The Story of the L322 Range Rover 

A good friend of mine owns BT51EKB - the James Bond L322 - I have done many miles in it. I can put you in touch with him, I am sure he would be happy for you to do a video of it and take it for a spin. It is in lovely condition.

Matt is the only person in the World that can make an old Range Rover look and sound like a safe buy. Amazing.

I bought a L322 in 2004 TD6 love it, still going strong, 168k miles on original 5speed auto box.still running on original rear air suspension and shocks. Will keep it for another 20years.

Watching this makes me want to buy one of these. The enthusiasm and passion you have for it really rubs off. The love you have for the l322 is the same as me with the MK2 Skoda superb. Luxury, classy but immensly practical, and can be a bit of a sleeper with the right engine.

2012 l322. Tdv8 with 8 speed. Autobiography. Nothing beats them.

I had a 2002 4.4 Vogue in Zambezi Silver and now have a 2011 4.4 Autobiography in Stornoway Grey with extended exterior pack. Absolutely love L322s 👌🏻

Best era of Range Rover. Absolutely brilliant motor. I owned a 55 reg Vogue SE Supercharged. Sold it when I got a company car. Still miss it.

Some say...The BEST RR ever built!! Love mine nearly 10 yrs of owning..

Ive owned a 2004 4.4 v8 petrol Range Rover since 2021. Absolute beut of a vehicle. Great engine with no turbos to blow. 15mpg is not great but to be expected from a vehicle of this size / weight. Look after it and it will look after you.

I bought my 4.4 tdv8 2 weeks ago, i spent a week driving it to a from work and I didn’t get all the fuss about the l322. Then we took the wife’s Hyundai out and I got it within 2 minutes of being in her car. These cars are special and have ruined every other car.

Don’t think I’ve ever been this early for anything in my life😂 I love that you have such a knowledgeable passion for something cool like this!

I do agree, I really like the last of the line L322s, especially the Westminster and Holland and Holland specs.

6:46 yeah that sunroof button is the same as in my e46. The overhead map lights are the same. The rearview mirror is also the same.

This was one of your best videos. Very well done, very interesting, and expertly presented. Thank you.

I love how you can clearly feel the passion behind every single one of your videos, this one in particular of course. Along with rewatching Top Gear/The Grand Tour endlessly, you’re up there for getting me into cars and fuelling my passion for it. Such a refreshing watch, looking forward to the massive Range Rover parade (hopefully there’s a mechanic there, just in case) Greetings from Italy, cheers

The chassis wasn't made of aluminium until the L405. L322 was steel with most of the panels being aluminium.

I feel a HPA Land Rover 2nd channel coming on! :) Very happy to watch LR content all day, keep it coming! 👍

It was the L 322 that got me interested into Range Rover, at the time I was only 25 and no way could afford one , now own the velar and wouldn’t drive anything else but Range Rover, despite what people say , modern ones are pure luxury, classy , and off road not much comes remotely close .

I replaced the timing chains on a 5.0 supercharged V8 one of these at work last summer, putting out about 500BHP, it is quite possibly the most impressively fast car I've driven, for the size and weight of it, it went unbelievably well, it put the Audi S3 I'd driven the week before to shame! All while being as comfortable as if I was on the sofa in my living room. I will remember the reg of that car forever, RR10 ADS.

Good coverage of the "cupholder situation".

You got a picture of Raymond's overland prepped L322 for his trip from UK all the way down to Cape Town. Great Stuff!!

I had a bmw engined 4.4 V8 Vogue, 2004 53 plate. The way it went from a standstill to 30mph was astounding! not just because of it's size and weight, there's many a sportscar that can't accelerate like that! Range rovers are THE BEST car in the world, THE ONLY car that does absolutely everything you could want to an amazingly high standard. The only downside (there's always a downside 😞) is you do need to maintain them and that can cost a bit more than an average car BUT that's because it's not an average car! I owned mine for just over 2 years, it was 18 years old when I bought it and all I done was service it (religiously) and change one air bag (which was about £175). It was 100% reliable and I towed a caravan with it (also the best towcar ever!) just rememberd, I also replaced a aircon hard pipe which sprung a leak, which was very reasonably priced from a main dealer. If you haven't owned one, you need to!! Just don't fall into the L320 (RR sport) trap, they are not the same car and do not drive anywhere near as well!

You've got a knack for this, loving your content!

I am 20 now, and as soon as I quit studying and start having a job, I'll get a green 4.4 from my birthyear 03

Love my 2011 HSE Lux. Best vehicle I have ever owned. I found your channel when I first started thinking about getting a Range Rover. The L322 is my favorite by far.

