Hello,
My name is Jason and I live in WI. I have always loved the look of Jaguars and I can't wait to purchase my 1st this year. I am due to purchase a new vehicle this year and I have decided that I will be purchasing a used Jaguar X-Type, either 2004 or 2005. I have never owned a Jag but have always wanted to. These are the entry level and from everything I have seen they are great cars. From what I have read about them they can be a bit quirky thats why I figured I would join this forum and start learning the things I need to know about them now. Everyone says this forum has a lot of useful info that can save you some headaches down the road. So along with my intro I wanted to ask this question.

I was curious if I could get the opinions of some informed Jag owners on this vehicle I am looking in to. Here is the listing:

For sale 2005 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L V-6 AWD
I am selling my 2005 X-type it is in excellent condition with great exterior and interior.
Mechanically and physically the car is in mint condition, I am a car guy and have always kept this car in top spec.

Specs:
Transmission: 5 speed Automatic w/OD
Brakes: 4 Wheel DISC w/ ABS
Mileage:107k
Black Exterior with Chrome Trim
Tan Leather interior
Heated Seats
AM/FM/CD Player
Power Drives Seat
Power Sunroof (not moonroof, it opens fully)
All Wheel Drive (handles great in snow or wet)
3.0L V-6 (not the smaller 2.5)
Engine Immobilizer
Headlights-Automatic
Air Conditioning-Auto Climate Control
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Cruise Control
Keyless Entry
Power Mirrors
Power Locks
Seat-Power Driver
Seat-Power Passenger
Rear Armrest/cupholders
Steering Wheel-Adjustable
Steering Wheel-Audio Controls
Steering Wheel-Leather
Power Steering
Remote Trunk Release
Power Windows (Front 1-touch Up&Down)
Front and Rear Fog Lamps
Mirror(s)-Heated
Rear Window Defogger
Air Bag-Frontal-Driver
Air Bag-Frontal-Passenger
Air Bag-Side Body-Front
Air Bag-Side Head-Front
Air Bag-Side Head-Rear

As far as parts it has had the following:
New Heater core
New Drive Shaft
Transfer case replaced this cost $3000 and was done less than 2 weeks ago.
New front calipers
New rotors and pads all 4 wheels
New intake vacuum hosing (the stock hosing had a defect so i replaced all of them).
New Brake booster
New brake Master cylinder
Chrome mesh grill replacement (not the cheap kind I ordered specifically for this model)
All oil changes done with Castrol full synthetic as recommended by Jaguar

All regular maintenance completed on schedule including coolant flush, oil filters, air filters etc..

It has a crack in the front windshield that will need to be replaced at some point. I have driven with the crack for some time now as it doesn't impede the drivers view at all.
The left rear rim is missing the center for the hubcap, they can be found here for $20:
I also have a full size spare rim and full size spare tire which I will include with the car. The rim got bent on a pothole so I replaced it. It's still in good condition and you could have it repaired (about $50 locally) and use it as a full size spare instead of the donut (also included in trunk /w jack etc.). This was my plan i just never got around to it.
Other than that the car is in excellent condition it drives great, handles brilliantly in the dry or snow and it looks amazing.
Pics taken with cell phone, I can provide better hi-res photos if interested.
This is hands down the cleanest X-type you will find, its in better shape and has had more maintenance, care and new parts than cars with a third of the mileage.
Hate to sell her but I have a company car now and have no need for it.
Happy to answer any serious questions or inquiries, feel free to email me. Serious buyers are encouraged to come see the car in person, as the pictures really don't do it justice.


He is asking 7K.

To me it seems like a good deal as he has already replaced the Transfer case and some other parts and it seems well maintained. I would love to get in to the Jag owners club and this seems like the car to start with.

If anyone has any advice on things to look for or questions to ask I would love to hear them.

Thanks!

 

Welcome to the forum Jason,

Good to have you with us.
Post in the X section X-Type - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to get the experts advice, take a look in the regional section also Mid West US - IL IN IA MI MN MO OH WI - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
Enjoy the forum.

If you haven't already done so you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.

 

Thanks! I will post my question there.

 

Welcome to this friendly Forum,Jason.
Follow Norri's advice and enjoy your membership here.

 

Welcome to the forum Jason,

Follow Norri's link to the tech section. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top there is a good place to start for information on regular issues and specs.

Good luck in your search.

Enjoy the forum.

Graham

 

Jason - welcome to the forum an car looks like an awesome deal. This forum is by far an excellent source for easing any questions regarding repairs and ownership - enjoy and hope you take the leap!

 

Hi Jason:
Welcome to the forum and greetings form Wisconsin and the Midwest Region! I don't know the first thing about x-types, but I have to say, from looking at the pictures, I'd certainly check this car out. For 7k, think of the other bland garbage you could end up driving.

Don't be a stranger!
Scott

 

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Welcome! What part of the Frozen Tundra do you call home? I grew up in the Wausau / Stevens Point area. Just had too many years of the cold and snow. Enjoy the forums and your new Jag.

 

Tommy: I'm from Wausau originally, too. And I also got sick of living so far north, so I moved to the Madison area.
Scott

 

Hey Scott! When you get done shoveling that snow, come on down, I've got a driveway full of sunshine that needs shoveling next. LOL.