Old Peter

Hi John, I had a 2.5 petrol x type and it got a similar mpg on local usage, but on a longer run I used to get around 35 mph driving steadily. You could get as good as that. Peter.

Welcome to the club, David. Great to see some more expertise coming to the Club. Some people think about original colours being de rigeur, but personally I think that certain cars look better in certain colours and a good respray can work wonders. I don't think value would be affected with the right colour. Regards Peter.

Hello again, Phil. I just had a thought that Terraclean might clean up your injectors and solve the problem Apparently there is fuel injector cleaner available. It might be worth investigating. Regards, Peter.

Hi Phil, I have had a look around and I think you might be able to get fuel injectors for a bit less than £200 each. While there are some for sale on eBay, I would be more inclined to see what is available around some of other Jaguar parts suppliers such as Just Jags, The David Manners Group [Halesowen area] and Rimmer Bros. Living with the problem is a thought but not a solution. I will still keep my eye out when trawling the internet for Jaguar bits. Regards, Peter.

Hi Karl, I did have a slight inkling that you followed a gentleman's game. I used to know Central Park very well, and indeed watched Billy Boston make his debut at that historic ground. Enjoy your trip to Brummagem. I live within the City limits although some of residents still want to retain Sutton Coldfield as a separate entity. There are plenty of Jaguars round here! Regards Peter.

I used to enjoy going up to Widnes to watch Rugby League every other week -- it's a pleasure driving a Jaguar on a long trip. I had an 190 mile round trip and usually go about 43 mpg. [2.7 Diesel] Peter.

I kept mine for 11 years. Never a problem other than normal things. It just got old and tatty. There are plenty of x types around and the one you want will turn up. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Michael. I think most Jaguar owners have had similar experiences prior to owning a Jaguar. I had 30 years of company cars and as you say, plastic and boring. When I retired in 1999 I bought a nearly new Rover Sterling --- a steady reliable car -- a passengers car but not a drivers car. I decided to buy a Jaguar and wanted a diesel S type automatic, but my wife saw a Metallic Red X type 2.5 litre AWD petrol manual without a scratch on it. Lovely car to drive. We were gutted when it was stolen == carjacked. The dealer told me I would never drive another make and we now have that S Type Diesel automatic. You will enjoy both the Club and the Jaguar, Regards, Peter.

Hi Phil, I was put in touch by Terraclean with a mobile mechanic who does the Terraclean service, and am arranging for it to be done towards the end of May. The engine in my car was replaced when it was owned by Jaguar and has only done 33k, but I feel that a good engine clean would help in keeping the expensive bits on a V6 in good shape. Regards, Peter.

Hi Dan. Insurance not due for a couple of months but I will definitely give you a try. Peter.

Hi Phil, I pass through Drayton Bassett every now and then when going the back way into Ventura Park. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Simon. Passing on experiences is invaluable to us all. I hope you enjoy the Club. It is a very good experience, as much as owning a Jaguar. Regards, Peter.

Hi Phil, I have had a look around and it seems that what you have heard is correct. I would suggest you look for an independent specialist. There is a Jaguar specialist in Northfield that has been recommended by other owners who might be cheaper than Stratstone or other main dealers. Just google Northfield Garage. I live in Sutton Coldfield, so if there is any assistance you may need I am available. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Philip, It seems you are both enjoying your Jaguar and the Club already. There are lot of both expert and friendly people in the Club. I will check out the software issue and get back to you. I had a 2.5L SE AWD petrol x type and it was very well equipped. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, David. Billyboy has already given a good answer to your problem. You will find a lot of helpful members in the Club. On the question of independent Jaguar specialists you will find a topic under the forum Jaguar Owners Lounge where there isa list of recommended garages. I do know of a well thought of specialist in Northfield who is listed on that forum. Let me know how you get on. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Paul. You are enjoying the unique experience of owning a Jaguar. You will find a lot of friendly people in the club and also quite a few from Lancashire. Regards, Peter. [exiled Lancastrian]

Welcome to the Club, Phil. I could be wrong, but a quick guess points me to tyres. The S type is rear wheel drive, so I think the rumble must come from the rear tyres. I used to have a Rover Sterling which was front wheel drive and got a similar rumble when it touched 70. A quick tyre check solved it! [plus a new pair of Dunlops]. Regards, Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Pete. When I got my first Jaguar, I was told I would never drive another make. True so far. Jaguars are in a class of their own. Rimmer Bros do sell reconditioned parts which are genuine Jaguar. Just Jags is another good site to look at. I am also fairly certain that you could also get replacement trim from either one of these people. Regards, Peter. Exiled Lancastrian.

Welcome to the club, Karl and Mike. In my diesel s type I have used supermarket fuel half of the time, but I use the good stuff with an tankful of the very good stuff occasionally. I notice the difference. The 3.0 litre petrol engine is a very good motor, and sometimes appreciates the single malt, as it were. Regards Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Keith. You will be in the company of a lot of friendly people. Regards, Peter.

That is a great idea, Simon.. I am looking forward to a good day. Peter.

Welcome to the Club, Steve. There are loads of friendly people here who are only too ready to help. Share your experiences of Jaguar ownership and enjoy your car. I hope your grandchild arrives on time and mother and child both do well. Regards, Peter.

Best wishes from me too, Paul, and welcome to the Club. Hope you fight with Big C is resolved and you enjoy your Jaguar. I used to have a 2.5 AWD x type and thoroughly enjoyed it. I had Cruise control but rarely used it. Regards, Peter.

Hi Ian, It happened exactly the same three weeks ago and I had it checked out my my mobile mechanise who I had used for 13 years. It came up EGR valve. I think there are two on the S Type and I haven't a clue as to where they are located. There are no untoward sound from the engine which is running very sweetly. Giving a bit of welly occasionally seems to keep the engine smooth. I had not done any long runs for about three weeks, and that might have been not to its liking! I will find the location of these valves in the next few days. Regards, Pete

Welcome to the Club Ian. 22 minutes is pretty fast. I don't get oily hands any more, though. I would like to bet that the main dealers would take longer than 22 minutes --- or charge you for longer! My engine amber light came on yesterday and I presumed it was the EGR valve, as it has done it before. I gave it a good blast on the M42 and the next time I started the car the light had gone off.. Regards, Peter.