I BOUGHT A VERY CHEAP JAGUAR S-TYPE

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[@bitsbobs5509]

I worked at Jag when this car was engineered. I designed the original bonnet, hinges etc. At the time Jag was owned by Ford and urgently needed a new model to bring in revenue. We based it on the Dew98/Lincoln platform that was supposedly almost finished by the Ford team in the US but our small team of body design engineers turned this car around in record time and had it finished well before the Ford model. Needless to say Ford US management had searching questions to ask how their much bigger design team with much bigger salaries could not deliver their car on time as we had. Incidentally their car flopped and was withdrawn quite quickly. Check the body structural frame behind the wheel arch liners and you’ll find the Ford Oval logo stamped in key panels.

[@claudiushempstead9893]

Good content as always. More than can be said for many.

[@jooana4617]

After owning a 3L V6 S-Type for a few years, I craved for this V8, finally bought it and loved it to bits. Drove it all over Europe and enjoyed the emotions of 155+ miles/hour in Germany. But, after 5 happy years, an idiot hit me from behind so hard that it was an instant write off. And it happened just after clocking 100k miles and passing the MOT with no advisories. Sad moment in life. Even if owning a faster car right now, which I also love, I still miss my gracious S-Type…

[@kevinhabener1279]

I had the same thing happen to me, too, after almost 9 happy years of owning a 2012 Ford Mustang, driver's side t-boned when the idiot who hit me me failed to stop or even slow down for a red light, instant total loss.

[@forresg500]

Is 3.0 v6 petrol general reliable?

[@jooana4617]

@@forresg500 Yes, it’s very good. I had no problems at all.

[@Ian-bq7gp]

You cant believe the motoring magazines. They dont do long term high mileage reviews. I think jag have had some undeserved bad piublicity but bmw and audi for example are the true moneypits but you need to find out the later sorted years of each model and avoid certain ones like the plague. The xf seems really good and very under rated and are a great secondhand buy as they are far cheaper and some are with the better engines and transmissions.

[@nicholasdavis657]

Love these S types. Great cars. I have an XK with the same 4.2 V8 and it makes me smile every time I start it up. Been very reliable too over the 3 years I've had it. We have to enjoy these V8's while we still can!

[@MattCSLnut]

Totally agree 👍🏼 few weeks ago I bought a one owner from new 2009 XF with the same 4.2 V8 and I love it 💪🏼😎👍🏼

[@sakitavidurupola7504]

£750?! About the price of my last service

[@teesman61]

Would love to know how he got it at that price. Some tips would be helpful.

[@gerryr1893]

@@teesman61 bought a mint 07 plate s type 2.7 twin turbo diesel today for £900

[@SourGrey]

@@gerryr1893 what!

[@Theoriginalbigbrillo]

Matt owned loads of these old s_types , quick tip budd, with respect to the remote fob not operating the central locking, if after swapping the battery its still not functional, simply open the fob, on the motherboard you will see a raised brass like holder that presses against the battery, this sometimes flattens out over time and thus the connection formed by the finger press on the fob fails!! Simply raise this holder with a flat head screwdriver and save yourself a potential expensive visit to the auto electrician 👍👍 Regards Paul

[@Sickiey]

The Fobs are a mare,, they never work well

[@TheRobynhud]

Thanks for the tip.

[@nicholaswatson3896]

I suspect they used Fords remote locking module, which were prone to losing their memory. I had a number of Mk2 Mondeo's and the remote locking stopped working at some point on all of them. You had to turn the ignition from p1 to p2 and back three times, or until the alarm light went solid red. Remove the key, press lock then unlock and hey presto, it would work again.

[@samfallow18]

Love my 2002 V8 SE. Didn't want a 'R' because I need the comfort. At 80mph cruising it gives 30mpg and averages 21. Any petrol head needs a V8 in their life at some point.

[@Aspen51]

Sorry mate.... from personal experience there is no such thing as a "cheap" Jag..... Someone, somewhere gonna pay!

[@alchapman1052]

Found that out with my X type!!

[@petrjambor2977]

true :)

[@GRfourfun]

Always liked the R version of this. Can’t believe you only paid £750! Billy bargain for all that Jaaaaaag!

