I just want to thank everyone for your help. I've decided that all true 4x4s have their quirks and will never be "reliable" and need some for of repairs/PM.

I originally wanted a Disco, or a Bronco, and am now looking at early 90's Range Rovers.

I realize that they all have their issues. Any thoughts however between a 95 Disco and say a 92 Range Rover? Or how much one could expect to pay for one in "decent" condition?

$10 - $16k for a decent Disco depending on mileage and options. Check for rust in doorsills, all the usual bs..

Im not to sure bout a Rangie but I would guess about $4k less then the disco's

1992 rrc with 140 K miles has kelley blue book of $4000 in good condition. I get the impression from rover people I've been talking to that if in perfect condition its worth $5500 and if not you cant give it away for more than $2000. In other words as far as price is concerned there is no "decent" condition, its either perfect or its not. I think this may be true to a degree but not as much as some think, because I have one that I hope is worth more than $2000.

What mods do you plan? Why are you leaning towards a rrc?

I suppose the appropriate question is what is "perfect condiditon" on a rrc? What makes it good condition vs not?

If your looking for a trail truck, the Rangie is your vehicle. Their cheap and easy to work on. Tons of used parts available and the 3.9L is pretty reliable. The disco's are OK in my opinion. They are a little more top heavy and could have issues with the valves on the 4.0 engines. Although the 4.0 engines do seem to have more power.

I'm not too concerned on the amount of power i get.....its not meant to be a sports car right? I love the looks of the RRC, it won't be a "trail" vehicle i'll be using it more on than off-road, but i'm looking for something easy to wrench on myself.....I plan on taking a couple 500 mile trips with it if feasible.

in that case, I would say take your pick. The Disco and Rangie are equally easy to wrench on.

I think that if you are going to spend $2000 on a RRC, you better have another $2000 to put in it.

Brad

I've got the cash (finished MBA last year). I just want to know what i'm getting into. I know you gotta pay to play. So I'm learning as much as i can before i make a mistake and overpay on a RRC that needs maint.

To me, a perfect car would have receipts for all factory recommended maintenance. Exterior; no dents scratches or fading. Interior shows no signs of wear. Car was always garaged and you buy it from the original owner. This may not be what you want. If you ever go off road you dont want to get too upset over every new scratch and dent. It appears that a few people would consider this one close to perfect.


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I really dont know the range rover well enough to be more specific. With a ten year old car, their will be some things that just quit working no matter how well maintained.