XKR-S not selling?
My local dealer (San Jose British Motors) has had two XKR-S sitting around for a long, long time (one white, one red). I noticed this morning both now have signs on them for $15,000 under sticker. Hard to believe here in Silicon Valley that a car like that wouldn't sell.
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Originally Posted by Lightman7
(Post 718942)
My local dealer (San Jose British Motors) has had two XKR-S sitting around for a long, long time (one white, one red). I noticed this morning both now have signs on them for $15,000 under sticker. Hard to believe here in Silicon Valley that a car like that wouldn't sell.
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That dealership needs to get people in the driver's seat that may be considering other cars. Fault is on the dealer. One drive sells itself.
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The dealer in Maine has one on the showroom floor as well.
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I think the XKR-S is a little bit too vulgar for most people. I think it looks silly, and I certainly wouldn't pay a price premium over a regular XKR for it. It's no secret that the XK is an aging platform, and Jaguar is doing its best to keep it fresh. However, in the process, they are making themselves out to look desperate, especially with that XKR-S GT!
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Boston to DC
I just happen to be back in the states and while here I've been in Boston for 2 weeks and DC for 2 weeks and I can't believe I haven't seen a single XK, XKR nor an XKR-S on the roads. I have seen M3s, Benz coupes, GT500s Challenger, Camaros and basically anything people "try" to put in the same category as our beloved X150 model.
I'm really liking the exclusivity but it somewhat scares me for the longevity of the brand. Hopefully their selling enough in England and India to keep the brand alive. Like another poster said it really boils down to taste. After I developed said taste I woke up and left the BMW brand "image".... The thing for me that sets the Jag apart is SOUL. Others can claim it but these cars truly have it! |
The last hoorah models can make a tough sale. The reviews and press are so positive and it's not like there's a ton to be sold. Jag will have to eat a little on lease special to get them moving.
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I'm not sure the XKR-S is "vulgar" but it certainly appeals to a different crowd than an XKR or XKR with Dynamic Pack. I live in Wisconsin but purchase most of my cars in Florida -- Florida dealers have no problem selling XKRs with Dynamic Packs at $110K+.
I personally think an XKR with Dynamic Pack blends subtle and sporty better than the XKR-S, but the XKR-S isn't supposed to be subtle. It's no different than a MC Stradale - you can buy a Maser GT 4.2 or you can get a flared-out MC Stradale. The XKR-S is intended for someone who wants something more aggressive and less "old school Jag." If that means that an XKR-S pulls in one person from MB AMG (and makes that person loyal to the Jaguar brand), then the car has performed its job flawlessly. |
Originally Posted by Mike V
(Post 719121)
The thing for me that sets the Jag apart is SOUL. Others can claim it but these cars truly have it!
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Originally Posted by Mike V
(Post 719121)
I just happen to be back in the states and while here I've been in Boston for 2 weeks and DC for 2 weeks and I can't believe I haven't seen a single XK, XKR nor an XKR-S on the roads. I have seen M3s, Benz coupes, GT500s Challenger, Camaros and basically anything people "try" to put in the same category as our beloved X150 model.
I'm really liking the exclusivity but it somewhat scares me for the longevity of the brand. Hopefully their selling enough in England and India to keep the brand alive. Like another poster said it really boils down to taste. After I developed said taste I woke up and left the BMW brand "image".... The thing for me that sets the Jag apart is SOUL. Others can claim it but these cars truly have it! |
My personal opinion, the XKR S is a bit over the top. I have been following this one ** 2012 Jaguar XKR-S White Supercharged 550+HP $132K MSRP XKR S ** on Craigslist and it has been offered for quite some time.
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Thumbs up
Originally Posted by amcdonal86
(Post 719284)
Surely you've seen me driving around DC! Mine's the one with the horrible popping sound going down the street! :p
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Originally Posted by Mike V
(Post 719308)
I've always held the tradition to give a thumbs up to someone driving the same car as mine (kinda like the Corvette Salute) but nothing, my thumbs got no exercise whatsoever.
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All you guys (or gals as the case may be) are special people...
I want you to know that if I saw you I would wave, or say hello if I was close enough to speak to you. Because doggonitt, you are somebody!!! |
I have also seen heavily discounted XKR-s', some with almost no mileage that are being offered in the $90K range, which is a hefty hit. I also am not a great fan of the body changes, I would rather have Jaguar offer all of the upgrades (more horsepower, lowered suspension....) on a normal XKR, whose body looks more refined and less boy racer.
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With all those vehicles you're causing a traffic jam in that beautiful little town
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XKRS not selling but got a lot of street cred!
Originally Posted by Lightman7
(Post 718942)
My local dealer (San Jose British Motors) has had two XKR-S sitting around for a long, long time (one white, one red). I noticed this morning both now have signs on them for $15,000 under sticker. Hard to believe here in Silicon Valley that a car like that wouldn't sell.
As far as looking vulgar, ya I get that point of view. I agree that the wing on the back has a boy racer look to it. But the front looks better than the cat fish mouth of the XKR. Now it looks like a pissed off catfish. I replaced the wing with the taller spoiler off of the 175 and it brought the lines back. Now I think it's the sweetest looking jag on the road. What is it about jaguars that makes them so exciting to drive? I think some one here nailed it by saying that you never quite know when they are going to break loose, lol. I couldn't agree more. I went to Michelin Super Pilot Sports and they communicate much better than the P Zeros. They start to slip but still have some grip left. The P Zeros grip, and grip and let go. Cheers! |
Originally Posted by tberg
(Post 719557)
I have also seen heavily discounted XKR-s', some with almost no mileage that are being offered in the $90K range, which is a hefty hit. I also am not a great fan of the body changes, I would rather have Jaguar offer all of the upgrades (more horsepower, lowered suspension....) on a normal XKR, whose body looks more refined and less boy racer.
2013 XKR with dynamic pack/performance exhaust. Same suspension (28% stiffer springs, full machined knuckles, dynamic performance tuned suspension) as XKR-S. Same wheels/tires as XKR-S. Performance exhaust is the same as the XKR-S. Also, with the XKR optioned with the dynamic pack it comes standard with the bright pack which is a $4,000 option on the XKR-S. The car is much better than my 2011 XKR 175 in looks and performance. I can feel the road more with the stiffer suspension and the exhaust note is to die for. |
Originally Posted by tberg
(Post 719557)
whose body looks more refined and less boy racer.
Jaguar has been pushing the envelope, going for the extreme and aiming at the opposite of what they stood for in certain ways. Especially with the RS-GT variants, in order to leave the old image and the perception of the brand behind. So far, they have been doing an outstanding job. As the time goes on, you will see more of it. As matter of fact, recently (6 months to a year ago), one of the automotive magazines/sites released the demographical information on Jaguar, Porsche and a few others. Interestingly enough, majority of the Porsche Panamera owners were in an older age bracket than those of the Xj x351. |
Originally Posted by drc
(Post 799264)
As far as looking vulgar, ya I get that point of view. I agree that the wing on the back has a boy racer look to it. But the front looks better than the cat fish mouth of the XKR.
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