I'VE MASSIVELY OVERSPENT TRANSFORMING MY 'DREAM SPEC' RANGE ROVER!

[@ZmogusJaponija]

There is something deeply satisfying seeing such a classy interior, with analog instrument cluster, real buttons, no huge screens.

[@Rossbott1964]

I’m definitely of the same opinion 👍

[@mattwright2964]

Yeah, I hate those screens, in fact they are dangerous. It amazes me they are allowed. Fiddling with touch screens goibg through options trying to do simple changes that used to be switches is bonkers. Completely backward step.

[@dailyhunter3683]

​@@mattwright2964My thoughts exactly 👍💯.

[@kenem1946]

@@Rossbott1964 me too 👌

[@davidmarshall5596]

Could not agree more! Bloody ludicrous car manufacturers gimmicky style that is very dangerous trying to operate whist driving! Don't know how they get away with it!

[@aqibali2327]

I’m a simple man, I see “massively overspent” I click the video

[@Brigitte.286]

Mat U love a 322, lve never seen U smile saying massively overspent before! Massively treated myself more apt. Lovley RR

[@colinmaynard2879]

The title was unnecessary… seeing a Range Rover thumbnail you know what he’ll have done!

[@johnchincotta1qwdb15]

Hi Matt,you seem to be very fond of these old Range Rover models.Nice looking cars actually,but in terms of reliability,they leave a lot to be desired.

[@roberthampton6438]

Massively overspent. Lol,that’s normal for Land Rover running costs

[@meti9230]

U are a very simple man indeed

[@Phuc_Yhou]

Very nice result Matt, I've got the same model/year with 225k miles and running on LPG (68p/litre) as my work van, its a bit rough around the edges but the interior is great with a similar worn steering wheel, despite its faults its been reliable and the Jag engine is still silky smooth 😎👍

[@ozhoneybadger]

Interesting congratulations

[@IANWHITWORTH1]

You do not overspend you preserve and care for cars you own. I can only afford one, but I love your videos they are so entertaining thanks Matt.

[@pauldavies6037]

Its nice if you have the money lucky Matt

[@lear60man]

Foundry Grey....thats the official color of the interior trim. Super hard to find touch up paint, most people just remove the parts and respray in an eye matched color which works just fine. Once again you have done a beautiful job bringing back another RR. My RR Classic is coming out of paint in the next few weeks and it will be done.

[@roba4297]

I once owned the same colour L322 with the 4.4l BMW petrol engine on a 52 plate. This vehicle at one time was owned by Peter Shand Kidd. It was a wonderful car and I wish to this day I had not parted company with our family car. Despite all warnings about having an L322 , it never once let us down.....total opposite to Range Rover Sports I bought subsequently.

[@chrissmart4984]

Hi Matt I my mind everyone should buy a car they can afford, then look after it properly with servicing on time and everything fixed the moment it even looks like breaking, look after the tyres and wiper blades and with diesel cars give them a long run every month or so…..that’s what I do and after many years and many cars not a single one has ever broken down or ever let me down…..issues only occur when you can’t afford to maintain the car you own. Great vid lovely classy RR 😎

[@md-detailing]

This spec on a L322 look fab Matt. Money well spent, the green looks very cool and the interior is so modern for its age! :D Great video as usual Matt! :D

[@salamov963]

l322 will always look classy and timeless. :)

[@iankirk2266]

Hi Matt , we have a 2005 l322 n had a strange noise which turned out to be hand brake shoes , the back plate had rusted through on the near side n the spring fitting let go so the handbrake shoe was scraping the inside of the disc, also I had to repair the near side jacking point as it had corroded away ! 80x40 box section to the rescue ! Drives great though n it's definitely a" champagne Charlie for lemonade money "type of car , love an old rangie !

[@stephenbibby8650]

The L322 was the last RR I really liked . It had the right combination of luxury and utilitarianism. The latest ones lean far to the side of luxury , I can’t see farmers chucking the odd bale of hay or a sheep in the back of a modern one and driving it across farm land in the middle of winter.

