I posted this same thread by mistake to the "new XF" site, so repeating it here...sorry.... my fat finger hit the wrong site.

I purchased a CPO 2012 XF Portfolio in June. First Jag & I absolutely love it! It is good-looking, sporty (especially for a 4 dr), fast, handles great, sounds awesome, comfortable, and already my favorite car ever (previously been a Lexus guy).

As a new Jag owner, I have spent a lot of time on this forum, and, after many hours, I am almost paranoid to drive it on trips for worrying about the leather on the dash coming up, the electronics stop "electronicing", the differential going bad, wind noise around the windows increasing, and being stranded on the road when the car "just cuts off going down the highway".....all comments from other owners. (I would have added the water pump leaking, but that has already been replaced).

Some of the comments didn't mention what year their car was, but I have also read that many improvements were made on the 2012, over the earlier years...one reason I went with the 2012. So, my question is, can some of you guys either ease my concerns or validate my worries....and let me know of problem indicators I need to look for? This is a great forum, full of good info....look forward to spending much time in it. Thanks to any of you that can advise me.

 

I have owned a 10 Premium and currently own a 13 SC V8, I never have and never will hesitate to take my car across country. In fact, I did take my 2010 on a 2000 mile trip when it was 4 years old and had 60,000 miles on her.

Neither car has left me stranded.

Did have a few small issues, but all cars do.

Perform regular maintenance and pay attention to what your car is telling you. Do not let little things go, get them fixed right away and your XF will serve you well.

 

Not had a single problem with my 2010 XFR at approx 40,000 miles other than very minor electrical stuff (keyless lock is a bit erratic).

 

You generally only hear about problems on forums. Not many people post to say their car is running great. My 2011 has only needed a new battery. No other faults. Had 2 previous jags long term and both were totally reliable until I sold them with well over 100k miles.

 

Thanks for all of your "comforting" comments...it's nice to be able to reach out & get some good, sound info from other Jaguar owners. "Glenno" is right....you usually only hear the bad news about any product. I'm hoping the previous owner has all the "bugs worked out" by now & I do have the CPO warranty for another couple years, so hope I'm OK. This is a great forum....thanks to all for contributing to it!

 

Every car has its weaknesses. If you see something that fails commonly at a certain time and miles, and its something that will leave you stranded on the side of the road or cause collateral damage, make that something a maintenance item and get it replaced before it fails.

The plastic in the cooling system and the water pumps would fall into that category.

And always change all the fluids when you get a used car to be sure they are fresh and with the right fluids: Differential, Transmission, Brakes, Coolant, Engine Oil and Power Steering.

That will keep you from having lots of potential problems like diff or transmission issues.