2005 Land Rover LR3 - Consumer Discussions

Land Rover LR3

• Re: Excited to Buy 2005 LR3 / Seeking Owners Feedback [gordr]

  Written by: gibeachbaby on Nov 18, 2012 10:21:15 AM

  I can only say the word CARFAX check it out off the vin # to assure all past history on any car for that matter but mainly because LR3 is a higher maintence SUV. I love my LR3 2008 but must say it has had two suspension problems one while under warranty which it was covered the second was a minor problem which I highly reccommend you search a good reputable ... Read More

• Re: LR3 2006 Unsolvable problems a mystery to LR mechanics and LR production. [lr32006]

  Written by: discoman on Jul 31, 2011 10:41:07 AM

  I also had a similar problem with my 2005 LR3. And it was a rat had crawled up in the engine copmaprtment and chewed up the wiring harness. Apparently Land Rover and other auto manufacturers in their effort to "Go Green" have started purchasing wiring and cabling with insulation made from Vegetable oil based plastics insted of petroleum based plastics. So the insulation is basically a hearty vegetarian meal to the ... Read More

• Re: PLEASE HELP - Need advice on extended Warranty .... [outdoorsman1]

  Written by: colorado4x4 on Nov 29, 2008 6:26:26 PM

  I got the extended warranty with my new purchase LR3 in Jan 2005. Paid about $2k, I think. All documentation was from Land Rover direct, but beware, this is not serviced by Land Rover directly. Success in getting warranty claims paid for depends highly on where you service your vehicle. I have 102k miles on the truck. I had it serviced at (1) the dealership I purchased from, (2) a local ... Read More

• Scdaze03

  Written by: scdaze03 on Oct 23, 2008 2:49:10 PM

  Hello, can anyone tell me if I can get my 2005 lr3 land rover oil's changed at any local oil changed place? Thanks My e-mail is scdaze03@aol.com

Land Rover Wiper Blade Problems

• Re: New Wiper Blades [ssp1]

  Written by: bcr1956 on Jul 9, 2008 4:59:41 PM

  Regarding Wiper Blades for the Land Rover LR3... I've had great success with the "Bosch Icon" Wiper Blades for the front! For the single rear wiper blade, Bosch makes the "Rear View" wiper blade! The front blades have a swept look to them. They also look superior, (my opinion), to the stock blades that originally came with the vehicle. They are also infinately more quiet and do a very nice job. ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Re: Gas [outdoorsman1]

  Written by: dmelnik1 on Mar 22, 2008 8:27:10 AM

  I would not assume that. I own LR3 2005 and i updated my DVD already once, back in the middle of 2006. I think the version land rover advertise on its web site is newer then mine.

Land Rover LR3 Tires and Wheels

• Re: Kumho tires [hmfig]

  Written by: mmac1 on Jun 18, 2007 5:06:52 PM

  I have a 2005 LR3 with 24000 miles. At 22000 I took it in and was told my back tires were bald on the inside. Apparently, the back end is very suseptible to going out of alignment because of the weight. I was told by the dealer there is nothing to do here and I paid for a new set. I would say that yours are new tires because the previous ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Love Love My LR3

  Written by: born2rove on Oct 14, 2007 11:05:41 PM

  I live deep in the mountains and over 5 hours from the closest Land Rover dealership. Every winter we have well over 2 feet of snow on the ground and the LR3 trudges through it as if it were nothing. I have a 2005, now with about 73,000 miles on it and the only problem I have had was with a little water leak in the left bi-xenon headlamp and that ... Read More

• Re: Does the LR3 have Bluetooth yes or no??? [dickvanwrinkle]

  Written by: british_rover on Oct 3, 2007 6:19:55 AM

  IN 2005 LR3s did not have bluetooth. You can have it added at any Land Rover dealer and it is around 1,000 dollars installed. When you are looking at the Land Rover website they are talking about 2008 LR3s and just about all of them have bluetooth phone connections. You need to go to a different Land Rover dealer as the one you are going to seems pretty clueless. Anyone that ... Read More

• Does the LR3 have Bluetooth yes or no???

  Written by: dickvanwrinkle on Oct 3, 2007 4:15:14 AM

  I have a 2005 LR3 SE. It has the little phone button on the radio but no volume adjustment knob on the steering wheel. I went to the Land Rover web site and looked up the blue tooth information. The site states that "All LR3s come equipped with Blue tooth", I tried all of the steps that were noted with my samsung and with my wifes Treo 650 and nothing happens. ... Read More

• LR3 Tire wear issue

  Written by: dickvanwrinkle on Oct 3, 2007 4:04:43 AM

  My wife and I purchased a 2005 LR3 SE with 7000 miles on it last fall. By the time we reached 8500 miles I noticed that the inside of the tires had worn way more than they are supposed to in that amount of time. We took the LR3 to Chantilly Land Rover and pointed out the issue in May. We were told that it is the nature of the beast ... Read More

Land Rover News and Views

• OH I know the Answers.. But.. The FLUFF

  Written by: bg54 on Apr 24, 2007 7:20:15 AM

  That is constantly being represented is what I am trying to get brought out to bring in the debate.. 2006.. LR3.. problems are below. ALL the fluff in the world will NOT OVERCOME all the past problems and $$ CONSUMERS spent and the consumers were DUMPED BY FORD/LAND ROVER.. 2004 & 2005 Freelanders CAN NO LONGER GET Motor Parts.. The Escape pricing shows FORD's Focus was on the ESCAPE NOT on ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Tires and Wheels

• Re: 2005 lr3 tire update [ssp1]

  Written by: jweaver2 on Apr 11, 2007 9:09:04 AM

  Land Rover of Richmond in Midlothian, Virginia.

