Land Rover Freelander Hardback (1997 - 2003) 2.0 Td4 Maasai Mara 3d (2003/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Young ish, trendy. Felt that I was well off when not

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Liked it but felt it a bit basic. Not cover over luggage area

Would you buy this car again and why?

At time would have. Dealer would not give a good price on changing. Poor value in comparison to other marques. Never used Hill descent control, so expensive toy. Thus on Freelander 2 all those off road toys are a waste, would rather have a spare wheel.

What are you likely to buy next?

Kia, as more toys for money and cheaper. Better deal overall. Felt that now being a Landrover convertee that the marque has over priced itself.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£15,250

When did you buy the car?

September 2003

Did you get a good deal and why?

Felt a good deal, but did not really know 4x4 market

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted to tow caravan, new to hobby and needed reassurance that would go cross country.

What was the dealer like?

Friendly but they were not top notch on service. Would not talk deal, despite me being cash buyer. Had to take it back on day that collected it as Low on oil.

What's it like to drive?

Enjoyed driving it, fairly powerful and good with caravan. Felt it really needed 6th gear for motorway

What's it like to park?

Easy when got used to it

Have you had any problems with the car?

Radio constant problem. Lot of interference and poor quality. Dealer unable to fix and only made it worse. Dealer servicing very expensive

What's most practical about your car?

Sunroofs

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Sunroofs, split