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Used 2005 Land Rover LR3 Consumer Reviews

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2.13 out of 5 stars

I got a lemon...and they don't care!

landroversorrow, 06/19/2006
2005 Land Rover LR3 HSE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
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My new rover has been back @ the dealership 3xs in 4 months and STILL runs like a 15 year old clunker. sounds like a lawnmower. AND...the mirror casing and 3rd row seat latches have popped off and when searching for a coin I dropped the hardware under my seat was so sharp it cut a 3" slit across my wrist.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Positive news

Erwin , 07/04/2006
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 6A)
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This is my 13th Land Rover since 1987 and I can only say that the experience is getting more rewarding now the engine is "loose" and it really works like a gem. Interior feels great and works well and the profile of the car is a great design. The car feels solid and it navigates the Southern California freeways with ease. It is a perfect size for the busy roads. We have a 2003 Discover II (no problems whatsoever) and a 2003 Range Rover HSE in the garage. Other then the first Range Rover I never had any problems with the other Land Rover products. They are incredable vehicles, on road and off. Look forward to the new 2007 Range Rover as well.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

21 months of experience - LR3 for sale

LR3Dude, 07/12/2006
2005 Land Rover LR3 HSE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
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I knew I was taking a risk. My previous Disco II engine was replaced at 22K miles. I have 14K on the LR3 HSE and no problems the first 6 mo. Then everything broke loose. First was electrical – every warning light went off when the LR3 was wet or below freezing, numerous sensors replaced, suspension faults, automatic door locks would open and close setting off the alarm (removed horn fuse), wood dashboard replaced, fuel tank replaced (recall), replaced fuel tank return hose disconnected and gallons of gas poured out on my driveway when I attempted to start the LR3 (my wife and kid had to step in the gas to evacuate), ash tray broke and awaiting parts, etc.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

I want to love it, but it won't let me..

Combee1, 07/22/2006
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 6A)
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I was so excited to get the new LR3 that I refused to wait for an HSE and bought a fully loaded V8 SE model, w/ navi, off-road, and 7 passenger seating. We have had problems with this vehicle from the start. Among them has been several suspension faults (requiring new air compressors), a bad seal in the exhaust system, leaking sunroof, recalled gas tank, bad sensor for cooling system, rattling speakers, broken lathces on seats and on glove compartment, and excessivlely quick and dangerously uneven tire wear. It often takes several trips to Matheny LR in Jacksonville, FL to fix each problem. Their behavior borders on rude at times, and they certainly do not stand behind their products.

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3 out of 5 stars

unreliable

rob, 08/09/2006
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 6A)
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I have owned my LR3 for 9 months and have been back to the dealership on numerous occassions. I have had to replace broken components on the gas tank door. I have had 3 recalls- they replaced the entire fule tank and internal components-they repalced the air compressors-they had to update software for a faulty ignition switch and I now have a water leak from the internal dome light. I can say I agree with ALL the auto reviews that the LR3 is one of the least reliable autos on the market. I had been a Nissan consumer for 10 years and I must say I can't remember a single problem with any of my past Nissian vehicles.

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