I Bought a Supercharged Flagship Jaguar for only $3800

I buy and fix up a rare supercharged Jag I found at auction. Is it any good?
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[@andrewthomason3857]

The technical qualities of this video - lighting, camera angles, editing, narration - are just outstanding. The people complaining about why he hasn’t finished this or done that should pipe down and appreciate how much time goes into putting together a broadcast-quality 45 minute video like this.

[@algorhythm1454]

Absolutely right. Lazy buggers. 🙄

[@WaldosWorld]

I appreciate it! It is very time consuming to make videos like this 👍

[@micheljansen85]

I really like his videos. Would be nice if he could stop buying a new car every minute and finish the gooseneck.

[@swamp-yankee]

@@micheljansen85why though? It’s not like you’re gonna borrow it. You ever stand around running a MiG welder outside in the winter? If you like the videos just let it go & enjoy. It’s not your project, and we’re getting free content, and he’s not even shilling supplements or an online therapy/data mining corporation. We’re the audience we don’t get to determine his content. We just tune in or we don’t.

[@donquixote3927]

Yep. Very easy to follow even for a non-mechanic like me.

[@dodgedemon840]

I really like when someone buys a used car like this and truly fully checks and changes everything that's needed and maybe couple things not needed now but still does,this is a lot more interesting to watch then other massive KZbin auto channels that do this

[@dondonelson7908]

I really loved your video. I’m 67 and have Parkinson’s but when I was your age I had a shop in my garage and in my spare time I would repair customers cars that were brought to me. Though my primary job at the Ford dealership was in upper mgmt, I loved turning wrenches. The only car I worked on were the 89-95 Taurus SHO. I could diagnose common issues, do major tuneups, pull and replace or rebuild the engine and even opened and refreshed the manual 5 spd cars. The things you did on the jaguar brought back fond memories. Your passion is incredible and your general knowledge on working on cars second to none. Thank you for allowing me to relive your no non-sense approach to fixing things and handling problems. I chuckled when you tightened the piston on the e-brake with pliers and referred to the “special tool” set that some people use but you found needle nose pliers our just as effective. I had that “special tool” set.

[@lightningstrikestwice2935]

Just happened to find this site when the Jaguar peaked my interest. This man has a refined quality to his presentation. No whining, no drama and even proper English. Not only is he a great mechanic seems to be educated as well. This site will be at the top of my list. Along with adapt ape. Another great heavy duty diesel mechanic.

[@Lagueralcadio]

Would you mind sharing that site? Greatly appreciate it! Thanks.

[@nsbioy]

Piqued. Speaking of proper English…

[@CoolHand273]

Waldo's style of work is more realistic because he is very pragmatic with his jobs here. He does not care about aesthetics but just does what needs to be done which is a more accurate depiction of what happens in a shop. It also shows how much you can do with basic tools (as long as you have a lift of course).

[@HighDefinitionVideo]

I long for a lift. Not a ton of flat land where I am :)

[@seanhoude]

Gotta have a lift to do any serious work on a Jag. The front suspension is designed to swing out of the way and hang off the front end.

[@user-oe1mb9hu9i]

I wish I had the space and a lift to be able to do this but living in town with no property, it's impossible.

[@ptstouring49]

2007 Super V8 owner here (the long wheelbase version of the XJR) for going on 10 years. 1. Excellent video, you never see people working on these. 2. Do you not have a press? The 20 ton harbor freight one is a game changer 3. Road noise is partially tires I am sure 4. Please redo the headliner as I need to do mine 5. They are reasonably priced and easy to work on 6. I found the arnot coil springs ride better than the air suspension, but if you want to go back, the conversion process is easy to reverse (it’s almost always the bags leaking that causes the replacement and/or the filter on the compressor) 7. Spray the subframes, but it won’t rot as you say 8. Get a lower engine cover as that keeps corrosion away 9. Get the top engine cover because they look good and keep noise down 10. Change the supercharger oil when you have some time. 11. What rotors did you buy? I want to do rotors soon on mine. I have been using akebono pads. 12. Orange coolant is factory. Overall my ownership experience has been fantastic. The 4.2 and 6 speed ZF and the design are just extremely well done and they are fast (4.9 0-60). I did a thermostat, the coil conversion, and the parking brake ECU in almost ten years. You can put tons of miles on these jags and they run forever (knock on wood).