[@Tahvyy]

It looks great to its original spec. I have the same rear camera problem, I used to hit it and it would work but now it’s done. That’s a keeper no matter what.🤩 Those big headrest always makes it look substantial. Lol

[@darrenjaundrill2010]

As always, well done Matt. For those hopeless romantics who cannot escape the allure of Land Rover, it's always a pleasure to see someone else with the same enchantment. She is looking fantastic. The L322 has a timeless understated regal look. Entirely agree with changing the grille back. Is this one to keep as your own or is the plan to sell on?

[@colincleary8669]

I love that range rover matt I was one of the guys mithering you for an update on it and I must say it's stunning and knowing you and how you sort your motors out its going to be the dogs do dars when completely finished well done matt and regular updates would really be appreciated 👍

[@TheVintageApplianceEmporium]

I went to Lidl this evening in my 2010 L322 and the car makes something as mundane as shopping an event. There's nothing quite like them. Obviously I /have/ to shop at a budget supermarket because the car continues to bash me over the head and run off with all my money. But it's so worth it 😂

[@gwilko6452]

I have just dried stored my 2004 4.4 v8 petrol Vouge. Ive got a list of things to do which i will get round to over the next few years. Just couldn't bring myself to sell it. Hopefully going to make it mint. It is mechanically sound as have already had full service, gearbox service and alternator fitted in 2 years of ownership. Need to get digital dash done, air con fixed. Rust to rear arches and few scratches buffed out, new key as fob is a bit mangled. Change front grill to original and thats about it. Cant wait for it to be finished. I believe they will go up in value in years to come. Especially N/A engines. Yours is looking amazing ❤

[@adzy166]

I had same issue with reverse camera - bought replacement from powerful UK and works a treat. Just buy a voltage regulator to go with it so you don’t get interference pattern on the screen.

[@rafflesnh]

Funny how you can mention their name, but my posts just get deleted by KZbin for spamming!

[@tonyblackie3277]

​@@rafflesnhI think it's because those two parts of the name are not connected by the algorithm, but (and I won't put it or it will prob get rejected) a capital in the p either with or without space between it and the abbreviation for your beautiful country is enough to make the spam link.

[@DaleSteel]

Well Matt I need a spot on your show. I've one up'd you again this Week had another disaster. Just driving one of sale car a mk2 audi TT 3.2... as I'm driving I hear a bang under the car. I thought I'd drove over something but couldn't see anything in the mirror. 30 seconds later..... LOW OIL PRESSURE.... so I pulled over turned engine off. The sump was totally missing. I could see bottom of crank. Luckily the engine was running fine no knocking just before i switched it offso I think atleast the engine might of survived. What a week its on weds!! Love the motor trade!

[@doodemog]

I’ve just spent 2500 on getting my 10 year old freelander 2 fixed 😬, been reliable for 10 years, 165000 on the clock but transfer box on its way out, best car I’ve ever had so ain’t ditching it just yet

[@Northernerdownsouth]

One of the most reliable Landrover models period

[@biffa4444]

Loving the L322. I have an 07 diesel V8 . Repaired my reverse camera by buying a £7 bullet camera on amazon and fitting it in the original camera holder still works perfectly after 5 years. Also I'm sure powerful uk do an after market one too. Really enjoy your content especially Range Rover stuff

[@mattburke6346]

Could you give me a link to that camera? Do you literally just cut the wires and solder them onto the new one?

[@skodakatie7341]

This Range Rover certainly looks a different car to the one you bought. Massively overspent is a given with you Matt, however it’s clear to see where the money has gone. I can totally understand your passion for these vehicles, because I am obsessed with all things Škoda. As always great content, I enjoyed watching it ❤.

[@Macca5]

Matt, you obviously love the brand. Spend what you think and enjoy the drive 👍🏼 you only live once !!

[@stuartpeacock8257]

‘Weird obsession,hobby.’ I love it and sums up our own obsession Matt

[@michaelcrisolito1051]

Definitely a keeper Matt. When are we getting I'VE MASSIVELY OVERSPENT merchandise?👍

[@marktowill2828]

Such a well-engineered car my 2008 has 247000 km. has the original airsprings which will hurt when they wear, I use a 303 protectant to promote longevity! I was proactive and rebuilt the Hitachi air compressor. Other than regular maintenance it has been flawless! The Canadian winters and road salt have me doing annual corrosion control which includes POR 15 a U.S. product on the air reservoir and behind the plastic liner starting in front of the rear wheels, What was the mysterious noise in your RR?

