Hi I'm looking to buy a Freelander. Obviously I've read a lot about head gasket problems - is this only a problem on the 1.8? Does the V6l have any problems I should look out for. I'm looking at one that has about 40k on the clock. Any advice would be hugely appreciated.
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Not an expert on the V6, but yes the head gasket problem is associated with the 1.8, our friends have just had to have a complete new engine after the head gasket had been repaired before.
The only warning on the V6 would be fuel consumption and the ever increasing prices of petrol. 6 months ago I sold a BMW 325i sport with 50K on, FSH, sport leather, 18" wheels etc etc and lost a fortune as the market for big petrols has just taken a nose dive (could have cried). I personally would have the diesel but thats my opinion, as I like the drive of the new common rail diesels.
V6 is supposed to be a bit of an animal which certainly can't be said of the diesel or 1.8 having driven both.
The only warning on the V6 would be fuel consumption and the ever increasing prices of petrol. 6 months ago I sold a BMW 325i sport with 50K on, FSH, sport leather, 18" wheels etc etc and lost a fortune as the market for big petrols has just taken a nose dive (could have cried). I personally would have the diesel but thats my opinion, as I like the drive of the new common rail diesels.
V6 is supposed to be a bit of an animal which certainly can't be said of the diesel or 1.8 having driven both.
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mark slurry is the v6 expert, he will tell you all about em, i seem to remember him having a problem with head gaskets on his. 
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Not as bad as the 1.8 but a few issues with h g think cam fowller problems but like Yella say,s Mark Sludge is the v6 man. . .
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Wait till yer get yer box on itTASH said:
Bet it wont be far off the v6 (but ive never had a go sooo?)Marksurry Might be along soon I bet he mentions his is for sale ( read all his other threads tho one carefull owner ,never off roaded honist)HEE HEE!
Sorry mark couldnt resist
The V6 performance will hammer any TD4 in a race, irespective of mods.
But the V6 does have head gasket trouble.
The rear head on the V6 is located very close to the bulk head and as a result after milage of about £50-60K the head gasket will go on the back head.
Avoid all petrol Freelanders. I have seen them many times fail.
Stick to the TD4 manual. It's the best buy.
But the V6 does have head gasket trouble.
The rear head on the V6 is located very close to the bulk head and as a result after milage of about £50-60K the head gasket will go on the back head.
Avoid all petrol Freelanders. I have seen them many times fail.
Stick to the TD4 manual. It's the best buy.
Oh crap, I didn't see this thread
As mentioned above I am indeed a V6 owner and must say it is a beast of an engine (performance wise). It would kick any Freelanders arse in a race as I often do.
However, they do indeed suffer head gasket problems. I had both of mine done about 2k miles ago after she started puffing steam out the back. No damage to the engine though, just skimmed the heads and fitted new gaskets, new cam belts and tensioners. You don't want to know the cost!
As for fuel consumption, it's thirsty. But, considering the weight, 4 wheel drive and lack of aerodynamics it's no surprise I get 19-24 mpg.
Would I buy another V6 Freelander? Hell yeah! It's a load of fun, especially in the wet. I'm yet to be beaten off the lights
And, I'd like to point out that some of the diesel engines are suffering head gasket failures now; so buying a diesel is no guarantee you won't be forking out for one.
As mentioned above I am indeed a V6 owner and must say it is a beast of an engine (performance wise). It would kick any Freelanders arse in a race as I often do.
However, they do indeed suffer head gasket problems. I had both of mine done about 2k miles ago after she started puffing steam out the back. No damage to the engine though, just skimmed the heads and fitted new gaskets, new cam belts and tensioners. You don't want to know the cost!
As for fuel consumption, it's thirsty. But, considering the weight, 4 wheel drive and lack of aerodynamics it's no surprise I get 19-24 mpg.
Would I buy another V6 Freelander? Hell yeah! It's a load of fun, especially in the wet. I'm yet to be beaten off the lights
And, I'd like to point out that some of the diesel engines are suffering head gasket failures now; so buying a diesel is no guarantee you won't be forking out for one.
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Er yep shorry Mark. . .marksurry said:Ming, you still having trouble with Earth speak?
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Eyopp Mark! yer not selling yer Ippo by any chance ,are you?marksurry said:Oh crap, I didn't see this thread
As mentioned above I am indeed a V6 owner and must say it is a beast of an engine (performance wise). It would kick any Freelanders arse in a race as I often do.
However, they do indeed suffer head gasket problems. I had both of mine done about 2k miles ago after she started puffing steam out the back. No damage to the engine though, just skimmed the heads and fitted new gaskets, new cam belts and tensioners. You don't want to know the cost!
As for fuel consumption, it's thirsty. But, considering the weight, 4 wheel drive and lack of aerodynamics it's no surprise I get 19-24 mpg.
Would I buy another V6 Freelander? Hell yeah! It's a load of fun, especially in the wet. I'm yet to be beaten off the lights
And, I'd like to point out that some of the diesel engines are suffering head gasket failures now; so buying a diesel is no guarantee you won't be forking out for one.
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Oh yes they are [he's behind you]. . .marksurry said:
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marksurry said:
So thats one carefull owner, fsh, never bin offroad
Sounds like a bargin to me
I want to take it off road but the wife said she'd cut my balls off if I did. Worried about damage she says. I only drove a Disco into the same tree 3 times on my off road day. It was VERY muddy and the stupid Disco didn't want to turn where the front wheels were pointing. BANG! Hello tree. No damage but kept rolling back into it trying to get out of the bog. Dam good fun
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Yeh! my Discos like that! dunt like muddy corners or slopes .Bit crap really Great everywhere else.marksurry said:I only drove a Disco into the same tree 3 times on my off road day. It was VERY muddy and the stupid Disco didn't want to turn where the front wheels were pointing. BANG! Hello tree. No damage but kept rolling back into it trying to get out of the bog. Dam good fun
Best go and hide now. case That nasty Yella bloke comes back an shouts
Can yer see me?
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Best go and hide now. case That nasty Yella bloke comes back an shouts He only comes around on his birthday in fact could be any minute, tee he. . .
Can yer see me?[/quote]
He only comes around on his birthday in fact could be any minute, tee he. . . Can yer see me?[/quote]
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[/quote]ming said:Best go and hide now. case That nasty Yella bloke comes back an shouts
DONT SHOUT HE MIGHT EAR YER[/COLOR][/COLOR]
No think were safe! he's watchin BIG BROTHER Yaaahaarrhaaaahhhhhaaaaahhhaaa
Quick Hide hes commin!