[@adrianduffen600]

That could be one of the S Types I worked on in Trim and Final Assy, before I moved to BIW CMM. I used to fit the CD auto changer assy in the boot! I would love to own an S Type as that was the car that got me my job at Jag!

[@dg115]

I paid £150 for a 2001 s type with the 2.5 v6 with 1 months MOT left. I enjoyed it for the time I had it. Very comfortable cruiser and I like the way it looks. It had a leaking sump and corrosion underneath. So I traded it in for a Saab 93 after a month and got £150 for it. So nothing gained but nothing lost.

[@CS-oo6hs]

I wasn’t a big fan of these when I was younger, but in the last 6 years or so my tastes have changed, and now that I’m at the grand old age of 19, I love cars like this, the W203 C-Class/W211 E-Class, and the older Lexuses. I’m often told that I’m old before my time, but I genuinely would rather have an ‘old mans’ luxury car like this with cream leather and wood trim than an AMG-Line A Class. Glad to see I’m not the only one.

[@99ron30]

You just have good taste, recognise good value and want to be an individual. Drive what YOU want.

[@joshbrailsford]

The first time I ever remember being stunned by a car was seeing one of these for the first time. I was 7 years old when they launched, and I spent my pocket money on a big Diecast model of one. Fast forward to 2021, and a lady round the corner from me just bought an immaculate '03 V6 in the same colour as the model I used to have. It still turns my head every time I see it. I think I need one of my own.

[@andref8246]

You won't regret it. I used to read about them in car mags when i was in my teens and forgot about them for about 15 years until one in British racing green popped up on an auction site. It's on my driveway now and is the best car purchase i ever made.

[@valentinocule4691]

Me too back in 2012 when i was 11 yr old boy , and i was stunned by 01 S type 4.0 V8 Sound , look 😍😍😍

[@jameshiggins8329]

I bought my S Type new in 2003 for 25K. Spent 3K on extended warranty, 3K on repairs and 500 on fixing rust on a wheel arch. Traded it in 14 years later with 90K miles covered for 500. 31K plus service costs and petrol for 14 years driving an upmarket car. Only traded it in as rust on wheel arch camd back and the auti gearbox played up when cold in winter ( loss of power for 1sec when pulling away, followed by thump similar to letting clutch fly up on manual) which Jag could not fix. Loved it. Got a XE 300ps new to replace it, new 48K and hope to get another 14 years out of it. By then we won't be allowed to buy petrol cars and I will be 75 so will get a mobility scooter and piss off Tesla drivers by driving up the main road at 3mph wearing a trilby and a grumpy old bar steward face. Heck if me and the wife travel side by side we can even hold up cyclists on country roads......REVENGE!!

[@paulniggel]

Go for it you will not be sorry I smile & say hello babe every time I open my garage door!!

[@alberteisenmann1023]

@@jameshiggins8329 It's a shame that these crazy climate fascists try to forbid us everything.

[@mariopizzamanmario8563]

I have one of these Jags. There is only 1 problem with it: I do not know what to replace it with. I've considered the X350, but they're pricey and there can be lots more wrong with them. Also, mine has 125k km (that's 78k miles) on the clock, and is in great condition... maybe a XK... but I think in 10 years I'll still have it. Simply can't beat it for the price.

[@paulniggel]

GGGREAT! car I have had mine for 8 yrs. bought from the original owner a famous opera singer from weybridge in surrey have been to spain & france several times never missed a beat & hardly spent on parts just services tyres etc & still drives like new 117000 mls. I paid £800 a bargain? I think so

[@kevinhabener1279]

Yeah, those engines are pretty bullet proof. The 3.0 V6 is pretty well proven from what I've seen, as it's been used on many cars as well as the base S-Type. The 4.0/4.2 V8 was actually designed by Jaguar, but Ford owned the plant where it was designed at. I'm super impressed by the reliability from a high percentage of them. I have a 2004 XJ8. Love the car. But now I'm seriously considering selling it and getting an XJR of the same year. In the States, where I live, I'm thinking the Supercharged version, the R, may be more sought after on a collector market.

