I love people who worship the old XF. Till today its a unique car
@jeffhandley17296 жыл бұрын
Love my XF, my first Jag and before I had BMWs and nothing would want me to buy another, no major problems with my Sportsbrake..
@johnball48266 ай бұрын
My car is a 2009 3.0TD, which is 15 years old and I have had it 12 years. It has been 100% reliable in 60,000 miles. The best car I have ever owned, very fast, comfortable and economical on motorway.
@jakelowe945 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the videos on the Xf after years of saving and driving an old Pergeot you convinced me it was worth it, just purchased a 2010 XF In champagne. Hopefully picking it up next week!
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
Hey there Jake. That's excellent news. You will love that car. I am currently considering updating to a facelifted version because since I sold my Jag a few months ago, I miss it so much. That car will serve you well 😉😊
@atahanhakan4 жыл бұрын
Jake, could you please Tell me through out all these 8 months, did the jaguar give you any trouble? I want to buy a jaguar Xf 2012 but im just worried if it gives too much trouble or failures. If its okay can you give a small review?
@AnjuSingh-fk2sk2 жыл бұрын
@@atahanhakan did you buy the jag if yes then did you face any issues?
@stevec64273 жыл бұрын
I keep reading that XF's are unreliable. I've also had one for four years and another one for two years before that and both have been absolutely solid.
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
I agree. They are solid cars.
@stevechapman6551 Жыл бұрын
Hi Hilton. I have a 2013 XF3.0D Premium Luxury with a Stage One remap to bring it up to "S" spec in Italian racing red. Now on 52k miles and still drives and smells like new. It makes most other cars on the road, almost all of which seem to be in black, white or drab grey here in the UK, look dull and boring. I too have had a failed drivers side vent, which I replaced with a NOS one from Ebay for £90. Jaguar wanted £300! More seriously a failed alternator which left me stranded for 7 hours. I agree with you that the X250 is superior to the newer model in every respect. I recently considered changing it for a 2019 Mercedes CLS 350d and test drove one priced at £36k ( Four times the px value of mine) While it had all the modern tech and a sunroof, which I miss, it didnt ride as well ( Due to 20 inch wheels and low profile run flat tyres) or handle as well or was any quicker or quieter. I drove home in my XF with a new respect for it and my bank balance still intact! I always enjoy your vids!
@carfanfan Жыл бұрын
Don't buy a Mercedes-Benz. Quality is atrocious and things will start falling apart after a few years of ownership. Nice when new, but not a good 2nd hand buy. I've looked at many and small things like seat belt clips that break, window switches failing, dash components failing, faulty instrument clusters and inability to communicate with the ECU.
@vermin19706 жыл бұрын
Water pump failing after 6 months, normal wear and tear lol.. Thanks for the video, I know the plastic tubings and water pump are a known weak point on these, I work on my own cars so I am not afraid of tackling a water pump or odd bushing wearing out. I will probably buy a 2012 to 2016 model.
@zzeug7 жыл бұрын
I own a XF S Diesel from 2012 with 8 speed gearbox. I have to say the gearbox shifts sometimes quite rough if you change from automatic to manual mode, but apart from that, the car is a dream to drive! Insane amount of torque, fuel consumption around 6-7l in the city (!) and makes you feel like the king of the road ;) I would never give it back, simply fantastic car!!!
@zzeug7 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the advice, I will consider this when my car celebrates its 100'00km birthday ;)
@Matt-df6hz6 жыл бұрын
Manual mode is for track days, don't use it on the road, also put the car in track mode and only use manual in sport rather than drive.
@Johnnyboy2004065 жыл бұрын
I wish more Jaguar owners were like you!!
@meerkat88535 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hilton! I agree with everything you say. I've got late 2013 built facelift model of XF 3.0 SC. Bought it privately with 48000km regularly serviced, in Sydney. It's beautiful to drive. The same experience I share from customer service as well. My one also had to have water pump replaced with the previous owner. I have had no problems at all after doing further 20000km. Passenger side airbag was replaced under warranty as part of recall in Australia. I am trying to see if somebody can demonstrate oil and filter replacement on this model, though?! I have watched one on your model. Thanks for all your videos and advice. Very useful and easy to follow. Great stuff! Kind regards. AB
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
Hey AB, thanks for watching. Yeh, when it comes to oil changes I leave that to the dealer. At least I get a year warranty on parts and labour. Btw, you bought the perfect XF. A 3.0 s/c is very powerful and doesn't require as much maintenance as the V8 s/c. Just make sure you definitely change the oil once a year or every 15,000km, otherwise the oil turns to sludge and you will soon have a piston through the block. A neighbor of mine did that to his and now the car was written off. 😉
@meerkat88535 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the advice Hilton. Looking forward watching more of your You Tube postings. AB
@waldenhouse6 жыл бұрын
Jaguar service and customer care is a totally unique experience. My XJ6 is 12 years old and, through convenience, I have had to take it somewhere local instead of to the main dealer. Fortunately I have found an enthusiastic garage and, of course, it’s much cheaper! I don’t know where you are in the world, or which dealer you use but the labour costs here are quite extortionate, nearing £200 an hour! However, a wheel issue, with brake binding, forced me to take it somewhere local and, including laser 4 wheel alignment, the total was under £150. (I always insist on Jaguar parts too, as even Jaguar dealers sometimes use “aftermarket” parts!).
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
I agree. Their labor rates are the equivalent of £100 here per hour, but still it's high for one gets.
@dsfbeds14 жыл бұрын
Just come across your videos following buying my pride and joy XF this year. Love your videos dude and thanks for making them , brilliant.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. Congrats on your purchase. You will never want to get rid of it.
@mukbanglyndap13863 жыл бұрын
Please keep posting these jaguar experiences that you are having I love your videos and I own one too and they were very helpful like your LED plate lights I got from your video thank you so much❤️
@HarYHel7 жыл бұрын
Thx for that. You made me buy an XF! :)
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
HarYHel Congrats on your purchase :-) You are going to love it.
@Kinghippi36 жыл бұрын
How do you like it? Have you had any problems?
@kollygodders50193 жыл бұрын
As it happens,I am viewing one tomorrow.This vid.and similar ones,will help me make my decision!
@mihirmessi6 жыл бұрын
Have a 2013 supercharged XF and it runs like a dream, one of the best looking cars and much faster than comparable audi's and mercs. Done only 11k miles
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Mendellev Keev You will enjoy your XF for many more miles. They are quite reliable and so good to drive on long trips.
@cbrboy763 жыл бұрын
Tell me, do you giggle like a nutter every time you give it a bit of welly & do you smile every time you see it and sit behind the wheel. I do and i am sure other XFR owners do.
