Old Peter

Hi Allan, The problem you have is not uncommon and I don't mean the problem t=with the DPF. Some Main Dealers are not very good at customer service but more interested in selling cars. The DPF Full issue is one thing that has never happened to me, as I was advised very early in my driving of a modern diesel that premium Fuel was by far the best option to ensure that the engine ran nicely. I do a lot of short runs and a longer run about once a month and I find that an additive about every two months keeps everything to do with the fuel system in order --- injector and DPF cleaner from Millers Oils -- and there are others. Between Tuesday and Thursday I visited the North Yorkshire moors and drove over 400 miles [up hill and down dale included] and even with traffic jams the car returned just over 40 miles per gallon. My driving stye is not that of a boy racer, nor is it a 40 mph in the middle land of the motor way but the style that most experienced drivers use --- just steady, quick when you need to. and careful when the traffic is very heavy and road conditions are not good. The Dealers should really be a bit more expert in telling you the reason for a problem but the Owners Handbook does give you some information regarding the care needed to ensure DPF causes you no problems. Regards, Peter.

A lot does depend on the area in which you live and the mileage you do. We live in a pricey area for insurance, and doing less than 6000 miles a year my fully comprehensive insurance with Sure cones in at just over £400. I did not take the option of a car if my car is off the road, as we can always use SWMBO's car. Little things can reduce the price. Peter.

Welcome to the club, Andy. I had a 2.5 V6 x type and found it quite nippy, if you can describe a Jaguar so. I am wondering if the injectors are fully working - a dash of Petrol injector cleaner might sort it out. Meanwhile, enjoy your Jaguar.

Welcome to the Club, Pablo. There X type is a nice car, and as you say, fairly rare in your location. I think you will enjoy the Jaguar Experience. Regardsd Peter.

Photoshopping cars? I have seen photographs of an S Type convertible and a stretched S Type which could be doubtful. There is a club member who has converted an s type into a pick up truck, though. Peter.

Welcome to the club, Colin. I also am a poor pensioner and also am still delighted with my s type diesel, which returned 48 mpg on my return from a week's holiday in Devon. Such a smooth and quiet ride. But I am sticking with my car, even though I am enticed somewhat by the XF. Regards, Peter.

I have had the S Type back for a week now and after careful examination cannot find a flaw in the finish. The marks you can see are reflection from my driveway. Peter.

Hi Phil, Sorry to hear of the accident damage, but glad you have found a good repair specialist. You have had some very good advice already, and I won't repeat it. I would say that in 60 years of driving I have always had fully comprehensive insurance and I have always been advised by them NEVER to use an accident management company. Let us know how you get on. Regards, Peter.

Hi Tom, Has your XF got the 2.7 diesel engine, which is the same as used in the S Type? In four and a half years I have not had a problem, and I only do about 6,000 miles a year in the Jaguar, with mostly relatively short runs. The DPF is designed to filter out the particles of, to put it plainly, "muck" that comes out of the exhaust. I was advised years ago to use to use the best quality fuel [I use Shell V power] as Diesel fuel is less refined than petrol. The principle being that if you put nasty stuff in you get nasty stuff out, I also use a DPF cleaning additive every now and then. Let us know you you get on. Peter.

Hi Fran, and Welcome to the club. The MOT is a good guide and it will be nice to see your XJS on the road again. Some pictures would be nice when you can get the time to put then on the site. Regards, Peter.

Hi Matthew, You are quite correct, and the club is really about sharing experiences, good or bad, although many members only mention the bad experiences. Having been on the road for 60 years and having driven many brands of car I have come across load of issues, but I do prefer sharing the more pleasant one. As they say "Even the bad time are good'. Peter.

Welcome to the club, Scotty. I too like the quiet of my Jaguar. There is nothing better than cruising quietly along the motorway at 70 mph. Bill Lyons said "Grace, pace and pace and cruising gracefully knowing that a slight push on pedal on the right will give the car as much pace as you need. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the club, Les. The x type is a great car, and is it a real Jaguar. The so called purists are quite ignorant of practices in the Automotive industry. Jaguar in the 1930s used Standard Engines, and Austins used the Jaguar manufactured Chassis. Rolls Royce never provided the body of a a car, just the engine and chassis, till the 1950's and Park Ward and Mulliner built the car. Engine parts are produced by over 140 different companies, as are body section. The X Type uses a modified floor pan of Mondeo origin -- and some Ford parts this is common practice across all motor manufacturers. I have driven Rovers with Peugeot engines, and BMW diesels were used in some Land Rovers. Just enjoy the Jaguar experience. Regards, Peter.