[@nicholasholland-smith1324]

Hey YES there it is, I prefer this one over your other ones. Looks great, clean and as new!! I replaced the steering wheel on my Disco for £250 in the end even after first giving the original leather one some treatment which looked ok for a while. I think it would save you time and hassle. Can Jimmy repair mouse nibbled seat cushion as in my Cayenne?

[@DaDa-David]

Excellent as always Matt 🙂 totally get you with this, nice pretty, clean well specced car with no 'Gangsta' bling and the grille and shark vents back to normal...love it!

[@damienslash]

It's remarkable how good it looks. Worth every penny

[@andybutler2291]

"I could use it and see what faults develop. Create a bit of a snagging list..." That's going to be the mechanical equivalent of perpetual motion, rolling on and on, job's going on the list as jobs are done and taken off it. But we love and admire your tenacity mate, even if we don't share the slightly masochistic excitement of running an older Rangey while it tries to suck all your money from your bank accounts. Makes for great content, and that's why we keep coming back. 👍👍

[@OddSocksQueen]

I do interior smart repairs, you can get the steering wheel sprayed similarly to how they do it in factory for 35-50 ish if you get someone decent to do it. You want them to use a chemical spray and not water based otherwise as soon as you come to wash it, it’ll come off black and isn’t durable.

[@Rolenz]

I have the same one (make/model/year/engine) but in the dark blue color with a cream interior. Absolutely love it even though it does have some of the usual electrical gremlins when it gets really cold out, even though everything works 99% of the time. ;) Was -13 when I went out this morning, and the first thing the car notified me about was that the suspension had a fault.. which then disappeared once the morning frost went away. They are so nice to drive that it almost feels like you are cheating when in traffic.

[@Matthew-m6c2p]

Hey mate why don't you purchase some dura bright tyres for your green land rover your car would look more better with Dura bright tyres and you could do with having some musical air horns fitted to your green land rover then you could give people musical tones when you pass bye

[@-s3m-]

2:01 awewewewe - as a non-native english speaker, this combination of words ALWAYS makes me do that as well

[@davidarter6271]

You have shown us the value of buying and renovating good older cars as opposed to wasting money on new cars, which seem to be either very expensive, unobtainable or just plain crap in the case of EV’s. After watching your LS430 videos a couple of years ago I bought one. Couldn’t be happier with my purchase and have kept it up to original excellent condition. The ‘2000’s were the sweet spot in car manufacture (with the exception of Mercedes of course) and keeping these cars for a long time will reap benefits. Many thanks once again for another fantastic video, Matt.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Well done. They’re great cars

[@IlEstToutSeul]

Do you mind if I ask how you knew which one to buy? I’m keen to buy an older one like this as I’ve been stuck in the PCP rat race for years and sick of throwing money away. Don’t have a clue where to start on how to know what is / isn’t a good deal, and whether a car like this is likely to cause issues down the line, besides the obvious checks of service history. Thanks

[@davidarter6271]

@@IlEstToutSeulIf you are referring to an LS430, all dealers have the details of the service history of all the Lexuses (Lexii?) They service. When I was looking to buy mine, the Service Manager from the dealership rang me on a SUNDAY afternoon and said it was a fantastic car! He then emailed me the list of what had been done on the car. After examining the car yourself, I would have a chat to the dealer who looks after it. The other thing, of course, is doing a carVertical check to see if there is any accident history and all the other stuff will give you more information to help you make a decision. Then, if you are still unsure have it inspected by a mechanic you trust to give the final OK. And remember, if the seller balks at allowing you to do any of these checks, walk away. He’s hiding something.

[@alansorbie4038]

It looks great. Massively overspent vs spending what’s needed to maintain it properly…. It always costs more than you hope….. if you exhale loudly whilst paying a bill to keep a car like this going you’re probably spending about the right amount 😊

[@missogyny4921]

Royal Steering Wheels are the answer - retrimmed my Mk5 Golf GTI wheel and did a brilliant job.

