hi everybody

i have had my 2005 freelander td4 automatic for 4 years now and not had any problems with it.
Last week i had proper problems with the engine and now told by my local garage that a new engine is required, best noise to discribe it was it sounded like a bag of nails rattling around under the bonnet.
i have no doubt that a new engine is required, but does anyone know what type of money i should be paying for a replacement plus fitting.
i do not mind having an engine out of another freelander, to help bring costs down.
i live in the derby / nottingham area so would welcome any suggestions on where to take this vehicle for any work
thank you in advance

yeah get a defender

hi

is it petrol or diesel? getting an engine isn't too difficult, you could go the breaker route, e-bay or, if you are planning to keep the FL for some time, one of the advertisers in the various LR mags.

Never done one but I assume any decent "spanner monkey" type of garage would be able to take out the old one & fit a new one - are they electronically coded to the car (immobiliser etc.).

Some years ago I had to get the engine in my landcruiser changed - same engine type (4.2 diesel) and engine cost me £1200 (used but certified good) and 4x4 garage near me fitted it in two days.

As long as you don't go to a dealer of course

Depends on the mileage and year of the replacement engine anywhere between £400 & £1000

Here's an example freelander td4 engine 58,000from new 28 days warranty | eBay