Looking to buy soon - just not sure the year (as some seem to have issues) - but like the convertible and hope to find something around 20K

 

Welcome to the forums gctippett,

Good to have you with us.

I can see you've already found your way to the XK/XKR forum so can assume that is the particular Jaguar convertible that appeals to you. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues. You can also use the US Western Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/western-us-ak-ca-nv-ut-hi-wa-id-38/ to find other members in your region.

Please read the guidance for new members ( https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...ned-up-241802/ ) which answers many of the most frequent questions about getting started.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

welcome to the forum - good luck in the search and enjoy!!

 

Welcome to the group! Good luck!

 

I guess I'm to introduce myself - I'm a retired Educator (Principal) formally a History and Sociology teacher football and basketball coach in Oregon. I love our state, it's beautiful and very scenic - I grew up in Eastern Oregon in a family dedicated to cattle - my father was wise as he became a very successful Real estate Broker and lived in the Clarkston Washington area and Enterprise Oregon area. I've always loved the Jaguar - way back in the 70's I had a good friend that had one. Never could afford them then, too poor, but today I can certainly buy a used one. Buying any used car is scary to me - and given little of what I know about a Jag is even more scary. I'm not a mechanic - nor will be one. So If I do buy one - I'm hoping for the model that will cause least issues (year too). I realize that is with any car, I own a Toyota Truck and a Lexus car - and I've owned a bad Lexus along the way - so it's not uncommon to get a lemon. But now at 70 years old, I'd like to drive something I've always wanted - and always loved. So I need some direction, and that's why I'm here - any suggestions or recommendations is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

Welcome aboard.

 

Welcome to the Forums.

 

Welcome to the forums.

 

Jaguar ownership is never low cost and if you don't have the inclination to do your own maintenance and repairs, a reliable and knowledgeable independent is essential. The marque acquired a poor reputation for build quality and reliability in the 1970's and this opinion remains strong, most widely amongst those who have never owned one or have a had a single bad experience. I've never been without a Jaguar in the last fifty years and have used them as daily drivers and for extended Continental touring. Only had three breakdowns. A coolant hose on an XJ40, rear hub carrier bearing on an XJ8 and fuel injector on my current XK.

Provenance is absolutely critical. A comprehensive service history preferably backed up with a thick file of receipts. Few owners in the US or Canada drive sufficient miles to have their Jaguars serviced on a mileage basis; most should therefore have been serviced on a time basis and this means every twelve months. Any gaps need to be explained.

As you have been looking at our X150 forum, you will be pleased to know this model has few body problems. All-aluminium construction means the bodies are free from corrosion issues. The 5.0 litre benefits from development improvements but the original 4.2 is mechanically the more reliable. We have many owners who are supercharger fanatics and dismiss the normally aspirated engines but the latter is less stressed and therefore less of a potential problem. The convertible is a superb design but I've always had coupes only because the English weather makes 'top down' a rare opportunity.

Learn all you can about your preferred model. An apparently minor electrical function failure can sometimes be surprisingly costly to repair so it's important to be able to check everything on a potential purchase or have the vehicle backed by a comprehensive warranty.

Chosen wisely, any Jaguar model is far more than transportation - every journey is an experience.

Graham

 

Hello,
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums gctippett,

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I have two Lexus's now - ES 350 and GX 460 - Don't need another.