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Hey All,
I just picked up my new (to me) 2013 Jaguar XKR yesterday. This was pretty much an impulse purchase, as I wasn't in the market for a new car. I had never even really seen an XK/XKR that I can remember. I was checking my e-mail and those side ads that pop up, you know? This car appeared. I clicked on that ad, and now about 10 days later, I'm an XKR owner. Isn't it amazing that the Internet knows what you want even before you want it? LOL.
Here are the details:
2013 XKR with these options: Dark Mesh Grille and Aluminum, Performance Active Exhaust, Performance Seats, Special Paint (Italian Racing Red)
Clean Carfax, no accidents or damage reported, only one owner
Just under 60K miles, always serviced at the same Jaguar dealer, 30K and 45K mile services completed, already had 60K mile service completed
Clear Bra
3 keys and all original paperwork (even original window sticker)
Dealer installed two new rear tires (Pirellis)
Bought for just under $30K
I live in Maryland, this car was up in Pennsylvania. I took the train up yesterday, picked it up, and drove 100+ miles home. The car drives like a dream....so powerful, beautiful exhaust note, super smooth ride, handles great. It is in excellent condition, only a few small problems/blemishes. For example, the R badge on the rear is missing...weird. I'll search the forums and start discussions to get help with the other (hopefully) small problems. I did not notice anything mechanically wrong or strange on the test drive or drive home. No rattles, bumps, strange noises or anything. The car drove perfectly.
The pics are from the dealer, I'll get around to taking some of my own soon.
Looking forward to discussion with the community.
Pat
Last edited by tygerman49; 03-01-2020 at 02:31 PM.
Reason: More descriptive title
Congratulations!
I am in PA and saw this car advertised in Downingtown which isn't too far from me. It looked very nice and caught my eye too.
I'm in PA and had to drive to to your neck of the woods in Marylandl ast year to purchase my 08.
Thanks. Yes, I got it from the dealership in Downingtown. Very pleased with them, they were very professional and helpful. The car has a couple of door dings, which they offered to repair for free, I just have to bring it back up there to them.
Those scratch and dent repair guys are just AWESOME. I am always amazed at the results they get with what look like are dentist tools to me. Take advantage of the offer!
forgot to add: with that color you will have Enzo turning in his grave.
Welcome to the community Tygerman49!!!.... Beautiful car and a great purchase under 30k!!! There are a plethora of amazing vendors on here as well as a nicely set up members marketplace, all so you can easily find that missing "R" badge for the rear of your kitty.--- Also the members here are intelligent and extremely informative, they are always willing to engage with a fountain of knowledge, and assistance when called upon. I believe i speak for us all when i say we are all happy to have you join. Friend- please feel free to shout out if you need anything..
Make it great'
Bradford Seguine
Good show and I love the color. Sold my 12 last December with 26 K on the clock . I loved it but had to move on . Good luck. What was the price if you don't mind me asking. Enjoy the ride.
Good show and I love the color. Sold my 12 last December with 26 K on the clock . I loved it but had to move on . Good luck. What was the price if you don't mind me asking. Enjoy the ride.
Jagtoes, the sale price was $29,990. The price was a little high, but it's a beautiful car and very rare (I think) with the color and other options.
Tygerman49....Congrats again on your beautiful car. I see you purchased in PA. I too purchased my 2010 XK Coupe in PA.......I had to fly from Florida to see it and box it up to take back. With 4,500 miles on it, it was worth the trip. Good luck and enjoy that beautiful car.
On mechanical side - take care to ensure transmission fluid and filter was done at least once since new. Also you might want to invest into a new battery, as these cars go crazy with reporting false codes (and give owners heart attacks) if the battery is marginal.
Please be aware that these cars have two key flaws that I recommend you proactively monitor and address. Water pump is a known weak spot, it is not if, but when it will fail and start leaking. Keep an eye on the coolant level and coolant smell. Timing chain is another weak spot - be religious about early oil changes and watch Youtube video of a timing chain rattle so you can recognize it when you hear it. You can prolong its life a great deal by using JLR-spec oil and doing more frequent oil changes.
It is also a good idea to remove plastic engine cover, as it traps heat and overtime makes plastic coolant pipes brittle.
03-01-2020, 07:17 AM
New 2013 XKR owner
--- Also the members here are intelligent and extremely informative, they are always willing to engage with a fountain of knowledge, and assistance when called upon. I believe i speak for us all when i say we are all happy to have you join. Friend- please feel free to shout out if you need anything.. 
