Used Land Rover LR3

Mostly love it

By Mountain Mom (Park City, UT) on Friday, October 24, 2008

"I am torn about our LR3 only because of the repair issues we have had. I LOVE this car. I would never buy another car if it only were more reliable and held its value better. I love the size, the visibility (there are NO blind spots), the three sun roofs, turning radius. My 15 month old son LOVES looking out the 2nd row sunroof. We live at 8200 feet where we get between 15 and 20 feet of snow in the winter. This car rocks it (although I always put studded tires on in the winter). No one would believe it could get me home in some of the winter conditions I have to drive on a daily basis. It is a quiet drive, it is powerful and it is such a good looking vehicle. We use it for business as well and we love picking our clients up in this vehicle. It is very comfortable for road trips. I average 17 mpg. Our 120 lb rhodesian ridgeback loves the back when the 3rd row is folded down. He has so much room to himself, plus his own air. The stereo is great. But we've been in the shop for so many issues. Mostly because the car is so computerized and a sensor for this or that will go out. Had to replace most components of the front suspension (not surprised considering the road I drive home daily) but the warranty covered that. Can you believe it? The factory warranty covered all my shop trips and now we have an extended warranty, so although the car has been in the shop for multiple things I have hardly paid for anything. Land Rover's service is remarkable. I am always treated so well that I don't mind when I have to go in. My husband is not as ga ga with this car and is freaked that after 3 years the private party value is $19000. We bought it 2 years ago one year used at 40000K so we lost $10,000 a year by having this car. He wants out, I want it forever. Now we're car hunting and NOTHING grabs my attention like the LR3. Final opinion? If you aren't freaked by its inability to hold its value and you get the warranty then this car is great. Great for sports, kids, dogs, big mountains and business entertainment."

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Great SUV

By LRRRR (San Fran) on Monday, January 21, 2008

"Owning this vehicle, for me, is a great experience. The interior make one feel like a pilot. It has plenty of bottons, switches, levers, knobs and controls to get aquinted with. Being in the aircraft world, this did not overwelm me. It actually made me feel as more in charge of the vehicle. This vehicle is tried and true. Gas milage is ok, the 6th gear really makes a difference- that really saves the gas. The voice command is ok. It can do so many of the vehicles functions through this function (radio, navigation, note pad...) The drive feels sturdy. The vehicle feels beefy, yet managable. When on the road or even at a stop, one cannot even hear the motor. It purrs even on the open road. The styling looks a lot better when you add running boards and mud flaps to it. I dunno why.. Maybe because it make it look lowered. The height adjustment is spectactular! I could select 3 heights- access, normal and off road. There are several dirt and rocky inclines at my place of employment, I sometimes select off-road to conquer the terrain, even though there are perfectly paved roads next to it! I suggest that one select the optional suggested tires- the Michellin brand. The tire seems much quieter than the Goodyear. I know, because I when through a set. The Michellins are also better priced (cheaper than Goodyear with the same to better attributes.) Although the Goodyear has a nicer look to the sidewall, the Michellin has hardly any road noise and a better treadwear comparison. I have the 7 passenger package on mine. My passengers sitting in the third row, feel like they are sitting in the front seat. My good friend, who is 6'1, sits comfortably and not cramped while in the back. Owning this vehicle for almost three years now, has been a wonderful experience. If there is a land rover dealership near you, the have some yearly events where you can test drive your LR3 on an offroad course."

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Luv the LR3!!!

By Nitemare28 (Mobile, AL) on Tuesday, February 09, 2010

"I started out with a '01 Discovery and we really enjoyed it so we decided on getting a LR3 also. We bought a '06 LR3 in Nov of '08. I heard about a roll-over accident involving a LR3 with children involved. No one was injured and amazingly ALL doors opened even after a serious roll-over accident! Having a child myself I became interested in the safety of the Land Rover. The boron steel content of the vehicle and low center of gravity is not matched by any other vehicle to my knowledge. Air-ride cockpit adjustable suspension, V-8 torque, 7 passenger seating, heated rear seats, audio controls for all outbound seats, bluetooth, off-road nav...I could go on. We love the Land Rover line-up. We bleed green!"

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