[@grayfool]

Nice Jaaaag, and a bargain. Always go for the V8 version of anything if you can.

[@nekite1]

I think they are really nice cars - if you can get one that's not rusty. Definitely bargain buys if you get a good one.

[@matthewmt9148]

most of them RUSty... what's really terrible thing...

[@wesleyselkridge2197]

Big if though isn't it

[@nekite1]

@@wesleyselkridge2197 Very true.

[@sicilyny5375]

Lucky me...in the USA ..North Carolina..and found a 2000 S-Type 3.0..wasn't even searching! It has 110,000mi..in great shape and $3000 us dollars. I am now worried. Should anything go wrong mechanically, I can't fix it..too expensive thanks to COVID..no money for much. The outside mirrors..don't work..must do manually, Windshield fluid...not working..filled, checked, cleaned little nozzle on hood..nothing! Electrical, wiring, motor...or fuse? Trying fuse tomorrow. Clunky sound in front..after stopping when I start to go...what is it? Bearings, ball joints, control arm, springs, needs oil...now I'm petrified..what have I done? No garage, and these babies need a garage..but no snow or super cold weather here. Down South .mostly rain..humidity(98%) and temps regularly 95...even thru fall. Should I return it to seller n beg for my money? Sell it myself immediately? Keep it, pray, and make alter sacrifices to the engine and car Gods? I think I'm in deep s---, no service records, but Vin is all ok..no issues, 3 owners..3 states. This Jags has been around...if only he could speak.

[@matthewmt9148]

@@sicilyny5375 check if it's not rusty...

[@johnchristman4868]

Some people watch funny animal videos to relax. I watch this guy. There is something about his driving, narration and leisurely pace that gives me enough to focus on but not enough to stay stressed. It helps that I'm interested in cars, particularly in ones that are unavailable or uncommon in the USA. So just saying (Matt?) that you might make a good therapist!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you! That’s good feedback. All the best 😉

[@davidplummer293]

​@@HighPeakAutos matt your brilliant at doing videos keep it up I'm subscribed and hooked.. you deserve every single pound you make and subscriber you get

[@HighPeakAutos]

@@davidplummer293 thanks for watching

[@rabit818]

A handsome looking jag well. Classic looks. Perhaps Ford did something good for the S type, reliability perhaps?

[@tomohawk5567]

Hi Matt, what was that air freshener you mentioned? I couldn't quite make it out on the video. Great video thanks for sharing 👍

[@bassbaboon6589]

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[@tomohawk5567]

@@bassbaboon6589 thank you 👍

[@8G00SE8]

BMWs are for those people who are in staggering amounts of debt rushing to work to finance their lifestyle, V8 Jags are for those older people who are driving to the golf club because they have no debt, no boss and no appointments to keep.

[@peterturner5618]

My first car back in 1966 was a '59' Mark II. I loved it but had to sell it when I went into the service. Fast forward fifty years on my 70th birthday, I brought a 2007 S-Type 3.0 with a BRG exterior and biscuit interior. Now five years later, I still love it. The car is bulletproof, the most reliable, most fun car I've ever owned. She still turns heads and gets lots of compliments.

[@royfearn4345]

I second that. I love my metallic burgundy 3.0S

[@TheRobynhud]

3rd that ,terrific cars.

[@juriewessels1984]

I bought an exact similar one 3 months ago! Absolutely love it. Best value for money I’ve ever come across in the 30 cars I’ve owned.

[@lamajmalisha]

This is one of the down to earth and genuine KZbinrz i know , thanks for the content

[@simonnorcliffe5877]

I used to own a S type, absolutely 💯 gorgeous

[@RMILLSMMA]

Man I love this channel...watch video... finish video... open Autotrader and start window shopping. 🤣

[@keilamking]

hahahhaha same

[@Zerofightervi]

Based on a Lincoln LS. I went to the NEC motor show when the S-Type was launched. There was a huge Jaguar 'leaper' that disappeared into the show stand & then a shiny new S-Type came on in it's place. Very impressive. These cars are very cheap but parts are still very Jag, £900 for a rear sub frame 🥺

