I missed my two previous XKs. My '12 XJL is beautiful but, rides like a worn-out clunker. Not getting any satisfaction from Jaguar NA so, I will likely dump it.

So, what to get instead? Looked and test drove the V8S and V6 base F-type and they just fail to excite me. After the test drives I walked over and sat in an XKR and, YEEEESSS, I prefer it without a doubt. Considered a Z51-equipped new Stingray but, after all dicing with the variables the classic lines of the XK and its luxurious comfort won me over.

So, I am happy to announce that I am in the process of purchasing an Ebony/Black '10 XKR with less than 6K original miles. I did not think that I really needed 510HP, as 385HP in that car is more than enough unless tracking it. However, I am done with racing and track driving. But, this car and the price was too good to pass up, so XKR it is.

I will look real close to modding it, lowering the suspension mainly, putting in a good performance alignment and who-knows what else.

Picture is from the dealer's website. I likely will not have my car for a couple of weeks before delivery to CA.

 

Congratulations! Glad to see you back in an XKR! I love the black with white stitching!

 

Congrats Albert! Hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Get an alignment and put some good rubber on her.

 

That's great news, Albert. The Stingray is a great car I'm sure, and a spectacular bargain, but it'll be far too common to be "special" in the way that a lower production car is...particularly compared to something like the XKR. Looking forward to your driving impressions after some quality seat time. You'll appreciate the performance virtues of the R every time you drive it, even though you didn't specifically think you needed them. Enjoy!

Bruce

 

That looks very nice, same as mine was but I don't have the white stitching :-(


I wrapped the interior bits of wood which I prefer, though most people liked it as it was - very Jaguar. And I was only thinking this morning how good the ride is in mine...

 

No-one needs 510 HP, but it sure is fun…

Congrats, we look forward to meeting Bert's Black Beastie

 

And before long many want an ECU tune for over 600 HP!

 

A family XKR? Kids need to stay smaller longer. Congratulations. I hope you got a good deal! The 2010-on are very reliable.

 

Yup..

 

Well done!

 

Enjoy, I hope you do not feel like you should has gotten the new Corvette ....

 

Looks exactly like mine on the inside! Mine has the ultimate black exterior though. Great choice!

Do you mind me asking how much you paid for yours? I paid $44k for mine with 39k miles and the select certified warranty. Coincidently, my car was originally from CA. My local dealer in FL purchased it at auction after the original owner in CA turned it in off lease.

 

Albert,

I think after driving the F-Type you chose one of its main competitors...if not its strongest. Unusual situation that likely won't exist once the new and larger XK comes out. I'm very excited for you, and with under 6000 miles it's basically a new car.

Bruce

 

Bruce

I don't see it as a close competition to the F-type. The XKR is much more focused on GT style luxury while the F-type is fairly plain in comparison, particularly when it comes to the interior. There is, for me, considerably more room in the XKR cockpit, while I felt too closed-in in the F-type, particularly with the top up.

I 'my sure that the F-type is a more advanced machine but if advancement was my primary target I would have gone with the Stingray ahead of the Jaguars.

 

Looks like we have nearly identical cars. I paid a few thousands over what you paid, the price for the ultra low mileage. Mine also have the adaptive cruise and the Select Warranty.

Good luck with yours, I can't wait to get mine.

 

Well if somebody is considering the Jaguar brand for all that represents, and is considering a stylish 2 door V8 coupe or vert with an auto, and is accepting of their fairly heavy design, I don't think you're alone in being drawn to a little extra space to go with their fun times.

 

Bruce

I always considered the XK(R) as a truly British Gentlemen GT. Elegant to be seen in, yet, fast and smooth when it needs to be.

Not sure where the F-type fits, it is not a roomy GT, nor is it a true, dedicated sports car. Hope it succeeds for Jaguar 's sake but it just doesn't stir my soul as the XKR does.

 

Great looking interior.

I'm not a big fan of the pressed tin Jaguar liked to substitute for wood veneer!

Graham

 

My co-worker says the XK is a "Gentleman's Sports Car". Sounds like a fitting description.

 

I've seldom been described as a 'gentleman' - most words used to describe me are not suitable for publication…