[@83j049733rfe4]

You and him, these cars need owners like that. Rightly and properly maintained, they can show up just about anything in period, and maybe not a hellcat, but I would at least reckon a 392 Hemi. From 2012 to 2020, my 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas was without flaw in it's performance. Straight Six, but never failed me... The only unreliable thing about it is, as typical of my generation, my income and employment.

[@lukespector5550]

Wanna help me push-start my 1988 XJ40 3.6l Daimler Sovereign? Lucas Electrics with vacuum fluorescent dashboard! 🧐

[@KCNYC]

@ptstouring49 how reliable is the air suspension? I used to own a Range Rover, that was problematic.

[@howardsimpson489]

I have owned lots of Jags over the years from Mk5 to V12 Xj. Nice to drive but awful to work on and not reliable (Lukas again), most people steer clear hence the low prices. Run a problem free Nissan Leaf now, charged off solar.

[@stephenbarnard8353]

Tyres: Vredestein winter tyres definitely making a big contribution to road noise... :-(

[@robertcharlessceats3647]

I'm 78 now and therefore don't get into all this engineering giggery pokery now but I have to say this is the best maintenance/repair video I have ever seen. Excellent camerawork and lighting without obstruction so as you have a clear view of what is being worked on. Good clear explanations. Top marks for this production and yes, being a Brit I love the Jaguars

[@gilbertburas6357]

Very well done! No cutesy stuff - straight-forward tour of the basic. most likely to need repair mechanicals. 2006 VandenPlas owner here. 124K mile well-maintained southern car I bought for $1,250 4 yrs ago because no one, not even the Jag dealership, wanted to work on it. Dealership couldn't even reliably duplicate the key acc'd to the parts counterman. No, they're not an S-Class, but if you are a hobbyist with reasonable mechanical skills these cars are nothing to be afraid of, a steal if you find a nicely kept one and their looks never age. To handle the electronics, the Jag "Topix" software can be found online and you'll need an old Windows XP laptop, but you'll be able to duplicate the key for a second set and handle all of the networks. Fun to watch it scan the car and turn systems on and off! The shop manuals are available and informative. There's a guy in England who'll even convert the radio to full Bluetooth access. Two tips: If you disconnect an electronic component, the computer will sense a continuity fault and set a code. You can use the old "disconnect the negative battery cable and touch it to the positive" to clear the codes (no scan tool needed). Try MOPAR Rust Penetrant on the rusty bolts - the stuff actually works used as directed.

[@ryanburkhalter993]

I really enjoy the in - depth maintenance videos you put out. whether it be a import, classic, euro, or a truck! Keep putting these out Waldo!

[@stilllmkp]

i enjoy you

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you!

[@sheltonmorris7739]

Wow! I have the same car 2004 XJR with 69,000 miles. I just done upper control arms and tie rods etc. Your video just gave me more confidence to compete all the maintenance! Thank you!

[@user-wv1pj6wh4h]

Hes a mechanic...things look easy and simple bu thye are not.

[@steveballmersbaldspot2.095]

69k? Nice.

[@robertdore9592]

The XJR is one hell of a sled indeed, beautiful lines, understated style and plenty of power. The facelift version is my favourite.

[@matthewsellers82]

Brilliant video. Your seemingly endless patience with those little annoying, restricted access fasteners is truly impressive. A final breakdown of costs and time would be icing on the cake.

[@KevinSmithdc]

You're a master mechanic and a master teacher. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with everyone. Well done, sir!

[@seanmoore4653]

Shutup

[@Notfiveo0]

How many miles are on that cat, did he say?

[@MrJkosta]

"Master" I don´t think so. If he´s a "Master" than what is an actual Master called?

[@bricktop7803]

Quality content Waldo. Do not compromise your content, keep up the high standard. We do not want rubbish vids every week...that is for lesser channels! Its a Jag, and its in good shape. They tend to have electrical problems, and corrosion from road salt does not help. They are a nightmare, and not very many on UK roads nowadays. My buddy had one and it wouldn't start, it was the immobiliser cutting power to the fuel pump. Possibly the Aluminium panels and the steel chassis combo.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback/encouragement! I have to admit: I hadn't considered electrical issues as a potential issue. I'm not looking forward to having them, but at least I'm qualified to fix them 🤷‍♂️

[@richardprice5978]