@mikejacobs47274 жыл бұрын
I love my xf, I have a s type r also. My expierince with jaguar has not been as good . I agree they treat you well , but more than once they " fixed" my cars and the problem still existed and was told I would have to spend more money to fix properly. I service and repair my cars myself now. The cars themself are amazing and reliable . Thanks for video
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks is Mike. I recently had the same experience with Jaguar. I had to take it back 3 times to fix a suspension noise and leaky a/c. Then on the 3rs attempt, they buckled both left side wheels hitting a pothole during a test drive. Luckily I had my dashcam to give me the proof. Now I'm waiting for lockdown to stop to get my new wheels out of them after they repaired the damaged ones but vibration still there. It doesn't end with dealers. I literally hate them.
@mikejacobs47274 жыл бұрын
@@carfanfan , Ive had similar problems. What erks me about dealers service is " service writers " make commision on everything they write. This isn't just Jaguar but all dealer service . I've done some pretty complicated repairs , but saved thousands and aggravation. I'm trying to do my front brakes on my xf. Seems Jaguar used an 11 mm hex drive for caliper slides . They don't sell em anywhere . I'm waiting on one from eBay right now. KZfaq shows most all repairs you need to do if your a bit handy it just takes time and the right tools .
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
@@mikejacobs4727 It's good if you can service your own car Mike, but that stamp means a lot in the service book when selling it on. Keeps the resale value higher. I can't work on mine as it's still under warranty and maintenance plan. I'll probably extend the warranty if I have it past this year but not the service plan. It's actually quite reliable despite the suspension noise and a/c leak, but engine has been solid and gearbox. Never skips a beat. I still yearn for an older XF with the 3.0 s/c engine or an XFR.
@mikejacobs47274 жыл бұрын
@@carfanfan , if your having an issue with a/c it might be the direct pressure sensor valve. It is a faulty part of the a/c system and a common problem with the compressor. eBay has em any a/c shop can install it rather easily. Just a thought . The way you tell is the low side pressure in the system will be spiked. Air will be semi cool and hot. I changed mine and it blows ice cold again
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
@@mikejacobs4727 Thanks Mike but both issues were already fixed. 😉
@fairrttg9897 жыл бұрын
Brother. Remember when I wrote you, that one day I will get one by myself? Hopefully by the end on the month I will get one!!!
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Crypto Power Hey there, did you manage to buy one yet bro? ;-)
@fairrttg9896 жыл бұрын
Yes, my brother Hilton! I bought a green one in Octobre 2017. Dream car. Unfortunately it is broke right now. Motor makes sounds and the power is gone. I am very frustrated since it is a dream car. It is not in Jaguar. But I must bring it in if my friend cant fix it! Otherwise it is a dream car!!!!
@bigsquatchsasfoot19644 жыл бұрын
Hi dude, My father always wanted a jaguar and bought a 2009 XF when he retired , we encouraged him to after working so hard his whole life. It was 4 years old. He was very recently diagnosed with cancer and has this week handed me the car to love like he did . This car was originally the managers company car at a jaguar dealerships and like yours never goes wrong it’s a fantastic car all round and I can personally back up everything you say its wonderful and so are the dealers. I personally have a BMW X1 and the dealer there are also excellent to ...but ...it’s not a jaguar lol Nice vid thanks j 👍
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Jeremy. I'm sorry to hear about your dad's cancer. My own father passed away February last year from cancers as well. Not nice to see someone you love suffer. I'm sure you will look after your dad's XF like he did and I'm sure it will look after you just as good. 😉
@bigsquatchsasfoot19644 жыл бұрын
Hilton thanks for you kind words and sorry to here about your mother my friend,I lost my mother a few years back tuff times . , I’ll always love my jag ,it’s metallic dark green with the beige leather and wood pretty damn nice and now only done 71 k so loads Of miles left in it. Take care and be safe in this crazy world at the moment 👍
@mygodisable26 жыл бұрын
Again Mr. Hilton I love watching your videos. Very interesting material, and you explain it so well. Thanks.
@bentwomey62166 жыл бұрын
Hey! I just put a deposit down today on a 2014 XF 3.0 V6. I did some homework beforehand, but this video has reassured me that I made the right decision. The test drive was something else! :)
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Ben Twomey You gonna love that car 😁
@immanuelcarter67135 жыл бұрын
I want that car
@sigmundfraudster6 жыл бұрын
I am fortunate enough to own a Jaguar XF-R 5 Litre Supercharged model. It will soon be 4 years old, will have done 35,000 miles and my only complaint is with the windscreen wipers not pumping out any washer fluid, although the headlamp washers work fine. I have since found out that this is very common and is due to a blocked filter on the lower pump. It is a 30 minute DIY job if I can brave the current cold snap. Other than that the car is a dream machine and does 32 mpg on a long run ( although not if you behave like a boy racer away from the lights). The acceleration is phenomenal and it is one of the few cars I have owned where the passengers are as happy with the ride as the driver. Thoroughly recommended if you can get the V8 version.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Poppa Bear I wish I had waited for an XFR to become available but I was impatient. You are indeed very fortunate. The V8 supercharged version is an awesome monster of a car.
@sichere6 жыл бұрын
My XF Portfolio 5.0 V8 is my fave - Only 68 in the UK too - True ethos of Grace Space and Pace - Other toy is a sleek tail happy XKR 5.0 V8 Supercharged - unfortunately without the adaptive cruise control of the Portfolio but with a 510 hp soundtrack and GT comfort - In my opinion the supercharged 5.0 V8's need to be AWD but the F Type is just too small for my needs.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
sichere You are one Lucky guy. I wish I could have an XK as well as my XF. The XK is gorgeous. Never let it go, you will regret it one day.
@sichere6 жыл бұрын
Thanks - I know it's a bit extravagant but I can't seem to decide which one to keep. I like the performance and style of the XKR and it's only done 10k. I think it's a much more sophisticated practical every day car and less pretentious than an Aston Martin Vantage or DB9 . Shame Jaguar discontinued them for the F Type
@richardgreene34606 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT honest video. Honestly, I just can't get into the newer Jaguars. I think the reason is I have owned Jaguars for 40 years and currently have a 1956 XK 140, 1962 XKE OTS, and a 1987 XJ6 VP. These are real Jags made/designed by Sir William Lyons at Brown's Lane. The newer ones have a tremendous amount of Ford parts. I am glad though Ford bought them in 1989 {and now Nata Motors) to keep the brand alive. I am very happy the younger generation are into Jags!
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Richard Greene Thanks for watching Richard. I'm a Jaguar fanatic since buying my XF. I still love my car despite the few things that went wrong with it 😁
@JoePineappless4 жыл бұрын
Another informative and honest review...…...I'm going to get mine serviced after Christmas, not by Jaguar but a really good mechanic I have used for years, I just hope mine is as reliable as yours. I,ve been away from Jaguar for too long.....right now I cant think of another car I would rather have...…….I just love it...…….always brings a smile to my face...….especially with ACDC on USB lol. There is just something special about driving this with "shoot to thrill" on high volume, but then at 50 Im still a child and Iron Man is my favourite MCU character!!! Took my youngest daughter to work this morning as her car was in for its service and she was awestruck at how smooth it is...…..but was shocked at how powerful it is......must admit I was showing off a bit (safely of course but occasionally "slipping" into "S") but I think everyone should try a Jaguar for a test drive.....there would be no other cars on the road!!!! What a fantastic car.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
I can see you have found in yours what I found in mine. It's something special you can't out your finger on but only a privileged few will ever experience it because the rest of the herd go for the other three Germans.
