I would appreciate some help from the knowledgeable members here I am torn between a 2012 L322 4.4tdv8 SE/AB spec and a Disco 4 HSE 2012. Decent ones with FSH seem to be similar prices milage around 100k. We are a family of 4 it would be used for UK and European trips wouldn't be used for daily commute.

The L322 has more luxuries than the Disco but the disco has larger boots space. The 4.4 tdv8 appeals to me more than the v6. Running costs don't seem to be drastically different. I am 6ft 5 both seem comfortable.

Would appreciate some guidance from those who have owned both and can give me an honest steer here.

Search LR V6 crank failure and then the choice will be easy 2012 TDV8 Vogue (L322)

Be prepared for the price of the L322's shocks being at least double the price of the D4's shocks yet wear out at the same rate, although I fitted Bilsteins which are somewhat cheaper than genuine.
I found the L322's high driving position coupled with the lovely 4.4 TDV8 and 8-speed gbox quite a step-up from my previous 2010 3.0 D4 which only had the 6-speed gbox.

D4 has a known history of snappy cranks.
L322 all the way.
Biased options though on here remember 🤪 2011 4.4 TDV8 Vogue SE Buckingham Blue with Ivory and clear glass = "Rory"
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1974 Series 3 Lightweight = "Millie"
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GraemeS wrote:

Be prepared for the price of the L322's shocks being at least double the price of the D4's shocks yet wear out at the same rate,

I think most members on here would go for the L322 ( and vice versa on the D4 sites ), many people that I have given a lift to and it was their first time in an L322 have been impressed, with the favourite comment being 'It's such a nice place to be' and mine is now an old bus.
Obviously it also depends on how much gear you want to cart around whilst on road trips.
If you have not done so before...try a drive in both

I must be getting old and out of touch, there was me thinking 'Snappy Cranks' was one of those American rapper chaps

Thank you for the replies appreciate people thoughts on this. Have decided to focus the search for a FFRR L322 now and have discounted the D4 having now read some horror stories on the cranks but mainly the comfort of the RR is the big appeal. If we need more storage we can always stick a roof box on.....

What’s your budget? 2012 TDV8 Vogue (L322)

Looking about £12k mark, ideally not a black one and light interior..

That will get you something > 100k miles. You would be wise to have a contingency fund of at least £2k and preferably much more.
If I knew 20months ago what I knew now I’d spend closer to £20k and get something closer to 50k miles. 2012 TDV8 Vogue (L322)

Thanks for the advice have a contingency fund wouldn't be considering one without as know the bills can be big. Whatever I buy will need to have had a decent service history as won't touch one without it.

Don’t get too hung up on service history on a car +10 years old. A detailed inspection is what’s important. 2012 TDV8 Vogue (L322)

Owned 2 D4s from new, I have a soft spot for them I think they are the best all round family/dog car. Sold them on at 3 years once the warranty was up, the last one has since had a new engine due to snapped crank at 60k miles.. MY23 PHEV HSE
MY19 Disco 5 HSE - gone
My16 Disco 4 HSE LUXURY - gone
My12 Disco 4 HSE - gone
MY05 Disco 3 S - gone but not forgotten

I would suggest you look at 2012 L322s and see what you can get for around £17k. It will bring you into the realms of 60k - 70k miles cars. There are a few about.
Good luck with your search.

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had a lift in a D4 this year and was mightily impressed with the room, ride and the comfort in the back. it had the leather interior. However as a driver, I prefer the L322.