I went shopping for a Range Rover

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

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[@jensenkelly6550]

The pyro fuse has gone on the M3 that's why it doesn't start. When any airbag goes on most modern cars they have a fuse that cuts power to the starter of the engine to prevent any further damage. It shouldn't be too much to get engine started. Hope this helps!

[@Alexander_l322]

Can bridge it

[@akram_J477]

The fuse is located where the battery is in the spare wheel bay. Push the fuse back in

[@Calm_wisdom]

Ex-copart customer here. They don't let you view. Then you come to realise the car is not as described, they refuse to rectify the situation and try to use every excuse to try and make you feel you are responsible for their false description. Avoid. Sued them in the end and got my money back.

[@joewentworth7856]

Yep having dealt with them as owner of a damaged car they 'valued' steer clear of co-part. crap experience.

[@jamesmaybrick2001]

They let you veiw if you are a famous youtuber...Matt Armstrong has the run of the place , lol.

[@saha6818]

You'd be surprised how many KZbin channels I've stopped watching after they got Lambos. I hope you stick with more down-to-earth vehicles. Thanks for the content!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Good to know. If I ever get a Lambo I'll just have to drive it in secret 😂 To be honest I prefer more normal cars anyway!

[@1995RangeRover]

I wholeheartedly agree!!!

[@terrywilkins5266]

The BMW has probably got the thermo fuse that's gone stopping it from starting. It's a fuse that blows in an accident to stop fires.

[@spitfiretrading]

Shame that Crap part doesn't treat us collection/transport drivers with the same respect. They seem to forget we ARE ALSO CUSTOMERS as they leave us sitting around for ages waiting to be loaded while 'favorites' push in even though we are booked in with an app. Still don't expect much else from Yanks...

[@pjmccracken]

Fair play! Looking forward to this one, looks like a windscreen, bonnet, wing, interior deep clean/repair, external paint correction/polish and a damn good service. I'd go all in on this one and make it a six part series. Get the windscreen new but you should be able to source a good condition wing and bonnet in the correct colour given a bit patience and perseverance. Best of luck with it!!!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Cheers mate - looking forward to getting my hands dirty with it

[@wavysoundz1]

Hey Nino, I’m halfway through the mini series and I just wanted to say that you have put a ton of effort into each and every video of yours. Thank you for your great content and it’s not long till you’ll be at 100k subs. All the best

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Really appreciate that 🙌

[@whatwhatyep]

Can't wait for part 2. I just stumbled on the channel this morning via the s type jag and can see that we are going to be spending a lot of time together as you're doing something the average man could have a go at unlike the channels you mention in this vid. Good work fella. It's nice to find someone who likes to live in the real world.

[@paulmcdonough1190]

Hello Nino, I am watching your videos from Canada. I'm not a mechanic at all and do not attempt my own repairs. I really am enjoying your videos and thinks it great you take on such mighty projects. Hope you do more in the future.

[@simono.d9469]

Someone has been looking for a tracker in that RR.

[@leeandrew6555]

I couldn't ever imagine spending 144k on something that could potentially be worth 70k in a few years and less than 10k in a few years more. Buy a house and a Mondeo 😂

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

This is sound financial advice

[@4581-z8w]

Let's be honest, if you've got 144k to spend on a car, you've probably got multiple houses and maybe even a few mondeo's😂

[@richardfrancis792]

Hi Nino, just fellow upon your channel by accident trying to get some info on Mini repairs. Ended up binge watching loads of your videos for 4 hours. Love your content, keeping it real with some humour thrown in. I have loved seeing the old cars getting a new lease of life. Keep the videos coming.

[@mansonnanson8294]

This Range rover will be your 'Cadillac in the field moment', mark my words. The Cadillac in the field was what sparked a growth for Derek, at vice grip garage. 😊 Kudos, mate! Keep it up. We're with you!

[@AlexLR]

Looking forward to this one! Ive got an 08 RR tdv8 on 113k that's become a family member over the years, a really lovely machine.

[@davidker7256]

I've got the same car and love it. Deffo a keeper

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

That's good to know. Are they as unreliable as everyone always says?