@AndrewKNI7 жыл бұрын
Class video. your car is gorgeous. I know that feeling when you get back into your own car after driving another. Such relief! The only loan car I ever wanted to keep was a Mini. I don't have a Jaguar but may be some day.
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew, if you ever get one, make sure it's the X250 model - the X260 (XF 3rd gen) does not have the quality materials this car has - mine still smells like new inside because of the genuine leather.
@Donnymega6 жыл бұрын
I just did my own 60,000k full service, disc & brake change and it cost me less than £500. Jaguar wanted £480 just for service and their customer experience is so bad where I live in Brighton I just can't stand visiting my dealership. Great car though. 2014 XF Sportbrake.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
wow, a 2014 Sportbrake huh? Nice! I know what you mean about pricing - my XF is due for its annual service and they told me the transmission service is due - quoted me almost 2000 pounds to do it - I'm not good under the car's hood, so I don't have much of a choice here - but at least the experience is enjoyable - they treat me like a king, the sort of experience you'd expect from Rolls Royce or Bentley ;-)
@jeffersonjadon4 жыл бұрын
My father just bought this car last week, (the 2011 premium one) and he loves it.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
I'm not surprised. It's an awesome car and is really fun to drive.
@fairrttg9897 жыл бұрын
Nice to these videos, Hilton! As you know, my dream is buy exactly the same model like you! 2008. It will be my dream car and I will take care of the car! I can see this passion only men can have! You are a gentleman! Respect
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. Jaguars had a reputation regarding reliability, so it was difficult making the decision to buy or not. But I'm not sorry now - it's such a solidly built car and I'm really impressed with its reliability. I wish you luck with getting yours (hopefully soon) - you will enjoy it so much and every mile will put a smile on your face ;-)
@johnwain7990Ай бұрын
I love your videos I’ve got a 2014 xf 2.2 200 bhp I love it it’s on the luxury model
@grahampearson5947 жыл бұрын
I also have an XF. Best car I've had.Like your clips.
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
Graham Pearson Thanks Graham, appreciate you watching ;-)
@nathancurtis966 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you.. I must say though... in my opinion, you'd be a great fit for a villain in a James bond Movie.. like the match for James bond in a modded XF. Of course you would kill him but in the sequel, he would come back to win. But you would definitely be the coolest villain.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Nathaniel Curtis LoL, thanks I think 😂
@nathancurtis966 жыл бұрын
Indeed a compliment! A movie is only as good as its antagonist. lol
@nathancurtis966 жыл бұрын
oh! By the way, do you use any kind of scanner for codes or module coding,? I am looking into get an 09 XF supercharged. I am mechanically inclined and love the body style of the early models.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Hey Nate, I don't have a scanner because I wouldn't know what I'm doing with it and would probably break something if I messed with it. I have an OBDII bluetooth goodie which just gives basic info like rpm, fuel mix ratios etc - but I it can't do any programming.
@nathancurtis966 жыл бұрын
Ok, thank you! I appreciate you getting back to me.
@haxbtc7585 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 140,000 mile 2009 Jaguar XF 4.2L V8 hope everything goes well with it!
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your purchase. You will love the car. Personally I prefer the 5.0l V8 but the 4.2 is a proven engine and tough as nails. Just don't skip and oil change, it turns oil to sludge due to high operating temps. Usual failures include the water pump, coolant hose leaks (best to replace all of them the moment you get a leak) and leaky lower control arm bushings. But man, that exhaust note is so worth it. 👍
@haxbtc7585 жыл бұрын
Hilton that’s awesome! My mom has the V8 5.0 and I just got the 4.2 V8 and her car has been giving her 0 Trouble! The whole family drives Jaguars (4) so we love the brand. So far driving my jag handling is insanely great. Acceleration and of course looks. Because my first car is a jag it’s quite big. Feels like a SUV but I’m only 16 lol. So far feels awesome I feel so much grip on the road with the car.
@haxbtc7585 жыл бұрын
Hilton We bought the car and it had 0 leaks. So far no leaks at all! Sometimes burning oil smell or gas smell out the exhaust. We haven’t changed the oil yet so that’s next.
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
@@haxbtc758 The XF handles like a pro and is quite agile just like the cat it's name after. Here's wishing you many more fun miles in that car. You will always think of this as your favourite car for the rest of your life. That's how endearing they are.
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
@@haxbtc758 Hmm, that burning oil smell sounds like oil leaking from one of the valve covers or both onto the exhaust manifold behind the engine. When it's cool, run your hand round the valve cover seals and check. Probably just needs new valve cover gaskets. 😉
@noir.e.l10936 жыл бұрын
own a XFRS. have no complain. Love it.
@LH-gx9om6 жыл бұрын
NOIR. E.L im looking at one now! A 2013, how's the up keep? Is it your daily driver?
@gray100 Жыл бұрын
Just bought a beautiful white sporty looking 14 plate s model. It's like a brand new car (looks, condition and smell) yet is 9 year old nearly. It's just had new water pump and cam belt. Pick it up on Thursday. So excited 😁
@gray100 Жыл бұрын
Just changed my profile pic on youtube so you can see it 😎
@carfanfan Жыл бұрын
@Gray100 congrats on your purchase mate. You will love that car.
@gray100 Жыл бұрын
@@carfanfan Thank you 👍
@blsk1216 жыл бұрын
I have the year and model never had problems
@nkosirooms96155 жыл бұрын
If,you pay it off the maintenance cost is worth it.It's A jaguar baby.
@johnpoyntz62192 жыл бұрын
My vent between the drivers’s window and the steering wheel has just failed. This was very helpful
@johnpoyntz62192 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t find the vent related link though
@kollygodders50193 жыл бұрын
As it happens,I will be viewing one tomorrow; this video,and similar,will certainly help in my decision..Thankyou!
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Good luck. Once you drive it you will be hooked. You will love it 😉
@preshj0hnson3 жыл бұрын
Hey have you found one? I’m currently selling a 2012 Jaguar XF supercharged with 30,000 miles. I’m only the second owner. Mint condition no damage clean tittle.
@kollygodders50193 жыл бұрын
@@preshj0hnson I liked the one that I viewed.However,I have yet to put my money where my mouth is! 2012 seems a bit longer in the tooth than that I was aiming-at…but I am keeping my options and sight open! I am resident in Kingston,Ontario,Canada; your reference to Miles,rather than Kilometres suggests that you are not “local”. But thanks anyway!
