Thinking of getting an XJ6.
Discussion
Hi folks.
As the title suggests, I am thinking about getting an XJ6, probably the X300 type. I have fancied having a Jag for years, and did buy a non running V12 XJ-S years ago, but it was too far gone to save, so it was sold on as a non runner to a scrap yard. So my Jag itch was never fully scratched, and now it has returned.
I am interested in what the general running costs are like to be honest. I currently run a 4motion V6 2.8 Passat, which does about 24mpg as an average when I commute in it, which is mainly 30-40mph driving. However my office is moving soon, which will involve a 40mile round trip, with at least 30miles of that on motorways.
How much more thirsty is the R in comparison to a non s'charged car?
I have reads of posts on here, and the general opinion seems to be that if it has been well serviced, it should go on to do silly miles and relatively stress free. Is that the case? My dad had a 3.0 S-type which could be troublesome, so he got ride and got a 3.0X-type instead. Are the V6 engines more prone to issues than the straight 6.
Any info would be great.
Ta ta, Mark.
As the title suggests, I am thinking about getting an XJ6, probably the X300 type. I have fancied having a Jag for years, and did buy a non running V12 XJ-S years ago, but it was too far gone to save, so it was sold on as a non runner to a scrap yard. So my Jag itch was never fully scratched, and now it has returned.
I am interested in what the general running costs are like to be honest. I currently run a 4motion V6 2.8 Passat, which does about 24mpg as an average when I commute in it, which is mainly 30-40mph driving. However my office is moving soon, which will involve a 40mile round trip, with at least 30miles of that on motorways.
How much more thirsty is the R in comparison to a non s'charged car?
I have reads of posts on here, and the general opinion seems to be that if it has been well serviced, it should go on to do silly miles and relatively stress free. Is that the case? My dad had a 3.0 S-type which could be troublesome, so he got ride and got a 3.0X-type instead. Are the V6 engines more prone to issues than the straight 6.
Any info would be great.
Ta ta, Mark.
il-mostro said:
Hi folks.
As the title suggests, I am thinking about getting an XJ6, probably the X300 type. I have fancied having a Jag for years, and did buy a non running V12 XJ-S years ago, but it was too far gone to save, so it was sold on as a non runner to a scrap yard. So my Jag itch was never fully scratched, and now it has returned.
I am interested in what the general running costs are like to be honest. I currently run a 4motion V6 2.8 Passat, which does about 24mpg as an average when I commute in it, which is mainly 30-40mph driving. However my office is moving soon, which will involve a 40mile round trip, with at least 30miles of that on motorways.
How much more thirsty is the R in comparison to a non s'charged car?
I have reads of posts on here, and the general opinion seems to be that if it has been well serviced, it should go on to do silly miles and relatively stress free. Is that the case? My dad had a 3.0 S-type which could be troublesome, so he got ride and got a 3.0X-type instead. Are the V6 engines more prone to issues than the straight 6.
Any info would be great.
Ta ta, Mark.
X300 XJ6 (1994-1997) X300 essentially a reskinned XJ40 - design dates back to 1970s. Good build quality and pretty bombproof mechanically providing it's been looked after. Look for rust round rear arches, front and rear screens, jacking points, suspension mounting points, wing bottoms and inner sills. Front suspension wear shown by excess inner edge tyre wear, brakes, suspension components get tired. Check for smooth straight stop under hard braking. Engines should be reasonably quiet and rattle free. Look for signs of headgasket leaks, listen for exhaust manifold cracks.As the title suggests, I am thinking about getting an XJ6, probably the X300 type. I have fancied having a Jag for years, and did buy a non running V12 XJ-S years ago, but it was too far gone to save, so it was sold on as a non runner to a scrap yard. So my Jag itch was never fully scratched, and now it has returned.
I am interested in what the general running costs are like to be honest. I currently run a 4motion V6 2.8 Passat, which does about 24mpg as an average when I commute in it, which is mainly 30-40mph driving. However my office is moving soon, which will involve a 40mile round trip, with at least 30miles of that on motorways.
How much more thirsty is the R in comparison to a non s'charged car?
