what happened with this in the end?

 

It has been towed to my local garage where a first rough diagnosis could be something in the top end (don't know exactly) but have left it with them because I am not in a rush since I have another car, hopefully will have an update in round about 2 weeks.

 

Initial diagnosis could be with rod bearing failure or crankshaft bearing failure.


Engine is coming out and stripped down maybe next week. Will assess further then

 

I felt quite sick when I first read this thread and watched the video. Too nice a car to bin it if it can be fixed. I'm pleased to hear you've not given up.
I've been watching out for any progress and I hope it works out for you. Nice car !

 

cheers Busa, its always a hard decision to make when things like this happen. I would rather spend £350 on taking out the engine and completely strip it down to see the prospect of repair than just sell it for scrap.

I have mentally set my upper budget (i.e £1 higher and no way) to £3000, hopefully it can be done, heres hoping

 

Damn shame alright !!
If the damage is not the top end , and it is infact the bottom end that has failed ,
then it is likely curtains for this engine . Espeshaly if it starved for oil .
Not the end of the world though ,as there is a STR engine on eBay.uk for £2400 .
This will get you going again -

JAGUAR XKR XJR S-Type R 4.2 V8 SUPERCHARGED ENGINE | eBay

 

That is a good find.
In Wolverhampton (North Birmingham)

 

If you decide to purchase a used engine, it may be a good idea to have the rod and main bearings checked and replaced, if needed, prior to installation into the vehicle.

 

here is another one on there for 1500pounds with no insilerys !

Jaguar S Type R Engine | eBay

 

https://1drv.ms/i/s!Aio3YJCHCdpxlS4w0XYAhg413r9R
https://1drv.ms/i/s!Aio3YJCHCdpxlTHnUWJm5qmZxtU-

https://1drv.ms/i/s!Aio3YJCHCdpxlTJGSYjWdxeNCMOv
https://1drv.ms/i/s!Aio3YJCHCdpxlTA5Y5slEZpTblqs
https://1drv.ms/i/s!Aio3YJCHCdpxlS8dx53890kZrLwV

Getting an engine complete minus the supercharger for £1900

 

From the looks of things, a good choice indeed.

 

Sweet deal ! I'm very pleased to hear it is getting fixed !