[@AlexLR]

@@NotEconomicallyViable Definitely not unreliable. If they are serviced properly they are very reliable. LR service schedule should go in the bin. Change engine oil more often to protect the turbos, flush the gearbox oil every 40k and ALL other fluids. Coolant is often ignored, over time it loses it’s corrosion inhibitor leading to leaks in the various coolers. My MOT tester had one from 20k miles and sold it at 270k still running great but a bit rusty. They rust in the rear wheel arches, rear jacking points and rear subframe first, also brake lines corrode but that’s standard car stuff. Ideally all plastic covers under the car should be removed, the metal cleaned up and sprayed with dinitrol or similar. Bushes, there is a lot of them but the originals last long after they are dried and cracked, only replace with OEM or they don’t last. Front ball joints cause rattles but easy to replace, again use quality ones, I mostly use Lemforder for bushes and ball joints. Always get an alignment after too.

[@kageyme8109]

As a RR owner and lover, I've had them for years and at the moment have 2 l405 and a P38 . So the one before and after yours . They hook you and you'll always want one . Yours as a runner looking level should be a great and easy enough fix . Perfect time with winter coming

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

What's the P38 like? I've got a mate who had one and he said he probably got a month's worth of driving out of it in a year haha. Spent most of it's time in the workshop!

[@kageyme8109]

Hi ,if you look at lots you'll see suspension has been converted to springs mainly because they can be expensive to sort . Keep it on bags. Lots of stuff is just niggles and easy enough for you to sort . It's got a BMW engine in the diesel which I have , not fast but cruises well and they are all so very comfy to be in . @@NotEconomicallyViable

[@Blueboy9055]

This looks like a great project!! Can’t wait to see how it goes 👍👍

[@kevinjohnson1958]

I like it. My immediate concern is the roof line to the windscreen.

[@TiagoNevesNET]

m4, check the crash fuse, airbags have deployed. That B and C pilar require some heavy work on a chasis rig, not to mention the doors and rim, looking at it needing alot of love and wallet drainage. Copart is very tricky, always asume the worse case scenario when buying from them or you will get burned!

[@Dave-in-France]

The heart wants what it wants. Having had lots of Discos and Defenders I have found that if you approach maintenance of an LR product proactively they are perfectly usable every day. Get an RR L322 for relative peanuts money and invest in a few bits and you'll have a lovely car. Just a quick comment on buying blind: I live in France but used to buy my car in UK because overall they (Jaguars/LRs and RRs) were cheaper buy. I never saw them before committing to buy and I always drove them home to Central France. I would ask lots of questions and saw plenty of pictures of the vehicles and studied the paperwork to verify that they would work for me, and they did !! If I felt they required it they would an engine oil and filter, a new air filter and anything else that was obviously required.

[@garysvan]

Hi. I've just found you in the last 2 days. I've watched all the videos ( I've been off work) I have to say that you are an inspiration, I class myself as a home mechanic but would absolutely crap myself at some of the jobs you've taken on. I like your enthusiasm and love the fact that you're supported by your misses. So far the rs6 has been my favourite but I've watched all the mini videos and a have to salute your perseverance. The money ypu must be spending just to entertain us is terrific. I wish you all the success in the world and please keep making videos. You've given me the drive to finally take on a project. Please start a patreon on get some merch so I can help out with the bills. Good luck buddy. Gary R

[@hasbeengood]

Right now, I can't decide if you are a courageous man or just insane!! One thing is sure, you must have been so nervous waiting to see it. Really like your channel. Good show!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

I can't decide either haha

[@johnmcmahon4364]

Looks a very interesting project, this is going to be another great watch, cannot wait. Good luck

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Thank you very much!

[@highlandmalt6368]

You've chosen the best model Range Rover to fix up - very diy friendly, loads of parts choice. And it's also regarded as the best RR ever made by many people (I own one, and it is an extremely good car)

[@gertvanderhorst2890]

Don't say that, the best part of these things is seeing the content creator in a prolonged state of depression. Say: 'Nino I own one, should you give up, can I buy some spares ?' maximum emotional damage

[@highlandmalt6368]

@@gertvanderhorst2890 😅

[@yvindpetterson8598]

Can’t remember whether I bought you a drink when you first announced you would be going for a Range Rover, but after seeing it I decided you need one regardless! Thank you!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Haha yeah everyone keeps telling me I'm going to have my work cut out for me owning a Range Rover haha. Thanks for the drink mate 👍

[@leonardosimm3536]

Best of luck; I have a 2004 L322 (petrol) which I bought last year as a hobby/project and because I'd always wondered what it was like to own one (!). I had a couple of months trouble-free but the gremlins crept in. Once you've sorted the bodywork issues, be prepared for daft electrical issues. Most of these in my experience - boil down to the ridiculous complexity of the systems; everything seems to be related to everything else. Example: my hill descent/abs/air suspension faults (otherwise known as the three amigos) were all resolved by changing out the brake light fuse...discovered after several months of fiddling, during which many other items were replaced. Expect the unexpected, and best of luck!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

The brake light fuse? Oh wow haha. I've already found an electrical issue with this one... wish me luck!

