2005 Jaguar STR reliability concerns (possible purchase)
#21
#22
The hood pad shrinks and tears out at the fasteners. A well known problem. I got mine replaced while under warranty.
Part #XR858049
List $364.04
This price is over a year old. My new replacement has held up fine for a year plus so maybe they changed the pad material ?
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Part #XR858049
List $364.04
This price is over a year old. My new replacement has held up fine for a year plus so maybe they changed the pad material ?
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#23
I drove the car and I noticed the headlights are not good. Carfax/autocheck states no accidents and it looks clean, but it was so bad it looked like I had 1 headlight on. My 02 car with stock xenons is 3x as good as these. Perhaps the projectors need to be re-aimed? Also I noticed a whining noise when I parked the car. Any PS issues on these cars? Otherwise this car is amazing I am in the process of negotiating a fair price for the car.
#24
There is a quick fix for the one headlight. We will help you with this. The whining noise could be the cooling fan, super charger, etc. Have the dealer look into and guarantee a fix for any issue you are suspicious of. Insist on a dealer cost three month warranty. The STR is all smiles from it's looks to it's beasty-ness.
#25
re hanging down: Nope. Someone's messed with it. Bear in mind that Ford did not build the car. Jaguar did. Sure, owned by Ford at the time but be wary of what you assume. (You're not making an *** outta me lol)
Very doubtful that a motor mount is bad. Think what else it could be. Remember, you'll be taking a RISK if you buy the car. Can you handle that risk.... Be sure you answer yes or walk away.
Very doubtful that a motor mount is bad. Think what else it could be. Remember, you'll be taking a RISK if you buy the car. Can you handle that risk.... Be sure you answer yes or walk away.
#26
#28
Had non matching brand tires that IMO needed to be replaced (at least $800 right there), and after some quick research I felt the headlights needed some mechanical work. The headlight issue could be a quick fix, or an expensive one, but to see someone drive around with headlights literally aimed at the floor and not be concerned, concerns me. There were other personal issues in regards to the story I was told regarding the car that also influenced me. For example, I was told it was owned by his uncle, then I pay for a car fax it shows a REPO prior to this owner. Car fax shows no work done at a Jag Dealer, yet I was told later the belts, etc. have been done and when asked for proof said "it might be at home". There's more but that's enough for now. I do think the car is in good mechanical condition, someone will enjoy it; just not me.
#29
Sorry to hear that. No dealer here so I'd be SOL if I drive home and a month later the car breaks.
#30
Had non matching brand tires that IMO needed to be replaced (at least $800 right there), and after some quick research I felt the headlights needed some mechanical work. The headlight issue could be a quick fix, or an expensive one, but to see someone drive around with headlights literally aimed at the floor and not be concerned, concerns me. There were other personal issues in regards to the story I was told regarding the car that also influenced me. For example, I was told it was owned by his uncle, then I pay for a car fax it shows a REPO prior to this owner. Car fax shows no work done at a Jag Dealer, yet I was told later the belts, etc. have been done and when asked for proof said "it might be at home". There's more but that's enough for now. I do think the car is in good mechanical condition, someone will enjoy it; just not me.
#32
the dang hose under the supercharger leaks. There's 3 people on the forums with this problem. If yours does, it's probably close to a $1,000 repair. The whole supercharger assembly needs to be removed. I heard there was an updated part that we released. Maybe check the service history and see if it's been done.
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