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2000 S Type 45K Miles
by stevenb226
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Feb 07, 2009 (8:07 pm)
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Well after reading many of the postings, I may be asking a question I know the answer to...I've been looking for a stylish sedan to replace my 740 BMW with 180K, while the BMW has been far from perfect, it's been a great ride, now too big, while my logical side says get a Lexus, this like new 2000 S looks sexy...but hey I'm looking for fewer repair bills not more...thoughts.
Steve
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- #996 of 1027
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Re: 2000 S Type 45K Miles [stevenb226]
by alorasdad
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Feb 08, 2009 (8:15 am)
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Replying to: stevenb226 (Feb 07, 2009 8:07 pm)
Steve, I've had my 2000 S since 2005. It had 49000 on it when I bought it, has 110000 now. I've had to replace the condenser coil, $4k, had some leaks to deal with and now I'm getting a "Transmission Issue" on the message lights. With a sealed trannie, I can't even get it serviced - my only option would be replacement. My 1999 Forester with 210,000 miles has had fewer maintenance issues. Given the option, while the Jag was a dream car for me, I'd drive something else.
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Re: 2000 S Type 45K Miles [stevenb226]
by soyelisabeth
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Feb 08, 2009 (8:56 am)
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Replying to: stevenb226 (Feb 07, 2009 8:07 pm)
I considered a 2001 S-Type in October with 60,000 miles. After having it looked at and discovering it needed $1,700 worth of repairs, immediately, I'd decided to do what you are now doing, before making a final decision. needless to say, I did not buy my dream car. If this would not be your primary vehicle and you have unlimited income, in these trying times.......... then go after your sexy car.
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Re: 2000 S Type 45K Miles [alorasdad]
by ron6962
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Feb 08, 2009 (8:59 am)
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Replying to: alorasdad (Feb 08, 2009 8:15 am)
I agree with previous reply. I bought a 2002 SType new. While still under warranty, I had several leak issues from the rear differential. They finally replaced the entire rear end to resolve the problem. Then, the year after my warranty expired, at 75000 miles, I had to replace all 8 of the injector ignition coils at a cost of $2000, and a couple months later the transmission went out which cost another $5000. I now have 97000 miles on it and so far, so good. A piece of advice I wish I had followed.....buy an extended repair policy if you can get one. The car is the nicest looking and riding car I have ever owned (still looks and drives like new) but the repair costs are a killer.
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Re: 2000 S Type 45K Miles [ron6962]
by oldcem
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Feb 08, 2009 (8:36 pm)
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Replying to: ron6962 (Feb 08, 2009 8:59 am)
Sound advice. I've owned 3 Jaguars now - 2 X-Types, and, now, an 06 S-Type. These are not cars you want to own unless you have an extended warranty on them. I bought my S from a dealer as a "certified" car with the 6 year - 100K factory warranty..
Regards:
OldCEM
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DVD AND GPS S-TYPE
by cloem
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Feb 20, 2009 (4:28 pm)
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Hello
I have the Jaguar S-Type 2001 that comes with CD and burrow ribbon.
I asked representative of the Jaguar of I can change the CD and
burrow ribbons of the panel for a DVD with GPS navigation.
The representative of the jaguar told me that can make that
and that compatible DVD is ALPINE IVA W5005 with GPS.
I still didn't decide on isso,porque have doubts if she won't bring
problems for my Jaguar.
Did anybody already make that change in the panel of S-Type?
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2005 jag s type
by 22swanka
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Feb 21, 2009 (7:05 am)
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never had one and need info. this car was a fleet car. low mileage, 15 k, absolutely beautiful but never owned an import. Is maintainence such as oil change expensive compared to american made? Any pros and or cons from current past jag owners appreciated.
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Re: 2005 jag s type [22swanka]
by alorasdad
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Feb 21, 2009 (7:12 am)
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Replying to: 22swanka (Feb 21, 2009 7:05 am)
All parts are more expensive, but a tip. Most can be replaced by Lincoln parts as Jag was owned by Ford but if it is a 2005 that may no longer be the case. I have gotten 4 good years out of mine so far but the tranny started going bad. Don't believe their "sealed tranny" stories, there is a fluid check knob hidden in back and if you don't check it and it gets low it will hurt the tranny (as it did mine).
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Re: "Odd Thunking" 2000 S-Type? [jaglover01]
by aidemoi
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Jul 05, 2009 (9:19 am)
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Replying to: jaglover01 (Feb 13, 2001 2:56 pm)
I had a front and rear clunk sound. I replaced the rear suspension damper and the front sway bar frame mount bushings. The car is rock solid now!
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Re: '93 XJS Brakes squeal [xjsguy]
by davidnga
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Jul 08, 2009 (4:48 am)
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Replying to: xjsguy (Oct 20, 2008 8:20 am)
This is probably too little too late but I experienced the same thing with my 2001 S-Type. Had pads replaced and rotors turned but within 2 days the squeal was back. Took it back to my mechanic, he made a call to Jaguar and the reason was the "high speed rotors" were most likely warped. Turns out rotors were supposed to be replaced, not turned(whatever that means) anyway, replaced with "normal" rotors for much less money and problem solved. No noise ever again..except the crunch when I was rear ended by a 1993 Full Size Ford Explorer.. of course the driver had no insurance. thats how I learned all about the computer modules located in the floor of the trunk..and totaled my Jag.
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