I went to Advance Auto Parts as they often run a special for 5 quarts of oil (yes I know I need 6 ) and a filter for a good price. I already had 5 quarts of valvoline that was brand new but preferred mobil 1 for the jaguar. I exchanged the oil and got the Extended Life Mobil 1 5W30.

I wanted a Bosch filter for it but they said Bosch discontinued the proper size. The only 2 they had were Purolator (2 different models) and K&N (special order). I would have gone with the K&N but it wouldnt be here until next week and I want the oil done before I leave town tomorrow.

I know Vance said his Purolator leaked a very small amount in his video so I was concerned with getting it.

Please share your thoughts and/or recommendations, thanks!

 

I think I'm one of the few who buys them from Jaguar lol

 

I sent you a PM. Just for other users that are looking for other filters, if you live near an O Reillys they carry Wix filters. They don't usually have the STR ones out but they are usually in stock behind the counter.

 

Same issue - I went with the Purolator One filter for my 00 S Type - V8 - Before that I used Motorcraft OEM filter - both filters worked very well with NO leaks.

 

I've been using Purolator oil and air filters for decades on all of our vehicles. Absolutely no leaks or issues at all, ever. Proper removal and installation procedures will prevent leaks. Ensure that the old filter gasket does not leave any residue bits behind before installing the new filter. Lube the new filter gasket lightly with oil using your fingertip. Spin it on and crank it down by hand. Then tighten it once more, about a quarter-turn, by hand. Works for me....

 

True. A leaky gasket would have to be a fluke because it is such a simple thing to get right.

BTW, the Bosch filters should be relegated to junk status. This is because their fitment listing for the X308 is actually shorter than the factory filter. This allows one filter to cover more models. But, when a manufacturer does this, one has to wonder what other shortcuts they take.

 

Curious, at the zone, the special right now is the mobil 1 with a mobil filter. Also at Advanced auto. No one on this thread has mentioned they use a mobil filter. Am I missing something about that filter and should I stop getting it?

 

I'm curious too as I have always used Mobil 1 oil filters in my cars (including my Jag). I am interested to what everyone uses.

 

I use Mann brand filters seems to work well and no leaks in 5 years, some what of a pain as they have to be ordered, alas my local Jag dealer always gives e the wrong one for my car 03' STR not sure why

 

Yes, Autozone has the Mobil 1 special for $32.99 and $34.99 for the EP synthetic - when I went to purchase the oil the store didn't carry the oil filter I needed - Supposedly no one carries the Mobil 1 filter (M1-213) for the 00 - 02 S Type with 4.0 engine - they do have it for the 3.0 V6 (M1 - 209) though - not sure on 03+ S Types - As far as K&N - they do NOT make a oil filter for the 00 - 02 S Type with V8 - so my options were: OES, Motorcraft (store was out of stock) or Purolator - which I went with (Purolator One)

* As a side note the 03+ STR and S Type - 4.2 call for the M1-213 filter as well...

 

Does anyone think it is important to match a particular brand of filter with a particular make of oil?

 

I do, unfortunately for some reason cannot get my hands on a Mobil 1 Oil Filter - not even on Amazon... they don't stock it...

 

I pay no attention at all, just buy whatever brand name is on sale at the moment.

 

Me too!

 

If you change the oil at frequent intervals, the filter probably could be any type. I guess just lucky having the V6 and the mobil filter is always available either the zone or advanced. I have to stop there today to get some wax and will check to see if they stock the filters for the V8's and the newer models.

 

I've only used Jaguar filters. They are only $16.11 after forum discount from Nalley Jaguar and they ship orders over $25.00 free. I simply buy two at a time plus the drain plug o-ring.

 

Oil companies make filters?

 

I've been using $8-$10 Beck-Arnley's from RockAuto, but they recently had a "fire sale" of sorts on Motorcraft, $3 something for the S-type and I think $1.46 for the larger VDP application; but alas...I tarried and they were down to the last 2 on that one - wanted 4...but I settle.

 

I used a Jag filter for my first change and then NAPA gold for the next two. The forth one was a brand X at Lucas Auto Repair in Houston. The last one was a Mobil 1 filter since Auto Zone includes it with 5 qts of oil for $34.00. I like the deal so much that is what I am going to get from now on. As long as they keep the price lower than average. Since the S-type takes 7 quarts, I have to buy four extra quarts to make this work.

I can't believe what has happened to prices at the stores these days.

 

Not really- there's only a few manufacturers:

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