Howdy all,

I've never owned a Jag, but have always been intrigued by them. I'm currently in the market for an X-Type as a "first Jaguar". I live in MD and the all wheel drive is important to me. We are getting blasted by snow right now as I type this. Plus I've seen a few great deals on lower mileage vehicles.

I've been reading a bit and I think I want a 2004+ 3.0. The 2004+ have the thicker transfer-case housing.

I've test driven 2 X-Types already, a 2002 2.5 and a 2005 3.0. Both vehicles rode nice, but had other, cosmetic issues (chipped wheels, smoker's ash/smell, missing plastic parts, power seats didn't work.) The 3.0 made a rumbling nose that could be felt slightly in the steering wheel at about 50mph. Wheel bearings perhaps?

Regardless, my hunt continues.

I have a lead on a red 2002 xtype 2.5 creampuff. Little old lady drove it only 2000 miles a year. Garage kept, never saw rain, snow, food, pets or smoke. Pristine condition, but I'm concerned about the t-case issues of the earlier models. Anyone have experience with the t-case leaking and then locking up?

Thanks all.

- Ryan

 

Welcome to the forum Ryan,

The latest 2002 you're looking at sounds to have the right history.

Follow this link X-Type - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X-Type section for help, advice and information. Worth posting a question there about the early t-case for the low down from members with the same model.

You can also visit the US Mid Atlantic Region section by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/mid-atlantic-md-va-dc-de-wv-65/ to find other members in your region who may know of suitable X-Types for sale.

Good luck with the search.

Enjoy the forum.

Graham

 

Welcome to the forum Ryan,

Good to have you with us.
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.

 

Welcome to this friendly Forum, Ryan. Enjoy your membership.

 

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