• Re: 2005 lr3 tire update [urrover00]

  Written by: ssp1 on Apr 11, 2007 8:38:09 AM

  What brand of tires did you buy? I am at 16,500 miles. My rear tires are worn much more than the front. Since there is such a disparity with the rear tires it has to be something with how the car settles, aligns or whatever (discussed on here ad nauseum!). I hope Land Rover develops a better solution. The LR3 is too great of a vehicle for this problem to be ... Read More

• Re: 2005 lr3 tire update [urrover00]

  Written by: jweaver2 on Apr 11, 2007 6:36:51 AM

  I had the worst luck with Land Rover. I even sent a written complaint to Land Rover of America. They did nothing! So I went straight to BMW and traded it for an X3. It's smaller but I love it! I must admit that I miss my LR3 but I do not miss the hassle. Good luck with everything!

• Re: 2005 lr3 tire update

  Written by: urrover00 on Apr 10, 2007 9:19:37 PM

  At 10,000 miles I was informed by service mgr that my rear tires were down to the wire, so land rover replaced them under warranty as they had factory allignment issue. they put the new ones in the front and rotated the front ones to the back. Then at 20,000 miles, I complained about horrible tire noise. The rear tires were cupped. I tried to get land rover to pay for ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Re: 2007 LR3 Reliability [morocco2]

  Written by: simba1 on Feb 27, 2007 9:25:31 PM

  I have a 2005 LR3 SE and so far I have clicked 22000 km without any major problems. I have done some back country driving and its been great so far. Initially had some tire wear due to a Tongue and grove type washer which was unable to hold the wheels to the axle (front) resulting in too much free play. Land Rover has came up with a better design and ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Tires and Wheels

• Re: 2005 LR3 tire update [british_rover]

  Written by: paul77 on Mar 2, 2007 10:18:16 AM

  I am buying the car from a friend...just waiting for the title. He bought from a Land Rover dealer,i called the dealer and they said that after 12,000 miles they will not deal with the tire issue. They did say that they would do a free aliegment but the Wrangler tires are clearly cupped but not completely worn but horribly noisy

• Re: 2005 LR3 tire update [paul77]

  Written by: british_rover on Mar 2, 2007 8:29:10 AM

  If it was a certfied Land Rover at a land rover dealer they should have replaced the tires.

Land Rover LR3 Lease Questions

• Re: Leasing 05' LR3's [vidaman]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 1, 2007 3:10:54 AM

  Hi vidaman. There's nothing wrong with leasing used vehicles, other than the fact that they often aren't as much less expensive than new vehicles as one would think. If Land Rover is running a special lease program on 2005 Certified Pre-Owned LR3s that make them significantly less expensive to lease than a similar 2006 or 2007 model would be, go for it. Just make sure to compare the payment to the ... Read More

My 2006 LR3: The Cautionary Tale

• Re: YOu got a bad car... [british_rover]

  Written by: sfm on Feb 6, 2007 6:59:46 AM

  Ah, good call British-rover. It was an EARLY 2006 model. Acquired in Sept. 2005. And you are right, but I can't afford to do the mileage I do and do the prorated tire stuff--that's just plain silly. While bad cars "happen", my need to post this on a board is my only recourse from a dealership that should be working with me to salvage their reputation and get me out of ... Read More

• YOu got a bad car...

  Written by: british_rover on Feb 6, 2007 6:19:08 AM

  It can happen with any make and is not limted to Land Rover alone. What made it worse is that you drive a huge amount of miles a year(ever thought of leasing two less expensive vehicles? It might work out better in the long rung)and that there are not many Land Rover dealers around. Secondly RE: The fuel system: Are you sure you did not get a 2005 LR3? The fuel ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Re: About that wood and engine.. [homestarman]

  Written by: mark156 on Jan 13, 2007 6:29:00 AM

  I had the wood package put on my LR3. I posted a picture on this forum way back in December of 2005. If you look back, it's a black/alpaca LR3 HSE. The wood package offered by Land Rover was discontinued so my local Land Rover/Jaguar dealer used another company. Actually, the wood choices were more attractive than what LR had. I chose walnut, gorgeous! Mark156 :)

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

• Re: PINGING SOUND - Wow [eljuan]

  Written by: dandrews1 on Oct 12, 2006 6:47:54 AM

  Have you driven the other Land Rovers? Mine (LR3 HSE) does the same thing. I've driven every current Land Rover, excepting the (not yet released) LR2. They all do the same thing.. If you have seen one that is not doing it, it has probably been broken in. The only one I have driven recently that didn't do it was a traded-in 2005 LR3 SE (V8) with 12,000 miles on it ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Re: LR3 Purchase Advice [ehnj]

  Written by: british_rover on Oct 10, 2006 2:19:58 PM

  There is a new procedure for the tire problems with the LR3. It is much more detailed then the old one on how to correct uneven tire wear and it gives a break down on when tires will be replaced on Land Rover's dime and on how much they will pro-rate it. I haven't really seen that much in the way of tire wear problems except on early build 2005 MY ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Tires and Wheels

• Re: Replacment tires [jobie]

  Written by: michaelwillems on Oct 3, 2006 3:41:28 PM

  I have a 2005 LR3 with about 18K miles - the original Goodyears are worn and have been very noisy since about 10K miles. I remember seeing similar complaints posted in the past regarding attempts to have Land Rover cover the cost of the replacements (tires on a $50K+ vehicle should not be this bad). Two questions (1) did anyone set a precedence by geeting reimbursed by LR I did - ... Read More

