Advice on purchasing Jaguar X-type
Discussion
Hi all,
I’m currently looking into buying a Jaguar X-type. I know there are several issues I need to be aware off when looking into potential cars, such as corrosion of the sills on the models prior to the 2004 facelift and that it’s probably better to get a manual then automatic transmission.
I currently spotted a 2003 X-type with low mileage and was wondering if I should run away from it or if I should seriously consider it when it doesn’t show signs of corrosion. Are there options to prevent rust from becoming an issue on the models before 2004?
Also, are there any other vital points I should inspect prior to purchase?
Thank you for any helpful tips.
I’m currently looking into buying a Jaguar X-type. I know there are several issues I need to be aware off when looking into potential cars, such as corrosion of the sills on the models prior to the 2004 facelift and that it’s probably better to get a manual then automatic transmission.
I currently spotted a 2003 X-type with low mileage and was wondering if I should run away from it or if I should seriously consider it when it doesn’t show signs of corrosion. Are there options to prevent rust from becoming an issue on the models before 2004?
Also, are there any other vital points I should inspect prior to purchase?
Thank you for any helpful tips.
w824gb3 said:
All the 2.5 and 3.0 petrols were AWD. There was never a RWD x-type.
The 2.1 petrol and all diesels are FWD.
IMO the best X-type has a 2.2d engine. The petrols were slow and very thirsty with a poor gearchange.
I owned both petrol and diesel for several years..
My father has a 3.0 petrol automatic estate; slow it certainly is not. It also corners like it is on rails. If you have had a 3.0 and consider it slow I would respectfully suggest there was something wrong with it. The 2.1 petrol and all diesels are FWD.
IMO the best X-type has a 2.2d engine. The petrols were slow and very thirsty with a poor gearchange.
I owned both petrol and diesel for several years..
I'll give you the thirsty comment; rarely does the MPG hit 30, and it is made worse by the small tank. The losses through the AWD and an autobox are the culprits. The gearbox isn't the most decisive and low-speed refinement is disappointing, though at motorway speeds it is pretty good.
It is not my kind of car but can see the appeal. It is easy to drive, quick, nimble and very surefooted in the wet.
Can't comment on how the 2.2 diesel compares - I don't do diesel. If I wanted an X-Type and was not fussed about the AWD, I'd go for the small FWD petrol. I did a few miles in one which seemed to go pretty well.
had an 07 Sport Premium estate with 2.2 diesel, manual. Triple black.
Great torquey engine.
Super comfy seats.
Low profile tyres great for handling but go pop over s
tty potholed roads.
Gearbox shagged after 75k miles, cost me over a grand.
Standard trim is very very dated, and saloons just look shyte.
Great torquey engine.
Super comfy seats.
Low profile tyres great for handling but go pop over s
tty potholed roads.Gearbox shagged after 75k miles, cost me over a grand.
Standard trim is very very dated, and saloons just look shyte.
SidJames said:
had an 07 Sport Premium estate with 2.2 diesel, manual. Triple black.
Gearbox shagged after 75k miles, cost me over a grand.
You were unlucky. Took my 2.2d from 20k to 130k miles without gearbox or clutch issues. At least 10k miles of that was towing a 1500kg caravan. In fact the only thing it cost me outside routine servicing and brakes was a few suspension bushes/arms to cure clunks.Gearbox shagged after 75k miles, cost me over a grand.
I have owned my 3.0 Exec Estate (facelift 2004) for 18 months now.
Look out for rust! My car is very presentable on the outside but underneath there is lots of the stuff. I removed the sill covers and found big rusty patches on nearly all the clip holes. Luckily it was surface rust only - in one place it had rotted through. I am sure if I did this a year later a lot of welding would be needed. Rust also on the rear subframe and front subframe. As these are thick steel it is not as much as a problem but I did not expect it. I was also just in time catching the steel brake line over and above the rear subframe rusting. A new brake line would need the rear subframe removing, a big job.
Further problems were: broken headlamps adjusters (can be renewed DIY but the bumper needs to be taken off), a bad roof areal connection, rubbers in the suspension need replacing (which can be expected for a 14 year old car).
