I test drove a 2010 xf sc last night. Car was immaculate on the inside, 45kmi, minor dings on the bumpers (owned by an old couple) nothing major though. They purchased it as a cpo in 2011 so it's been maintained under the 100k mile warranty. I must say that thing is a beast, I had a grin from ear to ear flying down the 101 yesterday. Felt like a little kid again. Talk about love at first DRIVE. Lol.... They were asking 30 I got them down to 28 so I jumped on it. I told they're representative (old wealthy ppl) I'd take it if it passes an inspection at the local jag dealership. They agreed to have it done today. Now I got a couple questions: is there anything I should tell the dealer to look for? Is cpo warranty transferable? Do you guys think I got a good deal?? ....Heck I think I got a good deal I almost signed for a 2009 sc on Sunday for over 28 before taxes with more miles.

 

Have them do an inspection like the dealer is making the car available for sale as a used car, not just a maintenance inspection. I've done these in the past and split the cost with the seller just to make sure everything gets checked and you don't have any big surprises. I always tell the seller that if there is something big and I don't purchase the car, that they will need to pay for the whole thing.

Make sure all the recalls/TSB's are taken care of and make sure the water pump is not leaking. Also, go to the dealer when the car is dropped off and ask for a vehicle service history and see what has been replaced/repaired since the vehicle was new. Helps to know what to still look for ie. whether the water pump has been replaced before, whether the dash is still original, etc.

Not sure if the warranty is transferable. Hope that helps.

 

Thanks for the heads up. Are the water pumps notorious for breaking down? Should I be worried if dash is still original? I googled the cpo warranty and the jag website says it follows the car. Crossing my fingers. I'll ask when I talk to the dealership to confirm

 

They are a known issue. After replacement they are usually ok. The dash glue was defective on many cars and you should notice if the dash has bubbled up near the speaker grill in the center. I had to have mine replaced and I know many others have done it or are doing it now.

 

Price seems reasonable if immaculate. kyanite has good advice. Good luck!

 

Great find if it passes the inspection.
I always sit in the car and press every button I possibly can to make sure they work.
Come with two car remotes/ all informative books?
Check a/c vents when they open, see if any are sluggish/slow opening.
Take it on a test drive with some bumpy roads, some members have reported interior squeaks.

When Kyanite said to check the service history, thats a great idea, also see if the differential was worked on/replaced.

Good luck and congrats on the XF SC!

 

I was so worried about trying to see if I could hear any rattles or squeaks that I forgot to mess with the stereo or to see if all buttons work but it will be at the dealer on Friday morning so gives me 1 last chance to check everything out before we close the deal

 

Ohhh…..you will pay taxes my friend but to DMV and not the seller. Different rate possibly .

 

I know I did the ca fee calculator and it came out to almost 3k. I'm hoping seller can say they sold it cheaper so I pay less taxes but idk. Anybody know any loopholes for ca? Or should I just take it on the chin? Don't wanna get anybody in trouble

 

When it comes to taxes and death……there are no loop holes !!

 

Haha

 

Just a thought on those dings.... I had a depression in my roof and a ding in my fender near the gas tank removed with paintless dent repair. If the paint isn't scratched most can be removed to be like new or near new. I paid $100 for each area.

 

Congrats!!

 

Perfect Price under book value. Well done - make sure you get a radar detector the cops can be bitches on 101

 

Good to know. Thanks

 

Tell me about it.... I have a cobra that worked fine in my x type. I remember taking it out when I sold it to my uncle. Now I can't find it. Any recommendations? I have to pick it up in San Mateo tonight and drive it back to salinas. I'm planning on REALLY testing it out if you know what I mean lol

Thank you

 

I love my escort!