• Replacment tires

  Written by: jobie on Oct 1, 2006 2:53:50 PM

  I have a 2005 LR3 with about 18K miles - the original Goodyears are worn and have been very noisy since about 10K miles. I remember seeing similar complaints posted in the past regarding attempts to have Land Rover cover the cost of the replacements (tires on a $50K+ vehicle should not be this bad). Two questions (1) did anyone set a precedence by geeting reimbursed by LR, and (2) is ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Summing Up

  Written by: steve_ on Aug 4, 2006 7:46:32 PM

  "Although we've experienced some minor glitches, we've never been stranded or left without the LR3 for any real length of time. If you're looking for an SUV that can do it all, the LR3 is a worthy choice in the midsize luxury segment." Long-Term Test: 2005 Land Rover LR3 (Inside Line) "After 18,000 miles and one year of service in our long-term fleet, the 2005 Land Rover LR3 doesn't look any ... Read More

• Re: CO trip up-date - LR3 [mark156]

  Written by: lmgkeys on Aug 1, 2006 9:34:48 AM

  Thanks for the feedback. I am looking at a Land Rover Certified Used 2005 LR3 HSE gold with black leather, not my 1st choice, and 14,000 miles. I haven't driven it yet but wanted to do my research before I fell in love with it. My Excursion is a V8 and gets about 13.8 mpg and where I live we have very few stoplights so it's mostly highway driving. A major ... Read More

Land Rover LR3: MPG - Real World Numbers

• Re: Land Rover LR3: MPG - Real World Numbers [tidester]

  Written by: trm2 on Jul 31, 2006 1:46:59 PM

  13.5-15 mpg city driving (depending on number of stoplights) 19.5-22 mpg highway driving (depending on hilliness and use of A/C) 2005 LR3 SE7

Land Rover LR3

• Need Help on Towing with LR3

  Written by: slau on Jul 30, 2006 9:14:42 AM

  I have a 2005 Land Rover LR3 and am trying to use it for towing a camping trailer. The V8 LR3 that came with air leveling suspension and a factory towing package has a towing rating of 7700 lb; while my camper has a GVWR of less than 5000 lb. So it appears that the it should be well within the capability of the LR3 in towing this camper. This was ... Read More

• My LR3 Rocks!

  Written by: roverguy76 on Jul 25, 2006 11:08:55 AM

  So, as some of you know, I having been Roving for about 10 years down the lonely path we call life with a Disco I (Great truck!), a Disco II (mine was a lemon...but at least it looked good), and now a 2005 LR3 HSE. Took delivery last September. Alveston Red...since discontinued...with black interior; this combo is rare to say the least. Anyway, I installed a Land Rover Raised Air Intake ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Lease Questions

• Re: Did I get A Bad Leasing Deal On a 2005 LR3 SE? [s.k.]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 19, 2006 3:00:21 AM

  Hi s.k. It certainly sounds like the dealership that you dealt with pulled the old bait and switch on you. The truck that it advertised in the paper is nothing like the one that they were actually selling, it was a different model year, had less options, never mentioned the mileage...etc. That would have left a really bad taste in my mouth right off the bat. Let's see how much it ... Read More

• Did I get A Bad Leasing Deal On a 2005 LR3 SE?

  Written by: s.k. on Jun 7, 2006 3:53:48 PM

  I stumbled into your forum by accident and wish that I could have discovered it earlier. Please tell me if I might have got a bad leasing deal. A week ago (5/30), I saw an ad on the paper by a local Land Rover dealer that they had a new 2006 LR3 SE with a MSRP of $50,770 that they were selling for $40,770. When I went into the dealership asking ... Read More

Land Rover LR2

• 2008 Land Rover LR2

  Written by: british_rover on May 1, 2006 7:51:52 AM

  Ok so now that there is some realistic looking media out there on the new LR2 I would like to open up some discussion on it. The latest video is here. http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Features/articleId=110159 So what do you think? There is a real market here as proven by the RX and X3 models. Acura has the RDX coming out that should arrive a little before the LR2. None of these vehicles have any ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Lease Questions

• Re: help on LR3 lease [madiscl]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 30, 2006 11:22:52 AM

  Greetings madiscl. You would be better off not making any sort of down payment on your lease. Doing so puts your money at risk. If your vehicle is totaled in an accident or stolen during your lease, your down payment essentially disappears. It is difficult for me to say what your lease payment should be for this truck off of the top of my head, but I can tell you that ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Re: Difference between 05 and 06 LR3 [mybenje]

  Written by: lr3bethesdamd on Mar 28, 2006 6:10:20 PM

  Hi! I purchased last month an 2006 LR3 HSE with luxury/heavy duty packages. I just turned in my 2004 Discovery SE. The 2004 and 2006 models are like night and day. The 2006 LR3 drives beautifully. It is smooth as silk and is wider, longer, etc. than the 2004. It took a while to get used to the new body type, however, I would never go back. Now, regarding the 2005 ... Read More

• Long-Term Test for February

  Written by: steve_ on Mar 3, 2006 7:42:53 PM

  From the Edmunds fleet: Long-Term Test: 2005 Land Rover LR3 Steve, Host

Land Rover LR3 Lease Questions

• Re: Lease Rates [mrwizard32]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 16, 2006 4:05:10 AM

  Hi Alan. I can give you an idea of what this truck's current lease program is like. If you were to lease a 2006 Land Rover LR3 HSE through Land Rover Capital Group right now for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its buy rate lease money factor and residual value should be .00207 and 71%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease should be .00259 and ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2005 HSE fully load White w/Tan interior [dandrews1]

  Written by: grommet on Feb 6, 2006 11:38:04 PM

  There is no factory DVD system for LR3 in any market. The official Land Rover (Rosen) "kit" DVD unit is dealer install... and it's a single "all-in-one." See any custom installer.

