chrisoleary Posted April 9, 2007 Share Posted April 9, 2007 But which model is the best to look for. Heard tales of the 1.8 head gaskets etc, is the 2.0 diesel a good motor? 2.5's seem to be getting cheaper, are they worth the extra fuel or is it to be the TD4? Looking for a cheap one around 3k for first timer, think that might rule out the TD4. Any advice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules Posted April 9, 2007 Share Posted April 9, 2007 I got a 100k mile 2.0d for £2750 but took a lot of haggling and it was in need of a little tlc but my wife loves it as she gave up a 06 focus for it.. 1.8's are alot chaeper and it can be a lottery with them but my 1.8 has not been any trouble as a racer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisoleary Posted April 10, 2007 Author Share Posted April 10, 2007 Thanks Jules but just like another post I recently read I could not resist and have put a deposit on a 1.8 50th anniversary model which was on ebay. Nice looking motor just praying it does not have any hidden problems but I suppose that's always the case with this end of the budget and buying private. But price wise I think these models are a bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules Posted April 10, 2007 Share Posted April 10, 2007 Thanks Jules but just like another post I recently read I could not resist and have put a deposit on a 1.8 50th anniversary model which was on ebay. Nice looking motor just praying it does not have any hidden problems but I suppose that's always the case with this end of the budget and buying private. But price wise I think these models are a bargain. Even if it does its only a gasket and if it is a linner as well that can go its not like 1.8's are in short supply. you will just need togat your hands dirty isn't that why we have Land Rovers anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisoleary Posted April 10, 2007 Author Share Posted April 10, 2007 See if i can get a pic on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules Posted April 10, 2007 Share Posted April 10, 2007 Nice tidy little truck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blippie Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Although there are horror stories about the 1.8, there are plenty of people who have had no problems with them. (Perhaps they just haven't had problems YET!) I had a K-series in a different vehicle and it gave us plenty of warning that the HG was failing. I think if I had a Freelander 1.8 I would just make sure I was vigilent - and watched the coolant and oil like a hawk. Cheers Blippie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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