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oakwood



Member Since: 01 Feb 2009
Location: Brussels
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No more BMW

I loved my BMW:



But I had to say goodbye to it today.

Instead, I drove off in a car with just a few kilometres on the clock:

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And here she is:



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... a very worthy replacement to my BMW. A thoroughly drivable and beautiful car.
Post #43621 20th Jun 2009 7:09 pm
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Lukey Luke



Member Since: 09 Nov 2008
Location: Celles
Posts: 82
Belgium 2009 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto Stornoway Grey

Its a great car. Your love it loads. She looks good, the best colour Thumbs Up

Everyday I spot a lots of FL2's in Bruselles. Probably the 2nd most seen 4x4 in Bruselles. HSE, Auto, Colour - Yes
Post #43624 20th Jun 2009 7:57 pm
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Rowy



Member Since: 20 Aug 2008
Location: Lake District
Posts: 686
Re: No more BMW

oakwood wrote:

Instead, I drove off in a car with just a few kilometres on the clock:



I notice you didn't get a free tank of fuel then?
Post #43629 20th Jun 2009 10:09 pm
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AndyC



Member Since: 30 Nov 2007
Location: Where the snow dosen't melt when the sun is shining!
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Norway 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Manual Stornoway Grey

I missed my BMW 3-series the day I swapped her in for my FL2 in Nov. 2007. But not no more Thumbs Up and from day 2 of LR ownership.

However I do have several niggely things that the FL2 dosnt have and the BMW did have, but one gets used to these cosmetic differences in time, as the rest is a joy to own Thumbs Up

The FL2 is without doubt is the best vehicle I have owned, and so far Zero problems Very Happy 2007 Freelander 2 HSE TD4 Manual with Premium Pack & Moonroof.
Stornoway Grey with Ebony Black Pleather, Clear Indicators, Body Side Mouldings etc.
Post #43636 21st Jun 2009 6:59 am
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bjartin



Member Since: 10 Sep 2007
Location: Moved to Defender2.net.
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AndyC wrote:
Thumbs Up

The FL2 is without doubt is the best vehicle I have owned, and so far Zero problems Very Happy


My words, too, .........and a wonderful color. LR Freelander2 2,2 Td4 HSE manuel Stornaway Grey (Metallic) & Ebony Black Leather & Sun/Moon-roof & Bi-Xenon & Roof Rails & Tow bar & Body side rubbing strips & Cold climate pack & Privacy glass & NavTeq . Production Date: 11/5-2007 in Halewood.

Sorry, but I have changed to Defender 90 ", and I love my" tractor ".
http://www.youtube.com/bjartin
Post #43640 21st Jun 2009 8:21 am
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r.helgason



Member Since: 12 Nov 2008
Location: Hafnarfjorður
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fantastic car u will be happy with him

Land Rover is the best off road car and on road car to Bow down

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Post #43645 21st Jun 2009 12:32 pm
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superspark



Member Since: 24 May 2009
Location: Devon
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Hi oakwood,so why did you change from a bmw to a landrover? ive just done the same as you,i had a new three series bmw now i have a new freelander,i hope you injoy it as much as i do,what a great car these freelanders are to look at and drive Thumbs Up
Post #43653 21st Jun 2009 4:10 pm
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oakwood



Member Since: 01 Feb 2009
Location: Brussels
Posts: 96
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Superspark

I got my BMW in May 2005, one of the first with the new model in Brussels - and therefore, got quite a few admiring looks. I was very pleased with it. However, as my kids grow towards adult size, I realised I needed a car with a bit more legroom in the back.

I considered various options, but ruled them out. Never liked the 'new' BMW-5; tried the Audi A6 but found it disappointing; always found Mercs a bit too bling for me. Had not considered a 4x4 at all - being a bit against them for urban use. However, someone suggested I try the FL2. I did, and loved it. And I find it as luxurious as the others I've mentioned.
Post #43678 21st Jun 2009 8:32 pm
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ad210358



Member Since: 12 Oct 2008
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And with the freelander 2 you get things as standard which you don't get with a BMW,
Indicators. Laughing p****d off with a Digital Keyboard Warrior
Post #43722 22nd Jun 2009 10:02 pm
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oakwood



Member Since: 01 Feb 2009
Location: Brussels
Posts: 96
Belgium 2009 Freelander 2 TD4_e HSE Manual Stornoway Grey

Thoughts after 10 days and a couple more pics:

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After nearly 2 weeks, my first impressions:
Very nice to drive (surprise?). At first, it felt a bit firmer than I expected, but now seems smoother. don't know if the change is real for a new car, or just psychological.
Like the Stop/Start. Takes a little getting use to. In shifting traffic, easy to disengage. Great for when you pull over to drop someone off or check the map. It stops.
Managing 7.5l/100km for most trips on mix of roads. More for morning drive to work. (Manual)
Choices I'm pleased with:
- mud flaps smoothly blend into the car - not just 'flaps'
- side strips look fine to me. Though not 'go-faster' stripes, they integrate well enough with the black strip along the base, and the black line of the windows/ door handles. And provides a little more peace of mind in car parks.
- body colour wing mirror caps.
- smoker's kit (though not a smoker) - for a little extra storage! The lack of cubby box remains the biggest oversight of the designers (as many complain)
- Panoramic sun roof
Post #44344 2nd Jul 2009 8:37 pm
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chicken george



Member Since: 05 Dec 2007
Location: N. Yorks
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but grey Banging Head At work
At home

"I can't always believe facts I read on the web" - Charles Dickens

winner by default of the tractor vs caravan race
Post #44345 2nd Jul 2009 8:57 pm
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oakwood



Member Since: 01 Feb 2009
Location: Brussels
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no...., its Tungsten - the same colour as the rear door handle.
Post #44593 6th Jul 2009 9:03 pm
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chicken george



Member Since: 05 Dec 2007
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United Kingdom 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 XS Manual Santorini Black

rear door handle is plastic Confused At work
At home

"I can't always believe facts I read on the web" - Charles Dickens

winner by default of the tractor vs caravan race
Post #44598 6th Jul 2009 9:20 pm
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