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Hi thankyou for your quick reply and for all your information, I will do as much information digging as I can, and look forward to seeing an XK-R on my drive.

Hi Howard, there is quite a bit of information around on various Forums in regard to the New XK (X-150) model, which production ceased in 2014, despite some registrations taking place in 2015. The 5.0 litre engines are very reliable, but there are some areas to watch out for, like the supercharger coupling. A relatively simple and cheap fix, but not if you go to a dealer. Listen to the top of the engine at tick over. At 86k miles, the gearbox oil should have been changed, probably around 60k miles so check that has been undertaken. Supercharger belts and serpentine belts should have been changed at 10-years, so check service records. Look at the MoT history on the free DVLA check website. The aluminium bodies are very good, but can still corrode. Areas to look at are the boot, above the plinth. Here is a water trap and if the boot plinth is loose, it can rub through the paint allowing the corrosion cell to develop. Other areas are on the A-pillars and the front of the roofline, where stone chips have been allowed to progress - check for bubbling. Easily fixed, but the bodyshop needs to know how to work on aluminium panels. Aluminium corrosion that hasn't broken through the paint looks surprisingly like rust bubbling, so check these areas, the leading edge of the bonnet and the rear bodywork after the doors, ahead of the rear wheels Biggest area of concern is underneath where the subframes meet the monocoque. If the car has been used all year round, and at 86K on a 2012 model, that sounds to be the case, then exposure to salt roads can cause significant corrosion on the underside. It also may not need to be a year round car, there is a suspicion that living in the salt laden air by the seaside can cause the same issues, so spend plenty of time scrutinising the underbody. Inside, the interiors are very robust, but wear on the driver's seat could be an issue to be sorted with a repair kit, or a good trimmer. All of the switchgear should be tested and all of the various screens / menus on the centre touchscreen should be checked and working. A lot of functionality is controlled via the touchscreen. Obviously check there are no warning lights illuminated on the dash and if available, check for stored codes via the OBD port. Depending on your own abilities, or skill levels, it may be worthwhile investing in a full inspection of the vehicle by an "expert" either from a Club, or one of the motoring organisations. If you have any doubts, come back here, with details / photos and the community will get back to you. N6 JMX

Jaguar Classic Parts offer period correct looking radio heads with all of the modern technologies incorporated - they cost circa £1,000 + VAT, so your desire is available, but at a cost. Alternatively, you can visit your local Halfords or Auto Store and speak with the incredibly young looking technician who will set you up with everything you need at a fraction of the cost from Classic Parts. N6 JMX

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Looking to buy a XKR 2012 with 86k on the clock. Can anyone help with what to check and look for before I spend my cash please.

Hello, I'm looking for a new head unit for my x308, I Want Bluetooth and android auto capabilities aswell as fitting the looks of the interior, can anyone help? Thanks in advance

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Hi Aubrey, I've purchased a ticket, and plan to bring my recently acquired XK8. Couple of questions, are dogs allowed, I have one very docile Greyhound. Does entry for everyone start at 10am. Am I OK to have a collection tin in the car for Children's Hospice South West charity, if anyone passing feels like popping in a donation. Thanks in anticipation Pete

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I have a1999 September xj8 sport,,,,it has nearly 99,000 miles on the clock ...i was told that the cam tensions ect needed to be changed as they give lots of problems...i removed the cam cover on the left hand side and found no type of damage any where ....the car has always had a yearly oil change and sometimes was only 2000 miles max!!! the car has hardly been driven over 70 mph in its life .. could the regular oil change and low top speed be the reason the parts are not damaged ???

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I think the radar window looks funny sticking proud of the grill like that. I also think the grill's "holes" should be painted black and just the front face left as chrome.

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Hi Alan, check out the Scottish Jaguar Enthusiasts Day happening at the Riverside Museum in Glasgow on Saturday the 29th of June 2024. This is one of the few opportunities to meet and chat with fellow Jaguar enthusiasts north of the border and without making a 600 mile round trip to somewhere in the south. There is further information on this Forum, in the Events section near the bottom of the page, but if you cannot locate it and want more information, send me a PM and I will get back to you. N6 JMX

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