@@WaldosWorld yes i agree active-air or active-Tbar's are amazing and yes in year 2000+ coil or leafs just feel cheap but 🤷‍♂ i know people that did a similar result on late90's caddy's, i just wouldn't have in fact iv done the opposite and used aftermarket air-systems so much better feel/control/towing-capacity ect even without fully installed-correctly aka my sibling was being cheep on his tj/lj so for now it's missing kit-parts that it need's but it's his plan to add them ( was my plan on top of the v8+auto-over-drive engine swap but didn't get to it in time 😉 ) in the next 5 years, but yah you can tell it needs the rest of the actu-air/off-road-only kit but still better than stock/use-in-05to07 as i tried farriering a empty light 2 car huller and couldn't pull it off even in the flat driveway/tow-yard boss-place, now in 2022 loaded to 5-6k lb's so yes it works 👌 as for the jaguars AJ4.0 it's probably the automatic and or the lacking of modify options ( rare+electronics+tunes ect ) that kill's it $$$ and jag missed the opportunity to use the mustang-mod/coyote-v8/and or ford TR6060 or pattern-bell that's not helpful, yes i realises that in 2000-09 selling a stick would have been a hard/rare sell ( but normal for my chargers era ) but would have helped keep resale's values&pr/enthusiasm higher , have one out of a Lincoln LS-8 2002-05? non-vvt like your engine is just without the supercharged option and no im not 100% sure about fitments to a 10R80 transmission's but that's been the hope sense 2014~ in the jeep, yeh im slow at Christmas 🎄gift 🎁to family/old-man ( there both ford fans died-blue, im a 60's mopar guy myself 😉) to were now it got transferred/sold down/someone-else, so now it might endup getting a 4th-G coyote instead but 🤷‍♂ as a mechanic 👨‍🔧in 2009-14~ this fell into my lap and coyotes were more rare and $$ at the time

[@davidelliott5843]

I fitted Monroe air assist shocks to a Ford which allowed softer leaf springs. The ride was 1000% better but body roll was horrible. I fitted two solenoid valves. One isolated the shocks across the car (body roll fixed) the other isolated the compressor. They don’t like starting under load.

[@Ben-jq5oo]

I’m not a mechanic, I just like older cars and watch a lot of YT. It’s great to watch someone who clearly has the knowledge and talks us through the work clearly. No delays, really good editing. Great presentation all round 🕺

[@boathousejoed1126]

Just found this channel.I think I'll come back to it.Clear,concise, and no b.s.

[@tasaman]

You ended up with a top notch ride. I like how well you addressed every issue and even communicated some of the unique procedures. Well done sir.

[@stevenwest1494]

I am absolutely horrified at how easy that Jag is to work on?! I mean everything has pretty good access to it, and you had plenty of very tough nuts to break. Now it makes me want one,

[@shanemcman3665]

A Jag will affect your personality

[@ciklop4206]

​@@shanemcman3665same for Volvos 😅

[@jupitercyclops6521]

​​@@shanemcman3665 Will it have a person referring to negatives as "bloody messes"? If so, will it be over night, or more of a gradual transformation? I love the phrase. Folks don't seem to know it's origin. Some think they do. I've heard well respected British historians get it wrong. I've heard some theorize with incorrect certainty that it referred to combat & what not. Smh (scholors) Allow me to set the record straight. As are a lot of good profanities that have been time tested, it's a body part or bodily function. It's the monthly shedding of the lining of the female what not! The menstration! What makes more of a bloody mess? What creates more of a bloody hell? Remember , you saw it here first folks!

[@johng1902]

Yes, way easier than the 68 XJ that I had if for only one aspect: the 04 used coarse thread bolts vice fine thread bolts on my 68.

[@johng1902]

Great job, both with your work on the car, your video, audio, and post production. Probably the best I've seen for mechanic work on a non-television level.

[@kansaidan2302]

Loved watching this pro DIY mechanic restore this gem of a vehicle. Especially appreciated his attention to detail and quality . . . . I imagine the satisfaction he obtains by bringing this beauty back to life and the enjoyable drives in his future.

[@markhensens5989]

"Looks like the transmission fluid isn't too bad but since i'm already in here, I might as well replace the transmission" "The altenator seems to be working fine, but since i'm replacing it, I might aswel replace the AC pump and timing chain as well" "The tirepresure seems to be a bit low, but since i have to inflate them, I might aswell replace to ECU" This man leaves no stone unturned, jokes aside I admire your passion for cars and your comitmment to do thorough service and repairs!

