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Welcome aboard Paul and to Jaguar ownership. I've never done it myself so can't vouch for it but many reports i've read online and in magazines recommend the NC500 route in Scotland. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Coast_500 Apparently many inns/hotels/pubs all with accommodation and i believe a packed lunch for your onward journey are on the route which might make a good start to your touring days. I'm sure others will have good suggestions too but the more ideas you have, the better choice you can make. Happy New Year to you as well.

Hi everyone. My name is Paul and I am from Ballymena in Northern Ireland. I recently purchased my first ever Jaguar (after 44 years of driving). Over the years I have owned mostly BMW's, a couple of Audi's and one Mercedes. I was looking to try Jaguar for a change and started searching for an XF Sportbrake 3.0D v6 to replace my BMW 330D Touring, but then discovered I could get an XJ for a similar price! Last October I spotted a 10 year old XJL with low mileage and immaculate condition in Sapphire Blue (I'm told it was a wedding car in a previous life). I fell in love with it as soon as I first drove it - so now it's mine! It has totally changed my driving style. With the Beemer, I would jump in and set off everywhere at a sprint in Sport mode - but now I cruise and glide through life in Comfort mode. It has done wonders for my stress levels and my blood pressure and makes me want to drive off towards the horizon and tour the world in it 🙂 I was widowed a few years ago and remarried last year. My new wife cannot fly for medical reasons - so we are looking to plan some road trips across Europe in years to come (DV). Let me know if you have any recommendations for stunningly scenic routes to try. I'm looking forward to embracing the Jaguar ownership experience and following this forum for general information, advice on servicing and upgrades. oh - and Happy New Year to all of you for 2026. Kind Regards, Paul. Jaguar XJL 3.0D V6 Portfolio (May 2015) [X351 In Sapphire Blue with optional Rear Seat Entertainment]

Hi Gordon, you are looking for a very niche / specific enthusiast - need's to have the XJ, with a later than 65 registration and those will be few and far between in themselves as the XJ model X-351 ceased production in 2019, so a 4 year window, PLUS you need the enthusiast to be Sam, or have a three initial name that uses "SAM" - not asking much! Listing here, but with an indicative price is okay, but also other locations such as the JEC Classifieds might be worth the effort. N6 JMX

Happy New Year to one and all. I have XJ65 SAM on retention and am looking for some advice on how best to sell it, but I would prefer it to go to a genuine Jaguar enthusiast rather than being marked-up by a third party agent. Thank you in anticipation.

You could try Jagutek at Ely - not used them myself but heard a lot of good reports about them. https://jagutek.co.uk/ Welcome to the forum too!

Have just got an XF 3.0l diesel 2012 I,m looking for good Jag workshop near me

Good point, cheers, love the look but costing fortune on rims. Hopefully ride stay as good.

I was going to say the same as Jim but was preparing dinner. Worth checking your brakes before any decisions on wheels i reckon.

Cheers, was looking at 18 i think, not sure about brakes? Thank you.

I've just purchased my first XF 2010 and, whilst I'm very happy so far, I'm not happy with tyre pressure sensors giving me period warnings. I know they're a safety issue but I am OCD about tyre pressures and I can live without the monitoring. Is there an easy way to disable the monitoring system?

18-inch with the higher profile sidewall tyre will offer maximum protection and comfort - if that is what you are after. Presumably on a diesel you will not have the premium brakes, which subsequently require a larger diameter wheel to clear the front calliper. Usually a good selection of original fit wheels for sale on the JEC Classifieds website, although a quick check shows nothing in 18" or 19" at the moment. N6 JMX

I have recently purchased an xj350 2.7 d, it has 20 inch low profiles on. These look great but with the state of the roads I have had 2 damaged rims, requiring welding. I am trying to decide on 18 or 19 inch wheels now. Could anyone please give any advice. Many thanks.

