Going to take a look at a 2001 4.0 S Type. Car has 73k miles. I'm completely foreign to Jaguar.

Never driven or even been in one. Was always intimidated. This would not be a daily driver. Would be used a couple days during the week and on weekends.

What specifically should I be paying particular attention to? Should I even consider a 2001?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

I'd avoid the 4.0 and instead get a 3.0 or 4.2 because the 4.0 will need its timing chain tensioners and related parts replacing.

 

Are you sure you want to buy any 17 year old car?

 

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Thanks for the advice. Car was a mess. It's funny what people consider great condition. Smelled of oil burning and the entire hood was oxidized.

Found a 2004 3.0 with 63k miles that I'm trying to check out. Supposedly well maintained. We'll see.

 

Yes, listen.. I own a 2000 S Type 4.0 that just passed 253,000 miles the other day. When things are good, this is one of the best driving and handling cars I have ever driven.

But most times it's the exception, not the rule. Biggest issue are the tensioners going sideways...(I changed mine, not one but twice & I DIY everything on this car)

But there are so many other short comings as well... It's a 17 year olds car, stay away...