Jaguar S-Type (1999 - 2007) 4.0 V8 4d Auto (1999/V) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That i dont have to spend a lot of money on my cars.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They love it driving with 4 people and a boot full of luggage and they still say how great it is.
Would you buy this car again and why?
yes and keep buying it as its so great to drive and be in.
What are you likely to buy next?
Unsure but it would have to be a V8.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
It had done 23500 miles with full service history.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The car was cheap wanted another v8 to replace the BMW i had just sold. This was a good car due to the good fuel consumption the low mileage and the great powerful V8 engine.
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great its silent when you want it to be and sounds great when you 'floor it' the power is very useful on country roads for overtaking and handles extremely well considering its size.
What's it like to park?
it can be a struggle in tight car parks but if you want to a great you have to compromise somewhere. Buy a Smart car otherwise.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The rear window stopped working and the j gate gearbox went faulty but that was nothing to worry about.
What's most practical about your car?
The space and comfort as i drive up and down the country very often seeing family and clients.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The cruise control, and the sports button for overtaking and that added roar to the engine.
