Newbie and First Jag
Hi,
I am the new (proud) owner of a 2005 X-type Sportwagon that I acquired two weeks ago. Car has 66K miles, British Racing Green and is in pretty good shape with no apparent (to me) issues.
Love the looks, smoothness and handling of the car, though it is a bit rougher on bad road surfaces than my previous ride (Saab 9-5 SE). Perhaps the 17 inch wheels are contributing to that. Love the interior. Car has a few options including heated seats (a must in Utah winters), subwoofer, trip computer and garage opener.
I have begun my usual round of maintenance when I acquire a used car, beginning with fluid changes and fixing a couple of minor trim pieces that were broken (vanity mirror flap and light switch bezel). Already read a lot of great posts in the FAQ for this model.
Looking forward to keeping this car on the road for a long time.
All the Best,
Eric Irvine
I am the new (proud) owner of a 2005 X-type Sportwagon that I acquired two weeks ago. Car has 66K miles, British Racing Green and is in pretty good shape with no apparent (to me) issues.
Love the looks, smoothness and handling of the car, though it is a bit rougher on bad road surfaces than my previous ride (Saab 9-5 SE). Perhaps the 17 inch wheels are contributing to that. Love the interior. Car has a few options including heated seats (a must in Utah winters), subwoofer, trip computer and garage opener.
I have begun my usual round of maintenance when I acquire a used car, beginning with fluid changes and fixing a couple of minor trim pieces that were broken (vanity mirror flap and light switch bezel). Already read a lot of great posts in the FAQ for this model.
Looking forward to keeping this car on the road for a long time.
All the Best,
Eric Irvine
Welcome to the forum Eric,
Good to have you with us at Jaguar Forums.
It sounds like you're already finding your way around here but if not, follow this link X-Type - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X-Type forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.
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Enjoy the forums.
Graham
Good to have you with us at Jaguar Forums.
It sounds like you're already finding your way around here but if not, follow this link X-Type - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X-Type forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.
Please remember to add vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. Go to the User CP button on the left of the top menu bar, then Settings & Options under Your Control Panel. Select Edit Signature and enter the details.
You can also visit the US Western Region forum by following this link Western US - AK CA NV OR UT HI WA ID - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to find other members in your region.
Enjoy the forums.
Graham
Welcome to Jaguar Forums Eric,
Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.
If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help
Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.
If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help
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Jim,
Thanks for the welcome. BTW, where in Glasgow are you? I grew up in Clydebank then moved to Alexandria for a while before wandering around a few places in the world and ending up here in Utah.
awrabest,
Eric
Thanks for the welcome. BTW, where in Glasgow are you? I grew up in Clydebank then moved to Alexandria for a while before wandering around a few places in the world and ending up here in Utah.
awrabest,
Eric
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