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427 messages, Last post on Nov 12, 2009 at 2:43 PM
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Replying to: peedy1 (Apr 09, 2008 10:59 am) That's why I, too, will wait until later in 2009 to consider the XF. Let 'em work out the bugs. But I'll take an XK right now, thank you...
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Replying to: laurasdada (Apr 09, 2008 12:56 pm) The XF doesn't have some sort of revolutionary new and untested electrical system. It's the next generation DENSO system that is used in the XK, and previously in the S-Type. I'm sure a quick google would turn up the other manufacturers who use the same system. I tend to discount the one post I've seen about the gear selector malfunctioning because A) you can apply pressure to the top of the knob, while turning the knob to the desired gear in the event it doesn't rise, B) any issues would be fixed under warrenty.
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Replying to: mentir (Apr 10, 2008 7:05 am)
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Replying to: mentir (Apr 10, 2008 7:05 am) While running errands at lunch tody, saw a shiny, black XKR coupe. Goodness, me oh my, I thought that I might propose marriage to it... Also, I saw my first XF on the road, it crossed the road I was on while waiting upon a red light. It was black, or very dark blue, and somewhat surprisingly to me, didn't really catch my eye. Maybe it was the dark color?
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Replying to: laurasdada (Apr 10, 2008 12:28 pm) I guess I can only speak to my own personal experience as my car (XJR) has been exceedingly reliable to own. And for the record, I too will be letting some time pass before considering buying an XF for the new model bugs to be worked out; not because it's a Jag, but because it's a new model. Oops, I see we're getting sidetracked by talking about the car rather than CLS lease rates.
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Replying to: nyeagle (Apr 10, 2008 8:59 am) There isn't 1 car in MB entire line-up that's recommend by CR. That's pretty embarassing in 2008. MB's prestige and reliabilty have done a complete 180 over the last decade. They aren't what they were in the 80's and 90's. Audi's A3, A4, and A6 are all recommended, and BMW has several cars that are recommended as well. Jag has done welll in JD power over the last couple years in initial quality. The XK was a brand new car last year, and overall it did quite pretty good for reliability. If I had to buy an E class or an new XF, I'd take my chances with the Jag all day long. When it comes to lease payments, $150 /mo sounds like a lot. But why spend 800 on a car you don't really want. I'd pay 950 all day long vs 800 if something really made me smile and I wanted it. I was in an 80k MB CLS recently, and it was one of the more uncomfortable cars I've been in. Chopped windows w/ poor visibility, poor use of space, and way too cheap looking materials for a MB product. Just remember, it's cheap to lease for a reason.
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Replying to: mentir (Apr 10, 2008 12:53 pm) I actually broke my first model year rule with my last car and it didn't bite me at all. A few known first model year issues (electric, of course...) covered under warranty. But out of warranty, no issues. I did sell it after 5.5 years and 67k miles of ownership because, after all, it was a CHRYSLER! 300M, really enjoyed it. Marginal buile quality, but reliable...
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Replying to: laurasdada (Apr 11, 2008 9:27 am) I think Jag was almost too agressive on Supercharged pricing. There isn't any car in the market for just over 62k w/ 420 hp and all the futures the XF has for the money.
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Replying to: rjlaero (Apr 12, 2008 11:23 am) Jag has to sell cars, they can't screw up the pricing. IMO, of course. |
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Replying to: rjlaero (Apr 12, 2008 11:23 am) The XF rode much better then the 5 series and I drove them over the same type of roads so I could compare them on equal ground. The XF I drove only had the 18 inch wheels so I am sure a 19 Inch wheeled car would be about equal to the handling of the 5 series and a SC XF with the dynamic suspension would surpass a five series. I could adjust the driver's seat to a position where I would be comfortable driving and still sit in the rear seats comfortably. I like the little divot they cut out of the roof/headliner to give an inch or two of extra headroom. I am five foot 11 with shortish legs and a longer torso so someone a littler taller then me but more evenly proportioned would fit even better. The driver's seat didn't look very comfortable but it was very comfortable. Just the right amount of firmness but I would have liked some additional side bolstering. I assume the SC XF would have that. After driving the XF I priced out a 550i with the same features and came out to a MSRP of $71,195. Even a SC XF doesn't break 66,000. The XF I drove only had a MSRP of around 55,950. That is a freaking steal.
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