Jaguar S-Type (1999 - 2007) 4.2 V8 SE 4d Auto (02) (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I fell for the looks and image.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They laugh.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. Cannot live with all the niggles.
What are you likely to buy next?
Trading it in for an Alfa Romeo
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£9,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Thought I'd got a good deal - quite high mileage but a good price and beat them up a little too.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Looked good. Comfort. Cruising ability.
What was the dealer like?
Can't fault them, despite all the hassles and faults!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Blistering pace. Good road holding. Ultimate comfort. Great cruiser on the motorway and no problem around town either.
What's it like to park?
Big but surprisingly ok (once the park sensors were fixed!)
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Deep breath. Traction control sensors took 5 goes to get fixed. Electric windows still don't work properly. Parking sensors needed new control unit. Steering column squeeks (common fault and expensive to fix). Gearbox lurches at low speed (common fault and VERY expensive to fix). Aircon failed.
What's most practical about your car?
Comfort and cruising ability.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Engine puts a smile on my face every time.
