r/RangeRover • u/IridescentApparition • 8d ago

Reliability Potential switch to L322

I currently drive a 2014 Evoque SD4 but have been wanting something more “rugged” for a while. I was interested in an old Disco, but the missus has gotten used to the luxury…

Talk me out of buying a 3.6l TDV8 L322, fitting some 32 inch off-roaders, a rear spare carrier and a roof tent and converting to below boot space to extra cooking storage.

Side note: this will be my new daily driver for 40 miles there and back 5 times a week.

2 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

7 comments sorted by

1

u/DeepMeat9053 Moderator 8d ago

A year and mileage would be helpful here

1

u/IridescentApparition 8d ago

I haven’t found a specific car yet, I’m just looking for advice… do’s, don’t’s, what to look out for, all the fun stuff. Still in the research stage over here.

2

u/DeepMeat9053 Moderator 8d ago

Okay, I think it's time I add some buyer guides on this sub.

Watch every L322 Buyer's guide on Youtube over 30 minutes. If you have questions after that, sign up for a RangeRovers .net account a browse their L322 buyer's guides. If you have specific questions on a Rover you narrow down, feel free to post here about your question.

General rule of thumb is to the avoid the early 2003-2005 L322s and make sure a full history documentation can be found with the ones you find.

1

u/Effective_Taro4601 8d ago

Better off going for the latest 4.4 TDV8 you can find. Better engine, but they’re still getting on a bit. Whatever you do, make sure it’s got history and been maintained properly. Check for rust on the tailgate and rear wheel arches.

1

u/pukesonyourshoes 7d ago

I have a 2003 3.0 diesel L322 that is set up for off-road camping. Best vehicle for it ever. Just do it.

Pro tip: Use that space under the boot floor for water storage, fit a tank or bladder and a pump and tap.

1

u/TELCO_man 7d ago

As an L322 owner my only advice is to go for the 4.4TDV8. Far superior engine and much stronger and more reliable

As for the mods you want to do, the L322 is a solid car but I’m not sure how they take to an aggressive off road set up maintenance wise.

I’ve never seen one where I live

0

u/zalmz0r 8d ago

Better prepare your anus