@preshj0hnson3 жыл бұрын
@@kollygodders5019 Hey I also have a car delivery service lol so if you would need the car delivered I do do that for you as well
@kollygodders50193 жыл бұрын
@@preshj0hnson Hi Kirk! Your reply is on my YT Comment section this am….but I must have wiped rhe original posting,so cannot put it in context…sorry! Could you please refresh me? Sounds intriguing! Btw I live in Ontario,Canada.
@winnerscirclehorseracingin25183 жыл бұрын
Very nice used car ownership review. Glad to know that not much issues for its 8 yrs or 9yrs of life. I know from other reviews the vents stop working. It's a very useful info you passed on to the existing and future owners. Appreciated. 👍 I would like to mention you forgot to mention the at the mileage you bought 4 yrs before and the present miles, which is an important info for the viewers. I just subscribed. Thanks n Love from India.
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. When I bought it, the mileage was 80,000km's. Over the 4 years I owned it, I did 10,000km's per year, so the odo was at 120,000km's - about 70,000 miles. Thanks for the sub ;)
@GurpreetSingh-zu8fh5 жыл бұрын
Your eye brows are on next level
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
LoL, thanks 🤭
@0311marinevet4 жыл бұрын
Def agree on the crappy service from VW Dealerships. Our local VW Dealerships treat us like garbage when we take my wife's CC in for service. She insists on going to them for whatever reason.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Yeah I'm done with them. They're snobbish for some strange reason. I don't need that and love the superior service I get from Jaguar.
@civreiwey3 жыл бұрын
8 jaguars owned till now , from s-types to XF's and XJ. U can't find anything better for the money , the car is insanely beautiful and drives well , BUT unless u get one with very low mileage , prepare yourself to spend a fortune . Just so u can understand if i were to rank it by reliability i will give it a generous 4 out of 10 . The cars are just not reliable , unless u drive it once a week . Again , for the money , the car has absolutely no equal , Once u get inside a XF or XJ you'll understand where i'm coming from .. It's a buy with the hearth car , not with your head . My advice : do not buy a second hand Jag unless its very low mileage ...
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I agree. I've been fortunate to buy all mine with low mileage and this particular 2009 model had 60k miles when I sold it. My XFR only has 30k miles on the clock and has been very good to me so far. I use it for short trips to the shops and longer trips for breakfast runs and it just goes without a hitch. Jaguars are the best kept saloon secret.
@OldTwitTalksCars4 жыл бұрын
Great video. Considering an XF so found this super helpful. Many thanks!
@Matt-df6hz6 жыл бұрын
XF 250s are great cars as you said. Discs and pads suffer excessive wear on all models, air vents, window motors and excessive wear on suspension are common faults. A less so common issue is the inlet manifold cracking but still a common problem. Some models have lights that provide poor visibility at night due to the shape of the bonnet. Get your belts changed at 117k. Other than that, the car will keep running. I recommend servicing every 10k miles or every year (whatever comes sooner). I also recommend buying one as they are real workhorses.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Water pumps are also an issue as I've found on the forums. My XF has great lights and with LED's in them, they're even better. Coolant hoses leaking was also an issue I've recently had, but after forcing the dealer to do a pressure test and find ALL leaks and replace ALL hoses, no more leaks :)
@Matt-df6hz6 жыл бұрын
I've heard of water pumps too, wasn't sure if it was common or not though. I've got gas lamps in my car (factory fit), the lights themselves are not the problem, the shape of the bonnet is the problem. In terms of pipes, my boost pipe was leaking and had to be replaced but not had a problem with any hoses.
@peteryoungpeteryoung9654 жыл бұрын
My 2009 XF was a nightmare, It kept going into limp mode because all the technology on it to reduce the emissions, pumped out by a 3 litre diesel engine, like the EGR valves and DPF filters getting clogged. Jaguar dealer was no help, their advice was to blast the car for 30 mins at 3000 revs, to clean out the soot, great pollute the atmosphere even more, does'nt that defeat the object, I spent over 2 grand on it to no avail, glad to rid of it, got a Lexus GS 300h instead, superb.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
The problem with buying an older XF is to ensure the previous owner looked after it. If they didn't, then it won't look after you. My guess is they got rid of it just as the DPF was needing replacement.
@willesco52113 жыл бұрын
You looked like you have a lot of money. Well done thanks to you I definitely gonna try to buy a 2010 Jag!
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
LoL no Will, I'm just an ordinary working guy. I was nervous when I bought this particular XF back in 2013 as the car was five years old and I didn't know Jaguars very well at all. I've since learned that the X250 shape like these are the most solid ones because they were built during the Ford era. Tata now owns Jaguar and the new Jags are built with really poor materials. However, it seems they are now trying to redress that. You will love that car!
@Nite-owl3 жыл бұрын
@@carfanfan According to Mr Google, Tata bought Jaguar way back in 2008 meaning unless a few cars were built between its unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor show in 2007 and when Jaguar were sold to Tatal, all the XF's were produced under the ownership of Tata, not Ford, as the XF was released at the motor show, but not sold in the UK until 2008 when Ford sold the company. Ford did own Jaguar in 1999 and Land Rover from the following year, selling both companies to Tata in 2008. The XF (X250) was apparently built on the Ford DEW platform (albeit heavily modified), a platform also used by the outgoing S-type, the Lincoln LS and the Ford Thunderbird (I'm led to believe).
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
@@Nite-owl They were produced by Tata, but designed by Ford. Ford started design and engineering of the XF in 2004 already. Tata just bought Jaguar when it was about to launch one of its most mainstream and successful vehicles.
@99subigt3 жыл бұрын
I will be looking to get another car in the next few months, coming out of a 2005 Saab 9-3 arc I want (can't compare this 2)something kinda similar, just got a 2015 Subaru legacy 3.6R for wife and I really like it, but i saw a black jaguar a few weeks ago and I really don't see this cars around my area, I have doing research on this cars and I like the 2009 fxr 5.0 supercharged and the 2012 same model, let me say that you seem so genuine when you talk that it attracts me into getting one cause I rather pay more for the service than to pay less for a crapy service, I'm saying this cause our 1st oil change on wife's Subaru was horrible even when we had a appointment and they took 1 hour and 45 mind to do a simple oil change. I tell my wife if I was able to afford an $100.00 dollar per coil pack ×4 and a $100.00 oil changes and a $1300.00 clutch i can afford a jaguar lol. Thank you for making this video it is actually encouraging in to looking more on this car and I definitely can see me in one of this, the factor at the end will be the price as both Subaru and jaguar run about the same price tag for the models that I would want to get.