[@johnspurrier0001]

It's a real problem. I have a JKU with it's axles on the ground because I wanted to replace a bump stop. When all is said and done I'll have installed an e-locker, upgraded the brakes and will have all new suspension with new control arms, sway links and track bar. Now that I am thinking about it, may as well upgrade the brake lines too.

[@flouisbailey]

Can you come over I need some............ and show me how it should be done on one of my cars?

[@TGriffiths-ve6nw]

I am no mechanic but I do my own work with the aid of Google whenever possible. I take the same attitude regarding "as long as I am in here". Better safe than sorry.

[@dooleyfan]

Your troubleshooting approach is top notch. Really good video. Newer cars are so ridiculously expensive that skills such as yours are valuable. It’s generous that you share them!

[@Armen_]

I watch other videos but I should say your videos are my favorites when it comes to mechanical jobs. You are very thorough in explaining what is needed to know and your videos are masterfully shot. Keep up the good job.

[@25centsapop]

You're easily the best videographer mechanic on youtube Also what a convincing brit accent

[@jonheath3706]

I mostly don't understand what you're doing with your car maintenance and repairs, but find your videos fascinating. And honestly, I am jealous of your knowledge and abilities. Keep 'em rollin....

[@paulbargerstock6599]

I had the same generation jag. Mine was an '04 too. I liked mine. It went away in favor of a 2003 s55 amg mercedes. The two biggest headaches I had with mine were what is know in Jag circles as the "hose of death" and a transmission problem.... The hose of death is for the throttle body heater. The wonderful Jag engineers ran the rubber hose in the intake valley. Not a big deal on the non- supercharged version. A very big deal on the supercharged one, requiring removal of the entire supercharger to replace. As for the lovely 6hp26, mine was perfect 85% of the time. You would have almost never known there was a problem... until you got on the throttle hard on something like an on ramp. Then it would blow the 5th to 6th gear shift and put the trans in limp mode. As soon as you shut the car off, it would reset, and be fine. Until the next time lol. After awhile I learned how to sort of drive around the problem. Enjoy!

[@dannydillon997]

Love the way you describe tie rods when you move the wheel side to side and a ball joint up and down, I learn a lot just by listening to you, I am now subscribed and I'm glad I found your channel, beautiful 2004 jag bud.

[@davidgno]

Great job and great video! I'm impressed how easy the XJ is to work on, with all the info on the video I'm sure I could tackle everything over several weekends,working a few hours each Saturday - a full on lift looks like it would come in handy! My overall take away was that for an average person (aka someone who doesn't normally buy their Jag or Rover new from the showroom) is that you need to either have a lot if time, be a mechanic with a lift, be someone who has a mechanic friend with a lift, or have a long-term good working relationship with a garage owner who will cut you a break on price when charging you for all the labor and parts needed.

[@joshuagraham3222]

I can’t believe you rebuilt that whole car in 45 minutes!!! 😂 Beautiful car, good job.

[@Dwayne-mb2uj]

Well at the factory they put a whole car together in 45 min so I don`t know why you are so impressed with this schlub .

[@MrSirGiuseppe]

​@@Dwayne-mb2ujso what you're saying is a dude in a small garage does the work in the same amount of time as the assemblers who have all the fanciest equipment?

[@Dwayne-mb2uj]

@@MrSirGiuseppe Well you know those guys are in a union so they better bathroom breaks .

[@franklinmaurer8383]

I've never considered replacing just the bearing in a pulley. Great idea. Nice car!

[@armoris66]

If you ever have a problem inserting the bearing back into the case, just heat the case. The expansion will allow the bearing to slip in easier.

[@michelleobamasthicccocc822]

​@@armoris66yeah that's the technique I use on your mom's butthole

[@davidelliott5843]

I’ve always looked at replacing just the bearings, but look carefully and parts costs are low enough to not be worth the hassle.

[@Align700nitro]

most of the time the bearing cost the same as the part and in extreme case the bearing itself cost more.

[@Sugurain]

I'd recommend replacing just the bearing only when the part is discontinued (like in this Jag), impossible to find, or ridiculously more expensive than the bearing alone.

[@markrangers1423]

Wonderful watching you work So careful patient and precise

[@reyrogers2806]

Very well done - no BS just skill and knowledge presented fluently. You have a new subscriber - respect.

