BlueJon

Hi Julie, splendid, thank you, really helpful! It was things like the belts and fuel pump that made me twitchy but armed with what to look for could well seal the deal if accompanying invoices etc are forthcoming. Phoning the dealer tomorrow with questions aplenty! KR Jon

Apppreciative of the reply, thank you! Spent hours researching, should I/shan't I and amazed how some reviews state best car ever owned others worst car nothing but agro etc etc. I guess it's the same with all cars, one could be a pearler the other a lemon. I've never bought an older car before but this will be a 'weekend fun car just for myself to waft around in. What I would like to know though is: 1). Does car need to be maintained/serviced/repaired by a Jag specialist or would a good independent garage suffice and be able to cope with any complexities? 2). At 70,000 miles things like cambelt and waterpump , should they have been replaced by now as part of service history? Any advice most welcome!

Hi all, possible Jag newbie contemplating buying a 3.0 diesel XF. Have found one for £7/- with 70,000 on the clock and alleged FSH on a 2011 plate in dark blue with 2 previous owners. Any advice what to look out for specifically most welcome.