We all have our own personal tastes. What may seem awesome to one person, may seem horrible to another. The only way to know what works for you is to go see it and sit in it.

 

The original dealership of my CPO car took delivery in late '06 and the car wasn't sold and registered until mid '07. I assumed the warranty was valid until mid '13. Wrong. Apparently the dealership had put the car "in service" (as reported to Jaguar) for their own use and that's when the warranty period started.

Even though #1 has only 1K on it, you may want to check with the dealership to ensure that it has not been reported as in service to Jaguar.

When my wife first saw the interior she thought it looked the color of Gulden's mustard and wasn't all that thrilled with it. I like black on "tan" and was/am very happy with it. She has come to actually like the color.

Best of luck with your decision. They both look sweet.

 

I love my caramel interior. My kids are in and out of it all the time -- it cleans up nicely. Light interiors do tend to reflect a bit in bright sunlight on the windshield, but it's nice to be able to see the interior and enjoy it. The little details get lost when everything is in black. ;D

 

I'd go for #2 but only if I couod get a much better deal. it sounds like you're being ripped off. You need to work the price on #2 down by A LOT.
The black pack is a $6.5k option. It should only add like $2-3k at most to the value of a used car.
7K more miles + the fact its already owned/used should make the price way way less than the other car, not more. Black pack or not.

 

Like others said, you really have to see it yourself. I like the caramel interior of the XK's but I just think black is so much better. You might like it. My wife does and she is picky.

 

Two

 

So my unofficial poll so far has netted
Car 1 Score 8
Car 2 Score 2

I was already leaning this way. I'm doing the deal remotely and will fly in to Dallas Weds to pick it up. Had them throw in a clear bra.

Looking forward to it. What is the best set of lower springs and exhaust? Also I noticed aftermarket wheels are very hard to find. Have you guys done any group buys or do you know any good sources?

 

Not a fan of the Black Pack....
So I would vote for # 1

I have the same interior, and it is true, it reflects in the windshield.

 

I have an '08 black with tan interior which I prefer over the black interior especially here in Houston. My wifes Acadia is black with black interior and even with her AC seats it is still much hotter to sit in than mine. I honestly never sweat in my seats like I do in hers. As for the reflection, I have never noticed it but I'm sure you do get some reflection.

I vote for #1 as well but I am admittedly biased

 

Curious about that statement. And since I love shopping for XK's I took a look:

When I go to Cars.com and select new XK series Jaguars I see an initial list of 474 cars. Naturally most of them are 2012's. There are 86 from 2011. Of those 33 are coupes. When I select only the XKR I'm left with nine cars.

Three of them are in the price range you suggest, around $102,000. The remaining six are in the $82 -87,000 range. Four of those 6 are black. Three have charcoal interiors.

On the other hand if I search for used 2011 XKR's with less than 10,000 miles, I get 14 vehicles with a price range of $75 - 90,000.

 

So I just learned my car is Ebony Black and not Ultimate Black. Looks stunning when clean but I suppose with no Metallic it will show more dirt? Have not seen in person yet but will this week! Pics look gorgeous.

 

So I've already learned the car has a funky bolt pattern and wheels that fit are hard to find! What else do I need to know guys - tell me tell me...

Both good and bad.

 

No problem...the stock wheels, springs and exhaust look the business, perform like a champ and sounds awesome! Class and Badass that you may discover you don't need to mess with.

Bruce

 

No doubt. In terms of stock wheels the stockers look unique and suit the car. But I can't deny that some aftermarket wheels, lower springs and exhaust could still enhance it yet!

 

Picked her up Weds. What a car. I have actually grown to prefer the caramel interior. The contrast stitching really showcases the quality of the leather. Also, I left the car in the sun today and when I got back in it wasn't nearly as hot as a black interior.

Now I just need to order some springs and an exhaust that doesn't drone!

 

@Evoking, congratulations on your acquisition, now you need to post up a picture or two.

Interesting comment about the exhaust, most of the guys around here seem to want 'more' rather than less.

I too am not keen on black seats in summer sun.

 

Big congrats man. I hope to join the XKR family one day. There are 3 cars I want. The XKR will be first.

I can't wait to see how you mod it. Like u said, the stock wheels are nice but there is nothing like a sweet set of aftermarket wheels.

 

Here are some pics:

 

Nice! Glad you're enjoying it!

 

Looking sharp with that ride!

Is there an exhaust that won't drone?