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2011 XFR now and it's an awesome car. They are so reliable even in V8 guise. The power of the supercharged V8 is stellar and like you say, servicing costs are just as much for other brands. I'd rather drive a car that has an emotional connection than one than doesn't 😉
@DrMorb1us7 жыл бұрын
Thx for another interesting vid. I feel about my jag pretty much the same as you do your's, it has that special jag feeling that I suspect may have been watered down in the newer XF in Jaguars attempt to 'germanise' their models.
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
I totally hear you and you've probably hit the nail on the head. Watered down is definitely the term to use for the new XF - instead of being a level up from its predecessor. Materials-wise, the first generation and facelift XF's are better than the new one. The new one will sell mostly due to improved engines and sound system interface :-)
@ch3zzy5926 жыл бұрын
Just bought my first XF and I’m absolutely loving it, thank you for the video.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Hey Tena, congrats on your purchase! Each time I drive another car and get back into my XF, I realize what I was missing - my XF! It's such a special car to drive and is one of the best kept secrets out there in the car world.
@leoderbyshire10762 жыл бұрын
have the 2012-2015 XF 2.2 Premium luxury model. and only needed front Suspension springs replaced so far for a major component. Still looks and drives like new. phenomenal car. I have read though that the newer jags 2015 to present are more unreliable though
@carfanfan2 жыл бұрын
You're right. The engines aren't that good and quality is just plain bad. I kept my X260 for a little under a year before dumping it and going back to an X250 XFR. At least that felt like a Jag.
@cesarkill50754 жыл бұрын
THANKS ALOT!!! You saved me from buying a N63 Beamer
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
A Jag will cost you way less in the long run my friend 😉
@JoePineappless4 жыл бұрын
Mate, you will not regret it...my only regret is not buying one earlier...….I didn't like the S type of the X type..but this is completely something else...….Never have I enjoyed driving so much...…...and my last Jag as an XKR 4.2 supercharged, but even that didn't compare to the refinement on these cars. Hope you find a good one and enjoy it.
@jimmyjimmy173 жыл бұрын
Thanks I'll be buying an XF diesel when I get home to the UK
@Basmatiminarii3 жыл бұрын
I hope I'll get a ride in that beauty soon, once I can fly over.😬😶
@jmcrate4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your reviews. I have a 2012 XF-R, but i find it ironic that you praise the service people, but i recall you talking about a repeated situation with receiving the car back with grease marks on the carpet. BTW, my sound system... Bowers & Wilkins 17 speaker 1200 Watt - the ultimate.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
That actually wasn't the Jaguar dealer doing that, it was the place they sent it for wheel alignment as I wasn't happy with the steering wheel being slightly off center. They car went to them four times and each time I got it back with dirty footwells and grubby paw marks on the C-pillar. The dealer tried their best and even offered to valet my car which I declined.
@Basmatiminarii3 жыл бұрын
Nice video, and the music....well you know 💙💙💙
@matsobangkgomo73823 жыл бұрын
Hi i really like love the way you present this vehicle. I'm in the market for a 2010 model 4.2 sv8 but not as my daily driver but an occasional drive. I wasn't sure with regards to the reliability but u just installed some confidence in me to go get it thank you
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear Matsobang. Just a word of advice, I am on my 3rd Jaguar XF now and I've noticed over the past 10 years that these cars don't like to stand too long. You must drive it at least twice a week to get that battery charged. Due to all the electronics on the car, the battery will drain if not driven regularly. The V8's are pretty good, but on the 4.2 be sure to check that the timing chain tensioners have been replaced at some point because they are plastic and when they fail, it's catastrophic. They must be replaced every 10 years or 160,000km's whichever comes first and if not, it's a ticking time-bomb as to when they will fail. If they fail, they damage to the engine and you need to replace the engine. The cost of the repair doesn't warrant the value of the vehicle and they usually end up on the scrap heap. The 3L V6 models are solid as are the 5L V8's. If you choose a 2.2 Diesel or a 2L petrol, they are pretty reliable as well. The 3L diesel does tend to suffer from dirty diesel particulate filters - these need to be cleaned out every couple of years otherwise you get a check engine light and restricted performance. Basically, it comes down to maintenance. If you maintain it when it's services are due (and this includes scheduled services for big items such as spark plugs, super charger pulley belts, gearbox services - most of which happen every 8 years or so) then you have a solid car. Like all cars, if you don't look after it, it will break sooner or later ;)
@preshj0hnson3 жыл бұрын
Hey selling a Jaguar XF 2012 supercharged 30,000 miles
@aliwhitwell6 жыл бұрын
Problems I have had with my XF are: wiring harness to boot failed and had to be replaced. Rear passenger door lock failed. Windscreen washer, wiring to sensor failed. Apart from that, the car is a joy to drive. It's a 2011 XF v6 diesel.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks Ali for that info. I've read quite a lot of this windshield washer failure, but thankfully I haven't had to deal with that yet :-)
@Matt-df6hz6 жыл бұрын
wiring harness always fails on boots of cars as the wires wear out, had it on my x-type and my friend had the same on his bmw, same common fault, wish car manufacturers would sort it out
@jasonwalker17656 жыл бұрын
I genuinely appreciate you doing this video. :)
@abgbartel944 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Video. I just purchased an XF from 2009 and i love it!! I got a question regarding bluetooth, i have problems connecting my phone with it. After pressing the "search for phone" button, the system just doesn't respond. It has really nothing to do with my phone, the problem is related to the car. Did you have this kind of problem before?
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
hey Le Bron, I haven't personally had bluetooth issues with my old XF, but I did with my newer X260. They had to reload the software on it. However, you can't do that with the old XF. Based on what I've read on the forums about the bluetooth issues is that the module becomes faulty. It sits under the right hand side front seat carpet and is usually the culprit. If I were you, have the car scanned to see if the bluetooth module is indeed faulty, if it is, get a salvage one from a scrapped car. Buying new will break your bank! Have to tried resetting it? Erase all previously connected devices and then try again. When trying again, make sure you phone is in the bluetooth setting and also scanning for a new device while the car does the same. Either one will pop up with the code. My phone is an Android Ulefone and if I'm not inside the bluetooth settings, it isn't discoverable. It could just be that.
@abgbartel944 жыл бұрын
@@carfanfan Thanks for taking the time and responding my man. The first thing i thought of doing next was to do a Software update but that idea seems to be out the window as you say.. I will definitely check the module than. How do i reset everthing? Because it seems like there are no other connections but the system fails to look for my phone anyway. Again, thanks for the help, i hope it works again soon.
@swartzbenny15813 жыл бұрын
I have a 2009 XF SC V8... all 4 of my vents ain't blowing cold but the rear Ac blows super cold.... what might be the cause... although my vents ain't opening no more when I start the car.... is the worn out plastic stepper motor also the reason why my vents ain't blowing cold????
