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.

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.

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.

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.