"maristgrad" (maristgrad)
10/03/2014 at 06:28 • Filed to: Projects, Range Rover, Land Rover, British Engineering
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"maristgrad" (maristgrad)
10/03/2014 at 06:28 • Filed to: Projects, Range Rover, Land Rover, British Engineering | 7
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What is it about those large cube shaped British made SUVs from across the pond we Americans love so much? From farm roads to silicon valley to wall street these luxury British transportation boxes chuck full of electronics and air suspension are hard to miss as they've become the go vehicle for mid level managers, drug dealers, your dentist and the CFO's mistresses.
Intrigued by the proposition of a luxury SUV project for the winter I decided to pick up this sweet 1999 Range Rover SE 4.0 from auction for under $1K. (shown above)
And I've accepted my mission.
My mission is to turn this into one the best Range Rovers in this class to roam the streets of Portland OR.
It has 91k miles and was recently serviced before the fender bender. Ill make a quick list of pros and cons for the car that I've found
CONS
Keyless entry doesn't work
Passenger side climate zone blows warm air (Honestly I haven't had a real moment to take a look, so it could be a simple fix
The drivers side headlight is busted and the bumper is also cracked. ( I already found new updated headlights and tails lights for a more modern feel. As for the bumper I've decided to upgrade to the factory brush guard with winch.)
There are a few nicks here and there so I may touch up the paint or completely redo the paint in the same color
The carpet is a bit dirty but nothing a good detail cant fix
PROS
Engine runs strong, no burning oils, all fluids look great, no leaks whatsoever, heater and AC work, moonroof is excellent. Air Suspension was recently replaced, its extremely efficient as it quickly raises and lowers the car. 4x4 works great in the limited testing I put it through. It rides so comfortably and the leather is so clean, it looks like no one ever sat in the back seat.
So over the next few days/couple of weeks I will transform this car into a beast worthy of its name. Leave me a comment or just tweet me @khalidbalid I'll take your mean tweets, questions, suggestions -~- LaTeS
Update - In the past 20 hours I was able to source the headlight, assembly and surrounding support parts including headlight wipers and they've been installed. I'm hoping to install the brush guard bumper over the weekend if I can find the time- thats when the next update will be. On to the next mission - Factory brush guard with built in winch. Thanks for the support and helpful comments !
IDROVEAPICKUPTRUCK
> maristgrad
10/03/2014 at 05:34 |
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I will be following this with much interest.
Jobjoris
> maristgrad
10/03/2014 at 06:01 |
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Awesome project! To keep us posted on your project file this post under oppoprojects . And from then on use a project-dedicated tag.
TDogg
> IDROVEAPICKUPTRUCK
10/03/2014 at 06:15 |
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As will I. Keep the updates coming!
Alex B
> maristgrad
10/03/2014 at 07:17 |
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Can't wait to hear more! Looking forward to future posts. Just don't turn it into a rap style RR, ok?
adamftw
> maristgrad
10/03/2014 at 07:22 |
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Nice. I wouldn't mind picking one of these up to compliment my Disco I. Beware the dreaded BECM failure... how many miles?
Milky
> maristgrad
10/03/2014 at 09:17 |
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AMGtech - now with more recalls!
> maristgrad
10/03/2014 at 10:18 |
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Pretty sure I used to have the best one in town. Sold it after having to put a second engine in it over three years ago. Loved and hated it at the same time. There are tons of used body parts around because usually it's failed engines that send these to the junkyard. Check with the indie repair shops, sometimes they have those parts just sitting on a shelf.
As for your cons:
Try to resynchronize the keys. New batteriesin them first though. All doors closed, use the outside lock cylinder on the driver's door to lock and then unlock manually, then press any button on the remote. Might take multiple tries. Also, if the buttons on the remotes are torn, you can get replacement button pads for cheap.
Blend door motors. They come in a set IIRC. Very common. Requires dash removal. Ifyou do them you shouldalso replace the heater core o-rings at the same time.
Good luck. A Range Rover can be a very fickle mistress.
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maristgrad
> Alex B
10/03/2014 at 23:45 |
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Haha noted, this will be more of a nice capable off road truck,
futureclassic
> maristgrad
12/24/2014 at 10:03 |
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Hey, so in regards to this car, did you also get it at copart? I am looking to embark on the same road as you, but I had just a few questions for you in regards to the title you get. How can you sell a car within hours? What is the title situation for that? doesnt it take a few weeks to get it in your name? much help appreciated, I'm looking at getting into an auction in a few hours and wanted to get your help! I appreciate your consideration!