I'm looking ta a few 05 XJR's since th einsurance co totalled my 04 XJ8(front bummer and hood needed replacing) Anything special I should look out for ?

 

Hi,

I have a 2005 XJR and I would suggest looking for rust spots which are quite expensive to repair, lights (parking and license) which rust out and brakes (Brembo) which need to be replaced every two years. Other than that, I have zero problem with the car.

Serge

 

Not sure where 'rust' comes from, the cars are made from aluminium. However, it is correct that cosmetic corrosion can occur, called "filiform corrosion" (look on internet for description). Main places are: -

- leading edge of trunk lid due to to paint erosion by the lip on the rear screen seal
- creep-out from underneath the above seal by the rear wing
- creep-out from above trunk chrome trim
- door corners, usually creep round from the back face

Stone damage can also cause the above, as per my driver door, now fixed by myself.

Brembo brakes are very expensive in parts compared to standard. Discs will require replacement at some point as well as pads.

Ais suspension has been troublesome for some people, the main component that fails is the compressor. Most cars will be on their 2nd one by now.

Suspension bushes tend to wear prematurely, especially on cars with large diameter wheels and henc low profile tyres

 

Thanks Guys, looked all around and could find a clean well running XJR so picked up a 2006 XJ8L Indigo Blue super clean.

 

You should have called me. I could have gotten you whatever you want wholesale. AND I happened to have an 04 XJR Black / Black in stock.

Oh well, a day late and a dollar short I suppose.

Anyway, Enjoy the new car!

Take care,

George

 

George, will that offer for a wholesale price be good when I'm looking for my next Jag? =)

 

Absolutely, pm me for details. I have references on the forum too from other members that have gotten jags from me.

 

I'll keep that in mind when I'm looking for a 2012 XJ Ultimate in 8 years or so!

 

Good luck with the new jag, Looks great.