New member- buying an XK6 model question
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New member- buying an XK6 model question
My teenage child is interested in a Jaguar. Specifically, they like the XK6 style with the 4 round headlamps. I have looked at the earlier (circa 70's through 86) as well as the later (95-97) models.
From my research, the later models seem to have a better review and appear to have been built better. Another concern is rust on the body, which is something I can't deal with. I do not have problems with mechanical repairs, and do my own work on all my other cars, up to and including engine conversions. I like the idea of the 6 cylinder motor for economy and more room in the engine bay for maintenance.
What I would like to know is what the "best" (defined as most reliable, easiest to work on, most durable, resale value) XK6 is? We are on a budget and for this reason are looking at '97 and earlier models. Likewise, are there any years or things to avoid?
I have also read about the XJR- looks like a nice package, so I'd like any opinions on that model as well.
From my research, the later models seem to have a better review and appear to have been built better. Another concern is rust on the body, which is something I can't deal with. I do not have problems with mechanical repairs, and do my own work on all my other cars, up to and including engine conversions. I like the idea of the 6 cylinder motor for economy and more room in the engine bay for maintenance.
What I would like to know is what the "best" (defined as most reliable, easiest to work on, most durable, resale value) XK6 is? We are on a budget and for this reason are looking at '97 and earlier models. Likewise, are there any years or things to avoid?
I have also read about the XJR- looks like a nice package, so I'd like any opinions on that model as well.
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RE: New member- buying an XK6 model question
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Congrats on your decision .You can consider of buying late XJ40s like '93 -94 .They're quite reliable .I find X300s the most reliable considering they're mechanically rock solid cars and no nikasil issues most XJ8s between '98-00 and they seem not to develop rust issues as much as XJ40s
I think your choice should be '95-97 X300s
Congrats on your decision .You can consider of buying late XJ40s like '93 -94 .They're quite reliable .I find X300s the most reliable considering they're mechanically rock solid cars and no nikasil issues most XJ8s between '98-00 and they seem not to develop rust issues as much as XJ40s
I think your choice should be '95-97 X300s
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Thanks for the replies. All the 93-94 models I have seen do not have the round headlights, which per the "customer" is a must have. The '04 and up cars are out of our budget range. I will concentrate on the 95-97 models.
Aside from the supercharger, are there any trim/interior/equipment differences for the XJR during this period (95-97)? Was there an XJ40 version as well as an X300 version in model year '95? Some production figures I looked at indicated both were made.
I hadn't read about Nikasil issues with Jags. I have an E34 BMW 5 Series & know about that with some V8 models.
Aside from the supercharger, are there any trim/interior/equipment differences for the XJR during this period (95-97)? Was there an XJ40 version as well as an X300 version in model year '95? Some production figures I looked at indicated both were made.
I hadn't read about Nikasil issues with Jags. I have an E34 BMW 5 Series & know about that with some V8 models.
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Anytime
I think you will get more replies that will shed some lights on your decision as well . The XJR '95-97 comes with the dark wood trim unlike Sovereign ,less chrome, different wheels , firmer suspension .They have different seats too .
Nope, sadly '94 was the last year for XJ40
I think you will get more replies that will shed some lights on your decision as well . The XJR '95-97 comes with the dark wood trim unlike Sovereign ,less chrome, different wheels , firmer suspension .They have different seats too .
Nope, sadly '94 was the last year for XJ40
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