Hi all.
I've been reading this forum for a while and finding out about most of the common faults with the L322. I'm still wanting one though. A V8 petrol if possible as I know the engine well prom previously owned 540i and 740i.
I know what to look for now thanks to the excellent checklist I found and I'm fairly aware of the potential issues I will face during ownership (gearbox failure, air compressor issues, bushes, and all the usual M62 engine issues)
My current situation is that I have a baby on the way and my current daily drives (Honda S2000 and Aprilia Tuono Factory) aren't really appropriate. Here's the thing though; the missus says I'm not allowed to sell either my bike or the S2000 and have to purchase a car in addition to the two vehicles I already have. This means that budget to purchase the vehicle is limited at present to £10k.
We're pretty well off and both have good salaries (she gets an immense maternity package too) so monthly running costs aren't really an issue as long as they aren't insane.
In the past I've owned all manner of 7-Series BMWs, Lexus, S-Type R, 5-Series etc etc and am used to the potential bills that they can generate. I'm also pretty handy with the spanners although I'd probably draw the line at an engine or gearbox swap. Most other stuff I can do that doesn't require a ramp or 4 post lift. I have diagnostics gear so codes etc aren't an issue.
What I'm kind of interested in knowing is what your average monthly spend is on your L322 not including fuel. Also, how often has your Rangie let you down, as in, has become completely immobile thus causing you to have to call recovery?
I'll be doing about 10k miles a year in it and that will include driving it for business occasionally, hence I'm interested in the "total breakdown" potential as it's a bit of a problem if I regularly fail to make meeting because the car has let me down en route.
Also, is it worth buying from an independent rather than privately for the limited buyer protection this offers? And warranties, worth it or will they never pay out?
I've been reading this forum for a while and finding out about most of the common faults with the L322. I'm still wanting one though. A V8 petrol if possible as I know the engine well prom previously owned 540i and 740i.
I know what to look for now thanks to the excellent checklist I found and I'm fairly aware of the potential issues I will face during ownership (gearbox failure, air compressor issues, bushes, and all the usual M62 engine issues)
My current situation is that I have a baby on the way and my current daily drives (Honda S2000 and Aprilia Tuono Factory) aren't really appropriate. Here's the thing though; the missus says I'm not allowed to sell either my bike or the S2000 and have to purchase a car in addition to the two vehicles I already have. This means that budget to purchase the vehicle is limited at present to £10k.
We're pretty well off and both have good salaries (she gets an immense maternity package too) so monthly running costs aren't really an issue as long as they aren't insane.
In the past I've owned all manner of 7-Series BMWs, Lexus, S-Type R, 5-Series etc etc and am used to the potential bills that they can generate. I'm also pretty handy with the spanners although I'd probably draw the line at an engine or gearbox swap. Most other stuff I can do that doesn't require a ramp or 4 post lift. I have diagnostics gear so codes etc aren't an issue.
What I'm kind of interested in knowing is what your average monthly spend is on your L322 not including fuel. Also, how often has your Rangie let you down, as in, has become completely immobile thus causing you to have to call recovery?
I'll be doing about 10k miles a year in it and that will include driving it for business occasionally, hence I'm interested in the "total breakdown" potential as it's a bit of a problem if I regularly fail to make meeting because the car has let me down en route.
Also, is it worth buying from an independent rather than privately for the limited buyer protection this offers? And warranties, worth it or will they never pay out?
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