F-Type made the list. Electronic and power train issues cited. Not sure I agree.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enth...281250c2&ei=60

 

The more people stay away, the cheaper the used deals will become! Great news for those who know the truth.

 

I’m more than happy if people stay away from my car.

 

I love this: the reason you should not buy an F-Type, according to this article, is that “some owners” report some problems….hmmmm. Well, I have heard that some Bentley owners have reported some problems too.

Whether the “problems” are because of a lack of servicing or improper servicing, a simple failure to read the owner’s manual or an utter lack of common sense - none of that is reported. Just that some owners have reported problems…perhaps the fact that the F-Type (in common with many other modern cars) needs a fully charged battery? Who knew? Who would ever think that you need a charged battery to avoid electronic issues?

 

I'm sure there are very, very, very few cars out there where 'some owners' report problems.

 

You would expect "some problems" from VW.

 

American car reliability articles always make me smile, especially when stuff like "the British luxury brand also has developed a reputation for frequent breakdowns" is brought up - a statement that was relevant in the 1990ies. At least the unreliable Lucas electrics in Jaguars weren't brought up in this one. As said, it's actually great that these myths live on because it keeps the cars exclusive and not overpriced like some mainstream options like the 911.

 

An entire article of heresay and nonsense.

When I come across people who talk about Lucas and Jaguar being unreliable, I always ask if they've every owned one. They always seem to have a friend who's friend's second cousin had a Jaguar back in the 1970s...

I've personally owned over 20 Jaguars from an E-Type Series 1, Mk 2 3.8, several XJ6s, X200s, X150, and an X351, none of which ever left me stranded on the side of the road. I cannot say the same for the German marques that did leave me stranded on several occasions, which shall remain nameless in order to not have anyone feel the need to be defensive or insulted.

 

2017 F-Type R with zero problems outside of O2 sensors, which are covered under a lengthy warranty…and I drive this thing HARD!

 

I see your point but do you really want 16 year old high school student having the same car that you have because it’s so cheap? Luckily, the over priced servicing costs will keep most people away but attract them to YOUR car for parts (like an 80’s Mustang GT)!😲 Thé E-Type used to be cheap until they became rare and I ex oh expect the same for the v8 F-Types.

 

And V6 F-types...50/50 weight balance...3554lbs......in a 475hp v6 life is good....

 

Yep! Not that I care, mine will most probably be long gone before they become that rare and collectible but I can image that especially well specced V6 cars will appeal to any purists in the future, arguably being the quintessential F-Type version. The V6 cars always felt a bit like the S1-S2 E-Types and the V8 cars more like the S3 ones. All different flavors of a great platform, where the less powerful but more characterful ones seem to have become most desirable.

 

Thats the v6 myth. The “v6” is actually a V8 with pistons cut off so the weight savings is equivalent to having luggage in the trunk.🤦🏼‍♀️Thé V8’s extra power more than makes up for the weight plus the wider tires, better suspension etc…

 

Those two pistons weigh 51kg according to my handbook. Though maybe the ediff accounts for some of the extra weight, too.

 

Yes I guess we all know that the V6 is based on the V8 block. I actually think that the V6 would be nowhere near as characterful if it was a completely separate V6 design. If you also throw in the weight added by the AWD kit which most V8 cars have and many V6 cars don't have it's getting a bit more than some stuff in the trunk. Any well specced V6 car will have the same suspension, wheels/tires, brakes etc as a V8 car. Each to their own but like with the E-types it's not always only about the power and the weight. Anyways I'm sure they will all be desirable in the future.

 

That’s 112 pounds which seems extremely high. Again, the additional power more than compensates assuming you believe the car’s driving dynamics would change noticeably if an 220lb woman versus a 108lb Super Model drives the F-Type.😜

 

A bit more than that if you add the AWD/RWD difference... 1594 kg vs 1730 kg comparing an S RWD facelift coupe to an R AWD facelift coupe. Still pretty lardy cars but might be noticeable on the kind of roads the F-Type was built for. At least that's what people who have compared them on track say.

 

Yeah, I was comparing the V6 AWD with the AWD V8 to see what difference just the two pistons made.

 

Why don’t we agree that we all bought the best model?

 

No measureable portion of the population RACES nice cars on a track. That’s just useless data. The fun is East or West coast windy roads where weight doesn’t matter.