, welcome to our channel and thank you for subscribing, we're so glad you're here! 😊 Thank you for the great comment, we're really happy you enjoyed the video! In terms of advice, I would say - any car you buy, make sure you can afford it twice over, and then buy with your heart, not because it makes sense. 😊 So you can enjoy it and love it! Good luck in your search! 😁
@@lifeasusual thanks for your advice (noted) and continued success with the channel. Looking forward to many more great videos 🙏🏻
I have the vogue , it’s a great practical car
Yes, it truly is! They are amazing cars!
Great video. I habe a 2011 vouge se 4.4 tdv8. Owned in 4 months and its great has an amazing spec everything this car has plus factory rear entertainment. Baltic blue. Sits in the motorway and can if you sit at 60 get 40mpg
Hi Carl, welcome to our channel! 😊 Thank you for the positive feedback, we're glad you enjoyed our video. Congratulations on your car, sounds like great spec and a nice colour too! Not bad mileage consumption at all! 👍🏻
You nailed that so perfect 100% and I'm planing to get the L322 3.6 V8TD very soon as I got a 2011 L320 Sport 3.0 at the moment
Hi Mike, thank you for your positive feedback, I'm glad you found the video helpful! 😊 What made you decide to change from L320 to L322? As many people are comparing both of them, so I'd love to hear your opinion. 😊
@@lifeasusual Hi, well I have owned the L322 a few years ago it was the V8 4.4 Petrol and I put LPG on it and to be honest ever I only spent a very small amount of cash on it, and it never let me down and the ride is far more better, as I got my first 05 Sport 2.7 (L320) and that is where the spending of money started, 2 years later I got a 2011 sport 3.0 twin turbo (L320) better power, Faster Better fuel but still cost of repairs are silly, if it wasn't for my son to do the repairs it would go into the thousands and that is just in 2 years, and to one of your videos I owned all 3 of them so going back to a L322 but the TDV8 3.6 so in my own opinion stay with the L322
Hi, What is the update on getting injuctor 4 out on the l322 would be very interested please
Hi Mike, to be honest with you, since we did the repairs to the engine, we've not really had any issues so it's all good for now.👍🏻 We haven't had another attempt at removing injector 4.
Hi Fayed - I love your philosophical approach to owning a car, whether that's a Range Rover or anything else. What you say is absolutely correct - if you're worried about the running and maintenance cost of ANY car, then it's probably not right for you. In the case of an RR, especially a secondhand one, you need to ask yourself why you want/need that car. I'm looking for a 4.4 tdv8 because I have a gazebo hire business and we need to access fields, large gardens etc often in prestige locations. We need a vehicle that can pull a trailer in and out of places like that - and itself - regardless of the weather. A Range Rover can do all that and more. The other option for me would be a boring car plus a van. But vans rarely come with 4wd or the go anywhere capability of a Range Rover. Okay it's going to cost me in the region of £1,500 a year just to put it on the road (tax and insurance) but the business pays for it. It also looks the part in a way that a Ford Ranger doesn't (my other option). Also, as you demonstrate in your videos, an RR is a surprisingly DIY vehicle. Sure there are things I wouldn't attempt - kudos to you for taking on the manifold gaskets! Think I'd draw a line at that one !! A lot of what you see on Facebook and forums with owners moaning about their car when it's done this, or won't do that come from them simply not doing their homework. Going into RR ownership with your eyes fully open is a must.
Hi Shane, I completely agree with you! 💯 The Range Rovers have a great capability and I think it's a very good choice for your business. You're covered both in the aspect of the car and in the fact that it can pull the trailer on all sorts of terrains!👍 Doing your homework is extremely important, and if we look after our cars, they'll look after us. 😊
You do talk a lot of sense
Thank you Colin, I try! 😊
One my dream cars, really keen to own one but the asking price here in Indonesia is just crazy it’s around £45,000
Hi Wedanta, welcome to our channel! 😊 They are great cars! I just wanted to confirm, is this price for the older models or new ones? The one I have is a 2009 model. 😊
@@lifeasusual it’s for the 2011 one
Oh wow, that's really expensive! Would it be cheaper to buy one from the UK, and then maybe you'd export it to Indonesia?