[@realbrass]

Hi Matt, that squealing sound is very familiar....I have a 2014 disco 4 and theres a clip in the electronic parking break hub which has a retaining pin that corrodes and allows the clip to break free and it can get stuck in the shoe making an excruciating metal on metal shriek. I don't know if that model has the same park break setup but could be worth investigating. Just a thought. Lovely car though and great to see such care and love being lavished on a very worthy old motor.

[@electrician1602]

Like we agreed about your recent 5.0 V8 Jaguar, this comes from an era when cars were better. Maybe not as quick as nowadays, but they were more ‘analog’, more mechanical, less tracked! I think my appreciation of 00’s cars may have something to do with the fact that the world seemed a better place back then, not as good as the 90’s and probably countless other decades, but my eyes are open to the horrific direction humanity is being led down now and I’m seriously disillusioned with virtually all institutions, and I think I include modern cars in that. I’m going to buy a B7 RS4 I think. Nice one Matt.

[@TB1M1]

Ah nah they were betteer in 1990's after 2000 it's downhill. It's not just more mechnical but better quality tooling, paint etc. They really didn't have planned obselesense in mind in 1990's.

[@Unknown_Tranquility]

Doing all the right things, the right way. This ticks so many boxes. You're absolutely right to keep driving it - it's by far and away the best method of sorting niggly issues. Not a Range Rover chap, but fully understand why you are.

[@greenbow7888]

5:09 first world problems dude. We used to say wear and tear gave character to our belongings. The if we dinged anything like furniture, there were no tears. Dings, bangs, and scratches, were representative of how long something had looked after us. (I do kind of know what you mean though in this case. Steering wheel a bit scruffy with little bits hanging off.) ER: Rear camer and front parking sensors, check wiring.

[@antoniopalmero4063]

Still massively spending on my TDV8 . Love the Petrol V8 .

[@edithwhitebrownhall]

Spec’s gorgeous, can’t get over how gorgeous the interiors is especially

[@angusmacdonald5300]

It IS a cool car indeed and a great, classy color! Very similar to my new MINI (BMW) Countryman S - they call it Smokey Green. You did the right thing to massively overspend on this classic!

[@russfoggan4092]

Great job Matt, so glad you took the SC grill and vents off, this would be my dream spec L322 if I had the chance, that interior!!!!!!

[@edwardbates2562]

I found that Bees Wax is great for restoring and looking after steering wheels.

[@gamercuhhh2306]

Love my good old l322’s would love to see more videos of you saving these Land Rovers

[@dsummers8191]

This really is a magnificent looking vehicle. The removal of the incorrect grilles etc. have made all the difference not to mention the mud flaps giving it an air of the gentleman farmer. Thank you.

[@oliverlondon5246]

I LOVE this colour. It’s a nice shade of green which give this car such an elegant look 💚

[@AW8UK]

6 years ago I bought a 2005 L320 (JLR) 4.4 HSE. I also took time & money to give it TLC (including underneath) .... Nice standard looking vehicle.... mine absent of bling. Sadly sold due to change of then circumstances. Was mode reliable than my E53 BMW X5 4.4I. I miss both cars though.

[@jacklane8642]

The grill makes all the difference so much classier

[@NGMonocrom]

Love your blatant honesty, Matt. And now it's in the title of the video. 😁

[@berwhaletheavenger]

Despite the reliability dramas, the L322 was peak Range Rover if you'll forgive the pun. Having said that, 'Peak Range Rover' has a certain ring to it. Invoice enclosed.

[@stupornaut4774]

Nice that. Went straight to the garage website to see if it was listed before I even clicked the video thumbnail 😂

[@JayBrainstorm123]

Looks great! Reminds me how much I miss my L322, I will have another one day

[@carlosfandango2419]

Harry Metcalfe and Jeremy Clarkson both run one of these so you're in good company. Nice car.

