1971 Land Rover Series 3 2286cc Series III petrol hard- review from UK and Ireland
"Way outclassed by the Lada Niva I owned later"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Chassis rot requiring replacement of both dumb-irons, 3 outriggers and the rear cross member - all when the car was only 12 years old.
Severe wear of Zenith carburetter body, at the throttle spindle.
Layshaft bearing failure in 4F1R gearbox.
Aftermarket Fairey overdrive gearbox became very noisy.
Engine wouldn't hold tappet clearances between services.
Oil consumption only 150 miles per pint.
Rotten door and tailgate frames. Doortops required replacement when only 14 years old.
General comments?
Over-estimated, and difficult to drive. Poor visibility due to low setting of the narrow front window, and stupid wiper pattern caused by the split in the screen at the middle.
Ineffective heater.
Very noisy, and the ride is inexcusably hard.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1982 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1989 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 petrol OHV Manual |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 0/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 71000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 162000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 16th April, 2002 |