[@leonardosimm3536]

Let's just say that they seem to have character.... @@NotEconomicallyViable

[@williamegler8771]

In the United States Range Rovers have horrible resale value and once out of warranty are almost hysterically cheap!

[@BIBIWCICC]

I love these they look so good outside a council house! Pure chav wagon.

[@MagWatchTime]

Really looking forward to this , that’s some damage, reminds me of a time someone threw a fridge off some flats as my pal was driving past , it went through the screen and landed on my lap , yes it hurt just a bit.

[@rskof]

Range Rover looks ok. I can't wait for the repair videos of this car. Greetings from Slovenia

[@ADM_K]

I think you got a very good deal. Engine seems sound. On its own it has value

[@Tefloncoated]

Oh I feel a bit bad knowing how bad an old RR can be without the crash damage. This was £500-£700 car if that. I’m sure Copart know what your highest bid is if you enter it before hand and that’s why it went straight there. Not exactly hiding it well are they. BCA use the same trick. Anyway good luck with that pal

[@robtpb]

They ripped all the dash and boot panels out the SVR looking for a tracker device.

[@anthonyhawkins9239]

Wow 😮, you have really taken on some trouble there 😂, not only is it a Range Rover 🤦🏻‍♂️,it’s one with extensive roof damage ! I wish you lots of luck, and I am eagerly awaiting the next episode 👍🏻

[@jonsnow6741]

Do not forget the plus VAT on the newer ones .

[@bmin7133]

The internal damage to the range rover isn't stripping...the bad boys are taking panels off to find the tracker...

[@volvo24091]

Drive it out of the showroom and you get 10% instant depreciation. Utterly silly to buy new.

[@ads_shah]

I've watched all your content over a few days (loved them all by the way) - glad to see another one again! What happened to the RS6? Would be keen to find out where you are at with that one too. Keep up the cracking content!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Cheers mate. Next video on the RS6 coming soon!

[@MickeyFKNMouse]

I’ve had a few “executive”/“luxury” cars over the years, the merc was fun to drive, albeit a bit slow on pull off being diseasel. The jag!!!! Well… the absolute worst car I’ve driven in long journeys. The seats were so uncomfortable after just 20 minutes of driving I ended up selling after a month. The ride was smooth and quiet but by far the most uncomfortable. Now the Range Rover. I had a L322 and by far was and still is the comfiest car I’ve ever driven. I could take it anywhere. The fuel economy was workable and didn’t mind the cost for the drive. I hope to one day get another as I had to sell it due to corrosion. But would love another. Currently have a freelander with RR seats. They’re the best seats.

[@seanconnolly7386]

Not sure if it's still the same but when a car took a big shunt like that the ecu would shut all major electrics down especially fuel supply etc in case of fire in an accident.

[@kevinmoffatt]

Always important to option the 'Christmas lights' dash package where many and various warning lamps endlessly entertain and amuse you on those few occasions when the car actually starts and will ensure a long and rewarding (although costly) relationship with a local specialist.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Hahaha maybe I shouldn't drive this car until January when the Christmas lights go back away

[@noonehere1793]

I finally saw one of the new body style Raingies…..it was beautiful. Don’t get me wrong i had 2 classics one after the other and loved them but as per usual, the first new one i saw was on the back of a roll back car hauler being towed to a service center. ….. i’ll stick to my MUCH MORE RELIABLE AUDI Q’s for now thanks!

[@rufusvardag8190]

No worries mate. Could have been worse. What could possibly go wrong 👍

[@Matthew-m6c2p]

Take a look at the Aston Barclay cr auctions for a range rover you will get one

[@simonharbour1701]

Hi mate, really enjoy your videos. Looking forward to this fix! Maybe one of these days I’ll be brave enough!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Just go for it mate! You don't want to go years down the road with those kind of easily-fixed regrets 😉

[@OwainPreece-ie6bb]

That V8 diesel sounds lovely! Im always tempted by these, but not brave enough to own one

[@slashermcgurk2191]

Can use your fence paint to touch up the paintwork, looks a perfect match 👌

[@whatsdavedone104]

Lots of newer cars have a pyro fuse, when the airbags blow it also blows the pyro so the car can't be started for safety reasons.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

😂😂

[@GeorgeAusters]

Bruh.. Did they just try to jumpstart the M3 directly on the battery? You're supposed to jump using the terminals in the engine bay

