landys still the same as ever then..
1 x heater control replaced
1 x radiator replaced
2 x transfer boxes replaced
1 x set of gear selectors replaced
1 x gearbox awaiting replacement
1 x Rear diff replaced
Both front swivel housing seals replaced.
Both rear passenger door locks (central locking) fail to work 100% in cold weather.
Clocks replaced
Electrical faults, don’t even go there!
Heated seats replaced.
Windscreen has just cracked all the way across for no apparent reason!
Paint falling off front radiator panel.
Rust, yes plenty and this includes galvanised parts.
Engine management alarm activates at least once a month sometimes activating engine recovery mode i.e. 5 mph (this means I cannot go beyond the local area without carrying a HawkEye unit) .
With exception of the very latest models, I’ve owned almost every model i.e. SII onwards and I’ve never experienced such reliability problems such as the above
Although my local L/R dealership has so far honoured the above work under the vehicle warranty, I’m not sure what is going to happen after this warranty expires!
The only sensible financial option will probably be is to sell it SOLD AS SEEN!
Will I ever buy another new Land Rover, not a chance? I’ll be looking at the Japanese market thank you very much.
One last thing, if you’re thinking of maintaining / working on the vehicle yourself, well forget it.
Due to the fact the Puma has only been around for three years!
There are no parts/workshop manuals available, so you’ll have no points of reference!!!!
This sucks, believe me with the daily running issues of this model you’ll need them or a very friendly dealership.
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