Land Rover LR3

• Re: LR3 vs. Porsche Cayenne? [dandrews1]

  Written by: pbrover on Feb 5, 2006 10:04:45 AM

  I purchased a 2005 HSE7 white w/tan interior (currently 4,500 miles) Go with the car the fits your lifestyle and gives you that "mmmmmmmmm" feeling when you see and drive it. We currently still have are 99 Disco II 133,000 miles. Land Rovers give me that "mmmmmmm" feeling plus with three kids under 7 years old, we camp, we explore the Sierras, or any dirt road in the west. If my ... Read More

Land Rover Discovery and Discovery II

• Disco worth & why "replaced."

  Written by: lightcahill on Feb 4, 2006 6:04:34 PM

  This pertains to Messages 4250 & 4455. I have a 2003 Discovery SE with 33,000 miles on it. Blue book is nowhere near $28,000, US dollars. I'd be lucky to get $18,000 on a trade-in, I believe. I agree with other comment that $28,000 is way too much to pay, regardless of model year. The Disco was much in need of an upgrade in 2003-2004. The tech design was getting very ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Re: LR3 Cupholders have changed [trm2]

  Written by: grommet on Jan 15, 2006 8:29:31 AM

  Yes, that was a running improvement for 2006 (and very late 2005). The part number for the revised center cup holder insert should be FWW500060XXX. They also added a rubber mat in front of the Navigation screen. Previously, I bought the rubber mat for the non-Navigation vehicle and cut the back off to fit. Now Land Rover does it for you. The part number for the small "FACIA BIN CENTER RUBBER ... Read More

• Pi$$ed in Darien -- Suspension Default

  Written by: jjgghh on Jan 12, 2006 1:36:17 PM

  I bought an LR3 (Darien, CT, dealer; I live in NY) in April 2005. After 9,000 miles of flawless performance, I got my suspension fault today. Dealer says they can't figure it out and and are on the phone with Land Rover. Not very encouraging. Has anyone else had this problem and had it fixed by the Darien LR dealer? This is my first high-end vehicle, and, while I love it, ... Read More

• LR3

  Written by: mark156 on Jan 11, 2006 3:56:42 PM

  Pandboy, I wouldn't worry about the engine light because the vehicle is under warranty. Did the dealer say why the vehicle was traded (assuming it's a 2005)? Was it a buy-back? I'm hoping my 2006 LR3 HSE doesn't give me any problems but my dealer is only a few miles away. I would have to say if my dealer was 100 miles away, I would have to think long and hard ... Read More

• How do I get these lights on the rear bumper

  Written by: pbrover on Jan 6, 2006 8:30:33 AM

  Hello Everybody, Last week I was told these lights were reflectors by somebody on this board. Please see the link and you will see these lights are turned on. Help..how do I turn them on? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2005-Land-Rover-LR3-V8-HSE-7-passanger-SUV-not-Ra- nge_W0QQitemZ4602443825QQcategoryZ6296QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem#ebay- photohosting

• Aftermarket GPS?

  Written by: sf_driver on Dec 16, 2005 12:35:36 PM

  Hi All! I just agreed to terms on my 1st Land Rover. It's an xmas gift for the wife. 2005 LR3. It does not have the built-in GPS and I would love advice from the group on what aftermarket solutions any of you are using? (or have used but stopped if you want to warn me of bad products). I'd really like a little device that sits in the "cubby" where ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• First Land Rover

  Written by: sf_driver on Dec 16, 2005 12:31:16 PM

  Just agreed to terms on my first Land Rover. 2005 LR3 SE w/8k miles. Demo car (sold as new.) Silver/Black with Cold Climate package, Lighting package, and integrated 9" rear DVD system. $40k even + TTL.

Land Rover LR3 Lease Questions

• LR3 Lease Numbers

  Written by: rwalker4 on Dec 13, 2005 8:50:10 PM

  I got the deal at Land Rover Akron in Akron, OH. Hopefully they still have a few 2005 service loaners left. I received both a $4400 discount for the service loaner as well as the $5000 rebate for a lease on my LR3.

Land Rover LR3

• Adaptive Headlights - 2005HSE7

  Written by: pbrover on Dec 10, 2005 12:01:03 PM

  I am looking at a New 2005HSE7, 0 miles with an ivoice date of June 2005 at a Land Rover Dealership(Salesmen sent me copy of invoice with numbers blacked out). The adaptive headlights option is not listed as an option, but the pictures of the LR3 show's it has the headlight in the moving ball device. I am confused can anybody help me with this one? Thank you, Shawn

Land Rover LR3 Lease Questions

• LR3 Lease Numbers

  Written by: rwalker4 on Nov 30, 2005 9:36:17 AM

  Just picked up my new 2005 LR3 last night and wanted to share some info. Got a 30 month lease with $1186 down and a payment of $485/mo. for a non-used service loaner with a V8, cold climate package, rear seat, and rear park assist. Since it was a service loaner (even though it only had 179 miles on it)they were able to knock off $4400 off the list price of ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Service level/Customer satisfaction