[@phmtb]

Yes mate, this series is gonna epic, you'll smash it though I'm sure!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Cheers mate - let's hope so

[@derekga6973]

Love it, What a disaster of a yoke to buy, it will make great content, I’ll have me popcorn ready keep them coming

[@keithflynn7853]

Hi i stumbled accross your channel, and honestly i think its fanatstic and good luck for the future. it was the l322 the reason for following your channel, as i have the the tdv8 to (but in the best colour black) great cars and the tdv8 is the best i have owned (ive had 6 previously) then watched the s type jag video, (i too had one of these, yes black too) and realised that you are from my home town. im now in sunny great notley. love cars love your channel, i used to own the car carer detailing in Witham, if you ever need any advice on the cleaning side, im happy to help. keep up the great work.

[@davidwesternall873]

Nino, Range Rovers are nice looking and they are good to drive but I absolutely hate working on them, surprises me you went for one as they are a pig to work on in a workshop with a lift let alone on the mud under a gazebo. At least the bodywork side of things isn't hard, it's the mechanicals and electronics that can be a struggle.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Can't be harder than the RS6, surely? Everything with the RS6 is packed in like sardines. But you're right about the gazebo - the Range wouldn't fit 😅

[@Martyn-NFFC]

Hi Nino, I have no intention, time or skills to repair cars, stumbled upon your channel, and loved it. Very watchable, subscribed.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Appreciate that 👍🏻

[@prestigecarenthusiast4413]

Love the videos mate, I’m also a chelmsfordian😂 love to take you for a spin in my f430 or 911 when the weather improves…respect for the top shelf videos

[@PPhase]

Spent the last couple days thinking about buying one of these so can't wait for next video

[@Focusfury05]

Good buy nino.. You'll soon have that rangie sorted out pal 👍 😊 Cant wait till the Rovers sorted or the zephyr/zodiac video's are out..😊

[@exploringwithjacob8641]

Own a 2009 Range Rover 3.6TDV8 Westminster myself! Best car I have ever owned in can’t bring myself to sell it! Even tho it is getting old now!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

How has it been reliability-wise?

[@exploringwithjacob8641]

Great! had to replace the rocker cover gasket as it had a small leak but that’s it so far had it 3 years or so now.

[@itisjustacomment]

Great channel. Just watched 3 videos and you have this youtube thing down .

[@GHOOGLEMALE]

I love these videos - only just came across yours - More please

[@paulfinnan3456]

Superb purchase, looking forward to vids. Plus an update on Rover, Merc and Audi RS

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Update video coming soon

[@josephgittos3787]

Wow that RR sounded amazing and someone bought a bargain half the price, I love these big RR ( I own a evoque ) and would love one for myself so the wife can have the evoque for herself. I actually prefer the older models

[@waynebaldycanning]

Loved this one. Can’t wait for the work to start on this beast

[@desertstormer7556]

Land Rovers are like dogs. You'll love them but their expensive dogs but it's your dog so its worth it

[@D992]

XC90 top of the range. Job done ✔️. You also will not waste time constantly at the dealer 😉 😂👍🏼

[@rogerkretzschmar8280]

Working my way through the Mini videos , so bit surprised to see you at a different location on receipt of the RR . Have you moved house ?

[@h12st_d63]

Loving this, golden age of LR in my view... Excited for an update on the RS6 tho 👌🏻

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

RS6 update coming soon!

[@h12st_d63]

@@NotEconomicallyViable keep up the great work Nino, to driveway tinkering 🤙🏻

[@david_de_sousa]

Actually bought 3 from copart this last year, think I’m matching you for a bunch of cars parked out front taking up space! Never have I filmed anything though, hardly even take pictures when I really get stuck in… I’ve met that lady a couple times, very funny.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

I can tell you now that filming it makes everything take ten times longer lol. Yeah she was a joker

[@slam2610]

This channel is an absolute gem!

[@BurtonOutdoors]

Pyro fuse gone on the M3, I expect... this won't start. Also they shouldn't try to jump off the rear battery direct. There's a + and - terminal in the engine bay

[@nbz3528]

I looove!! that Range Rover SVR. It sounds absolutely amazing.

[@40yearoldskater4]

BMW not starting due to the pyro Fuse .Which is meant to break on impact to cut the power. So you need to bypass it .

[@lexyk6574]

You've done it, you've just bought Naomi's new daily. She'll never let it go if you fix it up as good as you did the rest.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Yeah, she's already claiming it as hers haha

[@hayden25795]

Ayeee another video 😁 and another project! I love watching your videos mate kind of inspired me to buy my own car that's abit of a project lol keep up the work mate be good to see the range loving its lease of life again!