I feel lik watching old school Top Gear, minus the over the top humour. You've got extensive knowledge and your passion for cars definitely shows!

Great review. I'd like to see more of this type of video Matt - they are superb.

Production values just going up and up. Very professional, really well created video.

Great video as always Matt! Highly informative. More of these types please.

I love the title sequence editing! I can't imagine a less interesting car to me than a 22 year old Range Rover, but I was enthralled and charmed throughout by the presentation and the quality -- this is so excellent. Thanks for sharing your passion for this one!

You can see the passion you have for this model with how you refect and deliver the information Matt, for me I have that same feeling for my Defender.

Excellent video Matt, great insight into the ownership. Got me tempted !! Thanks.

Thats such an Icon the L322, eveeryone had them, every celebrity, every rebuild on yt is on the L322. Matt this is youre territory and we can certianly tell, great video as usual, your knowledge is amazing! :D

Love the overlay of the door closing over you praising the classic BMW thunk. Amazing video!

One feature I loved about my old 2004 and 2006 models was the cup holders conveniently placed in front of the side vents on each side of the dash so they kept your drinks cold, very smart, also the square in front of the gear shifter would again conveniently hold an 8 ounce square bottle of Fiji water perfectly, and under the dash one on each side they had a storage that again would hold that Fiji bottle perfectly nice little touches I wish they had kept. We now have a 2008 White on White Supercharger for the missus and a 2010 Black Autobiography for me and I have to say the lights on the previous models are a lot better as they could light up the local football pitch at night not so with the later models. For me and surprisingly I like the 2008 over the 2010. I like to feel the road through my pants and the Autobiography is just too smooth it's a big armchair with not as much feedback as the 2008, the 2008 also feels nippier even though she has less power so every now and then I take the wife's car out (which is usually empty of petrol) for a spin LOL thanks Nat. The L322 is timeless and in my opinion the last of the true Range Rovers with that Classic look, past 2012 they seem to lose the plot and the new ones have completely lost it as I cant see anyone throwing a bail of hay in the back or going off roading as they went too luxury. Thanks for sharing the video, every time I watch I get home sick Mat as I miss the Snake Pass, the Pennines and the Derbyshire, Cheshire and the English countryside not to mention a good Ol'pint of Boddies. Cheer to all from Romano in Palm Beach Florida ex pat from Cheadle Hulme.

That was really interesting I loved it, very intuitive. I did love the interior in your L22 that was in green, it was so rich looking.

I've gone from an 05 4.2 sc to a Discovery 4. And at the end of the day it was a sensible decision. My brother now owns the l322 and whenever i see him, I have to take it for a spin. Think I'll be on the lookout for another one but not as my daily.

Great video Matt👍🏻 this car is definitely already a ‘classic’ 👏🏻👍🏻

Absolutely fantastic video Matt, very enjoyable indeed. I’ve always wanted an L322, ever since they came out and had always said I’d have one and I couldn’t be happier with my 2012 Westminster 4.4 TDV8. Love all of your content but particularly the Range Rover stuff. Keep up the great work and look forward to more L322 content 👏🏻👌🏻👍🏻🫶🏻

the visual and sound production and delivery i must say is outstanding ..some decent kit used .. plus i want an l322...been subscribing since day one ..

Really enjoyed this. Thanks Matt

Brilliant in every way. Well done High Peak team!

Great video. Having recently gone through serious medical issues, I thought it's now or never, so bought a black 2012 4.4TDV8 Westminster. I now 100% get the attraction of these lovely vehicles, so regal, and like driving Blenheim Palace in a Lazyboy armchair, love it.

Could listen to this man wax lyrical about the L322 all day. Definitely keen to see an expedition / overland video if you put one on terrain tyres!

I love this and absolutely adore these cars... Keep it up Matt 🏆!

Awesome video! L322 is definitely a future classic 👌

Had my 2005 supercharged since 2015. Only done 50k in 10 years so fuel consumption is not a major issue. Been very reliable. Cant justify changing it so i will keep it and enjoy.

My dream car. Thanks Matt missed seeing this car on your channel, bring it back sometimes.

The biggest fan of the mighty L322 all the way here in New Zealand . Great video Matt once again !

Got a 2007 TDV8 VOGUE on my drive , Stornaway & ivory .

Will be nice to hear this!

awesome video, looking forward to that next one

I've still got my L405 (2014 4.4 V8) & love it. I've always had a sideways glance at the older L322. One day, I'll be tempted to buy one. I know it. One can never have enough Range Rovers.

Great video. Good to hear again, a positive spin on Range Rovers.

