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2005 Land Rover LR3 SE

$23,000

Year

2005

Make

Land Rover

Model

LR3

Odometer

107,500

Engine

4.4L V8

Fuel Type

gasoline

Transmission

automatic

Drivetrain

4×4

VIN / Chassis #

SALAE25475A323937

Seller

private party

Location

Los Alamos, NM

Title Status

clean
CARFAX Report
This 2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4×4 is a modified, Southwest-owned example powered by the desirable 4.4L V8 paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive. Showing approximately 108k miles, this LR3 has been extensively built for off-road reliability with an Old Man Emu coil conversion, rear locker, armor, recovery equipment, and overland accessories. Offered by a private party in New Mexico with a clean title and CARFAX report documenting ownership history and recent service, the seller states the vehicle recently underwent a comprehensive pre-sale inspection and repair process through Southwest Rovers and is ready for immediate use.
  • 4.4L V8 Platform: Powered by the naturally aspirated 4.4L DOHC V8, widely regarded by enthusiasts as the preferred engine option for the LR3 platform. Paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and Land Rover’s Terrain Response system, it delivers a balanced mix of highway comfort and genuine off-road capability.
  • Coil Conversion & Drivetrain Upgrades: Converted from factory air suspension to heavy-duty Old Man Emu coilovers sourced through Atlantic British for improved long-term reliability and trail durability. Seller states Terrain Response remains functional for throttle and braking calibration, though factory height-adjustment functionality has been eliminated as part of the conversion. Additional upgrades include an ARB rear air locker and onboard Viair compressor.
  • Armor, Recovery & Expedition Setup: Equipped with OEM steel skid plates, steel front bumper with Smittybilt winch, custom rear bumper with swing-out spare carrier, Safari snorkel, and Voyager roof rack. Auxiliary lighting includes roof-mounted trail lights, grille LED bar, fog lights, and rear-facing LEDs.
  • Extensive Recent Maintenance: Seller reports focusing primarily on maintenance and reliability during ownership, addressing many of the platform’s common wear items within the last ~15k miles. Earlier this year, the truck reportedly underwent a comprehensive inspection and repair process at Southwest Rovers to prepare it for long-term use and eventual sale.
  • Ownership & Documented Service History: CARFAX shows no reported accidents or damage along with more than 20 documented service records, including recent transmission service, fluid flushes, alignment work, and drivetrain maintenance. Seller additionally states there are currently no warning lights, electrical faults, or active fluid leaks present.
About the 2005 Land Rover LR3
Introduced globally as the Discovery 3, the LR3 marked a major engineering shift for Land Rover with fully independent suspension, integrated Terrain Response technology, and a more rigid integrated body-frame structure. It was designed to bridge the gap between luxury SUV refinement and serious off-road capability.

From the factory, the LR3 combined advanced electronic traction systems with genuine mechanical capability, including a dual-range transfer case and highly sophisticated traction management. The result was a platform capable of technical off-road travel while maintaining composed highway manners uncommon among traditional truck-based SUVs of the era.

Powertrain
  •  4.4L DOHC V8
  •  6-speed automatic transmission
  •  Full-time 4×4 system
  •  Terrain Response system
  •  Dual-range transfer case
Suspension & Drivetrain
  • Old Man Emu heavy-duty coilover conversion
  • Factory air suspension disconnected
  • ARB rear air locker
  • Viair onboard air compressor
  • Independent front and rear suspension
Exterior
  • Voyager full roof rack with LED lighting system
  • Safari snorkel
  • OEM steel skid plates
  • Steel front bumper with Smittybilt winch
  • Custom rear bumper with swing-out spare carrier
  • LED auxiliary lighting system
  • All-terrain tires
Interior
  • Tan leather interior
  • Third-row seating (7-passenger configuration)
  • Flat-folding rear seats for sleeping/storage
  • Bluetooth audio adapter
  • CB radio wiring and included radio
Service & Maintenance
  • Brakes serviced (12/25)
  • Tires rotated (12/25)
  • Transmission serviced & pan replaced (02/26)
  • Four-wheel alignment performed (02/26)
  • Upper control arms replaced (03/26)
  • Serpentine belt & drive belts replaced (03/26)
  • Power steering pump replaced (03/26)
  • EGR valve replaced (03/26)
  • Air filter replaced (03/26)
  • Brake fluid flushed (03/26)
  • Power steering fluid serviced (03/26)
  • Engine oil cooler replaced
  • Cooling-system repairs performed following coolant leak
  • Recent comprehensive inspection & repair process completed by Southwest Rovers
Condition Notes
  • Seller notes typical cosmetic wear including a cracked dashboard and cracked aft roof glass (no reported leaks). 
  • Fog lights are currently non-functional, rear mufflers show trail-related dents, and tires will require replacement in the near term.
This 2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4×4 is offered at $23,000 by a private party in Los Alamos, New Mexico. With extensive maintenance already addressed, quality off-road upgrades, documented service history, and a highly capable drivetrain configuration, it presents as a well-sorted and trail-ready LR3 platform built for extended backcountry travel.

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