[@venenareligioest410]

What I like about your channel Waldo is that you do the job properly, with no expense spared 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Primus54]

First time viewer and found myself watching the entire video as your production, editing, and narration are top-notch. I absolutely love that generation Jaguar’s design but have always avoided owning because of the reputation of unreliability. I might reconsider after this viewing. Will be interested in your post-winter report card. Merry Christmas! 🎄 ~ John in Ohio

[@user-bm3uz9cg7l]

What proficient guy! Named it & sorted it. Your list of cars is nearly as impressive as your skill set!!!

[@robertkerby2581]

I thoroughly enjoyed your attention to detail during the repairs of your newly purchased Jaguar! Well done, Sir!

[@DennyAustin-ei7td]

Man, I really have to take my hat off to you. You really know your stuff. I can really appreciate someone like yourself that really knows what he’s doing. He would put most Ford mechanics out of business. Love your videos you’re awesome man you’re my new best friend.

[@t5jerry]

Hey Waldo, there's absolutely NOTHING wrong with getting excited and getting wood, it happens to all of us 🤭🤭🤭🤭😊

[@TowMater603]

Yeah buddy ! hahaha

[@theogharoon]

Particularly, when sitting in a Jaaaaaaaaaaag.

[@baddriving3966]

Not after my PSA hit 12 and I had the prostatectomy it doesn't :( Remember to get your PSA checked!

[@t5jerry]

@@baddriving3966 what's a PSA ?

[@baddriving3966]

A test for Prostate Cancer@@t5jerry

[@oldernu1250]

Your work and narration is great. Boy, wish I lived next door. Thanks for showing us how it's done!

[@Michael-hg6ky]

Really terrific video and presentation. I just acquired a 2004 XJR very similar to yours but in white. The overview you presented in this video sure gave me a better understanding of the car and its quirks. Always something to tinker with I am finding out but it is a smooth ride and fun to drive. Great job!

[@nerkatomkus5639]

Bought the same model couple weeks ago :) lots of work ahead. Also was impressed by it's aluminum body. Thank you for the quality of video. No BS soundtracks and other garbage. Nice job 👍

[@speedman69420]

The s class might be more reliable, more powerful, and might be luxurious but the jag is a jaaaaaaaaaaaag and you can steal anything because you have a jaaaaaaaaaaaag. And its really beautiful and elegant and you look like a man of great taste and culture (I hope everyone understands the grand tour reference.) It really seems like a easy car to work on (edit: thanks for the likes guys! I am not a mechanic and just a car guy who knows a bit but not a lot about cars so when something I say is wrong please correct me and something i forgot to say is that I wanted a merc since I was 9 so I am very biased in favour of mercs.)

[@WaldosWorld]

Hahaha you've summed it up perfectly! 😂

[@williamegler8771]

Why would want a less reliable less powerful and less luxurious vehicle?

[@clevelandmaker386]

​@@WaldosWorlddude...be glad.... you got that for a steal.... Be glad that your dream car isn't 75k... CAUSE UNCLE KEN TOUCHED BETTY LOU WILLIAMSONS BOOB IN THE SUMMER OF 59 AT THE DRIVE IN SO..... NOSTALGIA......WHEEE!!!!!

[@EwacoolThereviewer]

@@williamegler8771 A few points to note: Firstly, any 20 year old luxury car is going to be somewhat unreliable due to their high tech nature, although speaking from 7 years of XJ ownership experience I can say it has actually been pretty good. Since it is all aluminium it doesn't rust. Secondly, the comparable S-Class, the W220, is widely considered the worst S-Class ever made and the interiors were cheap and full of plastic. A little known fact is that Jaguar actually made all the wood veneers for the interiors because MB couldn't figure out how. Thirdly, the most powerful engine in the S-class may be more powerful than the Jag, but because the Jag is all aluminium it weights significantly less meaning that any performance difference is negligible. On top of this, the car handles and performs better due to being around 250kgs lighter than a comparable limo from any other brand apart from maybe the A8 which was also aluminium. As Clarkson put it, "The S-Class may be a comparable limo, but an S-Class won't go or stop anywhere near as well! If you're a keen driver, this is the only big car you can have."

[@tik-tok]

more powerful and more luxurious? wtf

[@PGergely90]

What a beautiful car! It was a pleasure to watch your video fixing it, thank you for sharing it!

[@anuroopvinod]

This is an awesome channel. it have everything we should do after buying a car. as someone who love cars, this channel is a great watch

[@DjJay]

I think the bigger question is Why do you have four sets of golf clubs?

