Hi, just wanted to join the forum and see what people are saying/recommending about the Jaguar. Usually I buy cars and only then find the forum to help me maintain/fix the beast. This time decided to go the other way. I like big cars and my back like their soft (relative to smaller cars) ride. I also would like to do as least as possible of the environmental damage as I can. I know, I know having a big boat of the car and been environmentally friendly is kind of oxymoron. I have a 98 Saturn wagon that I use for a relatively short, around town trips and use my 93 Lincoln Town Car for most of the long distance driving. I see sometimes adds on the CL for 98/99 Vander Plas in 4-5 range, but I've heard that some of the Jags (not sure which ones) had bunch of problems with transmissions or suspensions. I can't afford to buy something unreliable, so any suggestions - please.
Thanks!

 

Welcome ,
1995-97 X300s are good choices . Some '98-01 model years had nikasil issues . Tranny : I don't think Jaguars come with unreliable trannies
Suspension : Due to mileage that might be a problem . Mostly bushings worn out which is not a big deal . However old models that came with the hydraulic oil were real problem .

 

Welcome to the forum!

I did the same thing. I joined the forum first..asked some questions...and then drove my X home. Good luck...hope we can help!

 

welcome, and very smart to research here first!

you've got several options, just dig in and start reading about each model...you've got the X-type , S-type, XK8, XJ .. and any number of styles, from the supercharged R versions to the convertibles, vanden plas, etc. Lots of motor sizes, transmission choices, and their individual quirks.

If I were you, i'd start on a model each night and make notes on the years, good and bad. Good luck, and have fun!

 

welcome to the forum...hope we can help you to get the Jag that suits you best....enjoy the site

 

Thank you all!
I see there is plenty of information on the site to help me make an informed choice.