zigglemeister posted:

I like them 4wding, but own one... I don't think so. They're made in England, just like Jaguars, and from what I've heard things just fall off a lot. But I've never owned one - just my opinion :-)

Member - Eric posted:

Had one around 6 years ago , it was more trouble that it was worh. Parts were very expencive and it always needed something . I dont think the drive train could rust with the ammount of oil it leaked . Sold it under the hammer for next to nothing . i couldnt look at some one in the eye and tell him it was a good purchase lol

David O posted:

I have two of them and would definitely recommend a Rangie for budget 4wd. I have a 1984 3.5 5 speed which I am about to sell for $6500 because I bought a 1990 3.9 EFI Auto. I spent about 2K on the 86 getting some things fixed. ie new water pump and new alternator suspension bushes. It was unstoppable and did lots of off-road work.

When I was offered the 1990, for a bargain price $9000, I jumped at it.

If you are looking for one, stay away from the "all singing, all dancing" electric everything, pneumatic suspension types. Go for the simple coil suspension and choose one that looks like its owner cared about it. Be prepared for a new water pump, radius arm bushes and maybe a few electrics if buying an old one.

For a first foray into 4wding they are unbeatable. Buy your spares off the net from many good firms available and it wont cost a furtune. Join the australian rangie forum to discuss any mechanical issues you may come across. You wont regret it, but as with buying any old vehicle, CHOOSE CAREFULLY and take it to a Rangie expert for assessment BEFORE YOU BUY.

kezza posted:

Who ran this survey??

Luke posted:

Ivor Biggun has his hand on his Biggun :-D