Hi Ralph, It is not too difficult. What you nee to do is Title the Meet on a post which you can pin and start a list, which you can update when you get those interest. Put on the date and the postcode/address of the where the meet will take place and make sure, if a venue such as a cafe or a pub, that you tell the owner/manager that you would like a dozen or so respectable people to visit with their Jaguars on the date. You could propose a tentative date to start with and then take it from there. Good luck Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the club, Lee. It does take some time to get used to the Jaguar Dashboard, but once mastered you will find that is is very logical.. On my s type there are the options for the shortest route and the quickest route, but traffic is another matter. I think that the updates for your sat nav are not the same as my s type, which has a disc system which they have now stopped manufacturing. I think that you might well have to go to a Jaguar dealer to get them to update the software. But you will enjoy the ride, even when he traffic is bad, Regards, Peter.

Hi Ralph, That sounds great. Are you going to volunteer to set up a meet and cruise? I am sure that Trevor [Admin] will assist and advise. J you just need to fix a date. Regards Peter.

Hi Matt, These things are sent to try us. In 1970 the fan belt on my Austin 1100 snapped one late Saturday evening when we were visiting my parents. I managed to obtain one on the Sunday morning and when I started the so the job in dropped several of the little screws that held on the case that was attached to the end of the transverse engine which enclosed the fan. What I thought was an half hour job became a 7 hour job! I had changed on on my Triumph Herald some years before i about ten minutes. Peter.

Welcome to the club, Terry. My s type does not have the live feed on the power socket, and I connected my solar charger directly to the battery and plug it in etc as required. I am not too satisfied with it, however, as it does not do a very good job. The big battery needed for the 2.7 diesel requires more power than my solar charger would give it. I would [and why I didn't think of it before] have a look around the caravan accessory dealers, as when I towed a caravan I always had to keep the 110 amp battery on charge, and I saw many solar chargers on caravan parks. Regards, Peter.

He is very good on the paint match, Carole -- genuine Jaguar paint. On the red mini -- I once saw one of my workmates trying to start one using his foot, as he thought that was how it was done as the button was on the floor. Peter.

Two panels and a wing mirror, Trevor, and with pearlescent paint needed -- £396 inc VAT. The red minis would be worth a fortune -- all 1960 models, absolutely basis with starter button on the floor no carpets or door trim. My department was number 68, and I learnt to drive a car round the works when it was my turn to use it! Peter.

Yes, Trevor. The "old fashioned" panel beater has loads of skill. I used to work in a large steelworks which had its own garage to maintain its 100 red minis used to get around the works, plus cars and lorries. I used to have repairs done there for 5/- and a service for 17/6. My s type is going in for a bad scratch along the nearside doors [no dents, thank God] on Thursday. The scratch was caused by a girder holding up some Rhododendron branches at the premises we stayed at in Devon. It was completely invisible against the sun in the very tight entrance. Regards, Peter.

Hi All, A couple of weeks ago I managed to to make a dent in SWMBO's car while getting it out of the garage. The dent was in the wheel arch and was not particularly serious, but obviously needed a repair. I was interested in a TV Advertisement by a well know company who you often see repairing/replacing Windscreens. I took the obligatory photographs and they were very efficienct in giving me a quote within an hour. The fixed quote was £358 including VAT. When I queried the amount, the man who spoke to me said that because the car was a Hybrid they had to use a special tool ro repair the dent, as electrical current was running through the car. This was a new one on me, so I check out a local one man body shop who has done work for me before and his quote was £216 including VAT. The job was done on Tuesday to a very high standard, and even SWMBO could not see where the dent was. What amuses me somewhat is that most modern cars have electricity working the immobilisers etc. and the cost of a "special tool" must be very high!.

Welcome to the club, Sean. I was in Plymouth on the Tuesday before last. I brought rain with me. It is too far away for me to organise a meet, but all it needs is a local member to find a good venue and advertise it on the Club Forums. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Kevin. You will find a lot of friendly people in the club who will share their experiences. We have several members in the Port Talbot area, whom you may come across sometime. I know the town reasonably well as I used to go to the Steeworks frequently. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the club, Phil. I felt the same with my x type and I tended to use the front fog lights to boost vision on country lanes. But before I got round to changing the headlamp bulbs a professional trio of car thieves stole my car, and while it was never recovered the trio were caught and are now residing in one of Her Majesties Hotels where they will remain for 8 years. Joe has given you some very good advice [as always]. Regards, Peter.