[@Furzepark-c8j]

Love it. No such thing as overspending on an L322. They are exempt. I have a 20 year old one with 175k on it. It's a constant labour of love. 😂😂😂

[@andysalter4473]

A bloke near me has the same model on a 57 plate. He has the super charged mesh additions with shiny metallic effect car mats and red hand painted lettering.. Silver paintwork. It looks absolutely shocking. You can imagine what his Missus looks like!

[@andyjamieson9576]

Matt, you missed the 3D plates, chrome trim, universal back box and 22” rims. Good effort though!

[@99AmethystZJ]

You're right Matt, great colour that especially when the sun catches it..also love the interior seat colour,.. Bless your worried face when you first heard that sound😊did you find out what it was? 👍

[@grantod1]

Royal Steering Wheels will re trim the wheel for few hundred pounds, have used and highly recommend.

[@chrisclayton2278]

I have just bought the 4.2 supercharged with 66k on the clock, my first thing was to get the engine and box serviced, money well spent ! My next plan is to follow your path and do the body work also 👌. Great video, thanks for sharing

[@giff1669]

The side grills were called Brunel Vents I seem to recall. My first new Range Rover was Giverney Green with cream leather. Beautiful car- good taste Matt

[@jimjam623]

TTW AutoTrim (Nottingham) do some really nice work by the look - might be worth a look for replacing the steering wheel leather (first search result). I’m surprised Exmoor Trim (Defender / LR specialist trim) don’t offer a wider range of interior refurbishment products, maybe it’s worth a call and a prod - the certainly have the capabilities according to a recent LR Live factory tour. Look forward to seeing what you do. I’ve no affiliation with either company.

[@nickgilbert6445]

I’m a massive L322 fan, currently have a 2011 4.4tdv8 in Grey which I think is the best colour for the last facelift, It replace my L405, but a older one it has to be green, very tempted to get a 4.4 petrol to Play with!!

[@subarnosinha8042]

"I've massively overspent" should be the byline for your autobiography, don't you think? Jokes apart, I love this spec of Range Rover and how it turned out after TLC. Happy motoring Matt, this old girl has a lot of life left in her.

[@originalchill]

When I started watching your videos IMO meant ‘in my opinion’ but after watching for so long I suddenly realised IMO really means ‘I’ve massively overspent’ 😂 gorgeous Range Rover 😍👍🏻

[@grantmckendry3323]

Looks great. I'd add all terrain tires and increase the height of them slightly + 30mm wheel spacers as I always think the wheel/tire combo look out of proportion for such a big car - it's a subtle difference that I did to my D4 but improved the overall look and stance to an otherwise standard car.

[@seldom_seen_kid]

I've just picked up an 08 supercharged with 120k miles. It is mint other than the rear arches have started to go. I saw when buying it but I though that I could get it sorted at a bodyshop but I'm struggled to get one to look at it. They just didn't want to know. I've managed to get a classic restorer who is going to inspect it and see how much needs cutting out. It's got me really worried what I got myself into and has tarnished the first week of ownership.

[@steliofrasco3455]

Nice Range Rover and a keeper, love it in standard stock format. Where do you store all your personal cars at home. Maybe you can show your personal car collection at home next time

[@yonmons]

Nice motor, you are indeed a sucker for a Rangey ! I was fortunate enough to drive various flavours of them back in the day I love them but know my limitations I could buy one but I am fully aware they have the power to break my heart ( as well as themselves ) then break my bank.

[@jamesrobinson9194]

My cousin had a '06 one of these too, albeit the diesel engine. Great vehicle but costly to run, as you have proved here.

[@brianbridle951]

Steering wheel. A clean with saddle soap then leather colouring.

[@JaMbO_111]

Can you buy a citroen c4 grand spacetourer 2019 please

[@TRD1949uk]

Go to a company like Royals steering wheels. You send them the old wheel they retrim it to your choice of leather then send it back!

[@paulmcgee1867]

That’s Giv ernie green . Great car , great colour and interior. 🎉

[@MaxZuks]

Hi Matt. Not gonna lie - I watch your videos and always admire what Jimmy does for you! Any chances you could share where I can find his bodyshop? I'm local and looking for a shop to get some stuff done.

