Highlights

Santorini Black over Ivory leather, a sought-after Autobiography combination
Full Autobiography specification in good condition
Late-model facelift L322 with the uprated Ford-built TDV8 and robust 8-speed ZF gearbox
Five keepers from new, the current keeper since 2020
Used by the current keeper for European touring
Well maintained, with 15 service stamps to April 2026
MOT valid until February 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

Good as any L322 is, it is the late facelift cars that are the ones to have, and this Autobiography is a fine example. They brought the uprated Ford-built TDV8 and the stronger 8-speed ZF gearbox, which also makes lighter work of higher speeds.

The 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8, with 313bhp and 516lb-ft of torque, is widely regarded as the pick of the range, and in Autobiography form it is paired with the full measure of luxury and comfort. This 2012 example is finished in Santorini Black over Ivory leather, a combination that suits the car beautifully.

It has been properly maintained across its five keepers, with the vendor entrusting servicing and repairs to main dealers and Land Rover specialists. The service book carries 15 stamps to April 2026, and the car has covered only around 1,700 miles since. Bodywork, paintwork and interior all present well for their age with only light wear, and the vendor reports no current mechanical faults or warning lights. An advisory-free MOT to February 2027 adds further reassurance.

The vendor says:

"Few cars can take a young family from Surrey to the Alps in this kind of comfort, which is exactly why I bought it. It's the last shape of the "original" Range Rover, in Autobiography trim, which is about as good as this generation gets. I've owned it since 2020 and it's covered several European road trips with us, including runs down to Italy, France, Switzerland, Belgium and Germany. The 4.4 TDV8 diesel and automatic gearbox make for a relaxed, effortless drive, and the air suspension is where this car really comes into its own. It soaks up poor road surfaces and just glides over them, isolating you from the outside world in a way that reminds you you're driving something a bit special; exactly what you want for long-distance touring."

Key Information

Mileage: 115,310 miles indicated (MOT history available to corroborate)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 5 February 2027
Technical specs: 4.4-litre TDV8 diesel, 313bhp/516lb-ft, eight-speed automatic
Paperwork: Two keys, service book, original owner's manuals in Land Rover wallet and full MOT history

Service history:

04/26 - 113,618 miles - Dartford Transmissions
01/25 - 112,528 miles - iAuto UK
02/24 - 110,074 miles - Dartford Transmissions
02/23 - 107,991 miles - Dartford Transmissions
06/21 - 106,383 miles - Dartford Transmissions
10/20 - 103,670 miles - Dartford Transmissions
10/19 - 102,228 miles - JLR Southampton
10/18 - 88,397 miles - Hunters Land Rover
09/17 - 74,158 miles - Hunters Land Rover
01/17 - 64,000 miles - A&M Car Sales
12/16 - 63,157 miles - Grange Land Rover
02/16 - 54,377 miles - Grange Land Rover
01/15 - 34,476 miles - Barretts Land Rover Services
11/13 - 23,328 miles - Land Rover Solutions
12/12 - 12,447 miles - Lookers Land Rover

Notable maintenance:

04/26:

Renewed the near-side exhaust manifold, turbo and cross-over pipe
Replaced the exhaust gas temperature sensor
Completed a full service, MOT and brake fluid change

2024:

Replaced the rear dampers (EDC) and the ancillary belt

2023:

Replaced the front lower suspension arms and fitted a new battery
Completed a 4-wheel alignment

2020 onwards:

Annual servicing at a specialist
Transmission flush and front/rear differential oil replaced
Replaced the starter motor, relay and front brake pads

2012–2019:

Major services at a main dealer (Hunters / Inchcape Southampton)
Replaced the brake discs, brake pads, alternator belt and tyres
Completed a 4-wheel alignment

The Detail

Mechanically standard and unmodified
Santorini Black paintwork in good order, with light age-related wear: a handful of small dents and surface scratches, and light scuffing to one corner of the front bumper
Proactive rust prevention treatment to the rear arches and sills, which the vendor can evidence with photos and paperwork for the products used
Factory 20-inch Style 12 alloy wheels in fair condition, with some kerbing
Ivory leather interior that presents well for its age, with supple leather and firm seats; the only wear of note is slight natural sagging to the driver's bolster, consistent with the mileage
Passenger and rear seats in very good condition, says the vendor
Full Ivory leather headliner, matching the seats and doors, for a light and airy cabin
Electrics reported fully functional by the vendor, including the rear DVD/TV system with all three Bluetooth headsets, the premium ICE 1200W sound system and the heated and cooled seats
Custom-made rear window blinds are included in the sale
Tracker stolen vehicle recovery system, fitted by a previous owner

Factory specification:

Exterior

Body-kit front and rear bumpers with painted bumper inserts
Black surround titanium mesh front grille and matching titanium mesh fender gills
Sport-style lower sill mouldings
Illuminated front door scuff plates and Range Rover-branded rear door treadplates
Deployable side steps
20-inch Style 12, 10-spoke alloy wheels, with a full-size conventional alloy spare (not a space-saver)
Light tint front glass and dark tint laminated rear glass
Adaptive bi-xenon headlights with automatic self-levelling
Fixed rear-view camera
Factory Westfalia tow hitch
Solihull-built

Seats and interior

Leather upholstery throughout, with leather-trimmed centre console and console top plate
Jet centre console with Ivory leather headliner, and Jet/Ivory contrast dashboard
"Grand Black" lacquer extended wood veneer pack
Driver's seat: 10-way power adjustment
Driver and passenger: electric front seat adjustment with memory
Heated and cooled front and rear seats
Rear seats with power recliner and 4-way power lumbar adjustment, 60/40 split-fold, rear seat pack 2 and rear seat visor vanity mirror
Jet carpets, front floor mats and uniquely finished metal pedals and pedal pads

Roof, mirrors and glass

Power tilt/slide sunroof
Heated windscreen
Electrochromic (auto-dimming) interior mirror and heated door mirrors

Infotainment and entertainment

Rear DVD player (Region 2/PAL) with dual-view screen and separate TV function
Becker Traffic Pro satellite navigation with Euro navigation disc and TMC live traffic
Premium ICE 1200W sound system with 6-disc CD autochanger and DAB digital radio
USB accessory port with iPod functionality

Driving and controls

Premium leather heated multifunction steering wheel with phone controls
Rotary gear selector with Tiptronic manual-shift function
Continuously variable damping (adaptive suspension)
Adaptive cruise control

Security

Interior scanning alarm, plus battery backup unit with tilt sensor

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