[@danielwitham1791]

For hitting cars that don't reach his standards of course.

[@zerk773]

Thanks for sharing! Great fun watching you fix up these great machines from the comfort of my chair.

[@Vince-dc3nz]

One of the best instructional videos i have ever seen. Great job.❤

[@BerlinUpper]

A pleasure to watch the video! Always the right tools, always good spare parts, no kiddie jokes, impeccable craftsmanship and great filming too.

[@avioncamper]

Great a Waldo video. Wow, you can fix so many things I would never attempt. Nice car, you're correct, the S class is a superior product and properly has a better grain of wood too, lol... Merry Christmas to you two and the fur babies .

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, Merry Christmas to you too!

[@samuelnehil7858]

If you were more consistent, I bet you would be a 1000% more recognized

[@fty-ys4ni]

Maybe doesn’t want to be more recognized

[@bricktop7803]

You do NOT get quality as well as quantity. It is a real step up from the usual junkyard garage stuff. Also he has 300K Subs.....That number is built on quality vids.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

I think he has a regular job outside of KZbin, he has a family too, that's a lot of stuff to juggle in a finite amount of time. 😊

[@ElevenBravo]

This was really great to watch. I used to have a 2006 S-Type VDP and while not an XJR by a long shot, watching this brought back a lot of good memories of my Jag. Thanks Waldo!!

[@valdeck553]

That is the channel that I was looking for for many years. I appreciate your car knowledge and how to put together a very interesting, not boring like many other, video of that sort. Thanks, man!👍🍻

[@alhemmings8554]

This and the X358 models that succeeded it are IMO the best they ever made. Light, classic looks, the AJV8, sumptuous interior. With the Jag-droid infotainment upgrade available now, I'd still love a super V8 as a daily driver. Great video!

[@thegrinch8161]

In all my years doing motorway breakdowns a host of others especially in the middle of the night I’ve I thought I’d seen it all but that was before I watched your video, you young man are a rare breed of people that do a fantastic job. 🙏👍

[@chomper6930]

I had a 2005 Jaguar XJR and rate it as one of the best cars I have ever owned. I modified it a lot. Even before modification it was very fast and handled extremely well. The best mod was installation of an LSD so that made it much quicker off the mark as well as making fast exits from side roads way more stable. One thing that happens with these supercharged engines is the coolers get clogged with oil deposits and are basically ineffective after about 50,000 even with great maintenance so they need cleaning. Not only is it fast but it is also economical. I also travelled between MD and MA regularly at night at speeds sometimes over 100mph and was never stopped by police even tho they saw me. It would easily top 120mph in just a very short time indeed.

[@JeffreyArthur-ff3vv]

I thought I'd skip through a bit of this but ended up watching the whole thing right through, even went back 20 odd seconds a few times to re watch some parts. It was really interesting and enjoyable. Thank you

[@alfredearlydmin4395]

Excellent car knowledge and care. I didn't know the Jag was so easy to do maintenance on. I have no idea how you seem to end up with such good conditioned cars and trucks.

[@maxmadmax5529]

Great 46 minutes Waldo. Amazing work! A brilliant car for good money. I'm glad you like interesting and classic cars.

[@jaebee3313]

Thoroughly enjoy your KZbin content and production. Your are a truly blessed presenter. A complete pleasure watching your projects and presentations, very well done sir!

[@brianjohnston6716]

I enjoyed your commentary and description . We the viewer were included with you all along. Andrew summed things up. Well done. Cheers.

[@albinklein7680]

A good trick to get those Torx bolts out is coarse valve lapping compound. That also works wonders with Philips head screws.

[@fastcoffee9878]

I had a 2001 Vandenplas and my interior honestly looked more plush. Maybe because XJRs are a more sporty model? But that car really turned heads. 24 mpg on the freeway between Phoenix and San Diego in high summer with the a/c. I was a king in that car

[@AndyK.1]

VDP do have a higher quality interior

[@geraldabeyawardena5606]

Grand job! Beautiful car and your technical knowledge and practical ability is impressive. Keep up the good work!

[@patrickmurphy4039]

Probably the best video on Jag.Excellent work very enjoyable...

[@broomad]

Super video Waldo - I love doing a real in depth service on a new car. I was genuinely surprised how easy this one seemed to be to work on.

[@WaldosWorld]

Yeah, it was fairly easy to work on 👍

[@mattnbin]

Well shot, edited and presented production! Real joy to watch. Excellent results!!!!

