Looking at a 2003 X-Type
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01-11-2009, 07:49 PM
RE: Looking at a 2003 X-Type
In a recent post - Jim shot me a link to youtube where they tested the dsc in a really extreme environment. The x-type was trying to climb up hill and when the front tires hit the ice it couldnt pull and more and only the front tires spinned.
About 5 minutes in
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=wR1SSxpKitE
About 5 minutes in
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=wR1SSxpKitE
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01-12-2009, 07:45 AM
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RE: Looking at a 2003 X-Type
Buck, I'd love to move down there mate
I've had some grrrreat nights out in Newcastle, gotta love the lassies down there mate
Any chance you can put me up?
On the subject of diesels, check out this Audi A8, a V8 twin turbo diesel. This car can do 0-60 in 6 secs and 150mph. On Top Gear they drove it from London - Edinburgh and BACK a total of 800 miles on one tank of fuel!!!
Audi-A8-4.0-TDI-London-Edinburgh-part1
Audi-A8-4.0-TDI-edinburgh-london-part2
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01-12-2009, 09:51 AM
RE: Looking at a 2003 X-Type
There is a Dynamic Stability Control (traction control) switch right on the shifter console.
The security light is built in right above the switch. I am very impressed at how well it
works! A yellow light comes on on the dash when the system kicks in. I can't get the
rear end to brake loose much even if I trybut I can if I shut the DCS off!
I thought all X-Types had it but I guess not. Am glad I have it up in Maine!
The security light is built in right above the switch. I am very impressed at how well it
works! A yellow light comes on on the dash when the system kicks in. I can't get the
rear end to brake loose much even if I trybut I can if I shut the DCS off!
I thought all X-Types had it but I guess not. Am glad I have it up in Maine!
#25
01-12-2009, 11:01 AM
RE: Looking at a 2003 X-Type
ORIGINAL: JagXV6
There is a Dynamic Stability Control (traction control) switch right on the shifter console.
I thought all X-Types had it but I guess not.
There is a Dynamic Stability Control (traction control) switch right on the shifter console.
I thought all X-Types had it but I guess not.
Funny thing though, I'd probably drive with it turned off most of the time anyway. I hate it when things think for me.....
#26
01-12-2009, 01:21 PM
RE: Looking at a 2003 X-Type
ORIGINAL: McJaguar
mine does not have it. I sometimes wish it did, but so far I've been okay without it.
Funny thing though, I'd probably drive with it turned off most of the time anyway. I hate it when things think for me.....
ORIGINAL: JagXV6
There is a Dynamic Stability Control (traction control) switch right on the shifter console.
I thought all X-Types had it but I guess not.
There is a Dynamic Stability Control (traction control) switch right on the shifter console.
I thought all X-Types had it but I guess not.
Funny thing though, I'd probably drive with it turned off most of the time anyway. I hate it when things think for me.....
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01-12-2009, 02:03 PM
RE: Looking at a 2003 X-Type
I was amazed with my 02 X-type with the traction in the snow especially with the DSC. If only it had a suspension button to raise the car to go over the snow drifts!
going back to the 03 X-type i would suggest to watch out for the transfer case, it ended costing me a bundle. and around 75,000 miles i had to replace the fuel pump which I know other members had problems with the engine cutting out. Other than that the minor ones were O2 sensor and air mass flow sensor.
going back to the 03 X-type i would suggest to watch out for the transfer case, it ended costing me a bundle. and around 75,000 miles i had to replace the fuel pump which I know other members had problems with the engine cutting out. Other than that the minor ones were O2 sensor and air mass flow sensor.
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01-12-2009, 08:52 PM
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RE: Looking at a 2003 X-Type
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I think Jim hit it onthe head there.
I have an '02 2.5 5spd (is the one you've made an offer on a 5spd or auto?)
I gave $6k for mine, but it had 106k miles on it. 8k seems a good price for one with 62k on it.
my list assumes you're a do-it-yourselfer.
Common problems that aren't so bad:
1) rear- lower/front control arm bushings. $200. Makes a sound like you're bottoming-out the shock. Even after you replace the shocks... ask me how I know [:@]
2) brakes suck. $350. You won't realize how bad they really are 'til you replace them. MOST (not all) of us feel that QUALITY aftermarket rotors and pads are a wise investment. Then bleed 'em properly.
3) little stuff like the defroster vents popping-up. (use some good 2-side tape) and the driver's door latch sticking (careful how you remove the door panel, but WD40 does wonders for this one) etc etc.
Common problems that ARE a big deal:
1) Listen for a whine, as Jim suggested. a Whine may signify that the T-case is 'fixin to take a dump', as they say at my in-laws house. The t-case fails commonly on these cars. Mainly (in our collective opinion) because Jaguar has called it "sealed for life", and we say B.S. The rear-output bearing fails first, because the lube gets low and breaks down. Count on $1500-ish, and a royal PITA.
2) A "HOWL" under the car, usually when decellerating, and typically most notable when cold. This is most often a driveshaft support bearing... which, true to Jaguar form, is not available except as a driveshaft assembly: $1000
other than that, regular maintenance seems to make these cars last. We have some smart cookies on this site who've figured out how to do alot of things that make these cars last much longer.
I think Jim hit it onthe head there.
I have an '02 2.5 5spd (is the one you've made an offer on a 5spd or auto?)
I gave $6k for mine, but it had 106k miles on it. 8k seems a good price for one with 62k on it.
my list assumes you're a do-it-yourselfer.
Common problems that aren't so bad:
1) rear- lower/front control arm bushings. $200. Makes a sound like you're bottoming-out the shock. Even after you replace the shocks... ask me how I know [:@]
2) brakes suck. $350. You won't realize how bad they really are 'til you replace them. MOST (not all) of us feel that QUALITY aftermarket rotors and pads are a wise investment. Then bleed 'em properly.
3) little stuff like the defroster vents popping-up. (use some good 2-side tape) and the driver's door latch sticking (careful how you remove the door panel, but WD40 does wonders for this one) etc etc.
Common problems that ARE a big deal:
1) Listen for a whine, as Jim suggested. a Whine may signify that the T-case is 'fixin to take a dump', as they say at my in-laws house. The t-case fails commonly on these cars. Mainly (in our collective opinion) because Jaguar has called it "sealed for life", and we say B.S. The rear-output bearing fails first, because the lube gets low and breaks down. Count on $1500-ish, and a royal PITA.
2) A "HOWL" under the car, usually when decellerating, and typically most notable when cold. This is most often a driveshaft support bearing... which, true to Jaguar form, is not available except as a driveshaft assembly: $1000
other than that, regular maintenance seems to make these cars last. We have some smart cookies on this site who've figured out how to do alot of things that make these cars last much longer.
1) I did have the "HOWL" last winter and the dealer fixed the issue.
2) And they replaced the defroster vents free of charge since the clips were broken..
I do have an issue with the pass door sticking and I will try the WD-40 trick.. Thanks
I love the car and I have suggested an x-type to all people looking for a nice car to drive.. If the x-type you are looking at is in good condition, go for it.. You wont be disappointed.. GL with it
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