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Hey Benny - those little stepper motors Jaguar used on the vents are actually used in the HVAC as well. My guess is the HVAC stepper motors are failing or the plastic gears are worn and the flaps aren't opening and closing properly which allows hot air through to mix with the cold air. The cold air going to the rear goes through a different vent hole in the HVAC which explains why the rear is colder. I've read that the electronic heater can also cause issues with the vents not opening. If you remove the glove box, you will see a little wire connected to the side of the HVAC, if you disconnect that wire, it apparently fixes the problem. I not so sure about that though because I've never needed to do it. However, I would suggest a reset of the HVAC system. In order to do this, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery for 10 mins and reconnect it again. That should reset everything in the HVAC and see if that solves the issue.
@jeffreyprice7736 жыл бұрын
I worked on jags for 50 years, still getting same faults, collect and delivery is standard.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff - I'm sure every brand has its parts that fail and when one buys used, one just needs to Google for info on the car you're interested in to see what are the usual suspects on various models. Before buying my XF, I did some homework on what recalls if any were done on it and there weren't any for my 3L petrol. However, they listed some parts that could fail and the water pump was one of them - and lo and behold, mine failed in the first year - luckily it was covered by the maintenance plan at the time :)
@johnlira33164 жыл бұрын
Jeff how much for one that has 200k miles
@bobbyv.31854 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Any videos on the XE awd? Thank you.
@silverimagesltd6 жыл бұрын
You are pretty British about all the repairs you have had and treating them as minor inconveniences. Water pump, suspension, window motors which are not cool in the rain brakes etc make me think twice about the Jag in spite of fabulous service. I had hoped for better quality from Jaguar.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Stan Gurka I hear you, but if you owned two Audi's that broke down every single month you realize the XF is far more reliable. The last thing that went wrong with my Jag was over a year and a half ago and since then this car goes and goes without a hitch. This is why I love it even more.
@kasugayuuki14386 жыл бұрын
Thanks for informing about this. I seen your videos before buying one and I really was prepared definitely. Really was a big fan of them when I was a kid. I bought a 2013 Jaguar XF with AWD 3.0 Supercharged. My dream car and I am really loving it! Been really taking good care of it and treating it as a privilege everyday and giving it the best. Love the Meridian surround systems for my music and the room space for my driving. I also bought a few Jaguar stuff like a Jaguar head rest and Jaguar Cushion/Blanket. Even got a Tissue box and perfume from them for free! Haha! You're absolutely right it's worth the enjoyment and being special in this car. I would recommend it!
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Really happy to hear you got an XF as well. The 3L s/c is the best model of them all and probably the best kept secret. It also sounds amazing ;-)
@zionagnew62503 жыл бұрын
Also The Only Jaguar Car that I like is the Jaguar XF.
@davidnichols74203 жыл бұрын
I also will never own an Audi again because of the way the dealer treated me. Just bought an XF 260.
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the club David ;)
@misskay27025 жыл бұрын
Good review...soft spoken and nice personality
@ultimate__pictures5 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for the video. I am pretty set on buying an XK or XF, hopefully a supercharged one. What is the realistic running cost per year should I expect from a ~90k miles used car? And what MPG do you get in the city? The official 18 on 4.2 XKR sounds a bit too good to be true. Thanks.
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
Hey there. Gas mileage on the XK's are actually better than you'd expect at around 25 mpg. Cost-wise? At that mileage check the brakes were recently done, they're very expensive to do. Also check the water pump has been replaced recently, they go at around 60,000 or 8 years. Check for coolant leaks (a low reservoir bottle indicates a leak) - coolant hoses tend to leak at that age and mileage. Never buy one that doesn't have full service history, chances are the previous owner sucked all the goodness out of the car and is dumping it to avoid servicing costs or a hefty repair bill. I'd recommend the 5.0l V8 over the 4.2 as parts are more readily available and gas mileage is even better as well as more power. Good luck with your purchase ;-)
@ultimate__pictures5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for response. So I am looking at 4.2 XKR (08-09), 5.0 XK (10), 3.0 XF Supercharged (12), and XF 5.0 (12) possibly even supercharged. What would be your recommendation? 09 XKR is the sportiest and the fastest one, so I was leaning towards it. A good 5.0 XKR is a bit too expensive. Also what about the gearbox? How long does it usually last?
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
@@ultimate__pictures Personally I'd go for the (12) 3.0 supercharged. Light on fuel, cheaper to maintain and repair and it had 250kw which is more than enough to leave most pretenders behind 😁. The 3.0 will have an 8 speed tranny and so will the 5.0 (12), but the older ones will have a 6 speed tranny. The gearboxes are both from ZF and used in BMW and Audi models as well. They are pretty solid. They require a service every seven to eight years which requires a new plastic oil pan (not cheap as it has a built in filter and has 21 screws holding it in place) and new ZF oil, also not cheap. Most owners don't even know about the tranny service and don't do it - that will cause it to fail or start shifting harder and harder or even slipping. Mine had it's change at 8 years even though it still shifted fine. They good cars. I love the R models because they look better and are indeed sportier, but when things go wrong, they wrong on an expensive scale. If you can't afford a good XKR then you can't afford a bad one either - it will Rob your bank account. Rather buy a later model that's easier and cheaper to maintain where parts are easily accessible as there are more on the roads. The 3l supercharged was very popular and there are quite a few of them out there. I'm even considering one myself, but a 2015 model (last of the X250 body styles).
@ultimate__pictures5 жыл бұрын
Hilton thanks, that’s a great insight! In case I really want a coupe, is XK 5.0 the most reasonable choice among the XKs? Would it be possible to run one within $3-4k per year maintenance budget?
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
@@ultimate__pictures Oh yes, a 5.0 will be a good choice if you want a V8. That engine is still used in Range Rovers and the F-type. $3k maintenance budget would be more than adequate. If it doesn't need brakes or spark plugs or tires, services will set you back around $400-600 per year which is reasonable for a luxury sports car. Let me know once you buy your Jag. Buying any Jag is a wonderful experience 😉
@hongkongphooey783 жыл бұрын
Just had major problems with my xf only owned it nine months, garage bill of £1000
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Holy hell! What was wrong with it?
@hongkongphooey783 жыл бұрын
@@carfanfan Apparently, water from windscreen washer pump been leaking to fuse box. So a brand new fuse box ordered from jaguar and fitted. The problem was warning signs on the dashboard, saying gearbox fault, can't apply park break assist, and many more, wouldnt start and constant beeping.
@joeljoseph23734 жыл бұрын
Bro my car is xf 2009 , and passenger side window is not working properly, is it with the plastic thing mistake ??
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Hey Joel, what's your window doing?
@andrewjones39677 жыл бұрын
Nice review. You clearly love your car. I have a 2012 (but 2.2). Where did you get your sunglasses holder from above drivers head? I assume that's what it is. That would be v useful!
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
Hey Andrew, I made a video on how to install it with a link to where you can buy it in the description - here's the video link kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bbCPkppmvdKsaIk.html ps. I think the 2012 is a beautiful shape too - the 1.5 ;-) The video will show you how to install your own. Good luck and let us know if you fitted yours.