[@briandoan3837]

In October 2020, I dragged my son up to Santa Cruz to look at a 2003 S-Type Base (V6) it was $2,000. Well, my son was originally thinking about a small truck, but he really liked the look and sound of the Jag. We've put in another $2k for repairs (brakes, tires and ZF servicing) he really likes it and gets "thumbs up" from Jag F Type owners. He's 17, and last weekend a lady in San Luis Obispo, CA claimed he was stealing the car....lol

[@carfanfan]

I love it when you do the Jags. Well, I'm biased, but still they're awesome cars. The XFR in particular is my fave and I have one. Best car I ever had 😉

[@wildbillharding]

I like Matt. It's his fault I bought an XK-R after he drove the white one a while back. I have the feeling he wouldn't rip off his customers. To say that's rare is an understatement! I bought my XK-R from a large Yorkshire dealership and three days later the owner's wife "invited" me to provide a 5 star review! I'd hardly had time to sit in it yet. I went on live chat a while back and she panicked when I asked why genuine reviews are not allowed. She has yet to justify the practice. The car's OK but I won't be back.

[@daviddenley3512]

That Jag looks brill, you've made me start wondering about good old V8's now mind...

[@68tonyn]

The X Type is another much maligned Jag which is an excellent car and in diesel form properly maintained can do intergalactic mileages

[@John_Wood_]

rust kills most of them

[@spainter1985]

That looks bloody lovely to smoke around in for £750!

[@BibtheBoulder]

A real wolf in sheep's clothing, and because they are so un-German like their shape will not date as it's already dated! Good ones are starting to creep up in price so if you fancy one, get in there quick...

[@TheFergie121]

Unbelievable you can buy a a car,(an iconic Jag),of this quality and specifications for a couple of weeks average pay. Fill your boots folks, this ain't gonna last long

[@leeallen7491]

No.......do not spoil that car by putting a leaper on the Bonnet ..yes replace the grill....get it mot'd then contact me with a price

[@gmmooseblaster]

Would love to see the Jag brought up to near mint condition (without spending a fortune). How about a "Wheeler Dealer" type video in the workshop showing how to do it?

[@williampabon6432]

That be awesome I have a 2001 and working on it.

[@stevec6427]

Look up Swallows Jaguar on facebook. They've modernised and restyled an S Type R. Their work is quite well documented

[@hamhamhamhamify]

Surfshark are supposed to have a 30 day no- quibble return policy. Their product wasn't compatible with my operating system and they have refused to return my money. Way past the 30 days now. Avoid at all costs!

[@ojmacek]

I have a 2002 S-Type (post interior facelift) its a fully loaded 3.0 V6 5speed manual with the touchscreen and everyting. My mom had it for 8 years until a year ago she bought a 2012 C Class to replace it. Its now in the garage waiting for me to get a license (im almost 17 so 1 more year) and apart from the dodgy headliner above the rear passenger seat its all sound, garaged its whole life and never driven in the winter. Cant wait to legally drive the thing :)

[@peterowen4456]

It looks immaculate for its age. You are dead right about the obsession with mpg - a condition I suffer from - but it's illogical unless you do a huge mileage. People will happily lash out £299 per month on a PCP but get all twitchy if a car doesn't do 40 mpg. Hope you keep the car original - it's a beauty.

[@lordcharfield4529]

Exactly! My son in law to be traded in his car to take out a £350 per month - his reason “to save on fuel”. What a load of b/s! As you say, “illogical”

[@MattCSLnut]

Very nice Matt 👌🏼 especially being a V8 and at that low price 👏🏼 I’ve always kind of liked the S types retro MK2 styling despite the overwhelming , stereo typical “Old Man” criticism it initially received but I’ve never been brave enough to actually buy one 😬 however ... just over three weeks ago I purchased its successor, a one owner from new 2009 MY XF with the same 4.2 V8 😎 also quite rare in its own right as it’s from the “Diesel is God “ era. This is my very first Jag and I absolutely LOVE it 💪🏼😎👍🏼 Great vid as always 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Please keep them coming.