Great video on the L322….. keep em coming Matt

Now this is what you call a video Matt. 👌 love all JLR content especially Range Rovers UK & NZ 👌

Very well presented piece on this undoubtedly iconic vehicle , really liked it thank you 🙏

Great Video and content ♥

am not a total [modern ] car fan , definitely not a range rover fan ,,, the way these videos are layed out and presented , with varying content with what seems to be an honest take on things makes this site one of the best to view ;;;

Great video Mat. I have a 2002 TD6 still going strong

Ooooooo love these soooo much ❤

Well done bro 😎 Keep it up, looking forward to seeing more of ur videos Stay safe & blessed

You've sold me on this model, Matt. My dearly departed dad always liked Range Rovers, but in his day they had 2 doors, Marina door handles and a starting handle! So, if I ever decide to pay homage to my dad's tastes and buy one, it'll be a L322. PS: I think this is one of your best ever videos.

Awesome video Matt. Please make more of these review-type videos with interesting cars. Even though they demand a lot more research and video editing I bet. It's such a nice style of informative review. The price perspective with a similarly year Defender is as mindboggling as it is hilarious, very well done!

Another great video Matt

We had an L322 as our wedding car in 2003 - amazing car and I agree it still looks good all these years later. I remember the touch screen hinged so you could get to the cassette player behind it! A post-facelift L322 is peak Range-Rover.

Gorgeous car ❤ Great video 😎

Saw a black one of those last night in town. Stoppd and had a good look because it was a minter

Excellent video Matt 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏😎

This was one of your best videos and I’ve seen them all Keep it like this

thanks matt, i would love to hear more of these 'story of' episodes of classics btw the english countryside looks absolutely magnificent

never owned one but can say always wanted a discovery and as always great content like your passion for it !

love this shape

You are such a Range Rover nerd. I love it.

Content gold

People don't really use car vertical do they?

Great video as always Matt! More Range Rover content en route? Deal. Me. In! 🤘🤘

That could be a raffleshack Matt, love the green.

I remember first sitting in one of these at the Motor Show in Birmingham - it was Bourneville Purple, and such a beautiful thing! Still want to own one, one day...

I've enjoyed this video. You make everything so interesting, I am not fed up of you talking about how important cupholders are yet 😂

Like the review and overview

Outstanding video on an outstanding car!!! Thanks

Great to see you've influenced so many people into buying a Range Rover, Matt 😃 I think some people are realising how remarkable these cars are ❤

Loved the video. L322 is the best Range Rover ever.

I have L322 td6 and i love it! Hello from Romania!

Love this! The maddest thing is I also liked the P38, as soon as the L322 came out, I wanted one, I’m now on my second- a 5.0 supercharged who’s is ridiculous and I love it, also I reg checked the bond one too 😂

My L322 arrives later this week. Thanks to you and various other well-known RU-vidrs and car journalists (one who has now become a farmer…) I have bought one. I can’t wait. I’m also lucky to own an L405 but the L322 will be more of a workhorse. And when (note the positivity) I win the lottery I’d like to add a L460!

You know, I've never wanted a Range Rover until I saw all the brilliant vids I saw with you being so enthusiastic about them! But now... :)

Ours was part of the Oxford convoy you mention - Aintree Green 2012 Westminster.

Great video, only increases my desire for an L322!

After 239k miles, I am still smitten 20 years later, with our, since new 2004, L322. NA 4.4L BMW V8, Epsom Green with Sand, Lux, HSE. Range Rover nailed it with this one.

L322 is peak Range Rover as well as one of the best SUVs ever made. I say that while mine is currently in the shop! Just normal maintenance, fingers crossed.

I’m such a geek was just about to write in the comments about 51 plate L322 in die another day seconds before you mentioned it lol,I’ve never seen another since ,cheers fella 👍💪😉

love this shape.

King of all the Range Rover geeks 😄

Another belter of an L322 video from High Peak. I’m off to spend hours on auto trader now looking for one.. 🤩

After watching your video with my wife, she is now persuaded, and i have the green light, thank you. Just need to find a nice TDV8.

another great video after over 45 cars mainly hot hatches beemers and a few vans you’ve convinced me to go Range Rover never had one or any 4x4 just can’t decide between l320 or l322 thanks again any chance on a head to head video 😉

Brilliant video love watching history of cars my favourite range rover is the same as you the P38

Awesome content Matt! You couldn't of said it any better. The one your driving the bmw 4.4 V8 is my choice of engine too. So much car for very little money. So what if it breaks. If you enjoy owning such a luxury 4x4 then you'll keep it on the road ❤