Hi all, popped over from the Disco 3 forum as a friend is interested in getting an early 04/05 Vogue

He's seen this on AutoTrader, seems ok, but isn't sure what he should be looking at. I sent him a link to this guide from the forum: http://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/topic18648....e+problems but very interested in what your thoughts are

Here's the add
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ad...amp;page=1

142k miles, is that a problem??

Thanks in advance
Iggy

I've noticed a few things.... that towbar isn't the LR removable one, looks more like a Writter, which requires the use of spanners

Also there is no word about gearbox rebuild.. at 145K it's on borrowed time if it hasn't been done

It's also a late 2004 car not a 2005 cos it's the wrong front end, while we are there, the nearside (passenger) wiper has a fault... which can potentially be a battery drain.. easily fixable but it all costs.....

Check the time it takes to get to high mode from normal.. if it's a minute plus there could be pump problems.. although if your lucky a replacement piston ring can sort it for £15 and 30 minutes work... but if it's not caught in time then it new pump While it's in high mode, it could be an idea to turn off the engine and have a listen in each wheel arch... you never know when Hissing Sid is going to strike

Check the stereo / nav .. as it's the later touch screen they can be expensive to sort out... and lastly, check that folding mirrors fold... and stay there, cos they can get in a flap... and this will need a rebuild or replacement.. and they aren't cheap.. even SH will make you  Yesterday I couldn't spell Engineer... Today I are one!
Inventor of the 'Guide-o-Matic automatic wheel alignment tool'
Former long term L322 owner, Up/Down graded to a Classic Tractor!

Just noticed that the front PDC (parking) sensor don't look too clever either... same side as the headlamp wiper fault  Yesterday I couldn't spell Engineer... Today I are one!
Inventor of the 'Guide-o-Matic automatic wheel alignment tool'
Former long term L322 owner, Up/Down graded to a Classic Tractor!

The 2005MY has that front end, Paul. As I understand it, the facelift came with the 2006MY which was introduced in 2005.

It does have the touch screen. John
2008 Stornoway Grey 3.6 Tdv8 Vogue
2005 TD6 Java Black Vogue - Written off!!
GAP iiD BT
2003 Discovery TD5 Auto, Nanocom Evolution - gone to a new home!
MasseyFerguson 152 - No electronics!! - Sold

I'm not disagreeing with you Bud, but often when peeps say 2005 they are referring to a face lifted car, not the old style.. Any how that still doesn't get away from the fact that the left headlamp wiper is suffering from a Viagra overdose  Yesterday I couldn't spell Engineer... Today I are one!
Inventor of the 'Guide-o-Matic automatic wheel alignment tool'
Former long term L322 owner, Up/Down graded to a Classic Tractor!

Wish I was.  John
2008 Stornoway Grey 3.6 Tdv8 Vogue
2005 TD6 Java Black Vogue - Written off!!
GAP iiD BT
2003 Discovery TD5 Auto, Nanocom Evolution - gone to a new home!
MasseyFerguson 152 - No electronics!! - Sold

Cheers both

We'd not even noticed the wiper!

He's already called the chap and left a message, and will now add the 'gearbox rebuild' on to his question list

I have an IID tool from my D3, so at least I will be able to read FC's should he end up going to see it

also dink in bottom tailgate

I recon that's a bit pricey, if the issues and scratches are not fixed. I got 5500 for my td6 on trade in last January, with less miles, no issues and better bodywork. Was a 2003 car..... have a look at others before deciding though... don't just look at one. 2011 Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 TDV8

Previous cars :
2003 Range Rover Vogue TD6
1999 Discovery Td5 ES
1995 BMW M5 3.8 6 speed
1992 Range Rover 3.9 Efi Vogue
1992 BMW M5 3.8
1988 BMW 735i SE
1989 Ford Sierra XR4x4 2.9i
1981 Ford Fiesta Supersport

I would spend a bit more and get the zf 6 speed, and e center locker in an 06. Ideally get an 07-09 with a rear e locker. Check out my book on the matter. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cliffs-Unofficial...01MFDOQ7H/ OffRoadRover.com An American Western Range Rover Off Road Blog

^^ That is a bit confusing... as far as I'm aware the ZF 6 speed gearbox was never an option on the TD6, and it was only available with the GM 5L40E... That option is only available on the TDV8, which is quite a big jump in price. Yesterday I couldn't spell Engineer... Today I are one!
Inventor of the 'Guide-o-Matic automatic wheel alignment tool'
Former long term L322 owner, Up/Down graded to a Classic Tractor!

Correct, the 06 was when the TDV8 arrived with the 6 speed ZF box. There were not TD6 cars which had the 6 speed, they were all 5 speeds.

just another confirmation,

The Autotrader ad has gone now so someone may have bought it....... 2006 4.2 SC
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The td6 came with a 6 speed auto (single range transfer box) in the later X5s. ______________________________
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