[@dodgedemon840]

I just watched your video of you answering questions from 2yrs ago,then you had 10k subs,now you have over 315k,that's amazing and showing that your a hard worker, congrats on the insane growth in 2yrs

[@someguy9440]

25:17 - the mother of all crescent wrenches! Nice find - these older Jags are a great value for smiles per mile. I miss the old XJ series cars and had a '96 with the 4L 24v straight six. Bought when it was just a few years old, that was the most beautiful and nicest driving experience of any car I've ever owned. It's difficult to accept that the F Pace is now their best seller. I'm sure it's a good car, but for me it's just not a Jag.

[@thumperjdm]

Started my morning with a new Waldo video! Yay!! If I lived on the east coast, I would absolutely buy a used car from you. Love your attention to detail, and thoroughness. Merry Christmas!

[@jknicknickerson674]

Awesome video Waldo. You have amazing mechanical skills. You make working on a car look easy. Keep posting and I will keep watching.

[@DJ-ic6mu]

Thanks for a great video! Also it makes me appreciate having a local fastener shop that supplies pretty much everything under the sun at low cost, different materials and will sell me a single of whatever with a smile.

[@evoiq3053]

Truly amazing, your experience is great and you do this with passion

[@CNile-se9xw]

This video caught my attention as I've always had a soft spot for Jaguars. My favourite uncle, who was a genius & had his own engineering business, had one. He had 4 daughters, & out of all our families, I was the only boy who was curious about mechanical stuff. I was a tiny kid, so he lifted me up & I was mesmerized by the 6 carbies & all the things that made it tick. It was so long ago, but our time together was special. Thank you for this video. I've checked out a few others & I'm now a subscriber with all notifications enabled. Cheers from a 73-year-old Aussie. 👍🇦🇺👍

[@wernerdanler2742]

You did the kind of stuff on this car I used to do on any cars I ever bought. You have the advantage of a lift, but a floor jack and jack stands work. As long as the drive train is good, it's not hard to maintain a car and make it reliable. Merry Christmas.

[@Silverhand290]

I love your enthusiasm for the best car in the world. Purely my totally unbiased opinion of course. I have always been a Jag fan and I am surprised that they are still so easy to work on, as I have owned several older models. They were always meant to be an enthusiasts car and you were meant to spend a while tinkering and enjoy that just as much as driving it. Hence the awesome toolkit which came with older models but were always kept by the seller. I have owned a few Jags and never seen a second hand one with a toolkit. The newer one you have seemed like you needed a lot of your own tools but was still quite easy to work on. I really enjoyed watching your video. You seem like the right sort of bloke to own a Jag and I am sure you will soon get over your daft idea that a Merc is even in the same league never mind better regardless of cost. And I bet you couldn't do the same sort of jobs on a Merc as you can so easily on your clearly much nicer Jag. All the best mate. From Ja the Welsh Jag enthusiast.

[@ChrisBaccus]

Great video with a lot of helpful how-to examples. I have owned a 2009 XJ8 for 3 years and it's been an excellent car, but like any older car things age especially rubber deteriorates. Keeping up with it is key and they are really easy cars to work on.

[@TonyRule]

Spray a bit of fluid film on the bearing spigot face (after giving it a spruce up with a wire brush if it's an existing bearing) to prevent rust jacking the top hat rotor.

[@Davidjeng049]

Thanks for the great detail you go into to repair your cars, always a good watch.👍

[@cmaximus7627]

Such a satisfying video! It is certainly so nice to have all the toys (tools) to make your job sooo much easier.

[@apricotfifty993]

I had one of these back in 2007 same colour, same wheels, different interior colour. I bought it almost new as a former demonstrator with just 2k on the clock. In the 6 months I owned it, it spent more time in the garage than my previous BMW has done in 6 years! That said, it was a stunningly good car to both look at and drive. This amazingly well shot and explained video has given me a great insight into what the mechanics might have been up to every time it went in after the dreaded check engine light came on. Many thanks!

[@bradbiesecker162]

I really like the thoroughness with which you do your repairs

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Watching you repair this Jaguar was euphoric. I love these old Jaguars. You are correct about those v8 engines. Very good and they make great power!