My 2008 Jaguar XK 4.2 V8 Coupe has covered 167,755 miles, but still drives like a dream, and in December went through a full service and MOT. It has the 20" Senta alloys, paired with premium Dunlop Sport Maxx tyres fitted in late 2023. The engine still runs perfectly and the suspension feels in great shape too. The interior is clean and comfortable, with wear to the leather consistent with the mileage. This car has been maintained regardless of cost, with significant preventative maintenance carried out: - Dec 2025 (Current): Fresh MOT and Full Service just completed, with EGR Valve and coolant tank replaced. - Feb 2025: Renewed both rear brake discs + brake pads + brake calipers. - Dec 2024: Full Service including brake & fluid change. - Dec 2023: Renewed rear driver’s side suspension rod. - Nov 2023: Full Service + fitted 3x Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 premium tyres + had full 4-wheel alignment carried out + renewed rear right stabiliser link. - Sep 2019: Massive overhaul addressing common big-ticket items. This included new front lower control arms ("banana arms"), rear upper wishbones, O/S/R lower wishbone, new alternator, engine mounts, and rear brake discs/pads. I wish I could keep this car, to be frank, but I need something more practical now to start a family. You will be very happy with it! Notes: - As is common with the split-rim Senta alloys, the rims are showing lacquer peel/cosmetic corrosion (see photos). They are structurally completely sound, though - The headliner adhesive is no longer holding, so it's now secured with same-color pins. ------------------ PRICE: £4,950 LOCATION: Guildford, Surrey CONTACT: Message on here and we can arrange a viewing and/or test drive!

I wonder if by adding the lights he's inadvertently fixed the fault? He should know what i mean by that. Also, i'd suggest selling the Merc and buying a Honda if you want reliability. A friend of mine does a lot of work for a Merc indy, just as something to keep him busy in his early retirement and they have a lot of electrical faults. I know Jags have their fair amount but to be honest, less than most other brands.

Hi & Happy New Year Auto-electrician has wired up two lights from either side of starter relay under the fuse box and asked me to let him know which light doesn’t light up if or when the car fails to turnover, but it has started every time I have tried to start car since getting it back from the garage 🥴 All I can do is keep trying but I have bought a Mercedes so that I have a couple of cars that I can rely on. Sad to say, but I will be selling the XJL as soon as it is fixed 😥

Engine options in the XE are: 2.0, 4 cylinder Ingenium diesel (in various power outputs) 2.0, 4 cylinder petrol (early cars used a Ford engine, then a 2.0 Ingenium was used), again in a variety of power outputs. 3.0 V6 Supercharged petrol engine on the 'S' models, 340ps initially, then uprated to 380ps. There isn't a 2.2 engine available in the XE. Personally, petrol all day long for low mileage use.

Petrol - it warms up quicker and won't cause you DPF or similar expensive problems. Also the larger the engine in a car that size, the less it has to work hard so better fuel economy as a general rule od thumb. Obviously if you go for a 5.0V8 supercharged then economy won't be as good. Whatever you go for, make sure to give it one long high speed (motorway) run every so often to help keep things cleared out.

Which is best engine on an xe for occasional low milage use a 2litre or 2.2litre. I am looking to buy a 2016ish model.

Welcome aboard! Try the CKP - Crank Position Sensor - these won't give a fault code but will cause a non-start. They also usually fail suddenly. Had that happen on my S Type a couple of years back, fitted a new one on a hunch and fired up immediately. Not sure where in the world you are but give Rock Auto a try in the USA, it's a fiddly job but doesn't take too long.

Hi, New member here! My 2002 x-type 2.5 petrol, purchased new and with only 80k mi, is not starting. The car was in storage on a battery tender for the past month. Initially after taking it out of storage the car started and ran for ~30mins but after shutting it off, it would not restart. - Battery, alternator, & starter are all good (confirmed with local shop) - No error codes It feels like an ECM issue, any suggestions? Best, Sean

Thanks for letting us know and glad you got it sorted! 👍

Dear Friends, I finally managed to track down the problem. It was actually two issues , the exterior temperature sensor and AC compressor clutch which my mechanic found was "weak". After replacing both, the AC starts cooling within 2-3 minutes and does a good job even after parked in the hot sun.

An odd problem. My XJ L has electric door window blinds fitted. The rear passenger nearside one goes up but then immediately goes down. Any suggestions.

Hi. Now getting the boot isnt locked (when it is) problem and also battery low turn on engine sign. Tried leaving battery disconnected/reconnected. I am not a mechanic - so bear with me when I say I cannot find the coolant temp sensor location on my 2019 2.0 diesel. Ive also seen and lost 🙈some advice on taking an ECU fuse out to hard reset in case its a software/ECU thing. Any help well received. Great forum.

Have you tried the spare key?