In all it is a good car, the seats would have been nicer if they were not so hard. I drove a 2000 XJ8 today which had much more comfortable seats and suspension.
Look out for rust! My car is very presentable on the outside but underneath there is lots of the stuff. I removed the sill covers and found big rusty patches on nearly all the clip holes. Luckily it was surface rust only - in one place it had rotted through. I am sure if I did this a year later a lot of welding would be needed. Rust also on the rear subframe and front subframe. As these are thick steel it is not as much as a problem but I did not expect it. I was also just in time catching the steel brake line over and above the rear subframe rusting. A new brake line would need the rear subframe removing, a big job.
Further problems were: broken headlamps adjusters (can be renewed DIY but the bumper needs to be taken off), a bad roof areal connection, rubbers in the suspension need replacing (which can be expected for a 14 year old car).
In all it is a good car, the seats would have been nicer if they were not so hard. I drove a 2000 XJ8 today which had much more comfortable seats and suspension.
Go for the latest model you can afford. I had a 2005 2.2d Sport and it was a fantastic car, its now in my mates ownership while i've got myself and XF S.
The X-Types so suffer from sill corrosion and if you remove the side skirts you may find something unpleasant. My mates 05 estate is corroded badly and needs new sills. They are strong cars if looked after, plenty around still. Only thing to note is that from March 06 the V6 petrols went right up in road tax costs. I'd look for a 2005/55reg 3.0 Sport Premium in good condition. AWD models grip well and the 3.0 is good fun. 2.5 didn't feel all that quick to me but handled well. 2.2d with a remap is a nice car and even with heavy diesel engine and FWD it drove great.
The X-Types so suffer from sill corrosion and if you remove the side skirts you may find something unpleasant. My mates 05 estate is corroded badly and needs new sills. They are strong cars if looked after, plenty around still. Only thing to note is that from March 06 the V6 petrols went right up in road tax costs. I'd look for a 2005/55reg 3.0 Sport Premium in good condition. AWD models grip well and the 3.0 is good fun. 2.5 didn't feel all that quick to me but handled well. 2.2d with a remap is a nice car and even with heavy diesel engine and FWD it drove great.
w824gb3 said:
All the 2.5 and 3.0 petrols were AWD. There was never a RWD x-type.
The 2.1 petrol and all diesels are FWD.
IMO the best X-type has a 2.2d engine. The petrols were slow and very thirsty with a poor gearchange.
I owned both petrol and diesel for several years..
The diesels are slower than the petrols..... and if you think a V6 X-Type is thirsty, you simply haven't run a "thirsty" car The 2.1 petrol and all diesels are FWD.
IMO the best X-type has a 2.2d engine. The petrols were slow and very thirsty with a poor gearchange.
I owned both petrol and diesel for several years..
Bobstar86 said:
Go for the latest model you can afford. I had a 2005 2.2d Sport and it was a fantastic car, its now in my mates ownership while i've got myself and XF S.
The X-Types so suffer from sill corrosion and if you remove the side skirts you may find something unpleasant. My mates 05 estate is corroded badly and needs new sills. They are strong cars if looked after, plenty around still. Only thing to note is that from March 06 the V6 petrols went right up in road tax costs. I'd look for a 2005/55reg 3.0 Sport Premium in good condition. AWD models grip well and the 3.0 is good fun. 2.5 didn't feel all that quick to me but handled well. 2.2d with a remap is a nice car and even with heavy diesel engine and FWD it drove great.
But what are new sills? £500/£600? Get a good one, do that (if necessary) and you have a decent car for not a lot of money. The X-Types so suffer from sill corrosion and if you remove the side skirts you may find something unpleasant. My mates 05 estate is corroded badly and needs new sills. They are strong cars if looked after, plenty around still. Only thing to note is that from March 06 the V6 petrols went right up in road tax costs. I'd look for a 2005/55reg 3.0 Sport Premium in good condition. AWD models grip well and the 3.0 is good fun. 2.5 didn't feel all that quick to me but handled well. 2.2d with a remap is a nice car and even with heavy diesel engine and FWD it drove great.
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