@andrewjones39677 жыл бұрын
I ordered and will look to fit next weekend. I'll let you know. If its good I'll get one for my XK as well! :-)
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
Andrew Jones Great stuff. You will like it. I don't know how I lived without it.
@MegaNiQ4 жыл бұрын
*most reliable car I’ve ever owned* Water pump failure Right side lower control arm Right side front window motor Right side air vent failure In 4 years Lmao, my 2009 CRV with 200k has had one vtec solenoid go bad and one leak in the ac evaporators in *11 YEARS*
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Keep in mind that including the 4 years, this car was 10 years old and those are the only things that went wrong with it.
@injusticekiller80063 жыл бұрын
And you have a Honda CR-V 😂😂😂😂
@mohamedbinishaaqalhashimi5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the advice I will do that
@mohamedbinishaaqalhashimi5 жыл бұрын
I have jaquar 2010 Fx 8 cylinder I have a engine light on for a year What do you think it my cost this Thanks
@carfanfan5 жыл бұрын
Hey Mohammed. It could be one of many things. Best thing is get an OBDII scanner on it and run the codes. It could even be something simple like old spark plugs. But a scan is definitely needed.
@82ThaDon7 жыл бұрын
thank youb soooooo much I g9t till the 23rd to pick out a car I couldn't decide between the premium xf, 2006 cls500 or the 13 mkz. I got like 7 of these bookmarked, any recommendations on what to ask or look for? considering buying out of town.
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
I would definitely get the XF. Mine is a Premium Luxury - has SatNav, backup camera & parking sensors. But you will be happy with the premium - if buying out of town sight unseen, ask for pictures of the service book - if it doesn't have service history or broken service history, don't buy it - the previous owner would not have looked after it. I'm releasing a video later tonight on what to look out for when buying an XF - but it could pretty much apply to any other car too :)
@mukbanglyndap13863 жыл бұрын
My brother actually pulled down one of those vents because he didn’t know that they were automatic and I think it broke because now when I open and close the vent the vent that he touched doesn’t open and close anymore and I think you just may have solved my problem😃
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
yeah, unfortunately that little plastic gear fails very easily if pulled manually. My guess is most vents fail because somebody at some point manually moved them.
@mukbanglyndap13863 жыл бұрын
@@carfanfan I have a question for you since you own jaguar XF have you experienced on the dash leather lifting up probably because from The heat in the summer?
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
@@mukbanglyndap1386 I haven't experienced this in any of my Jags, mostly because i park underground when we go out or if my car stands in the sun, I use a sunshield. It's imperative to use a sunshield when you own a car with a leather dash because the sun dries the glue and it lifts. You could try to inject some leather glue using a syringe and needle into the area that has lifted and the m use a small roller to make it stick down again. Put something heavy on the area until the glue dries and that should sort it.
@functioningnarcotic20986 жыл бұрын
You are tempting me to buy an XF 😁
@xcapemuzik82756 жыл бұрын
Functioning Narcotic You will love an XF once you have it. Just make sure it was looked after and it will look after you ;-)
@vincentmarzin93686 жыл бұрын
I bought mine 2 years ago, it's a 2011 3.0 V6 diesel and absolutely love it ! I'm around 75.000 km and the only problems I ever had was with the 19" tires (summer tires I have 17" for winter) which are very shy of potholes since I busted 3 on those nasty belgian highways... Apart from that only a blissfull experience, you try it you'll buy it.
@ocrlr4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video
@ki4low2346 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video if a double din radio can be put in the xf
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
I'm afraid it can't be done, but an Android add-on can be added
@afifelbaba55354 жыл бұрын
Hello one of my jaguar xf 2009 vents is not opening can i have you help?
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Hey Afif, sounds to me like the stepper motor clutch has failed. It's a small round plastic piece that attaches to the motor and grabs the vent to open and close. Check out this video to see what I mean - you can fix it yourself if and replace the faulty part - the genuine ones are part number C2Z31321 and they are relatively cheap. You can also buy them direct from other suppliers www.brit-car.co.uk/product.php/498433/5497/facia_ventilation_stepper_motor_clutch___jaguar_xf_2009_2015 Here's the link to the video that explains how this breaks: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rM-JjZiHt7CqkaM.html
@washdrytvbyhotpointlover20093 жыл бұрын
I get the Vauxhall Vectra elite 2.8 V6
@johnmele1746 Жыл бұрын
Also, the email address right at the beginning of my start of this is no good. I don’t know where it came from. It’s the second email address down more.
@shanehalona97286 жыл бұрын
How many miles do you drive in one yr. Where I'm from I would put on about 50,000 to 60,000 a yr on a vehicle.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Shane Halona woah, that's many miles. I do about 5000 miles a year. But mostly town driving which is harder on the car than freeway driving.
@bigdaddy90896 жыл бұрын
Same!
@gapman566 жыл бұрын
interesting, i have the same car, same model and year, and also think is a great car with no problems so far. just need to give it the proper care.
@colinmason926 жыл бұрын
Thanx, very good video
@raideractual45406 жыл бұрын
I'm looking at a 2010 XF 5.0 Supercharged. Do you know any common problems with that trim? Or how reliable they are?
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Raider Actual Common issues are coolant leaks on hoses. Check it out thoroughly because the performance versions have usually had the crap driven out of them. I'd recommend calling the dealer who serviced it and check what items if any were repaired on this car. Also check warranty claim history with Jaguar. If all checks out, you're buying the best version of XF you can get. I often wish I'd bought a 5.0 V8 supercharged.
@raideractual45406 жыл бұрын
Hilton thanks man, I appreciate it.
@geoffgelder87766 жыл бұрын
Hi i am thinking of getting an xf shortly,how is diesal consumption , and any other things to look out for when buying ?
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Geoff Gelder Hey Geoff, mine is petrol, but the 2.2 diesel and 3.0L diesel are excellent buys. When buying make sure it has full service history from a franchised dealer otherwise you're going to buy an unloved problematic. Look out for front wishbone leaks at the bushings, water pump leaks ( check the coolant level this will tell you if any coolant leaks), check that the vents all work properly, when test driving check the tranny changes smoothly both up and down. If the tranny is rough, it needs an oil change and the sump gets replaced when thats done and its not cheap. Check the front wheel bearings, uneven tire wear will tell you if they're worn. You can also feel it when driving if the car tends to wonder off track. Other than that, they very good reliable cars as long as they have been serviced when Jaguar stipulates. Diesels have cambelts so check if that was done when it was supposed to. Good luck, you have a lot of fun to look forward to. Buying my XF was the best thing I ever did and the best car I've ever owned. ;-)
@Matt-df6hz6 жыл бұрын
I have the 3.0 S and I get between 37-42mpg
@garettclement66713 жыл бұрын
Hey Hilton. Can you help me find one for import to Kenya? Has to be 2014 or later. Please lemme know because I am interested in one
@johnlira33164 жыл бұрын
How much is the same car with 200k miles?