  Written by: thalys300 on Nov 20, 2005 7:53:51 PM

  Hello! I bought my lr3 hse from Anaheim Hills in Southern California. I have 4500 miles on it. I have taken my car to the dealer ship twice for the following: 1) Suspension fault - I really didn't have any major problems with it as I have seen with a lot of people in this group. Fault showed up for max 10 times. No issues with driving or anything else. Took ... Read More

• Truck Trend 4x4 Challenge

  Written by: grommet on Nov 18, 2005 2:34:50 PM

  Land Rover LR3 wins 2005 Truck Trend Ultimate 4x4 Challenge. Article here: http://trucktrend.com/roadtests/suv/163_0510_4x4challenge/

• Fuel and Coolant Tank Replacement Update

  Written by: kkone on Nov 10, 2005 6:27:41 PM

  My car stalled once after I bought it in April 2005. In September the fuel gauge started doing funny things as others have expereinced. The low coolant light kept coming in even if the coolant was full. I brought my LR3 into the dealer today and they returned it to me with the new fuel tank, and coolant tank by 1:00pm. That is some great service. My service reps are great. ... Read More

Land Rover Freelander

• Re: Any 2005 Issues? [elmor]

  Written by: cestanton on Jul 26, 2005 10:37:53 AM

  Elmor posed the exact questions I've been trying to find the answers to. The LR dealer assured me that the company's reliability problems were a thing of the past. I'd like to believe him, but I think it's prudent to take his statement with a grain of salt large enough to fill the back of the Freelanderar he wants to sell me. Does anyone know whether, thus far, the 2005s are ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Re: How Do you like your LR3 [wannabelr3]

  Written by: hassler1 on Oct 23, 2005 2:31:04 PM

  Do not do it! Land Rover North America does not care about their customers or people who pay $ 50,000 for car that does not work. My 2005 Lr3 has had numerous problems and has been in the shop since the day I got it. I never a new car ould seriously have this many problems, but mine does and we refuse to drive it. It stalls, peices fall off, the ... Read More

• I absolutely hate my 2005 LR3!

  Written by: hassler1 on Oct 23, 2005 2:23:03 PM

  Words cannot express my dissatisfaction with my LR3 and the problems I have had since I got which are all unresolved. When you purchase a $ 54,000 car you would expect it to work, at least a little! Stay away until Land Rover North America treats their customers as customers not idiots! Just read here about others experiences!

• 2005 - Heavy Duty Package Option

  Written by: pbrover on Oct 10, 2005 2:59:04 PM

  I am searching for used 2005 LR3 Seven Seat with the Heavy Duty Option. In general when asked over the phone or by e-mail, non-Land Rover dealers are unable to tell me if the LR3 in question came with the Heavy Duty option (even some Land Rover dealerships). What can I tell them to look for so they can give me a quick answer? Help!

Land Rover LR3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• 2005 LR3 HSE Price

  Written by: roverguy76 on Sep 26, 2005 9:22:52 AM

  New Poster Here I have been a Land Rover owner for 10 years. Just traded in my 2003 LR Disco SE for a 2005 LR3 HSE. Alveston Red/Black interior, Cold Climate Package, Convenience Package, Adaptive Lights, Cooler Box. Paid 48, 545. Love it so far. Very different from all the Rovers I have owned. Ride is incredible. Just hope I get used to this new direction Rovers are headed in. Will ... Read More

• Re: Land Rover LR3: Price Paid & Buying Experiences [Sylvia]

  Written by: bluecrew2 on Sep 20, 2005 1:17:50 PM

  I recently looked at a 2005 LR3 SE with several options (not including the NAV or DVD), it is a retired loaner with 3k mileage. LR is offering it for $450 / 24 month lease, with 3k down that includes Tax, title and tags along with sec deposit, down payment and bank fee. 10,000 miles a year. Would anyone consider this a good deal????

Land Rover LR3

• Re: recent posts regarding LR3 problems [kandg]

  Written by: grendalfly on Sep 16, 2005 8:10:08 AM

  "The recall is for a know and experienced problem with the fumes of a refilling gas tank igniting and causing the car to catch on fire. They noticed the problem when someone, WHILE refueling their car, WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, and temperatures well above 90*F, the fumes ignited and the cars were destroyed" "I think that says it all folks " This is not true as stated in previous threads and ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: LR3 V6 search delays [sohna99]

  Written by: british_rover on Sep 15, 2005 1:09:04 PM

  No problems have come up with the 2006 Fuel tank. You need to remember even though Land Rover has said most of the 2005 LR3 fall in the VIN range of possibly being an effected vehicle only a very small percentage have had problems. Less then one percent of our 2005 LR3's have had stalling problems and only one has had fuel leak out of the tank.

Land Rover LR3

• To all that it concerns -

  Written by: david10635 on Sep 14, 2005 10:47:25 PM

  Misinformation definately can be a harmful and damaging. However if I felt like I could rely 100% on what the dealer and manufactuer are telling me, it would be a perfect world, but when the "information" I hear first hand from the dealer and first hand from the manufacturer, overtly contradictory, its extremely frustrating and almost impossible to avoid the "urge" to seek input from "like" minded consumers experiencing the same ... Read More

Land Rover LR3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Looking to join the Land Rover family [LandRoverOwner]

  Written by: grendalfly on Aug 11, 2005 7:14:43 AM

  So I guess you are correct and the LRNA website is wrong. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.9% APR on 2005 LR3 V8 LR3 V8 Starts at $44,995* 3.9% APR Up to 60 months APR finance† Tread lightly!® Drive responsibly off-highway. ©2005 Land Rover North America, Inc. *2005 LR3 Starting MSRP $44,995. Prices exclude taxes, title, registration and CA emissions fees. †60-month Land Rover APR financing at $18.37 per month $1,000 financed with $0 down. ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• a positive side to this?

