In March, Jaguar Land Rover revealed that its plant in Solihull in the UK would temporarily shut down for up to two weeks. According to Reuters this was due to an issue with a parts supplier, although the company hasn’t specified which part is behind the move.
However, Jaguar Land Rover also stated that the two-week shutdown period would also coincide with a planned break in production for the Easter weekend.
While there is no suggestion that this will affect the production of Range Rovers in the UK, given all the geopolitical instability in the world it is not hard to wonder how all automakers, not just Jaguar Land Rover could be affected in the coming months.
This might lead you to consider your options when it comes to buying a second-hand Range Rover.
If you are looking for the most reliable of the old models available, according to Car Buyer you have to search for a third-generation Range Rover L322.
The publication notes that although models in this category are around 20 years old, they can still give you everything you want from an off-road capable SUV.
Of course, when you buy a second-hand vehicle, you are always taking a gamble on its reliability. To give you greater peace of mind while driving your Range Rover, you may want to work with a Range Rover rebuild specialist to ensure that what’s under the bonnet can deliver.
Reconditioned Range Rover engines and other parts can always be fitted to ensure that your vehicle can handle whatever you throw at it, whether you take it off-road or not!
Plus, this can be a nice project if you are mechanically minded, as it is a chance to work on an engine and a car you care about for the ultimate reward – an awesome ride whether you’re driving around town or heading out into the countryside.