[@stevec6427]

I think the 4.2 XF was only sold with the 4.2 for a year before it was replaced with the 5.0 engine. The 5.0 wasn't sold in the UK except for as a special order or as the monster XFR

[@nervo6321]

Was certainly a bargain bucket gem... I toyed with the idea of buying an S Class a few years ago but my wife stopped me saying " they are an old mans car " i still like em though and i am no spring chicken now either.😁

[@ColonelBobfed]

Yes! God damn the V8 sounds great but having had my V6 for a year now I'm very glad I've got all the extra room in the engine bay. Hands-down these S-Types gotta be among the best project cars in the UK, especially with the Jag parts network.

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Sadly from 2030 on all combustion cars including classics will be banned from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by reducing petrol stations to only one state operated central gas station per city. From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027 on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any more....:-((((

[@HighPeakAutos]

I think that’s just the sale of petrol & diesel cars being stopped by 2030 rather than existing ones being banned altogether

[@buhrrito]

Dude I just bought an 03' 3.0. I love that thing already. Such a smooth ride. The interior is spotless. and definitely an at home feeling. Love it.

[@WalterKoren]

Incredible. Best car for the money. I Paid 5K for my 1997 XK8. I loved the car. Very good presentation.

[@99ron30]

Everytime I see a tidy S-Type (or XJ, XK or even X-Type) I always fancy one. They are very cheap, but almost have as much of a regal British look as a Bentley. Pretty solid running gear and the paint and leather usually looks in great condition. There's afew Ford parts and switches but that happens even in Astons and Lambos with VW. Instead I took the safe option and got an E90 320d but that's like a dentists waiting room, where as Jags of old are like hunting clubs on wheels. The first XF incidently uses much of the S-Type platform but in a more sterile package. The retro oldy worldy British Empire looks might not have been in vogue in the early 2000s but now I think most of us like the fact that it offers something different, cosy and interesting.

[@jamesyoung5194]

Think you may have a bargain. If not too far gone underneath get it blasted and undersealed. V8 will become sought after, V8 R supercharged even more so. Check out the coolant hoses as the one thing that will wreck these otherwise unbreakable units is an overheat. Also good you have the 4.2 and not the older 4.0 which can have liner issues. Looking forwards to the next episode - older jags are getting scarce and good ones are holding values well - be interesting to see how this one pans out. Personally I’d be finding reasons to keep it for a while !

[@stigmoltu-jacobsen]

I love this video! The best car I’ve ever owned is my present Spanish-registered, totally rust free 2005 Executive 2.7D with Hi-Lux interior, sunroof etc. I’ve owned it for almost 11 years and won’t ever part with it! These cars are grossly undervalued and really a steal if you can find a well kept one. Thanks for finally presenting one of my favourite cars 😎!

[@jgtemperton]

Well Matt, I pulled the plug today. I bought a 13 reg XF 3.0 Diesel S Portfolio with 60k on the clock. What a thing. Dark (imperial) blue, with contrasting ivory white leather and piano black accent, 20" alloys. It is immaculate and so clean with full Jaguar main dealer servicing. Whoever owned this, loved it and I intend to do the same. I have your review to thank for this. Cheers!

[@gavinb7761]

Great car you’ve got there mate 👍🏻

[@williammorris1384]

Seconded !!enjoy ! 👍

[@richardhunt6726]

I love Jags my dad had a XJS in the 80s used to go to Jag shows on Sundays which was a pain in the arse when your 14 much better things too do ....I remember being in the XJS with my mum driving we stopped at a set of lights and a young guy came next too us in a XR3I which in 1985 was the dogs bollocks he thought he would have the XJS for breakfast.... the lights changed my mum put her foot down in the 5.2 Jag I swear the XR3I is still sat at the lights to this day wondering WTF

[@Hattonbank]

Good for your Mom. It's a great feeling of satisfaction when you o that in a sedate looking car and stick it to those young hoods in their so called hot cars.

