Def 90

HI folks I'm looking to buy a def 90, my eyes are set on the below vehicle, it has a few nice bits on it, my concern is that the warranty is has expired and with having done 40k in the three years or so am I likely buying expensive trouble? I know life with vehicles can be a gamble, but an educated one, hopefully with some advise from some of you: should I go for it, or stay well clear?

• 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 X-Dynamic
• D250 3.0 Diesel Auto
• 40,300 Miles

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Welcome .

Firstly ignore him^^^ he will be banned soon.

But anyway, back to the subject at hand.
I know nothing, but 40k in 3yrs don’t sound much.
@lightning i fink has one of the new fangled ones so may have some words.

Private sale or dealer?

J

marjon said:

Welcome .

Firstly ignore him^^^ he will be banned soon.

But anyway, back to the subject at hand.
I know nothing, but 40k in 3yrs don’t sound much.
@lightning i fink has one of the new fangled ones so may have some words.

Private sale or dealer?

J

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Yes you don't know anything.
Nobody in their right mind would buy a modern land rover without a warranty.
They are disposable vehicles now.

The new ones are proving to be pretty reliable, although when they do go wrong it can be expensive.

l've got a 90 D250 and it's been faultless in the two years l've owned it.

With all vehicles of this type you're taking a chance, once out of warranty. But l've seen them at 80,000 miles and still fine. There's plenty of older Range Rovers, Discovery's, and Evokes still driving around.

You can buy an extended warranty if it's a major concern. lt's the same as any new vehicle, if the engine or transmission fails you're going to be in despair.
Headlights for some versions are over £3,000 each. The main ECU (under the seat like a TD5) costs £4,000.
Brake discs can be £800 for a pair!

But companies like Powerful U.K. are selling a headlight repair kit for £40. And the vehicles are starting to turn up at breakers after being written off in accidents so that's an option for some parts if needed.
Aftermarket brake discs and pads are available for a fraction of the price of the LR parts.

The D250/D300 engine is proving to be very reliable and it's a very good unit, well suited to the vehicle. 600Nm torque at under 1,500rpm

Maybe look for one still under the three year manufacturers warranty or buy one from a dealer with a warranty.

The more basic specification is better IMO. Coil springs, steel wheels, none of the e-differentials etc.

The accessories suppliers seem to have taken the new Defender on board as well, there's loads of stuff available from roof tents to underbody protection.

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