@@lifeasusual unfortunately Indonesian regulations prohibit any import of secondhand vehicles if I’m not mistaken
How about getting something older than 2011? Because they made this model (L322) from 2002 to 2012
I love my 2011 TDV8 and at 108kms per hour I am getting 39 mpg…mine is the 4.4..it’s not the autobiography but it does have everything except the adventure pack..even the rear seats recline!!!
Does yours have the ski bag between the rear seats??
😁😁
Hi Brad, welcome to our channel! 😊 Nice, that's a really great fuel consumption! 👌🏻 It's great that your rear seats recline, you can make the most out of the boot space! We have something similar to the ski bag, basically a flap that opens to allow you to put the skis in between the rear seats, and it has leather pouch. I noticed multiple people asked me about this, so I'm going to make a video about it. 😁 Keep in touch!
I have an evoque 2 str 180 bhp and if on a long trip I get about 40-45 mpg or around home 34 mpg so for yours a 4.4 thats bloody great
The 360 camera is a very rare option
Hi Dale, I didn't know that! Thank you for letting me know 😊
Please do a video on the spare manual key and how to use it to remove the drivers door outside handle key cover. I am having trouble with this.
Hi Tom, we made a video on what to do when the battery of the car runs out and you need to access the door handle via the manual key. Here's the link for it: th-cam.com/video/Z1RZAHXYbco/w-d-xo.html
Is this what you meant, or were you referring to something else? 😊
Stunning scenery - great drone shots. You’ve got a lovely spec / example L322. Interested to know if you’ve considered an L405 once it’s time to switch? I wonder how feasible they are to do your own work on them? L322 is surprisingly DIY friendly.
Hi Adzy, thank you so much for the comment and the appreciation! 😊 Great minds think alike - for the past month, I have been looking to purchase the L405 to keep alongside the L322 and to make additional videos on the L405 to compare similar jobs on both cars to see and test if the L405 is as DIY friendly as the L322. But so far, I have not found the correct L405 for me, for a few different reasons because I envision my videos in a certain way. So I am waiting for the correct one that would suit this channel, which if I'm honest with you, it's going to take longer than usual, so it could be a bit of a while to introduce an L405 to this channel. But definitely, it is in the works and scheduled in the diary! ✨️👍🏻
@@lifeasusual excellent! I’m looking forward to that. I’m keeping a close eye on car buying platforms. I’m not sure which year is the sweet spot for L405s as I’m not keen on the proliferation of touch screen controls. as much as I’d like another petrol Rangie I don’t think it’s practical for doing a daily 150 mile round trip commute - but that’s another story wanting to daily my next Rangie, I should just get a Prius !
So, of course, as you know, the L405 starts from 2013. In 2015, they made subtle changes in the ECU. Not many people know about it, but it's only subtle. Then, from 2017/2018, they changed the middle screen/infotainment system, and in 2019, they changed the infotainment system again, with the AC unit being touchscreen.
Hahaha 😄 If you want maximum savings but still to have a Range Rover brand - a long time ago, when the Range Rover Evoque came out, we owned a 2012 Evoque. It had 2.2 diesel, it was still a 4x4 but manual, which we absolutely loved driving.
Road tax in Ireland for my one is over 2.5k per annum I think. Thankfully mine is a 2 seater so it’s €333 tax. I like your vibe guys, will definitely be watching more. I’m a new l322 owner. 2012 Westminster 4.4. Loving it so far.
Hi Eoghan, welcome to our channel! 😊 Thank you so much for the positive feedback, and congratulations on your new car, we hope you get to go on many adventures with it! 🎉 Is it normal to pay such high tax in Ireland, or is it only for this make and model?
@@lifeasusual hi guys
Yes it’s normal for bigger engined cars to pay crazy tax. So in the uk and Germany a disco 3 or RR would be €650 or £600. In Ireland the same car is €1800. After 2008 it got worse and the disco 4 is roughly €2400 to tax every year. Our idiot government wants us to tow or trailers safely with our bicycles. It’s very frustrating.
I now also have the lovely task of fixing an oil leak or 2! So I’m watching your older videos with much interest.