[@jbraddockm]

While everyone I know bought Fiesta or Jazz for their first car with a learner driving license, I bought a facelift 2004 2.7D S type with 53K miles on it. I learned how to drive in this car and am in fact still driving it. Unfortunately, I have to sell it due to ULEZ and am in the process of buying an 2010 XF Petrol. If it wasn’t for ULEZ, I would drive that car until it dies. Such a nice car. 😎

[@burtuppercut]

Just bought one of your reassuringly expensive t-shirts. Worth it for all the videos I've enjoyed.

[@geraldselvey7687]

My daughter has an 's' type 3 litre V6 . We are in Perth Western Australia where big old V6 or V8 engine are the normal and hold value better than hatchbacks. She paid $5000 which I understand is quite a bargain as they regularly go for twice that. I drive it and although it is not as powerful as a Holden or Falcon it still is very nice and handles very well

[@davidpeters6536]

2002 was a change over year for the S-Type. You have (like many STRs) a Mk1 body with a Mk2 interior. You got the 4.2 anyway as the 4ltrs came with a 5 speed box.. I had a green Mk1 V6 '02 just like that with the dodgy front suspension too. I chopped that in for a Black ex-Jag managers V8 Sport (with all boxes ticked) that I loved like a new, new wife and actually shed tears when I sold it. I still miss it now.

[@johnennis4586]

750 quid call the police you robbed it

[@d.c.Jones70]

What a touch I’ve always liked these and 🤞nothing to bad on the MOT. I would as you say maybe change the grill and possibly rather than Refurb the alloys look on Ebay for a later set of Jag alloys they could really lift the car.

[@99solutionsit10]

Many, many years ago, in northern England saw a gentleman changing his street shoes to some other, cleaner, when entering his S-Type. I was impressed by his atitude. 'Till the day, I never noticed somebody else doing the same, even the car was way more expensive.

[@philipbrit13]

That’s is very good shape. Don’t like the new models - no where near as lavish - I have to say it - I have seen more wood in a lap dance club - than in the XF

[@zsb707]

The amount of wood in the XF (X250) is just spot on. Plus, it matches perfectly with the leather and the aluminium trim.

[@wolfgangezeh2221]

The analogy of Piers Morgan is classic Matt! You do have a repertoire of classic jabs.

[@grumpyoldgit8254]

Bought one myself 2 yrs ago £2000 40,000 miles, it was an itch i had to scratch, ended up keeping it, love the V8. changed all the fluids including gbox and sump pan, been fine, except the infamous bootleak from the o/s rear light, sealed that, and thats it no bother since.

[@emlynjay8633]

In the encroaching fuel-conscious, electro age , an exquisite 'blast from the past'. We'll not see the like for much longer 😭

[@ryanlilley1550]

Brilliant video. I love the s type I've had 2 there a lot of car for next to no money. Both of mine was reliable and surprisingly wasn't bad on fuel at all. I found parts was reasonably as well I would have another in a heartbeat

[@thatsbod1041]

Aren't peas brilliant.... Sorry fella just had to 😂. S type R for me 👍🏻

[@kw6766]

i own one with low miles and rust free , great car to cruise around in and more than enough power for the motorway trips , still gets looks from passers by ,

[@sevesellors2831]

Love this car along with the XJ, the current range apart from the XK just don’t look like Jags more Lexus.

[@Pietervdv]

"Woodier than termite's droppings". I'm going to save that quote in a box and set it free when my Rover P5B coupe is ready from restoration.

[@doyle201206]

It’s the road tax that makes this age of car worthless, which is a shame for future classics.

[@topstriker3068]

Love my s type 2.7 d sport v6 couldn’t think of selling it

[@paulniggel]

Just returned from holiday in spain once more 26 nov, absolutely fab drive have just give the old girl oil service including autobox & pan filter cant wait for next

[@Pat14922]

Vid is good. Thanks. As usual , I want to buy it, like every car you review! Small point - sound has gone funny on last couple of videos i.e. the road / car engine noise has increase from a background low level hum to about 75% of your speaking voice, so a bit distracting. Could be the car, or my age, but never noticed it before. Jag , warrrrr

[@richarddyasonihc]

The wood steering wheel and the ‘Randle handle’ automatic shift are a feature of that er, I rather miss these with the VJ351. Didn’t you once say that these cars were Jag badged Mondeos?

[@paulsz6194]

I think he was referring to the X type...