I have reads of posts on here, and the general opinion seems to be that if it has been well serviced, it should go on to do silly miles and relatively stress free. Is that the case? My dad had a 3.0 S-type which could be troublesome, so he got ride and got a 3.0X-type instead. Are the V6 engines more prone to issues than the straight 6.
Any info would be great.
Ta ta, Mark.
Interiors wear well. Clock display common failure, random immobiliser and electricial faults. High mile diffs will whine
Engines not as refined or smooth as later V8 - 3.2 underpowered when heavily laden and both 3.2 and 4.0 hampered by ancient 4 speed auto. Expect around 18-22MPG round town and up to 27-8 on a long motorway trip. Hard driven R will easily get less than 15MPG. Tyres from £90 each, all parts commonly available and reasonably priced. X300 generally easy DIY or village garage servicing and repair. Lots of breakers on ebay.
Important to find very best example you can and look after it. Rustproofing essential. Suggest you compare with visually similar but completely updated mechanically lighter faster and more economical V8 as later car prices are so low now.
I don't find my 3.2 litre XJ40 underpowered either. 
Jaguar Steve has pretty much covered it; the X300 is a very strong, durable and reliable car which is simple enough to be easy to work on. The straight six engine is as strong as they come, does not suffer any particular problems and is capable of big miles. Likewise, though the zf4HP22 and ZF4HP24 automatic gearboxes are not the last word in modernity, they are significantly more durable than their sucessors.
I get 22-23 mpg running round (mix of 'A' roads and town use) in my late model 3.2 XJ40 (very similar to the X300) and about 28-29 mpg on a long motorway run. City driving sees more fuel use: maybe 18-19 mpg.
The main problem is rust - there are some horribly rusty X300s out there, but get a good one and you will not be disappointed. I personally prefer the styling and feel of my XJ40 but the X300 is a more 'complete' car - just not as charming. A8hex is right: saloons don't come much better than a good X300.
Jaguar Steve has pretty much covered it; the X300 is a very strong, durable and reliable car which is simple enough to be easy to work on. The straight six engine is as strong as they come, does not suffer any particular problems and is capable of big miles. Likewise, though the zf4HP22 and ZF4HP24 automatic gearboxes are not the last word in modernity, they are significantly more durable than their sucessors.
I get 22-23 mpg running round (mix of 'A' roads and town use) in my late model 3.2 XJ40 (very similar to the X300) and about 28-29 mpg on a long motorway run. City driving sees more fuel use: maybe 18-19 mpg.
The main problem is rust - there are some horribly rusty X300s out there, but get a good one and you will not be disappointed. I personally prefer the styling and feel of my XJ40 but the X300 is a more 'complete' car - just not as charming. A8hex is right: saloons don't come much better than a good X300.
Do it. Seriously, you'll wonder why you haven't before. Here's why:
They cost next to nothing to buy.
If looked after, are supremely reliable. Mine has 148k and the only thing that doesn't work is the clock. Even if something breaks, there are loads of really chap bits available.
They go well when you need them to, but waft along effortlessly when you don't
They make any long journey so much less effort. The last 2 days has seen my commute being >95 miles each way, and I arrive fully fresh and ready to get on with things.
No depreciation makes the additional fuel costs much easier to live with. You'll be charged a maximum of £210 tax on it too, even if you get the 6.0l
People may mock you about it being an old man's car, but they're secretly impressed. Whenever I go anywhere with work there's always loads of people wanting a lift.
Few cars on the road look as elegant.
There are lots to choose from.
They cost next to nothing to buy.
If looked after, are supremely reliable. Mine has 148k and the only thing that doesn't work is the clock. Even if something breaks, there are loads of really chap bits available.
They go well when you need them to, but waft along effortlessly when you don't
They make any long journey so much less effort. The last 2 days has seen my commute being >95 miles each way, and I arrive fully fresh and ready to get on with things.
No depreciation makes the additional fuel costs much easier to live with. You'll be charged a maximum of £210 tax on it too, even if you get the 6.0l
People may mock you about it being an old man's car, but they're secretly impressed. Whenever I go anywhere with work there's always loads of people wanting a lift.
Few cars on the road look as elegant.
There are lots to choose from.
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