[@speedracerjeff]

😂 not when compared to the Germans of the same generation… 500hp vs Jaguar’s measly 390hp…

[@WarriorsPhoto]

@@speedracerjeff You like playing comparison games? 😂 🤣 🤪

[@speedracerjeff]

@@WarriorsPhoto lol I actually love the XJR and S Type R styling and interiors but wish they kept up with the Germans when it came to HP.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

@@speedracerjeff 400 HP is perfect street power. It’ll get you to 65-70 MPH. 😉 😜

[@speedracerjeff]

@@WarriorsPhoto I suppose you’re right, and there’s always someone faster out there anyways lol

[@poppydopolous5165]

Hi Waldo. Please post some more videos. It’s good and informative to see you working

[@tracytalbott9259]

I'm a retired diesel tech and for some reason people think that air ride is better but is it. On cars there isn't any. He didn't know that the suspense was upgraded to a sping and stut set up. Goes to show you can't tell the difference. The main reason big trucks use air suspension is for wait for it weight savings,yes a airbag weights alot less than a spring. Now with a well designed sold sping suspension you can't tell the difference on a loaded truck but unloaded anyone will see the difference but a car never changes weight enough to chage ride feel. If you can't feel the difference you can't feel the difference.

[@RoadhogRNA]

Outstanding Job. Love the Jag. Merry Christmas to You Sir.

[@hordesoflocust]

Great "down to earth" vid, no attitude, very personable, and the absolute best part is the golf club test. Your delivery leads to no skipping and watching the entire video from start to finish - and being from Ontario do appreciate the salt commentary

[@xtubalnet]

Excellent video. Your engineering knowledge really pays off.

[@johncook3817]

Great video!! As a jag nut i found this very informative. Thanks. Happy New year to you 🎉

[@artieb997]

Finally a long video from Waldo! Should do more like this and more frequent please. 😇

[@RyanRoadReaper]

Man, do I love these old Jags. I've got a 2002 4.0 S-Type and the only major problems I've had are the coils and plugs.

[@tepidtuna7450]

I had a 2000 4.0L S-Type and I can attest it was totally reliable. Coil packs were done when I picked it up.

[@Blueknight1960]

I had a 1990 Jaguar xj-s v-12. While the car was a dream to drive, it needed an engine rebuild. Well it never got done because it cost around $15,000 and this was almost 20 years ago. These types of luxury cars are nice when new, the cost of repair once the warranty runs out is outrageous and this is one of the reasons they are cheap to buy used.

[@olivier-pierredebelmont.3630]

I just,for personal reasons,subscribed! And also,because as a mechanic,I appreciate how you deal with this car. Jaguar is my favorite brand for limousines.

[@Gerisheng]

Great job, what an excellent video. I was sucked in as soon as you started working. I love your pragmatic approach and willingness to just get on with what needs done. I would buy a car from you in a heartbeat.

[@zacharidumas4405]

This man's connection to these european car is now influencing his speech 🤣

[@24bellers20]

I’ve subscribed because it’s one of the best car channels I’ve come across. Excellent quality.

[@rickmyerscough7788]

You do a great job going through all the details... I love your spirit of wanting to do it right with quality parts... This was my first time watching you.... and I have subscribed. If only you lived in the Atlanta area... I have a 2002 S500 and I love the ride and how quiet it is as well. Blessings

[@GoWstingray]

Great video really appreciate the long format and the work you need to put into it, subbed! I've had a few cars with brembo or alloy 4 pot calipers, if there's resistance when removing or installing the pad in the caliper, check if there are stainless steel guides for the pad, if so the alloy can corrode underneath push the guides out onto the pad causing breaking issues and uneven wear. To be honest, even with no guides the caliper body tends to get galvanic corrosion as the paint disappears from mating surfaces of the pad and cause the same issues, just had that on my 2018 Alfa Romeo with brembos fitted, bits of a pain.

[@gutierrezc8709]

Bro, I'm glad I ran into your channel. I love watching how you just do everything. You definitely inspire me to try to fix more on my own. I don't own a jaguar, but I watched the whole thing. It's always good to know how to do things.

[@zadekeys2194]

Same here. I'm more interested in learning to repair (properly) in order to flip, with a AA cert pass. I'm in my late 30's and never really been interested in cards in general, but the technical repair side of a vehicle has really caught my attention, both mechanically and electronically.

[@mcleanva2]

Incredibly well done video...wish they were all like this. Kudos!

[@requiemforaflower]

Damn that is a great video. Funny (laughed at the special crimp tool) and the quality, explanations and advice is top notch. So good.