Jaguar F-Type R Ownership Summary BUY ONE

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

What should we replace it with?

[@92barretto]

How about another Jaguar, the predecessor to the f-type the XKR 2010 or 2012-2014 have the same great engine, better GT more like an Aston Martin without the crazy up keep costs (also plenty of ford parts)

[@moinsanityworkout2406]

Thanks man! hope you find your next ride soon......

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

That would be cool. XK-RS is one of my dream cars

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Very soon hopefully

[@frank8040]

How about a fun convertible for the summer? Couple for suggestions 1) 2019-20 Miata 2) 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Abarth 3) 2017-2021 370z all with manuals?

[@rlstrad2059]

I valued your inputs on the Jag to validate my search for an R. Went with a 16 Coupe and it is without question the best machine I’ve owned....and the list is long and performance-based. I simply love this car. Unique, fast, beautiful, well engineered, comfortable, and romantic all at once.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Yes!!!

[@moinsanityworkout2406]

End up getting a 2017 v6 premium certified with 23000 with many options packages at a great price in like new condition (directly from Jaguar) yesterday and ....no buyers remorse so far....you replied to me few days ago that I will love it.......and I really do! Thanks for the videos.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Awesome!!! Congrats.

[@kevinquartemont2313]

I bought my 2015 F Type R back in August with 32k miles for low $40K. You're videos were a major reason I went ahead and bought one, especially the 2015 R specifically, as I was also looking at 2016 and 2017s, but you guys sold me on the RWD and I thank you for that tremendously. Sure, I lose a little 0-60 time, but it is so much fun especially when I hit the traction button to disable the feature and let the fun begin. To this day, the car puts a big smile on my face. Best wishes to you two on your next vehicle.

[@FFE-js2zp]

The RWD R is a lot faster due to 200 lbs less weight and 6% more WHP. Traction is a challenge.

[@kevinquartemont2313]

@@FFE-js2zp right, so a rolling start is where it excels. But off the start even starting in 2nd it's virtually pointless unless you have new warmed up tires, but even then.

[@FFE-js2zp]

@@kevinquartemont2313 Agreed, but in terms of everyday crazy power, its always better to have more power than less. Acceleration is way more than 0 to 60. In fact, so many cars are designed around that arbitrary test (e.g. Porsches 9K redline to skip a gear change) that they are decimated on the road by cars like the F-Type that go for way more overall grunt. 911 Turbos can't dream of hanging with any R side by side, they disappear in the RVM in a hurry. Big picture, who cares if there's one less shift to some arbitrary speed. Gearing just moves power around, it creates nothing. Static traction is also mostly meaningless, real world.

[@kevinquartemont2313]

@@FFE-js2zp agreed on my end too, which is why I ultimately went with the 2015. Thank you for your comments

[@FFE-js2zp]

@@kevinquartemont2313 The 15 R is the F to have. Congrats. A 14 with a tune is the same and more of a drivers bargain, but not in resale.

[@davidaddison9828]

Just picked up a mint condition 2017 R convertible in LA for $62,000. When people buy an R they can’t help but write an essay about what an amazing, unbelievable, fantastic, great, awesome car they just bought. In my humble opinion after two day ownership all that word salad is unnecessary. All I have to say is (WOW)!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Truth!

[@sichere]

Obviously not a RWD one then 😎

[@SealTeamThicc]

I’m getting a 15 RWD F-Type R this week. I would love to connect & cruise sometime, I am in LA as well!

[@jonchapa5404]

Love this car. Got a 2016 AWD R. Loved it. Bought the vehicle due to you two and another channel. So thank you sophisticated gentleman. So much power and the sound!... but needed more power so upper and lower pulley swap with a tune. The ride is even better. Now swapping out the super charger is in the works as well so really excited about that too so thank you again.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Sounds serious

[@eugenem2338]

How did that go for ya? The new supercharger?

[@julioc8483]

Little cubbie mentioned at 15:57 is not a phone holder. The F type was designed as convertible first including interior. If you have the convertible, the switch for operating the top is a mirror image of the parking switch on the left of that cubbie, which looks finished. The top goes up or down and locks itself in 13 seconds even while moving (under 30mph). Which is awesome

[@bestprice1776]

Yup I can verify that in both the 6 cylinder and the AWD R

[@mll4519]

The vibration sound behind seat is the sub woofer. I replaced mine. I have the upgraded Meridian system that’s more powerful than the standard one. I either listen to my engine and exhaust or Classic Rock

[@jonchapa5404]

"Mature and sophisticated owners." Oh yeah. That's me for sure. Also me: ha he said "riding it."

