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Rangey-V8

Formerly known as Simon1975

• Jan 17, 2011

• #1

Hi,

I think I've about convinced myself to buy a new model Rangie.

I was looking at diesel only, but they are alot more than petrol models. I've found that you can get a newer and lower mileage example for the same money. So as I don't do loads of miles, I think it's gonna be a V8.

It will be a BMW V8 model around 53-05.

Is there anything important to look for and check before I commit.

I've heard about diff recals for instance. Are the BMW V8 engines good, etc?

Many thanks.

 

rewmer

Well-Known Member

• Jan 17, 2011

• #2

Have a word with Mattstevens on here, he has a good guide on his web site too.

 

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jase750

Active Member

• Jan 17, 2011

• #3

just have a look underneath at the fuel tank and reassure yourself that there are no holes in it because you will be convinced there is once you start to use it.
I borrowed one from a friend over a weekend and from friday night till sunday night i used £100 worth of fuel and didn't really go anywhere. it worked out that I averaged 16mpg

 

mattstevenson2005

Active Member

• Jan 17, 2011

• #4

rewmer said:

Have a word with Mattstevens on here, he has a good guide on his web site too.

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Cheers rewmer for the recommendation check my website out for a really comprehensive before purchase check list www.myrangerover.co.uk - i have a 4.4 v8 and the consumption is around 15-17 on average.

Matt

 

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Rangey-V8

Formerly known as Simon1975

• Jan 17, 2011

• #5

Thanks very much indeed.

I'll print off a checklist.

How many miles had your car covered when you got it Matt?

Nice website by the way.