  Written by: roverdoc on Sep 7, 2005 5:30:43 PM

  Hey, since Land Rover will not sell the remaining 2005's until the gas tank problem is fixed, those of us who have been sitting on the incline of the Confidence Course waiting to plunk down our thousands may get a wee better deal in a month or two. The recall combined with low 2006 LR3 inventory is going to make for slim sales in the near future; they'll need to make ... Read More

• Re: Suspension Fault [codi]

  Written by: ole on Sep 7, 2005 2:29:20 PM

  I purchased a 2005 LR3 HSE two weeks ago. On mile 270, I received a suspension fault warning. When my wife sits in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag off light comes on. Did you have any luck getting your suspension issue resolved? I just dropped my land rover off this morning - they seemed shocked to hear of such a thing...

• Re: LR3 Recall-Fuel Tank - Details [trm2]

  Written by: grommet on Sep 6, 2005 11:25:42 AM

  General rule: Dealers are fairly clueless and often don't get details before you. Calling this an "exploding gas tank" issue is a bit excessive; read the full description. The document clearly says "Land Rover plans a phased notification to owners beginning the week of October 14, 2005." No need to have a fit. Courtesy link (which may stop working): http://199.79.180.163/prepos/files/Artemis/Public/Recalls/2005/V/RCDNN-05V376-1657.PDF

Land Rover LR3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• LR3 V6 has adequate power

  Written by: chint on Sep 5, 2005 3:20:46 PM

  I am shopping for a 2005 LR3 and I test drove the V6 model over the week edn. I was thoroughly surprised.I was very skeptical about the V6 power but with 5 adults in the SUV it was a breeze overtaking and merging . The dealer in Atlanta said he would not negotiate on the price( It seems it is a Land Rover Philosphy ) . The price offered was $45020( ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• Thanks for the info. Some questions & comments

  Written by: stevelr3 on Sep 3, 2005 11:17:37 AM

  I have a 2005 LR3 HSE, silver w/ black interior. Purchased 6/05. I have had issues with hazing on the interior door panels. It has seemed to go away with leather cleaner but should not have been delivered by the dealer in this condition. Curious if anyone is having problems with side view mirror memory positions and memory seating? When the car is in reverse, and the mirrors tilt down, when ... Read More

• LR3 Recall-Fuel Tank - Details

  Written by: jackmac on Aug 30, 2005 10:09:16 AM

  Make : LAND ROVER Model : LR3 Year : 2005 Manufacturer : LAND ROVER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V376000 Mfg's Report Date : AUG 26, 2005 Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE Potential Number Of Units Affected : 17263 Summary: SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS THAT CONTAIN AN INTERNAL BREATHER PIPE THAT WAS NOT MADE TO SPECIFICATION. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXCESSIVE SWELLING AND CRACKING OF A GROMMET AND ... Read More

• Re: 06 HSE [wt4000] - not clear??!

  Written by: grommet on Aug 27, 2005 6:44:48 PM

  grommet, "Land Rover LR3" #2416, 2 Aug 2005 4:03 am is pretty clear. It's $900 more between matched option 2005 and 2006 HSEs. 2006 HSE forces you to get Rear Seat/Climate ($2200) & PTI/Bluetooth ($400).

• Re: Suspension Fault [chameechman]

  Written by: codi on Aug 9, 2005 5:46:54 PM

  I purchased my LR3 HSE in early August 2005 from a So Cal dealership and am having the same problem with the suspension fault light. I took the car in after driving it for only 2 days; they kept the car 2 days and said they fixed it. As with you, after driving it for a short distance, the fault light came back on. They are going to try to fix ... Read More

• Poor Manufacturing Quality of LR3

  Written by: azstalz on Aug 5, 2005 12:45:03 PM

  My 2005 LR3 HSE was delivered 13Apr2005, after waiting two weeks in the shop just to get the PDC working. New CJB was installed and problem was not fixed. Tie-wrap was too tight against frame on fiber optic line and was disrupting signal. Since then my LR3 has been in the shop eight times I believe. Here's the list: Rear interior passenger door handle and lock lever inoperable, glove box latch ... Read More

• Long-Term Test

  Written by: steve_ on Jun 10, 2005 11:08:34 AM

  "After conducting our road test, we considered it one of the best SUVs in the midsize class. Now it's time for a tougher test. We recently bought our own LR3 SE and plan to keep it for at least a year to see if its charm will hold up." Long-Term Test: 2005 Land Rover LR3 Steve, Host

Land Rover Range Rover

• Land Rover

  Written by: xkss on May 31, 2005 9:06:40 PM

  My husband has had many problems with his BMW X5 and needs a new car. I love my 05 RR and suggested he get one too since he is forever driving my car. Can someone tell me the difference between the 4.2L supercharged vs. the 4.4L? Also are they going to add air conditioned seats? Is one the BMW engine and the other the Jag engine? Please tell me the differences ... Read More

• Re: Pricing on 2005 Range Rover [jag5334]

  Written by: tidester on May 15, 2005 11:55:33 AM

  That would be good information to post in Land Rover LR3: Prices Paid & Buying Experiences. tidester, host

Land Rover LR3

• Re: Thread Size A Little Overwhelming [mgreene]

  Written by: steve_ on Apr 23, 2005 8:28:26 PM

  You can Search This Discussion for EAS and at least one post shows up: karpaydm, "Land Rover LR3" #1234, 3 Feb 2005 4:48 pm Steve, Host

Land Rover LR3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• LR3 Promotions

  Written by: rovernut3 on Apr 14, 2005 3:37:31 PM

  I bought a LR3 in Feburary and I am on my dealer's email list. Anyway, I got an email today advertising $3000 off all SE LR3's and $10000 off 2005 Range Rovers. They gave me a fair deal so thought I would pass it on. Rosenthal Land Rover in DC.

