Series II/IIA
Posted: 4:26pm, 8 April 2008
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Our top tips on what to look out for when buying. Add yours For the definitive view get an LRO buying guide. See below for details. Chassis and rear crossmember corrosion. Also look for dodgy outriggers and spring-mounting points Rusted chassis dumb irons. Found at the front extremities of the chassis Bulkhead corrosion, especially around the door hinges and the top corner under the windscreen Rusty footwells Pitted swivel housings. Costly to replace Window channels. Felt gets soggy and causes rust Leaky gearbox. ‘They all do it mate...’ Well, a small seep might not be too serious, apart from the mess on your drive, but look for oil leaking from transfer box into the transmission brake (handbrake) Springs can get tired and cause the vehicle to sag down at the back, or to one side Upholstery – look for rips or splits in the commonly fitted vinyl seats, and the dash top Oil smoke from the exhaust means an overhaul is due Get the full low-down sent direct to you by email in double-quick time. For details email: landrover.owner@bauerconsumer.co.uk or call Tel: 01733 468582. Get a Buying Guide full of vital advice and tips as a pdf showing the original pages from our world-beating magazine. Cost: £5. Words: Land Rover Owner |
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