Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2008

🚨 What to check before buying

Overall risk score: 10/10

Serious risks

• Crankcase ventilation failure: CCV system blocks, causing oil leaks and pressure buildup.
• EGR cooler failure: EGR cooler can crack, mixing coolant with exhaust.
• Turbo actuator failure: Twin-turbo system has electronic actuators that can fail.
• DPF clogging: DPF clogs easily with city driving.
• Car is 18 years old — expect age-related wear: rubber seals, bushings, water pump, AC compressor
• Higher mileage (239,977 km) — check for timing system condition, turbo health, and suspension wear

Additional notes

• Early (pre-2013) Land Rover 3.0 SDV6/TDV6 has a critical crankshaft damper bolt issue — bolt fails, causing catastrophic engine damage. Check recall status. Also oil cooler pipe failures common.
• Vehicle is 15+ years old. Age-related issues: rubber seals/hoses degrade, electrical connectors corrode, suspension bushings wear. Not specific to any engine, but expect €500-1,500/year in age-related maintenance beyond normal service items.
• Land Rover SDV6/TDV6 3.0 diesel with 120k+ km — check for crankcase ventilation failure (oil leaks), EGR cooler cracks, and DPF condition. These are complex V6 diesels with premium repair costs. Budget €1,000-3,000 for typical age-related repairs.
• Any car with 200k+ km requires extra scrutiny. At this mileage: suspension components are worn (bushings, ball joints, shocks), seals and gaskets are hardened, electrical connectors corrode, and major components approach end-of-life. For luxury cars (BMW, Mercedes, Audi) the cost of 200k+ km maintenance can exceed the car's value. Always get a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) and budget 15-25% of purchase price for immediate maintenance.