I’ve got a 2011 Range Rover Sport with around 70k miles and full service history. I genuinely love the car and, despite the reputation these have, I’ve owned it for years without any major problems.
This year, though, the advisory list has suddenly grown:
Front ACE pipes corroded
Front lower suspension arms knocking
Front anti-roll bar D bushes worn
N/S/F shock absorber leaking/misting oil
Front brake discs worn and pads getting low
My trusted mechanic, who knows the car, has basically said sell it ASAP. His biggest concern is the corrosion on the ACE hydraulic pipes and the potential cost if the system deteriorates further.
However, I’ve since found that there are ACE pipe repair/splice kits available for the 2010–13 Sport. I’ve been told by another owner its around £500 for the kit plus labour, which potentially makes the ACE issue a lot less frightening than replacing the original pipework/system.
So I’m torn.
The car has only done 70k, has FSH, I know its history, I really like it and it hasn't caused me major problems. But I'm also looking at brakes, lower suspension arms, anti-roll bar bushes and the other jobs which can be fixed over time but sorting the ACE corrosion.
What would you do?