Jag S Type R - Any knowledge

[Roberto]

I've been browsing again, dangerous I know.

But might go have a look at this:
http://www.carzone.ie/search/Jaguar/S-Type/R-4.2--(/201002196577344/advert?channel=CARS

Any body got any experience of these?

[miller]

sorry mate thats just downright disgusting excuse for car styling!!!

My opinion though! Not yours and we are all different!

Anyways why you looking again lol

[Roberto]

Anyways why you looking again lol

I'm allways having a look, 5 1/2 years with the same motor is an age for me.

But can never find a decent replacement.

[WildCards]

Love it, although the S Type wasn't the last word in build quality, but that engine is astonishingly quick.

[Roberto]

Love it, although the S Type wasn't the last word in build quality, but that engine is astonishingly quick.

Can the rest of the car keep up with though?

I would love something unusual, but quick.

Ah, who knows what will happen.

[WildCards]

I've only been in 3.0 S Type, it seemed acceptable, a cut above a VR-4 anyway. I was passenger in an XKR with the same engine as the S Type R and it really did blow my mind away with it's straightline pace, they're heavy though and aren't built for B road blasting so don't expect it to set your world alight in the twisties.

[bradc]

They are definitely more of a high speed cruiser designed for motorways. Pity they are one of the ugliest cars ever.

[HJM]

I'd rather cruise around in one of these:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1502378.htm

H

[bradc]

Indeed, that S8 is a heap better.

[giblet]

From what I read, the S type r has some horrible repair costs when things start to go wrong, seems build quality on them isn't great! Have a look at the XJ's instead, the X350 4.2 V8 sport can be picked up for 10k or so now, the one I drove felt just as quick as my VR4, looks the business and the interior is awesome

[KiwiTT]

I am probably one of the few who like the nostalgic "S-Type" and the R would be one I would get. I am disappointed that it's build quality is lacking. I have always liked the old Mk II.


But can never find a decent replacement.And you won't ... ;)

Which is why I have decided to keep my rVR-4 egardless of current servicing costs. This year is going to be an expensive year. "D" Service, new Exhaust and new tyres, but thay will make it last a few more years yet.

[Ryan]

Isn't this the last shape that Jaguar made as Jaguar before Ford took over?

[bradc]

The Mark II is a nice looking car, but the S Type is an abomination. I'd prefer my Hyundai, at least people don't think you're trying if you have one of those.

[miller]

Brad,

I just fell over and picked myself up to type this.....we agree on something!

[stuey]

Isn't this the last shape that Jaguar made as Jaguar before Ford took over?

Ford owned Jaguar since about 1991. I had one of the last of the 4 litre XJ6 sovereign's, best motorway mile eater ever...

[Ryan]

Shhhhht - according to Wiki they owned Jaguar since 1989! :rolleyes3 Sheeeesh, I didn't know it extended that far back.

[gareth001]

I've heard the S Type described as a Mondeo with a Jag badge

[giblet]

I've heard the S Type described as a Mondeo with a Jag badge

Thats the X-Type, which uses the same platform as the mondeo

[gareth001]

Thats the X-Type, which uses the same platform as the mondeo

Oh yeah - my bad :oops:

[Kitty's VR4]

I can tell you from personal experience, they stand up pretty well to high speed MVA's, they also go extremely well, my other half owned a 2003 from new for nearly 7 years till the 23rd of November when I sent it to Jag heaven. (not my fault)

We had no problems with it whatsoever, but like everything, it really depends on how well they're looked after !!