Slate_XJR

So, took the head off and as expected found blown gasket. Ordered tensioners, gaskets, filters and few other bits from the UK, will take the head to specialists tomorrow to check for any damage and skim if necessary. Engine liners and pistons looking good. Having in mind that the water pump looks undamaged and has no damage on the he inside, I think it has to be stuck thermostat which lead to overheating.

Thanks for reply, I am planning to buy a new timing set with metal tensioners, new pump, thermostat, coolant lines under the charger and other bits which are recommended to do while engine removed. Mine gasket got blown due to water pump failure, guess it's one of the most common reasons. My mate in the UK found one for 900 quid, but thats a complete engine. P.S. my engine is with steel liners, as far as I know if the last six characters begin with an F the car was fitted with steel liners.

Hi everyone, to start with, my engine has one head gasket blown and it's pushing coolant out, misfiring, white fumes out of the exhaust etc. Before starting to spend money on my old engine I am starting to think about buying a used engine directly from the UK, as there are only one or two XJR's for spares in my country. My question is, what is the price of a naked 4.0 v8 engine from 00-02 XJR would be reasonable? My car production date is August year 2000, guess it's AJ27S. Thank you in advance Vaidas