[@QOSQualityofSpeed]

Wow that's cheap. That's about how much it would cost in the United States. I currently live in Russia I'm an American but I'm living in Russia. Here a price for a Jaguar like that would be about ten thousand USD. Very sweet Jaguar though I'm glad you have it

[@magicmaizie2015]

I've just bought a 2.7d MANUAL the exact same spec as the one clarkson drove around the nurburgring 20 years ago when this car came out, myself and a couple of friends said £700 (which turned out to be a bargain as it's a really nice car) and we're going to drive it to Germany and try to beat clarksons time, just for a laugh and if we crash it or it breaks down we can simply leave it there and fly home. Altho tbh I hope it makes it back as I'm really enjoying driving it and my family absolutely love it.

[@MGMan-ce7sf]

You do a pretty good American there, man. But whether "JAG-WAHR" or "JAG-YOU-WER", it's still a beautiful car regardless of what those sods on Top Gear thought of it back in the day.

[@warfam_clan6933]

I love Jaguar as a company and I am currently on my 2nd S-Type. For me, sitting behind the wheel is just so special. I love the looks and the smooth ride but most of all, I love the way it makes me feel British ( I am British by the way ) and the fact that they are not so common on the road anymore. Mine is the 3.0 sport 2003 in Seafrost Pearl with Tan interior. It is mint in every way and I feel proud to drive it around my neighborhood. I am going to purchase the XKR 4.2 Supercharged next year as I also love that car as well.

[@TheRobynhud]

Agree, brilliant.

[@Globetrotter-1]

I've always loved the S-Type, especially the 4.0L and the updated 4.2L V8 versions. Just of note, the front driver side wing panel looks slightly darker than the door...possibly a respray or new panel, or maybe just the change of light in the video.

[@5ebra1]

Cannot believe you got that car for £750. Bargain. I look forward to seeing what it costs to pass the MOT and how much you get for it.

[@dannyhelderdenkende6647]

I got 2000 4.0 v8 Its ugly interior,simple....cheap. BUT....i love to drive in it. I Did few thousand euro's for maintance. I have it 4 years now....never problems. Great car

[@AUCHTERMUCHTYZZ]

Woodier than Termite droppings! 😂😂😂

[@megapangolin1093]

What a cracking car, and a great deal. That really is a day to day supercar, 300bhp is enough for anyone in the UK. Great review. Thank you. I dare you to test a Nissan Leaf next...

[@izzirosenberg9339]

Thought that last bit of how 900 turned into 6k would lead into an intro on the academy....

[@mafianavincent300]

“Well done mate”. I live in Nigeria (& I’m from Nigeria) & I absolutely love all Ur car videos). Beautiful presentation, nice humor as it really reflects “you” and lovely cars U pick and present. I need not say 2 much. I just want you to know that if I ever come 2 d Uk, I hope 2 meet U in person and express my gratitude for your effort on making car videos on KZbin educational / informative , relaxed & fun 2 watch. By d way I LOVE d JAGUAR S-TYPE V8. In Nigeria, you wud b considered as bng “VERY” old fashioned 4 buying dis car, buh only d brave car enthusiasts will really know wot U wud’ve done. So thanks once again and as you often say yourself “I’ll c U around”. 😁

[@nicholasbabeaux2052]

I love the S type, I always have, even before I had an X type, then an XJ, then an XF, I think they look great especially the facelift models, especially when they have the xenon‘s and especially the Type R’s. They get so much hate but they are very comfortable, they are reliable and the parts are cheap. That one right there you got a steal, that thing is so clean, looks like it has every option except a sunroof and adaptive cruise control, but I know that a lot of cars don’t come with sunroofs in the UK, when I’m pretty sure it was standard in the United States💯👌🙏

[@davidhay9699]

Matt u love a gearbox service bro… But I agree it totally extents the life of the gearbox…

[@MrRicardo11]

Yes lovely big Jag. And for nothing really at this money. They always need money spent on them at MOT but you already know that. Watching your video it certainly seems to run very well. A nice big lump of a smoker.

