2013 XKR-S.. should i do it?
#21
Have you seen or considered this lower KM one?
2014 Jaguar XK XKRS for $89,900 in Vaughan | autoTRADER.ca
2014 Jaguar XK XKRS for $89,900 in Vaughan | autoTRADER.ca
#22
Nice one! Do it for sure.
I'm one of the people on here who uses my XKR as my daily driver. I also took a look at the F-Type. My thoughts:
There is no way that an F can be a daily driver. The XK's baby-back-seat is a game changer, it doubles your storage space. If I take my girlfriend on a long weekend road trip, somehow we end up using ALL our storage space, trunk and backseat. Wouldn't be possible with the F Type.
I'm one of the people on here who uses my XKR as my daily driver. I also took a look at the F-Type. My thoughts:
There is no way that an F can be a daily driver. The XK's baby-back-seat is a game changer, it doubles your storage space. If I take my girlfriend on a long weekend road trip, somehow we end up using ALL our storage space, trunk and backseat. Wouldn't be possible with the F Type.
But then that is with the spare wheel out - no-one tells you but you have to take the spare wheel out and rely on the tyre goo.
#23
Have you seen or considered this lower KM one?
2014 Jaguar XK XKRS for $89,900 in Vaughan | autoTRADER.ca
2014 Jaguar XK XKRS for $89,900 in Vaughan | autoTRADER.ca
#24
Not to argue, but I use mine (coupe) as a daily driver, and I'll often do the family and/or grog shopping as well. In the hatch it is slightly smaller than the XKR (I used to fit 3 cases of sparkling and a carton of beer in the XKR - the f type takes 2 cases of sparkling and the beer - I have to empty the third case and tuck the bottles around.
But then that is with the spare wheel out - no-one tells you but you have to take the spare wheel out and rely on the tyre goo.
But then that is with the spare wheel out - no-one tells you but you have to take the spare wheel out and rely on the tyre goo.
Also, blew a tire recently at night in the middle of nowhere. Out of cel coverage range. Was very happy for that spare...
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AllblueACR (10-22-2016)
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I think it's a beautiful car, although you could certainly buy an XKR or XKR175 for a fraction of that price, spend an extra $700.00 on a pulley and tune (Eurocharged special, as I did), $200.00 on an X-pipe installation, and end up with more power than an XKR-S, most of its characteristics, a less aggressive body style, and about $40K left in your pocket. there are beautiful, very low mile 2012-13 models available, and some brand new 2013's with no miles still around that one can make a phenomenal deal on. Ask Ralph (above, previous post).
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elindo (10-22-2016)
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I think it's a beautiful car, although you could certainly buy an XKR or XKR175 for a fraction of that price, spend an extra $700.00 on a pulley and tune (Eurocharged special, as I did), $200.00 on an X-pipe installation, and end up with more power than an XKR-S, most of its characteristics, a less aggressive body style, and about $40K left in your pocket. there are beautiful, very low mile 2012-13 models available, and some brand new 2013's with no miles still around that one can make a phenomenal deal on. Ask Ralph (above, previous post).
all so true, but the looks of the S differentiates it from the crowd and draws one too. The best the company had to offer in the year they made it...
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AllblueACR (10-23-2016)
#30
With the cooled seats I thought I would miss them in the SVR and I think I've missed them once, but forgot in a minute. I personally find the sport seats more comfortable on longer drives, but some don't care for them. Just have to try them out on a hot day, and try to take it on a 30-45 minute drive(including siting in traffic) to see if you like them.
#31
Have you seen or considered this lower KM one?
2014 Jaguar XK XKRS for $89,900 in Vaughan | autoTRADER.ca
2014 Jaguar XK XKRS for $89,900 in Vaughan | autoTRADER.ca
my only hesitation with the xkr-s is the fear of it feeling outdated sooner at least from the inside. but that car is just amazing i cant stop dreaming about it.
#32
BUY IT FFS !
Our XKRS had 44.000 km done when we bought it - just check if all the service schedules have been done - the car car is fantastic and has way more road presence than an F-Type !
Btw those polished wheels look very good !!!
PS. The price is a bargain ! Get a 2 year JLR approved guaranty with the car for your freedom of mind
Our XKRS had 44.000 km done when we bought it - just check if all the service schedules have been done - the car car is fantastic and has way more road presence than an F-Type !
Btw those polished wheels look very good !!!
PS. The price is a bargain ! Get a 2 year JLR approved guaranty with the car for your freedom of mind
#33
The only "issue" in cold winter was the door latches. They can be quite sticky in below freezing temps and door won't close; just bounces back open! I had to use a cord around the inside door pull until the car heated up enough for the latch to move. Had my Jag indy specialist look at it a few times; nothing he could do. Heat gun would speed it up.
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If you want it, then do it. I've just bought a XKR 75 and it is amazing. It is the best car I've ever driven for comfort, speed, cost and looks...and a limited edition to 😃 The XKRS will be just as good (or even better) and still produced in relatively low numbers...a future classic in my opinion...
#35
I did three Boston winters with all season's. Tires were limiting in some situations. I don't think with snow tires I would've had an issue.
The only "issue" in cold winter was the door latches. They can be quite sticky in below freezing temps and door won't close; just bounces back open! I had to use a cord around the inside door pull until the car heated up enough for the latch to move. Had my Jag indy specialist look at it a few times; nothing he could do. Heat gun would speed it up.
The only "issue" in cold winter was the door latches. They can be quite sticky in below freezing temps and door won't close; just bounces back open! I had to use a cord around the inside door pull until the car heated up enough for the latch to move. Had my Jag indy specialist look at it a few times; nothing he could do. Heat gun would speed it up.
Every now and then I think about moving. Can't imagine the XKR liking the winters. The only category in which my old SL500 wins a head-to-head comparison, in my opinion- had to do a Canada winter for a month, and the SL was just fine up there.
#36
what he said
BUY IT FFS !
Our XKRS had 44.000 km done when we bought it - just check if all the service schedules have been done - the car car is fantastic and has way more road presence than an F-Type !
Btw those polished wheels look very good !!!
PS. The price is a bargain ! Get a 2 year JLR approved guaranty with the car for your freedom of mind
Our XKRS had 44.000 km done when we bought it - just check if all the service schedules have been done - the car car is fantastic and has way more road presence than an F-Type !
Btw those polished wheels look very good !!!
PS. The price is a bargain ! Get a 2 year JLR approved guaranty with the car for your freedom of mind
do it
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Very sweet cars both. A few considerations. Winters up here in the Greater Toronto Area can be hazardous due to the inexperienced drivers all around, unexpected black ice, and no mandated winter tire use (as in Quebec). That is why I keep my XKR tucked away in winter until the mayhem dies down. The car is too precious to me to allow some bozo to slide into it. I originally planned to drive it year round but realized I couldn't do it so I bought a Chevy Cruze Diesel to get me through the winter instead.
If I were you I would grab that one in Vaughn, negotiate him down as far as you can and let him know you need to save some dough for a winter beater instead of winter tires. Maybe they work in a used Land Rover! (lol)
If I were you I would grab that one in Vaughn, negotiate him down as far as you can and let him know you need to save some dough for a winter beater instead of winter tires. Maybe they work in a used Land Rover! (lol)
#38
No problem with snow tires. The XK came with a heated windshield option; they must've thought people would be driving it in cold weather. Handling was never an issue; getting the passenger door to stay closed when frigid out was the only kicker!