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Brandon808 (original poster member #35619) posted at 2:25 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
I came across a used car for sale. It seems to be in solid shape. 2005 Jaguar XKR with 62K miles. Can anyone tell me anything about them? Maintenance issues, etc.?
TrulyReconciled ( member #3031) posted at 2:36 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
http://www.edmunds.com/jaguar/xk-series/2005/consumer-reviews.html
http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Reliability.aspx?year=2005&make=Jaguar&model=XK%20Series
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Brandon808 (original poster member #35619) posted at 2:46 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Thanks TR!
Yes, I don't have details but I did hear indirectly that Jags got much better after Ford acquired the company.
They're asking price is a little high to me though ($18,900) especially since it needs new tires, but they said they'd listen to any offers. It drove very nicely.
JanaGreen ( member #29341) posted at 3:10 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
*poof* the huge Baby Jaguar pic.
Oops, sorry, wrong jaguar.
(ETA - sorry about the size of the pic - I was trying to be obnoxious but not THAT obnoxious. 
I don't know how to resize it).
[This message edited by JanaGreen at 9:48 AM, July 9th (Wednesday)]
Brandon808 (original poster member #35619) posted at 3:24 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
TrustedHer ( member #23328) posted at 3:45 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Lucas "Prince of Darkness" electrical system.
( http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2009-jaguar-xf-supercharged-road-test-review )
It's good they look pretty, since you spend so much time outside them while they're being fixed...
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That's the reputation of Jaguar. It's been a long time since I looked, though.
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wifehad5 ( Administrator #15162) posted at 3:47 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Call around and get prices on normal maintenance items. Over $1,000 for brakes isn't uncommon.
Remember, these were engineered as expensive cars. They have expensive parts and take expensive labor. Even though they're asking about a quarter of what it costs new, fixing it doesn't get cheaper.
As long as you can afford to fix it when it breaks, or just needs brakes, go for it
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GabyBaby ( member #26928) posted at 3:48 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
I'm with TrustedHer.
My Dad and stepmom have owned a couple and my dad says never again. They are very problematic and expensive to fix.
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wifehad5 ( Administrator #15162) posted at 3:49 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Oh, and check out the maintenance intervals on the supercharger. Those can't be neglected either
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Brandon808 (original poster member #35619) posted at 3:54 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Thanks everyone. Although I could afford the cost of the maintenance I don't want the headache so I think I'll pass on this one.
norabird ( member #42092) posted at 4:51 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
**sigh**
It looks so pretty though!
Here's hoping you find another beauty to replace it.
Brandon808 (original poster member #35619) posted at 4:53 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
It does, doesn't it norabird?
The picture doesn't really do it justice either.
sisoon ( Moderator #31240) posted at 5:03 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Here's how to handle this opportunity that you'd love to take advantage of - go here to see photos of the E-type Jag: https://www.google.com/search?q=e-type+jaguar&num=100&rls=com.microsoft:en-US:IE-Address&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=eWe9U8jLG4iRyAT68oHwBw&ved=0CCgQ7Ak&biw=1218&bih=691
You'll see the later jags are real downgrades, at least in appearance....
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Tred ( member #34086) posted at 5:07 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Have you seen the new Jaguar F-Type? Awesome. My new dream car.
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idiot85 ( member #38934) posted at 5:14 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
I love jags- years ago I had an old x-type and loved it and just recently my brother got an XF...
The F-Type is also a dream car of mine.
With my old X-Type I never really had any reliability issues- I only sold it because of the tax/fuel costs.
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Brandon808 (original poster member #35619) posted at 5:56 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Have you seen the new Jaguar F-Type?
Just pictures online. It does look awesome.
TrulyReconciled ( member #3031) posted at 6:18 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
The F-Type is also a dream car of mine.
With my old X-Type I never really had any reliability issues- I only sold it because of the tax/fuel costs.
All problems fixed, just get an FXX
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lynnm1947 ( member #15300) posted at 6:28 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Older models were a nightmare in our northern climate. I hear they have come a long way, though.
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Brandon808 (original poster member #35619) posted at 6:55 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
All problems fixed, just get an FXX
Oh sure, I'll just pop right down to the lot and pick one up. 
Jeaniegirl ( member #6370) posted at 9:24 PM on Wednesday, July 9th, 2014
Brandon, Jaguars are my heart :) I absolutely love them and I'm on my third. They are the most dependable cars I have ever owned and are good for 300,000+ miles if maintained properly. I have owned mainly XJ Jags but I now have a XK8 convertible. They drive like a dream.
One thing you definitely need to do if you buy this car is find a Jaguar mechanic and take it there for oil changes, etc. It's always best to find a certified Jag mechanic NOT with any dealership but one who has their own garage. You will save tons of money on any future work you might have to have done. I am currently looking at a XKR convertible to buy as I really love their body styles.
Go for it. 62,000 miles is NOTHING for a Jag. Also check to see if it has all maintenance records as that is a big help.
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