Land Rover Range Rover 1981
  • Economy

    Value

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Everything leaks that doesn't corrode.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Fuel 12-18 mpg, endless repairs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Needed heavy renovation to get steering and handling up to acceptable levels.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad for such a big car - 100 mph cruising possible (according to speeding ticket).

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Endless list of things wrong - but it always started and never stopped running.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    This is the reason anyone buys a Rangie! Feel like King of the road in one. Plus that gorgeous V8 exhaust note, sheer music!

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Luxury leather does not make up for awkward ergonomics. Sunroof cuts headroom for tall guys like me.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Who would nick such an old heap?

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Used local garage and specialists, all enthusiastic. Everyone likes Rangies!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket went at 100,000. Otherwise rock solid.

    Other

    Build quality rubbish to start with, plus age and neglect/bodging by previous owners meant constant repairs.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes