Old Peter

Good point, Paul. My wheel wrench is identical. Peter.

Hi Barry, I have read this post a few times, and trying to think of the answer, which is still eluding me. The mechanism seems OK so I am thinking that it could be electrical. The battery must be OK as you car is fairly new and a battery lasts about 5 or 6 years on average. There could be an faulty electrical connection, and unless you know electrics I would be inclined to get an auto electrician/locksmith to look at it. In this area, there are mobile Auto locksmiths, so it could be worth checking if there is one close to you. Lets us know how you get on -- knowing the answer will assist anyone else who gets this problem. Regards Peter.

Hi Ben, and welcome to the club. There are two almost identical posts, and for the sake of clarity I have deleted one. Spluttering is usually a fuel system problem, and my first reaction would be to use an additive to clean out the fuel system - there are plenty on the market, and Wynns products are usually easy to get hold of -- Halfords stock them. The V6 engine can be worked on, but plug removal can be a bit fiddly, but there will be some members who have done it. On the passenger airbag issue my s type has a sensor to determine if there is a passenger on the front seat - so it could be that sensor that needs attention. You won't really know what the fuel economy will be like until you have cleared the spluttering issue. I had an X type with the 2.5 V6 engine and I could get about 35 mpg on a long run and around 25 mpg round the town The fuel you use should be good quality too. I have the 2.7 V6 diesel and always use the top grade fuel and I do get a much better mpg. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Ben. I had 17" when I had an X type which were very comfortable, and probably look just about the right size for the X type. My son has 18" on his x type estate, and they look a touch on the large size, but not too big on the Estate. Personally, for a more comfortable ride I would stick with the 17". Regards, Peter.

I was last on those roads about 5 years ago, but I have been know to play golf down there occasionally. Lovely area!

Welcome to the club, David. Amal, no point in repeating what David has said. It was good advice, A bit of inconvenience is much better than a lot on inconvenience, and possibly cash. Nicely done, David! Regards, Peter,

Hi Kenny, It is worth trying again for a South Wales meet. I would certainly come over if the date was right. Regards, Peter.

Hi Martin, There are several places on line. Car Parts are good, as is the David Manners Group. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Norman and your wife. She does look rather pleased! There are a few members in Ireland, in both parts. I was In Co. Galway last year and saw an identical car to mine in a car park. An Irish meet would be a great idea and give me a good excuse to cross the water again. Regards, Peter.

Will do Frank. I got my s type from Stratstone [now Listers] in Solihull. Also Jaguar owned! for a time. In the last 20 years I think I have only had one puncture, but peace of mind is more important when you get a bit older! Regards, Peter.

You are so right, Karl. This is what I saw from my front balcony this morning. Regards, Peter.

Hi Frank, and welcome to the club. You have a great car - and one of the last Sportbrakes, as Jaguar have now discontinued it. Pity! Personally I believe that the Jaguar design team do a very good job and the XFR-S doesn't need anything doing to it. You have a very genuine dislike of the puncture repair kit. I also dislike the "Space Saver" and the first owner [there have only been two] of my S Type specified a conventional spare wheel which sits neatly in the space destined for a spare wheel. The best modification you can do is invest in one. I will look out for you in the West Midlands - I live in Sutton Coldfield. Regards, Peter.

Hi Mike, I am no expert but as Ford owned Jaguar, and the engine in your car is probably a Ford, which is rather useful, I would go with Ford. Regards, Peter.

I have not got Jaguar Voice -- a wonderful idea -- but if I had I think SWMBO would argue with it!! Slightly off topic, I went to a place called Croome yesterday, and Doris, the SatNav took me there impeccably with 14 miles of country lanes to navigate. Peter.

Hi David, and welcome to the club. You will soon get used to using the Club site. I am no expert and often need to ask my grandchildren how to get things right. Hopefully there will be some meets in the Midlands this summer and Autumn. We had one last year in the Heritage Motor Museum. Regards, Peter.

Hi Peter, I am a bit like you -- I too am a driver and and a mechanic either. Listening to others and sharing experiences is a great way of learning. Regards, Peter.

Hi Jim, I fancied that colour but when I saw this one I couldn't resist and I needed a car quickly. Regards. Peter

Hi Jim, I am in Sutton Coldfield -- but when they were doing a lot of rail work in between Birmingham and Rugby it was quicker for me to go down to Flltwick - park in Tesco - and get on the Thameslink line to London! Peter.

Hi Mally, I do get lost in Widnes whenever I go, and as they have knocked down the village a mile outside the town ht told landmarks have gone. My wife is 75 on the 23rd April, and our daughter and son in law are giving he a birthday present by coming up from London and taking us both out to dinner in a very posh restaurant -- in a very tall building! I will PM you with my 'phone number and the name of the hotel we are staying in -- there is a big car park near it where we can park. Regards, Peter.

Hi James, An hour's drive around the high number of dealers in the Birmingham Conurbation will throw up a lot of x types to fit your requirements. Evans Halshaw will bring a car from anywhere in the country to one of their premises close to you. Regards, Peter.

Hi Gary, A 'phone call to the DVLA and a nice chat with the person on the other end of the 'phone often works wonders I have found the DVLA very receptive. I recently had to 'phone HMRC - The Tax Office - and the young lady, working in Liverpool but origination from South Wales, seemed to perk up a bit when I spoke about the many friends I had in Port Talbot, Llanwern etc. I got my Code change the next morning, as did my former employer who administers my pension - just a day before the end of the tax year. Worth a try. Regards, Peter.

Hi Jim, I don't quite agree with you, although I do agree that when a new member joins the club it is not just the role of the Moderator to welcome him or her to the Club. However, it has been shown that a member has said that the Forum has frightened him, an one is one too many. The Moderators have been chosen for their experience and could I say tact, and in many cases have experience in doing the same role in clubs other than Jaguar, and indeed you yourself being an Advanced Member in one Jaguar Club and the Administrator in another will surely understand. It is possible that a person with great driving skills knows little about what goes on in the mechanics of a car, and another who wants a car for a workhorse might well be put off by a firm request, almost an instruction, when he or she walks through the door of what is a friendly association. As I said, just a thought, but the analogy is not too wrong. Regards, Peter.

As a Moderator I read every post and being retired I have the time to do so. I have read one post which concerned me somewhat, not because it was offensive, and not because any Rules of the club had been broken, but because it was a bit different. The club is noted for being a friendly and helpful club. All the members have something in common - they love their Jaguars. The cars they drive are more or less an example of every car Jaguar have made. Some have been rescued from the scrap heap, some have been found in a garage or barn and have not been used for years, and some have been bought brand new. Every member has a reason for liking the car they have. Nothing wrong with personal preferences! The Club members are from different walks of life and of ages from their late teens to the eighties. What a better mix could you have? So what concerned me? A member said "This site frightens me", and a little think -- and I am sure others will also have had thoughts -- as to what frightened this member. Some members have had issues with their cars and ask for help. Quite understandable, and the club prides itself for being helpful. It's called sharing experiences. Some members have not had issues, and can share their good experiences --- lucky you [and me]! New members are usually welcomed to the club, usually by members of Staff because they read all posts, and sometimes by other active members. Joining a club is a bit like walking into a party --- a lot of people know each other and a newcomer needs to get rid of the feeling of being a stranger. Sometimes the new member has joined the club because of a problem he or she has with the car and is asking for assistance , which is a tribute to the way the club works. Sometimes a new member just wants to be part of the Jaguar owners family, again a tribute. Again I ask the question -- What frightened the member? Going back to the party scene "Can I take you coat?" and "What would you like to drink?" are the usual welcomes I have had. I have never had the greeting "Nice suit, what are you going to do to it to make it a bit smarter" or "I had a pair of shoes like that, and the heels fell off". Generally a new owner feels that his or her car is just what they wanted, which is why they bought it, and should not be asked what they are going to do to make it better in the eyes of the questioner. The club is a group of friendly people and new members should be welcome in without having requests for them to do something. Putting photographs on the club site -- there is a members Gallery -- is a good thing, and will contribute to getting to know the members, but it is not compulsory. After all, a kilt is not compulsory at a Burns Supper!

Hi Walter, Just a comment. I have driven for about 60 years and a varied number of makes of car, many of them brand new. I have had one Ford Escort Mk 1 where all the electric failed the day after I got it - Brand New! I had another Ford that filled up with water every time it rained and another that cut out on hills. I had a Rover 4i8 which blew the oil pump when only a month old, and a Rover Sterling 825 [ cost £27k top of the range car] which needed a new steering rack when only 10 months old.. It also needed a new radiator when 3 years old. I had an Austin A40 with a whine from the differential, a 3 year old Austin 1100 which blew its head gasket, and a mini that needed a new engine. I also had a Dawes racing bicycle with which I never had a problem. I have had two Jaguars, one an X type, and my current S type, and I have never had a problem with either. So, for me, it is either a Jaguar or a bicycle. Regards, Peter.

Hi James, and welcome to the Club. It is quite a misconception that the Jaguar is an old man's car. I wanted one from the first days I could drive, but in those days - the fifties - there were not enough around for an impecunious young man. But after 30 years of company cars I bought an X Type 2.5 Litre AWD with SE Specification, which I would strongly recommend. The diesel models are good cars - one of my sons has one - and a great for those who do a to of long runs. I researched for a long time as you have done quite properly and sensibly, and when I bought my X Type I felt much younger! Sadly my X Type was stolen and now I have the S Type, which I wanted since the days that Inspector Morse drove one. My advice is go for the 2.5 litre All Wheel Drive Petrol with the SE specification. There are plenty out there and look for a good clean car, with a good service history, and from a reputable dealer. I live in Sutton Coldfield, and if you want any further advice feel free to contact me. Regards, Peter.