Land Rover LR3

• Lower entry price V6 based LR3 announced

  Written by: grommet on Apr 12, 2005 9:02:30 AM

  IRVINE, Calif., April 12 -- Land Rover is expanding its existing LR3 model line, giving consumers a greater range of trim level choices for its award-winning SUV. Heading the enhancements is the introduction of a 4.0-liter V6 engine which will be offered in addition to the existing 4.4-liter 300hp V8. All V6 models come highly equipped with a long list of four-wheel drive technologies including the innovative Terrain Response(TM) system, four-corner ... Read More

• Re: Video Inputs on Display [johnmajor]

  Written by: grommet on Mar 24, 2005 9:13:07 AM

  johnmajor, Did you confirm this yourself or are you still guessing? My last comment said: I haven't pulled apart the system to actually see if there is a non-MOST analog input somewhere directly on the Navigation electronics. It's always possible my contacts were misled by "MOST" marketing and the '06 Range camera is just plain wire run to the screen. from "Land Rover LR3" #1800, 9 Mar 2005 7:20 pm Also ... Read More

• LAND ROVER'S RECORD FEBRUARY SALES DRIVEN BY THE ALL-NEW LR3

  Written by: ronprx on Mar 17, 2005 9:55:10 PM

  IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2005 – Land Rover reports record February sales totaling 2,702 vehicles sold, beating the previous record of 2,605 vehicles sold in 2002. Land Rover's LR3 sales totaled 1,504 for the month, and 2,814 year-to-date. Range Rover monthly sales totaled 790 vehicles sold, setting a new best February record for the model. The previous best February was in 2004 when 753 Range Rovers were sold. "We are off ... Read More

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

• Land Rover

  Written by: merc1 on Mar 17, 2005 11:28:47 PM

  Sounds delicious. Between this and the new LR3 and the revised Range Rover, Land Rover should have some record years - 2005 and 2006. M

Land Rover LR3

• Review

  Written by: michaelwillems on Mar 6, 2005 6:47:42 AM

  Apparently Cargo Magazine just reviewed four off-road trucks to actually check their off-road capabilities: the 2006 Hummer H3, 2005 Land Rover LR3 SE, 2005 Nissan Xterra and the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. Has anyone seen this magazine and what was the outcome? ;)

• LR3 Mobile PC demo'd by Intel

  Written by: roverdawg on Mar 3, 2005 11:20:43 AM

  Sorry all, my previous post was removed for incorporating the entire press release. Ooops. Intel has utilized the LR3 to demonstrate its mobile PC: Land Rover announced today that the award-winning Land Rover LR3 is being unveiled by Intel Corporation as the first vehicle to demonstrate integration of its newest Intel(R) Centrino(TM) mobile technology-based concept mobile PC today at the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco....... Full press release: http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/- story/03-02-2005/0003112543&EDATE= ... Read More

• Encino (CA) Land Rover

  Written by: iragood on Feb 27, 2005 10:58:14 PM

  For those of you who are interested, Encino Land Rover ran the following full page ad in today's Sunday LA Times: Why settle for anything less??? #1 Volume Land Rover Dealer in the USA! Over 300 Land Rovers in Inventory Our Biggest Land Rover Event of the Year! Unbelievable Deals on all 2005 LR3s & Range Rovers! We Refuse to be Undersold! Looks like someone has vehicles in stock.

• Big Stalling problem

  Written by: wilton1 on Feb 23, 2005 12:39:26 PM

  On Jan 10th 2005, I bought a new LR3 SE from Land Rover Darien. They are owned by miller auto group of Greenwich CT. I made a big mistake by not checking these message boards first. Within the first 200 miles I had my first stalling problem....on a downhill coming to a stop light. The Dealership had me pick the car up two days later reassuring me it was fixed. Within ... Read More

• Tentative Admirer...

  Written by: nwx on Jan 16, 2005 9:33:15 PM

  I just traded in my 2002 MDX for a 2005 MDX. The LR3 was the last vehicle on my list of alternative possibilities and the one I came closest to buying. My reasons for choosing the Acura were many and not really worth mentioning here for the sake of brevity. My brother-in-law is in the market for a new SUV and he too is strongly considering the LR3 (thanks to much ... Read More

• Re: Thanks for the information [gx or lr3] - LR# vs. MDX

  Written by: habitat1 on Jan 15, 2005 4:50:48 AM

  At one point, we were between the LR3 and MDX when I thought I was going to buy in 2004 and was looking only at 6,000+ lb GVW vehicles.   Now our current SUV is acting up and we may be back in the market. However, I have just about completely ruled out the GX470 for various issues mentioned - lousy 3rd row being chief among them. The 2005 MDX, with ... Read More

• Just ordered an LR3 HSE

  Written by: lr3_magic on Dec 20, 2004 4:30:10 PM

  Just placed an order with the local dealer for a 2005 LR3 HSE Alveston Red/Black interior with all the options. Because I wanted a certain color and all the options, I was told that the order would be placed in January, probably built in March, and finally delivered to Houston sometime in May or June. Long time to wait, but am willing to get what I want. Bought the LR3 through ... Read More

