Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2005 - 2013) 2.7 TDV6 S 5d Auto (2008/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Living in the 4x4 capital of England it is essential driving. A premium brand in a premium town.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everybody likes it and once they have ridden in it they are converted fans.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely quality value ride and economy.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Land Rover/Range Rover.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£24,000
When did you buy the car?
April 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Did my homework and did not buy on the spot ensured I got top exchange value and waited a week ten days until they discounted then made them a offer. My exchange vehicle was retailed at the exchange value in a nearby garage.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Always wanted one ever since having Mk1 Range Rover in 1980,s.
What was the dealer like?
Customer focussed made you feel you were buying premium brand.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Superb, floats at cruising speed, handles well on country lanes and around town. Great on snow. and in the fields. Economical.
What's it like to park?
Easy visibility and shape is an advantage, rear sensors make it a doddle. I find it easier than my Fiesta and Astra neither of which can you see the extremes of the vehicle.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing has gone wrong in the 3 years I have had it. Only had to buy tyres and brake pads. Drives a dream and for the weight is extremely economical averaging 31.4 mpg since purchase.
What's most practical about your car?
Great for trips to the tip and to the DIY brilliant for moving my student daughter from flat to flat over the years no need to hire a van and can hold a decent load.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Been a "S" it does not have all the toys which was what I wanted less to go wrong. Does have leather seats and excellent infotainment system.