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Cheers bud 🙌

[@promischristodoulou3681]

Cheap car, love to see what one of those car buying sites would offer. Bet you'd still make a good profit. 👍

[@In_memory_of_Dad]

This is one series I'm really going to enjoy 😉

[@kwinterburn]

My best deal was in 2002 I was looking for an Alfa 166 2.5 24v , for my new wife's first car was group 19 insurance on a new driver , a new one was £30,000 at the time , and there were no SH ones , a few weeks later I saw one in a garage 3 years old 29,000 miles at £9000 ... Bit the salesman's arm off ,someone had paid £ 21000 in depreciation in 3 years

[@brainywindow2816]

Cannot wait to see you suffer trying to fix it, we love to see it. Best of luck, absolutely love your vids ❤

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Hahaha cheers mate

[@dannyhtheretrogamingmaster9548]

Nice little Rangie that and a bit of a steal for £1500. Should be good with new bonnet, wing and windscreen - even better if you can find them from a breaker in the same colour.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Yeah that's the plan. Not a particularly rare colour, so shouldn't be too difficult 👍

[@trainman665]

Look forward to the progress on this. I feel like you’ve overpaid for the base car, buts it’s the process of fixing up that’s the interesting bit. You were almost certainly bidding against breakers.

[@terryatkinson899]

Same model as Clarkson and Harry Metcalf from Harry's Garage and they really rated them 😊

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

I watched that video - it's part of what inspired me to buy this one!

[@mazdaman1286]

Apparently 5200 Range Rovers were stolen last year....and this year has been no better. A friends sister has been quoted on renewal of her insurance £9700 !!! She was told this pretty average , some areas are significantly higher....

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

I heard that in London it costs about £20k to insure a new one and they won't insure it for more than half the value 😬😬💀

[@antonioercolino6087]

Hi ! I recently subscribed to your channel and I'm really enjoying your videos. I saw you at the NEC Classic with your good lady. I wanted to say hello but I didn't cos I didn't want to come over as a complete nerd . Look forward to future videos. Thanks

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Ahh you should have said hello! I don't bite lol

[@marcb5328]

If the air bags have gone then the safety fuse has blown by the battery

[@joshmerrick4716]

If the air bags have gone off in the bmw it’s more than likely the pyrotechnics fuse has blown cutting power to the starter

[@AndrisPrikna]

I have the same dream, hopefully one day I will get one. I like discovery 4.

[@donniedarkomtb7048]

Get one they are brilliant, especially the new Defenders

[@marcwebber9825]

Proper enjoyable vid 👌 Down to earth genuine

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Appreciate that mate

[@tunnel7]

Love Range Rovers come on you can do it be watching this one for sure good luck. You will love it when its done.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Thanks mate

[@eduardolucas9896]

Hey mate really enjou your videos. I'm aslo from colchester. I'm currently rebuilng an audi a4 2009. Keep up with the good work

[@MePeterNicholls]

You can’t view? Then that’s a big no from me.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Apparently you used to be able to before covid

[@cameronlm]

can't wait to see how this goes!

[@frednetherlands887]

You are a very courageous man. ❤

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Or stupid? haha

[@frednetherlands887]

@@NotEconomicallyViable no :) 'motivated'.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Haha 👍

[@bigbrother5777]

Pyrofuse is blown. You'll have electrics but ignition inoperable

[@DarrenBrown-i1s]

I had the 2002 hse nice cars I have a 2019 vogue 3.0td now can’t wait to see what you do with it maybe buy a rear end damage for parts should be very cheap in colour good luck

[@terrier-ist2760]

Essex lad wants a Range Rover just avoid parking around Rettendon😂 great channel

[@insidebyte8561]

I recon you'll smash it out dude, can't wait to see it :D

[@MrSmartDan]

The purple bmw not starting will probably be the pyro fuse if air bags have blown, something I've learnt from Mat Armstrong hahaha

[@marcduthie4327]

Looking forward to seeing this build.

[@RICHARD.WRIGHT1]

I've had 5 Land Rovers and Range Rovers. Spend less and find yourself a VERY GOOD EXAMPLE of a P38 4.6HSE/ VOGUE / WESTMINSTER/ VOGUE SE / AUTOBIOGRAPHY / HOLLAND & HOLLAND.......Yes it'll have problems, but it's such a pride to own at just a fraction of the cost of the more recent ones.

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

I'd love a Holland & Holland - pure class