• Factory Bluetooth has more features than dealer installed one

  Written by: ypshan on Dec 1, 2004 9:56:57 PM

  Here are some details ====================================== EXTERNAL ANTENNA CONNECTION FOR CRADLE Both LR3 and Range Rover have an external Antenna connection when using a cradle docked phone. DIALING POINTS OF INTEREST FROM NAV SCREEN If the navigation and PTI are fitted and the map database contains the phone number of that particular POI, a softkey exists on the navigation display to dial that particular POI. This feature is available on Range Rover ... Read More

• Re: LR3 vs. other 7 seat SUVs [habitat1]

  Written by: gw123 on Nov 30, 2004 8:02:50 AM

  Thanks for the encouraging words that the LR3 should at least be better than the M-class. A neighbor of mine has an Acura and has a number of complaints and problems with the quality of their MDX. Even my Lexus LS430 just had a recall where they replaced the transmission (and their quality ratings across the board are excellent). I think any vehicle you get is likely to have some problems. ... Read More

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

• 2006 Range Rover Sport Press Release

  Written by: grommet on Nov 29, 2004 10:18:13 AM

  PREMIUM SPORTS TOURER EMPHASIZES PERFORMANCE IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 26, 2004- Land Rover has released the first photographs of Range Rover Sport, an entirely new vehicle from the world's leading sport-utility vehicle manufacturer. A true performance vehicle, Range Rover Sport is optimized for fast, comfortable long-distance driving. The addition of Range Rover Sport marks the fifth nameplate for the brand and complements the flagship Range Rover. Powered in top-line form by a ... Read More

Land Rover LR3

• My LR3 and what I have to say ab out it...

  Written by: nomad232 on Nov 16, 2004 11:57:20 PM

  Dear LR3 Forum readers, I can't help but get the sense of lots of negativity and skepticism on this board. Understandably since you guys haven't gotten to hear from any real life owners. So here for what looks like one of the first times is a real life owner of a 2005 fully loaded LR3 SE. Ok here is some quick info on my car: Dealer purchased from: Land Rover San ... Read More

• Re: played in an LR3 yesterday [davidc1]

  Written by: toottoot on Nov 15, 2004 1:30:34 PM

  That is a key point. No track record on any vehicle is a concern, double that when it is on a brand that is known for having quality issues. In the most recent JD Powers reliability study Lexus rated as by far the most reliable with 162 problems per 100 vehicles. On a side note, that is the 10th straight year Lexus has been named the leader in reliability. Land Rover ... Read More

• LR3 impressions

  Written by: scott155 on Nov 9, 2004 11:22:55 AM

  My wife and I recently test drove and then purchased a 2005 LR3 SE with all the options - total MSRP was $53,295. Traded in an Infinity FX35. We looked at several other SUV's and all I can say is drive them back to back - we did'nt think anything else had the same combination of on street ride and handling and off-road performance. The LR3 has a fantastic street ride, ... Read More

• Land Rover LR3 accessories press release

  Written by: grommet on Nov 2, 2004 3:41:45 PM

  US press release from Land Rover regarding accessories attached. The UK site has some pictures and a configuration tool: http://www.landrover.com/gb/en/Vehicles/Discovery/Accessories/All- _new_discovery_accessories.htm LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the already admired 2005 LR3 gets even better as an all-new line of specialized vehicle kit is launched. On display at the 2004 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) annual trade show, a highly accessorized LR3 showcases a range of products available for owners ... Read More

• Miscellaneous

  Written by: habitat1 on Nov 2, 2004 3:20:11 AM

  "The GX470: "Underhorsed" and "high torque" are logical inconsistencies. They can not co-exist." Actually, they can co-exist and do in the GX470, due to it's extraordinarily low redline (about 5,000 rpm, I recall). In the case of my former S2000, the opposite exists - high horsepower, low torque, due to it's 9,000 rpm redline. My prediction for the 2005 GX is that they will get most of the 15% increase in ... Read More

• Is Everyone Paying MSRP?

  Written by: xchicagoan5 on Nov 5, 2004 8:30:18 PM

  I currently own a 2003 GX470. Like the vehicle except I have three kids and the 3rd row is almost useless when you factor in a stroller. Everything else has been great. Considered the XC90 and almost leased a 2005 2.5T last weekend. As I was walking through the parking lot at Disney World tonight, I saw an XC90. IMHO, it does not evoke the same feeling when looking at Lexus ... Read More

Land Rover Range Rover

• no title

  Written by: grommet on Nov 4, 2004 1:57:52 PM

  Thanks. Too bad. The forthcoming optional LR3 Bluetooth/PTI functions will regretably probably only use the tiny separate display/interface on the LR3 h/k stereo head unit. (Lowest common denominator factor.) I was hoping they'd supplement with Touchscreen support if the vehicle had Navigation... since they already had a GUI for the '05 RR. Land Rover also documents touchscreen use with the "Premium" ICE h/k Stereo on the LR3. That might be a ... Read More

• Question on Range Rover "Infotainment"

  Written by: grommet on Nov 4, 2004 10:49:01 AM

  Can someone here that has driven/seen a 2005 Range Rover tell me if the two pictures here represent the new Phone/Bluetooth GUI and Touchscreen Main Menu on the '05 Range Rover? Land Rover UK's web site implies it's the Discovery 3's interface, but it's very suspect. (Land Rover NA and all current documentation says the LR3 Navigation Touchscreen screen is only used for Navigation and 4x4 Information - nothing else, like ... Read More