Brand new - (possible) STR owner

[Broadjag]

Hello everyone, thought I would post a quick message to as a general howdy to you all.

 

Looking to purchase my first Jag after a beemer and a 306 GTi, its an ebony black 02 reg STR 88k miles and full history with Jaguar and specialists in Ely.

 

Just wanted to know if there was a buyers guide and also what to look for when buying, as I will have a basic list of things to look for, and i was wondering as to the average cost of serviceing and when things go wrong.

 

James

 

[Lord H]

take a look at this one :-)

 

http://www.jaguarownersclub.com/forums/topic/11257-s-type-r-for-sale/

[Old Peter]

Hi James, and welcome to the club.

 

There are several members with such cars and will assist you.  As has been mentioned, Brian has his car up for sale, and looks like a good buy too.

 

I don't know of a buyers guide , but there are a couple of issues to look out for.  The sills are covered with a plastic cover and some members have had rust problems, and there can also be a little water ingress into the boot at times

 

 

Regards,

 

Peter. 

[Broadjag]

Tempting, but my head is fixed on the one I will be going to see in a week or two, was just concerned about the cost for servicing and parts if the worst should happen, it has just gotten a new MOT so its looks well cared for but you never know.

 

Thanks for giving me a heads up about the sills and water in the boot will make sure i add that to my list when viewing.

[Old Peter]

Hi James,

 

Two other small tips  ----  Parts can be sources from other than main dealers, and for servicing always sty to find a good independent garage  ---  there is a list in the Jaguars Owners Lounge forum on the club site.

 

Regards,

 

Peter.

[Broadjag]

Thanks very much Peter, don't worry will be looking for a specialist garage to take care of her.

[Old Peter]

Hi James,

 

There is reported to be a good one near Preston.

 

Regards,

 

Peter.

Lancastrian in exile.