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I was the one that reported that they are shipping additional colors. This information was given to me directly by my salesperson that took care of me during the deal.
If you're at all interested in picking one up, throw them out a number and see if they'll entertain it. I went ahead and sent out an RFP to all my local dealers and gave them a deadline to submit quotes by – 3 days.
When all was said and done, I ended up buying the Oxford edition although that wasn't the model that I originally spec'd out. I threw them a fair number and they met my requirements. I also negotiated on my interest rate as well to my favor – yes that is negotiable too.
I realize that bottom line pricing is important. For me the dealership’s reputation, being my local dealership that’s close to my office, their willingness to answer all my questions without any hesitation and giving me exceptional pre-sales service means a lot. After my first service visit that I documented on the board, my sales person contacted service for me, they gave me a new Disco loaner, washed my car, finished the work ahead of schedule and took car of me. I still interact with my sales person who follows up on my ownership experience. Is all that necessary? To some no and arguably no to me as well. But it is a major convenience and validates the choice that I made.
Hope this helps, MAC
I know from personal experience that a new 2003 RR, with the Heated Accessories Pkg., can be purchased for under $65K. :-)
No matter how good a deal you cut, or which dealer you choose, I'm sure you'll still get their awesome level of service and attention.
Steve, Host
(next year!)
I dropped it at the dealer this week hoping an adjustment could fix it, but was told yesterday that it definitely needs a new motor, and that the "parts are not here yet..."
The guys in the service department are great. There's nothing they can do to get the part in any sooner. They try to look at the bright side by saying that at least my steering column isn't stuck in the down position (mine is stuck in the fully up position, so I feel like a bus driver). From that, I get the impression that quite a few other customers are also waiting for the same part.
So, some advice is requested. How much longer should I wait? If there's still no part after that time, what to do?
Thanks.
Thanks for the offer to help. I just got a computer printed letter in the mail today from my dealer, Land Rover Newport Beach, that says the SOP arrived in their parts department on Friday, 8/15.
Perfect timing. :-)
In addition, how much do the steel side tubes run?
Also if you root around here on Edmunds you can find some info on the RR Classic.
Cheers
Pat
Wow, this is the place to go for anything related to repairs of Range Rovers. Like any older vehicle, parts eventually brake down, but in the case of a Range Rover and its capabilities, it may be worth the expense. I'll be on the fence for a while, and in the meantime, enjoy my year old Disco.
Any sites out there that cure the Land Rover bug?
http://www.kargoe.com/RREbay
nanuq - know that you've mentioned it, I've noticed that the classic RR's have a lot in common with the Disco both inside and out.
Shredrca
Los Angeles, CA
Thanks!
First, the dealer will not give me a printout of past service history.
Is this regular? They say they can only give history from THEIR dealer's history. Also, I noticed that the carpet under the drivers footwell mat was wet after extended A/C use and water(condensation) was dripping off the frame under the driver's door. Am I looking at a
clogged/kinked A/C drainage tube? Tincup, can you tell me a little about the service history of this car since the dealer can't seem to get the info for me? I would appreciate it. It would be nice to know what service had been performed under warranty for the previous owner. This car had 21000 miles coming off lease. It seems otherwise perfect. Got a great deal too. Any info would be great. Vin# YA429639
Thanks.
As for the "Service Engine Soon" light, the dealer wanted $120 to diagnose it. I found a Range Rover garage (Four Oaks in Santa Monica, CA) that would do it for $75. Very reputable. Recommended. Ask for Larry. He found the error codes, and reset them. I will drive it for a week and see if the light comes back on.
The SUV had a near empty tank when I drove it off the lot. The manual said that if you do this, the Service Engine Soon light could come on. Larry found other error codes, which may or may not be related. Well soon see.
Shredrca
Los Angeles, CA
This is my second Range Rover; I got it just last weekend and I love it! My first one was a 1990 so I'm not alien to Rover problems.
Last night, I put the air suspension on my 1999 RR 4.6 HSE on "Access/Crawl" mode and I left the headlamps on. So this morning the battery was dead. AAA gave it a jump start, but the air suspension lights all lit up and stayed lit. The dash said "Slow: 35 MPH Max". The car refused to leave Access mode. I checked the manual and it said to take it to the dealer.
I drove it (slowly) for about an hour to SEARS and the battery checked out fine.
I then drove it to Larry at Four Oaks in Santa Monica, CA. He found that the switch relay under the driver seat was bad (or went bad). That part should cost about $130. He wasn't sure if the jump-start caused it to fail, or if it was just a coincidence. Or maybe because the battery was completely dead.
My question is this: has anyone seen this happen to them before on Range Rover II vehicles?
Thanks in advance.
Shredrca
Los Angeles, CA
Steve, Host
My dealer had the rubber strip at the top of the windshield re-sealed (they used an outside contractor that came to the dealership to do it) and the problem was completely fixed on both vehicles.
With regard to the engine noise, I too, at first, found it to be a little noisier than I expected, but after a time you will find it is more of an acceptable "sporty roar" than an overstressed under-engineered unit. One test I read noted that the engine "sings" (a positive term I believe!) and now I tend to think of that every time I crank-up the revs. It really is a nice sounding unit.
1. Left Xenon headlight (low beam) does not always come on; sometimes turning car off and on makes it work. I took it into dealership back in August and they told me they reset something, but the problem persists.
2. Sunroof - again an intermittent problem closing the roof.
3. Retracting side mirrors - one time problem a week ago when the mirrors would not retract, then only the left, then only the right!!!
Apart from these very frustrating issues I am loving the rig; it is my 3rd RR and easily the best of the bunch.
Some have loved theirs, but this is a high mileage vehicle
thanks for your thoughts.
TTFN
lakegeneva
I was able to get a printout from Hornburg Land Rover Service in Santa Monica, CA. It had all the warranty service jobs that were done to the vehicle--at least the ones that were reported by other dealers.
Good luck!
Shredrca
When taking off from a stoplight, I personally feel too much vibration in the gas pedal, and too much of an either induction noise or perhaps even a drive train noise from the area to the right of the gas pedal.
I am also wondering if this is normal. I still have my Denali and it feels smoother under load.
To me the RR cabin noise is too loud when it is under load.
Anyone else have thoughts on this?
My friend says the DOA was sitting in the rear middle, leaning forward, conversing with the driver and front passenger.
http://www.nypost.com/news/regionalnews/9175.htm