Jaguar F-Type Coupe Vs Convertible
#41
I disagree wholeheartedly about the exhaust note in the coupe not being able to be enjoyed at a level near a vert. Although I have never owned the vert, certainly we can assume the note to be a little louder and in your face in a vert but trust me, in a coupe you will be at no shortage of audio fun. I am finally at the point even where I turn off dynamic modes in certain situations when I want some peace. That wouldn't be the case if the sound wasn't up to par. I would let this be a factor in your decision to buy a coupe, trust me.
The other advantage as it relates to sound is the stereo system will also count better in a coupe if you ever grow tired of exhaust note and opt to focus on some Coltrane or Miles.
The other advantage as it relates to sound is the stereo system will also count better in a coupe if you ever grow tired of exhaust note and opt to focus on some Coltrane or Miles.
#42
A 450hp pulley and tune will dissuade any doubt.
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#46
Ignore Jaguar's stated 0-60 times - they appear to be super conservative. My memory is that the stock V6S has been measured in the 4.4-4.5 range.
#47
I disagree wholeheartedly about the exhaust note in the coupe not being able to be enjoyed at a level near a vert. Although I have never owned the vert, certainly we can assume the note to be a little louder and in your face in a vert but trust me, in a coupe you will be at no shortage of audio fun. I am finally at the point even where I turn off dynamic modes in certain situations when I want some peace. That wouldn't be the case if the sound wasn't up to par. I would let this be a factor in your decision to buy a coupe, trust me.
The other advantage as it relates to sound is the stereo system will also count better in a coupe if you ever grow tired of exhaust note and opt to focus on some Coltrane or Miles.
The other advantage as it relates to sound is the stereo system will also count better in a coupe if you ever grow tired of exhaust note and opt to focus on some Coltrane or Miles.
Last edited by swajames; 10-06-2016 at 08:39 AM.
#49
Having the car for just 15 months now, it's too soon to opine. However, based on my observations of issues that have appeared on this forum, the major shortcomings originate with the parts vendors (eg Sachs/ZF, Meridian)
#50
+1. The one thing I can place on the manufacturing doorstep is the bonnet alignment problem but have always give them a pass on that one because its the largest single stamp part around. All in all the build is a good one.
#52
I disagree wholeheartedly about the exhaust note in the coupe not being able to be enjoyed at a level near a vert. Although I have never owned the vert, certainly we can assume the note to be a little louder and in your face in a vert but trust me, in a coupe you will be at no shortage of audio fun. I am finally at the point even where I turn off dynamic modes in certain situations when I want some peace. That wouldn't be the case if the sound wasn't up to par. I would let this be a factor in your decision to buy a coupe, trust me.
The other advantage as it relates to sound is the stereo system will also count better in a coupe if you ever grow tired of exhaust note and opt to focus on some Coltrane or Miles.
The other advantage as it relates to sound is the stereo system will also count better in a coupe if you ever grow tired of exhaust note and opt to focus on some Coltrane or Miles.
#53
We have two seasons in Houston.
Summer and February.
Mine is a daily driver and most every day the top is down, at least on the way to work in the morning. The afternoons can be a bit warm.
6 vs 8 - old school - there is no replacement for displacement!
The only problem I see with the coupe is - The top doesn't go down and what fun is that.
Summer and February.
Mine is a daily driver and most every day the top is down, at least on the way to work in the morning. The afternoons can be a bit warm.
6 vs 8 - old school - there is no replacement for displacement!
The only problem I see with the coupe is - The top doesn't go down and what fun is that.
#54
I still don't quite understand that I get few real reactions with the top up, and I get amazed gawking stares when the top is down. It is really like night and day. Not sure why. I mean, anecdotally, it might look better with the top down, but it's pretty amazing.
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I test drove a coupe and vert the other day - have to say the hood on the vert is way better than I expected and it opens and closes very smartly. But there's just something about the coupe (with the pano roof) that I like better. Here in Austin having to think about smearing your forehead with Factor 50 every morning sways me to the coupe....