Should I buy a high mileage 2008 Land Rover Freelander?

I want a 2008 Land Rover Freelander 2 but I have a limited budget. Most adverts that I have seen in my price range are high mileage. Is there any drawback to buying the Freelander with high mileage or should I wait, save up some more money and buy one with less than 100,000 on the clock.

Asked on 13 January 2017 by Phil Marshall

Answered by Honest John

My advice is not to buy one at all. Too many very expensive problem areas. See: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/land-rover/freelande.../

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Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

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