Hi Eoghan, apologies the delayed response! Wow, that's so expensive! Does that mean that the retail prices for the big Land Rovers are cheaper than in the UK? As the insurance is so expensive, would that make the price of the cars cheaper? Good luck with the oil leak jobs, let us know if you have any questions or if we can help in any way! 😊
I'm not sure on getting either 3.6 or 4.4 diesel my budget is up to 18K, what do you think?
Hi, for £18k you could either of them, it just depends on how often you would use it, and the duration of each trip, because the 3.6 doesn't come with DPF whereas the 4.4 comes with DPF (diesel particulate filter) so the 3.6 is a little bit more forgiving when it comes to short trips. Good luck in your search, hope you find the right one for you! 👍🏻
Vogue SE has dual view tv 👍
Thank you for clarifying, Rob! Much appreciated 😊
عليك بالعافيه ، الله يبارك لك ، اختيار جميل جدا جدا
Thank you so much! 😊👍🏻
what the mpg you get
Hi Omer, welcome to our channel! 😊 As I mentioned in the second half of the video, it really depends.
I disagree. This car is for everyone, but everyone is not everybody ... hahahaha.. What a great car...!!!
Hahaha 😁 The L322s are truly great cars!! ❤️
I feel your pain!!! Coming soon on my channel.
Hi Peter, hope you're doing well. Sorry, we didn't understand your comment, what do you mean? 😊
@@lifeasusual sorry it was related to all the issues and things you’ve had to do over all the videos.
Ahh, no worries Peter, I know what you mean 👍🏻 There were a few jobs we did on this car but it was a pleasure working on it, I had some hiccups but we got there in the end. And we still have plenty more projects coming up 😁 Are you going to release some videos with the work you'll be doing to your car? 😊
@@lifeasusual oh I’ve had fun… yes I will. But need editing time! I have a Timelapse of getting to the Thermostate module up tho now.
Hi Peter, how is your project going? I am looking forward to seeing your video. 😊
An old L322 Range Rover was good enough for HRH Queen Elizabeth II
Hi, welcome to our channel! 😊 Indeed, couldn't agree more!
For the 3.6 v8 engine every 6k miles change the oil use castrol 5w30 not cheap crap delete the egr valves the cant take your turbos out and as i said before at its age swap the air for coil springs big thing is delete the egrs diesels are for driving not short trips
Hi Noel, thank you for all the recommendations, you sound very knowledgeable. 👍 I have not had any issues so far, but I'll do some research and see what I can do. Have a great day and keep in touch!
@@lifeasusual your welcome mate iv the range rover sport 3.6 same engine as yours turbos are your big 1 if the go its over 3k thats why i say delete your egrs the biggest problem with 4x4 diesels is they go around town thats not good short trips are killers for new diesels
I don't drive much in town, but I see what you're saying, yes I agree with you about that!
Disagree with the change to springs. Might make more sense on a LR but a RR is meant to have gadgets.
It's very handy when using trailers, too.
@Discoworx Yeah, that makes sense; you may like this video; let me know your thoughts. th-cam.com/video/hQp8uNdksNM/w-d-xo.html
Want to get a Autobiography, i can afford to run it. it's just reliability that puts me off.
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Hi Stephen, if you're worried about the reliability of the old ones, have a look at the new ones, perhaps buy something with warranty 👍🏻
@@lifeasusual Yes i will Definitely look towards buying a Autobiography that is not to old with low mileage on it, Thank's for advice.
You're welcome, Stephen! Good luck with your search! I have another video with tips and advice on what to look out for on the day of the car viewing if you decide to go for the L322: th-cam.com/video/kAPQMRbNECw/w-d-xo.html
If you have any questions, just let me know 😊 I'll do my best to help you 👍
@@lifeasusual Going to watch that now,
These moneypits are far from a DIY car come on.
Hi, welcome to our channel! 👋🏻 It sounds like you've had a bad experience. Which job have you attempted on your Range Rover and found it difficult to complete?
@@lifeasusual My old neighbour has a L322 for his garden business. A diesel. I cannot write all that went wrong. Yes you can service it yourself changing oil and some filters as you do. But once the air suspension goed or other suspension stuff you need the right tools. Not speaking about all electronic sheit that goes bust. I work worldwide in oil and gas and we use only Toyota for a good reason. Reliablity.
19:19 for you mate