If it is in as good condition as he says why not get the VIC done, as you said it makes no sense at all

whilst driving or on start up? if on start up could be the battery is fubar

I had this the other day, the battery was fubar

Correct, I have been on other car forums long enough to use the search function ;) and found what I needed as well, just need to get the reg kit sorted and maybe a couple of days without rain:rolleyes:

Just thought I would say hello, I am new to 4x4 driving and recently got myself a freelander, was looking for info on window regulators and stumbled into here :)