Buying XJR - Newbie
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03-11-2011, 02:54 AM
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Buying XJR - Newbie
Hi All,
Grown up with Jags as a kid, Cali Step Dad has his xj6 and dad has his xj6 with a v8, in Europe. Loved the lines as a kid and still like those oldies.
Now, I'm all grown up and so are these cars. Just drove a 2003 and loved it! Seems from he boards on here, if they are kept up, they will treat the owner well. What should l look out for....? I will be taking the car to get checked out by my shop before buying, but wanted to see if you Jag lovers can point me to possible trouble spots. Looking for lower miles between 2001 - 2003.
thanks in advance, looking forward to reading more of these postings.
Lance, soon to be XJR owner
Grown up with Jags as a kid, Cali Step Dad has his xj6 and dad has his xj6 with a v8, in Europe. Loved the lines as a kid and still like those oldies.
Now, I'm all grown up and so are these cars. Just drove a 2003 and loved it! Seems from he boards on here, if they are kept up, they will treat the owner well. What should l look out for....? I will be taking the car to get checked out by my shop before buying, but wanted to see if you Jag lovers can point me to possible trouble spots. Looking for lower miles between 2001 - 2003.
thanks in advance, looking forward to reading more of these postings.
Lance, soon to be XJR owner
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03-13-2011, 10:51 AM
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The Jag V8 had some problems early on: Nikisil cylinder lining, timing chain tensioners, and water pumps.
The Nikisil issue was pretty much gone by 2001-02 and Jaguar has updated parts for timing chain tensioners and water pump. I think an '03 would have the improved parts, not sure about earlier models. Prevailing wisdom is to have the improved parts installed *before* you have a failure.
Anyhow, I'd inquire in the model-appropriate section. I'm sure you'll find many who can elaborate on the details.
Cheers
DD
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03-13-2011, 07:27 PM
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Hello and welcome to jaguarforums.com. I know that you are anxious to get started and we are anxious to meet you and talk about your car. We have a baseline / criteria that must be met before full access can be granted. Please enjoy the forum and be patient once the baseline has been satisfied full access will be granted. Please continue to post and accept my welcome to the forum.
Oh one other thing you need to put your car details in your signature. I am speaking of the Year, Make & Model. Without it you may not get the input you are looking for.
Please take a moment and read the information provided to you explaining the rules. Be patient and enjoy the site.
Oh one other thing you need to put your car details in your signature. I am speaking of the Year, Make & Model. Without it you may not get the input you are looking for.
Please take a moment and read the information provided to you explaining the rules. Be patient and enjoy the site.
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