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
In $ I would say not more than $6000. What year model is it?
@ozonegaz4 жыл бұрын
wdid you have any other issues when you water pump failed ?
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Yes I did. When the dealer changed the water pump, they had to remove some coolant pipes in front of the engine and the coolant bottle. So a few months later, the large expensive coolant hose which splits into five directions started leaking and then the coolant reservoir started to leak because it was cracked possibly from being dropped. After fixing those issues it never needed any other maintenance under the hood other than annual services.
@claydonmacdonald27406 жыл бұрын
Hi Hilton, Am looking at getting another British car. Have a 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3 and am looking at the 2010 XF for to and from work. What mileage has your car done?
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Claydon Mac Donald Mine is a 2009 and has 60,000 miles on it. Most of the XF's I see in AutoTrade have over 150,000 moles on them for 2010 models, so these cars are pretty solid. Just make sure it has full service history and check its warranty claim history. The 2010 had a small facelift to the mirrors and screen color and a HD backup camera.
@kellysigala95456 жыл бұрын
Hey Hilton, I heard that the top speed of the Jaguar XF 3.0 awd 2014 is 119 mph and not 190 mph, is it true?
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Kelly Sigala Not true. I have taken mine to top speed and the limiter kicked in at 150mph. I got close to 155mph but no more. I'm sure the supercharged version will reach 190mph tho
@JossshyB6 жыл бұрын
I have a 2015 XF 3.0 AWD Sport w/ supercharged V6. It is electronically limited to 196km/h (121MPH) I bounce it off the limiter just about every time I pull out to pass on the highway.
@petersinclair39975 жыл бұрын
Just from the Net. Jaguars are limited to 155 mph. The MY11 3.0 S Diesel has a theoretical top speed of 181 mph.
@AF-jx4lt4 жыл бұрын
I hope you didn't pay for new brake rotors because you didn't get them. You can see that the front rotors have been turned with a brake lathe; they're definitely not new. Doing your own repairs would save you a lot of money and it's not that difficult. I'm on my second Jaguar now, great cars if you look after them.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
I can assure you Adam they were new. I always insist on the old parts back when I pay for repairs.
@76ers7 жыл бұрын
How is the gas mileage? I just test-drove a nice 2013 XF Portfolio but within no time a quarter tank of gas was gone!
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
76ers Mine uses about 13L per 100km (not sure what that is in miles per gallon) I don't think its bad because a tank lasts me a month. I do a lot of town driving. On the highway, it goes down to 10 liters per km which is very good for a car this big and heavy. What engine did the car you tested have?
@76ers7 жыл бұрын
13L per 100km = 3.4gal per 62miles. So that's about 18 mpg. I was testing Jaguar XF Portfolio with the V8 Engine. It was getting only 15mpg (15L/100km). I'm used to driving a 30mpg (7L/100km) vehicle so this was a huge difference. I thought the gas tank had a hole or something.
@carfanfan7 жыл бұрын
LoL - you should take a look at the diesels, they are very frugal and can go almost 1000km's on a tank ;-)
@fredgrove42206 жыл бұрын
It depends a lot how you drive, I get about 22 to 24 mpg out of my 3.0 V6 . I had a 2.7 v6 diesel "S" type before, and upgraded to the 2009 XF 3 months ago, love it.
@kosiekoos9408 Жыл бұрын
So should I buy an xf 2012 2.2 d? For under 200 thousand rand these cars are looking like a decent option.
@carfanfan Жыл бұрын
The 2.2d is very frugal. It's a good buy. Low maintenance costs. Just make sure you test drive it, and it's performing well. Also, full maintenance records. If they are not maintained properly, the oil turns to sludge, and that means a new motor. Also, the DPF can cause the car to go into limp mode. Restricted performance. It won't have much power in this mode. The DPF cleans itself out when you dontrips longer than 100km, so if you do a lot of town driving, be sure to stretch uts kegs once a week.
@garibzadeh3 ай бұрын
200 is way to high bro
@hawaiianmalibu96432 жыл бұрын
Hilton should I put staggerd rims on my 2015 xf ? Is it safe to Put rims on
@carfanfan2 жыл бұрын
You can, but unless you have a V8 s/c I don't see why. To be honest, 20" wheels make the ride hard and get damaged more easily by potholes. 18" wheels look good and give you a nice compliant ride 😉
@PATRYK-R16 жыл бұрын
just thinking, can you keep air vents always in open position? like choosing some option in computer?, or it is fully automatic and it is opening and closing every time you use the Jag??
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
You sure can - on the touch screen, select "climate", then "settings" in the top right hand corner, and select vent rotation to "always open"
@PATRYK-R16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hilton. :D
@anaconda61473 жыл бұрын
Let Scotty check it before u buy.
@carfanfan3 жыл бұрын
Scotty Kilmer??? LoL
@philipjones44664 жыл бұрын
You don’t state what mileage your car has done. I have a 10 plate 3.0s. The r/ hand rocker has split twice. The rear fog lights failed. The alternator failed. The off side suspension spring snapped. Rear tyres last just 5000 miles and that’s on Dunlop tyres. It has full service history. The rear door locks failed. It is way under average miles. BUT it’s still the best car I have ever driven.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
Mine had around 60,000 miles on when doing this video. When I sold it, it had around 75,000 miles on it. During total ownership, I did approximately 25,000 miles over the five years I had it. Awesome car. Wish I hadn't sold it.
@philipjones44664 жыл бұрын
Hilton thank you for the reply. Mine now has 95000 miles and it’s having its second PLASTIC rocker cover fitted.
@carfanfan4 жыл бұрын
@@philipjones4466 strange, to me never leaked oil or had rocker panel issues. I did have constant coolant leaks tho
@philipjones44664 жыл бұрын
Hilton there’s a jaguar independent dealer not far from me and he has some 3.0 xfs doing over 240000 miles and still going strong. Our main jaguar dealer stratsons are worse than useless there name is poor
@aaronjones3946 жыл бұрын
Jags are nice but maintenance costs, depreciation, and reliability (consumer reports) are an absolute deal breaker.
@carfanfan6 жыл бұрын
Actually, if I look at the 2016 VW Golf 1.4 Tsi we owned, it depreciated at a far rapid rate than my Jaguar. Those are misconceptions with modern Jags - VW's are just as costly to maintain as any other "luxury" car out there. Considering my annual maintenance bill for my Jag was $1500 and depreciation $1350, that levelled against the VW Golf's depreciation alone of $2700 per year (it had a maintenance plan so costs there), but one can see, the Jag cost only slightly more in total even without its maintenance plan. It's so reliable that I only have annual services that need to be done, nothing has broken on the car in the past two and a half years. So reliability definitely is good on modern Jaguars.