Hi Dave
Been off the board for a while. I chickened out just before going to France and bought a Merc E320 CDI. My back could not face 2500 miles around France in my Jag. I love driving the Jag but the seats just kill my back. The Jag then sat outside the house all winter and I finally took pity on it and took it for a long drive. The J fitment Pirelli P7 Cinturatos are excellent - great handling, good ride and quiet, least as quiet as it gets. Fuel economy is good too. Kwik-fit were giving 25% off so the set came to under £400. I have now given the S Type to my partner so I can still drive it when I feel the need!