[@johnparnell8571]

Matt, you are a sucker for Range Rover damsels in distress and we so admire you for it. This one was definitely worth saving and now has a whole new lease of life in your caring ownership. 👍

[@timothyharker5549]

What a stunning location where you parked up. I had to watch the video twice because the first time I was just looking at the scenery. Love the colour of the RR too.

[@iandonkin6762]

I still prefer the early style L322’s and this looks great. What will happen to your early blue one now?

[@steveforber10]

Hiya Matt, brilliant video as always and I'm one of the many who has been asking about the follow up video for this classy L322 as I have a 2003 Giverny green model with the BMW engine which I bought for the princely sum of £3500 after falling in love with the colour and spec after seeing your first video, happy days, keep the excellent videos coming on the L322 Matt

[@samcattell1150]

Looks great. I do think the BMW front seats in those earlier L322s are better than the seats in later ones. I got rid of my 2010 L322 4.4TDV8. Loved the car but the insurance premium quotes rocketed in the time I had it from £1000 to £2000. As a man in late 30s with a near 20 year clean driving history, I'm not paying that, plus near £700 per year tax on a car that is fond of rusting and breaking. Broke my heart letting it go but the Audi TT RS that replaced it gives a whole other kind of fun 😂

[@DawidFalck]

I LOVE YOUR CAR. NEVER SELL IT. I am working on mine now. Seriously considering a respray to your colour!

[@raybell7696]

Would love to see the steering wheel revamp, I have the same problem on my focus..

[@mikeyBIA]

Bought this cars brother. Same age and spec. Looking forward to picking it up.

[@robinjones6999]

I think you need some green wellies and a gun dog in the boot and the project is complete (and a cloth cap!!)

[@McElhinney65]

I. agree with you concerning the colour Matt, it's very striking.

[@MStanleyRoss]

Very envious of the colour and trim.

[@stuartpeacock8257]

Stunning Matt. You know and love the L322 and must say,I’m weakening

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

Really is a tasteful spec. Don't think I've seen that colour before, the interior is perfectly matched to it as well. Bravo!

[@Matt_Marchant_fixitworkshop]

Nice to keep another RR on the road. Did yours come with the Venture Cam/ Torch combo? I repaired a few recently (new batteries) and met the owner who used them as a towing aid. A kind of 'before the GoPro' thing. Works well with the LCD screen onboard.

[@rafflesnh]

Matt, I can't mention them by name as KZbin just delete my posts for spamming, but the firm you got the mud flaps from are also selling the reversing camera for the L322 for £110 in the Spare Parts section.

[@sanatandharma4435]

Always a pleaseure to see such a classy Range Rover Matt no matter how old!

[@richardsmart120]

It never ends Mat. I’ve owned three discoveries & two range rovers. JLR vehicles = restless problems, 100% guaranteed unreliability and huge maintenance costs..🤬🤬. Once you cure yourself of the addiction to the chav wagons (it’s very difficult), you’ll look back as all recovering addicts do and realise/ think WTF was I thinking. Unfortunately it’s just not Land Rover as was anymore.

[@WazeemA]

Well at least you got the 'Massively overspent' part sorted in the title itself! 😄

[@Jahmed5635]

“I’ve massively overspent” should be above your porch and on your tombstone at this rate mate

[@connclissmann6514]

You truly are a "divil for punishment" when it comes to a Range Rover. I have previously suggested you rename the channel to "I have 😮 overspent" and everything in this enjoyable video reinforces my thoughts on the matter. You have a great team fixing faults as they arise, but honestly let it go! Thanks again for the fun.

[@Tuffluk]

It’s a car to cherish and look to for inner comfort. Well done Matt

[@joebeeston1995]

Love this car, I've been keeping an eye out for a 4.4 ever since I watched the first video!

[@simonhodgetts6530]

That’s a lovely car - I think (except the RR classic, which is the ultimate, especially in pre-Vogue 3 dr form) this is my favourite iteration of Range Rover - one of the classiest interiors of all time!

[@m__r1100]

I'm not a Landrover fan, but that's a smart and classy looking wagon. 👌

[@Powerer2]

All the cosmetics done, but what about the engine, suspension, etc? Thank you.