[@musoseven8218]

Another great video ✌️👍😊 I've always liked the S Type. Is the S Type (head decision) a better bet with Ford parts (apart from the rust - but not as rusty as an X Type 🤔😇) than an aluminium XJ6 (heart decision)🤔 a later model of course so as to avoid Nikasil issues?

[@Emrestill]

Buy this car android multimedia kit drive forever.. Great car.. İ bought first stype 3.0 sell buy xf 3.0 sell buy stype 4.2 ..

[@Millmiglia001]

I know EXACTLY how you feel - i have an XF and i feel great EVERYTIME i drive it. Also,it's a JAAAAAAAAAAG .

[@jamesgibb9737]

What was the product you mentioned that killed the smell? Such a bargain!!!

[@summitdetailing6697]

Glad my Airvidox recommendation in the LS video worked Matt! Nothing major to worry about on the MOT front by the looks of it, please get rid of the silly mesh grille asap! Cheers, Chris

[@stigmoltu-jacobsen]

I love the S-Type, have owned one myself for 12 years. I also love your videos, but can you please make your product presentations (Surfshark etc) shorter, MUCH shorter? Thanks!

[@tepidtuna7450]

We had a 2000 S-Type 4.0L V8 for 7 years. Mods: that grill is like the S-Type R model. Maybe get an OEM grill but the original slated grill is rather dull. You can also get a lower grill for the "mouth". We removed the round badge on the bonnet and replaced it with a Leaper, looked great. Replaced the cheap looking exhaust tips with a subtle but quality design. We removed the side protector strips that aren't present on your model. Apart from that a decent quality of window tint without being too dark. It didn't need much else. Great car, but had a lack of torque. Smooth though. 5 speed Ford transmission was good but ultimately wore out after 13 years of use due the alloy valve body recesses. Found out after trading it that they are used in Lincolns which suffer the same problem. Brass inserts solve the problem. I always wanted the 4.2L with the ZF 6 speed which you have. The traction control system on the 4.0L was a death trap. Once trigger it killed all power for a 3-5 seconds. We had a couple of close calls. Would have been nice to sort that out.

[@raysteel1309]

I bought an SR (V8 Supercharged) way back in 2003 - I still have it, though I don't drive it much now that I work at home. It's only done 150,000 miles. I live in California so there's no rust and the condition is excellent both inside and out. The wife thinks I should get rid of it and get something electric instead. But trade-in value is only about $2500-$3000 US. I still love it so much - so it might come down to who I love more - the wife or the Jag!

[@nielskjr5432]

Congratulations! Incredibly good price. It was Ford ownership back then. Technically it's a Lincoln LS.

[@brianmorecombe2726]

750 quid for that v8 Jag wow.100 thousand miles but its still a bargain.I bought for the equivalent price in 1984 a 1.3 litre 1972 rusty Ford Escort.I paid £200 with 12 months mot but you couldnt get a Jag for that price.That escort needed bodywork repairs and soon started to smoke.Conditionwise that Escort i got is nothing like that Jag he`s driving despite the mileage

[@tomlaw3723]

hey mate just some constructive critisism but your voice is quite quiet so i have a hard time to hear sometimes but other than that love the vids

[@carlplz00001]

Check the volume on your device. Here his voice sounds alright, not the best as a soprano, but ok. (Chill Matt, I defend you 😆).

[@happyhermit2022]

My experience of S Type A/c is usually condenser failure. It rots out as it is ahead of the radiator. Rather like its half brother the Mondeo. Great review thank you

[@viduransivakumar3192]

I like that V8 rumble but it would sound so much better if it had a supercharger whine accompanying it 😍

[@dianeboyer1881]

Still have the 2003 s-type jag. Kept going into limp mode. So sad. Just a beautiful car. Still beautiful. It took a serious crap. My husband is excellent with cars and this drove him crazy. The book value is way low now. He tried everything he knew. It was dangerous to drive on the highway. Went into limp mode for whatever reason. Afraid to drive it any distance. So, it sits at his work place. All these years have passed and still battling over what to do? I talked to soooo many people about this issue. Could be a hundred different things. I do not know. My grandmother used to say, ‘what is a good looking dish with nothing in it?’