X-Type Dashboard Mods??
#21
07-01-2010 | 11:58 AM
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I was going to suggest Piano black one (UFO has it) saw a few of these when I was shopping for my X type. I prefer the birds-eye Maple.
Google x type piano black or look on ebay I have seen them on there too in the UK anyway.
People can correct me if I am wrong but I read somewhere that you have to be very careful with the one over the passenger airbag. Airbags are quite sensitive.
The wood however dated you may think it is, is part of the Jags identity. To say its disgusting is a bit harsh. Not to your taste would have been more polite.
Google x type piano black or look on ebay I have seen them on there too in the UK anyway.
People can correct me if I am wrong but I read somewhere that you have to be very careful with the one over the passenger airbag. Airbags are quite sensitive.
The wood however dated you may think it is, is part of the Jags identity. To say its disgusting is a bit harsh. Not to your taste would have been more polite.
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07-01-2010 | 01:40 PM
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#23
04-11-2013 | 03:24 AM
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I bought my car as a "Sport" model and I'm not really liking the Carbon fiber dash/trim in my black leather interior. Would have much preferred the anthracite (dark grey) wood. I haven't been able to find any used parts online. Also are there different steering wheels? (I have a black leather steering wheel which is fine, but would prefer the dark grey wood trim over leather... maybe I'm the only one.
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04-11-2013 | 11:04 AM
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wood dash
I am a huge fan of the classic wooden dash that my x type has. What I dislike is the color stain of the birdseye maple that it has. I have upgraded my wheel to the 2005 style and it has the darker more rich color wood grain that gives it a more classic look I believe. Now I am looking to find the rest of the dash to match. If anyone knows of any junk or salvage yards that may have what I am looking for or if anyone knows where I can find it please let me know.
Thanks,
The Dr.
Thanks,
The Dr.
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#25
04-12-2013 | 05:09 AM
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04-12-2013 | 05:57 PM
I think if you do not like or can't at least appreciate the x-type's interior design and lineage, then you probably purchased the wrong vehicle. That being said I've seen multiple interior variations on this site. In my opinion the "wood grain kits" are tacky as you can plainly see they rest on top of the original wood. However I think the carbon fiber and piano finished interiors looks great as they are on colors that suit them. Black, silver ext.with black interiors. All about the color combo. Frankly if your interior is not black I would not modify anything with the exception of some LED lighting or custom work. Unfortunately even a dual din aftermarket stereo/nav unit looks out of place. I have the white on Ivory with the maple and no door trim 
. Only thing I would ever do is a suede headliner to match the maple color and maybe a dash of suede on the door.
. Only thing I would ever do is a suede headliner to match the maple color and maybe a dash of suede on the door.
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04-13-2013 | 11:05 AM
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04-13-2013 | 12:17 PM
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I think if you do not like or can't at least appreciate the x-type's interior design and lineage, then you probably purchased the wrong vehicle. That being said I've seen multiple interior variations on this site. In my opinion the "wood grain kits" are tacky as you can plainly see they rest on top of the original wood.
Agreed!!!
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10-30-2020 | 08:27 AM
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From: Hagley
There are aesthetic mods, but also some hardware ones
I've been looking for a short amount of time & Carid has the aesthetic option: https://www.carid.com/2006-jaguar-x-...er=1&sub-model[ourBodyTypeName][]=Sedan
There is a satnav mod that you can buy off Ebay, finding someone to fit it would cost extra unless you find a company that sells and fits it.
Here's a DIY on how to fit the Sat Nav yourself. As the guide says, do this at your own risk. https://www.xtype.uk/projects/3/retr...chscreensatnav
Atm all I've been able to find about a service that sells and fits a bigger screen is Halfords. Relatively cheap unless you want the bigger screen: https://www.halfords.com/technology/...to-342958.html
There is a satnav mod that you can buy off Ebay, finding someone to fit it would cost extra unless you find a company that sells and fits it.
Here's a DIY on how to fit the Sat Nav yourself. As the guide says, do this at your own risk. https://www.xtype.uk/projects/3/retr...chscreensatnav
Atm all I've been able to find about a service that sells and fits a bigger screen is Halfords. Relatively cheap unless you want the bigger screen: https://www.halfords.com/technology/...to-342958.html
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