Yeah, I agree, they are great machines if you can keep them running. The LR3 was unstopable (rear locker and all)... until the suspension broke down when I was miles away from pavement. How are you really going to wheel the thing if you're worried about getting stranded by some electrical...
My opinion - stay away from the Rovers unless you've got time (to take it to the shop) and money to burn. The Land Rover service manager told me flat out, the only people who should be buying those cars (the new LR3 and the new RRs) are people who want to look good and can lease it for four...