Jaguar S-Type R - why shouldn't I?

[sam303]

I am seriously considering an S-Type R as a second car, replacing my trusty E34 540i. 400bhp for about 5 grand (looking at 2002 / 2003 examples) is very alluring. Yes I have considered an XJR as well but the fact that the S-Type is smaller and slightly less ostentatious is helpful. And no I don't care at all about MPG.

So I was wondering if anyone here had any experience of the R and / or could offer any advice about what to look out for when buying?

Thanks in advance.....

[V8RX7]

Why not...

Auto only
Surprisingly small inside

However they are cheap - but I'd have an M5

[300bhp/ton]

I like them. So a yes from me.

[N7GTX]

Some things to look out for: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/jaguar/s-type...

Like the shape and how they go but they are a little temperamental. A proper exhaust will sound very nice.

[Benbay001]

I want to sell mine within the next month. PM me if interested.
I was going to PX it, so if youre interested i will meet you half way between PX and private price.
Its a 2005 (facelift) with 98000 miles otc.
You can also dig up all its history if you go back through my posting.

As for why you shouldnt. Dont go in blind. A set of Michelins Pilot Sport 3s cost £900 (there are cheaper alternatives though) so fuel isnt the only major cost to consider.
ETA- me and the car are in Dorset.

Edited by Benbay001 on Tuesday 10th September 15:52

[Benbay001]

N7GTX said:

Some things to look out for: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/jaguar/s-type...

Like the shape and how they go but they are a little temperamental. A proper exhaust will sound very nice.

Most of that applies to the pre 2002 models. All R models were post 2002.

[Diderot]

I enjoyed mine - they have a great spec and very nice interior for its age, very comfortable and rather rapid. Do fit a shorter pulley for more power. And well worth doing something subtle to the exhaust.

[9mm]

V8RX7 said:

Why not...

Auto only
Surprisingly small inside

However they are cheap - but I'd have an M5

I've had both. They are very different cars.

[Krikkit]

I'd have an X308 XJR instead. I like the S-type, just not enough to look past the XJ.