[@christopherhume8896]

So nice to see an honest review of a great car rather than someone just putting the window down and playing engine noise. 👍

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

You would enjoy our channel

[@christopherhume8896]

@@PerformanceOnWheels Will check out a few more, but not tonight. Just gone midnight in the UK. 🤣

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Woah only 6 here

[@callsneed]

Great video, I plan to swap out my XFR for a rear wheel F type once covid prices come back down. Jaguar supercharged V8 is a beast of a engine. I'm constantly blowing the doors off scat packs, mustangs and Camaros. They are surprised that a 4 door sedan can out run them.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Awesome motors for sure! Good luck on the search!

[@kennethyoung4892]

Thank you for sharing this information with us

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Of course!

[@TheProjectManager100]

In giving my opinion, I love the F-Type. Many people are not too keen on the new 2021 model with the changes they made to the front. I actually like the new 2021 model. I am wanting to get a sports car for myself hopefully this Christmas, if not next Christmas, and I am only considering 2 cars as I want it to be a good daily driver. One of the cars is 2021 F-Type. The other car, which is what I am probably going to go for and what I recommend you replace your F-Type with, is a Lexus LC500. Good luck

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

LC500 is a fantastic car. Oh how I'd love one of those

[@spartanp2064]

You helped me make the decision to buy the R over the S. And I am flying to drive it back l, to experience the initial road trip. Thanks

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Glad we could help you with that experience! Enjoy the car you will love it!

[@PowerofPlacebo]

Mmmm HELLOOOOO,,, F Type R sounds F-ING better then any Porsche could ever sound. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@1bigchicken]

After watching this and many other reviews, I narrowed my choices to a 2015 xkr-s with about 15000 miles and a 2016 f type r coupe with 6200….yes, six thousand miles for a little bit more money. The dealer selling the xkr-s was playing games and was also 800 miles away, the f type r was nearby and the dealer was up front and transparent. Couldn’t pass up on the F type. While it is a little smaller and not designed for taller people for long drives, it is a scalpel as well as a hammer to drive! 🥰

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

LOVE xkr-s. Still would like to own one. Everything mechanical about the ftype is better.... Looks and uniqueness of xkr-s 😍😍

[@AlexBAlixir98]

Guys I am going to miss the F-Type for sure. However I know the replacement is going to be Epic. Ferrari to replace it? My Fav video with the F type was the RWD AWD one as well.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I don't know about ferrari....

[@FFE-js2zp]

Comparing my F-Type to my Grand Sport CE is a 10 (Jag) to a 3 (Corvette). That said, the Jag cost more new, but costs less used due to the failure of the C8. C7s are skyrocketing in price, as are 2014-15 F-Types.

[@sstrey174]

Why do you think the cost are failing and c7s prices are rising?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

The c8 was not a failure once so ever its making a killing in sales. The prices are rising because it's the last front engine corvette

[@FFE-js2zp]

@@PerformanceOnWheels Its the slowest selling Corvette in history by a large margin. Even the previous slowest selling Vette, the C7, outsold the C8 by 3x in its launch year: 34,000 to 12,600. The C8 is a flop by any objective view. Yeah, Chevy started blaming Covid, but other models have not collapsed 60%, and other production lines did not need to be throttled, and other productions lines are not currently shut off for no stated reason.

[@FFE-js2zp]

@@sstrey174 I bought a pretty mediocre, IMO, but mint condition C7 CE Grand Sport for that very reason. I couldn't bid fast enough on the cars, C7s are skyrocketing in price so fast. Its obvious to me: the C8 has failed and the market senses it. It only sold 12,600 copies in the first 12 months. Chevy officially extended the launch year to 15 months to pad the numbers to 19,000, but that's still below the C7's worst year. Now, all orders are suspended.

[@sstrey174]

@@FFE-js2zp Very interesting

[@sandyvalentin3072]

Funny… I was scrolling through KZbin and saw your video and started watching it interesting perspective on the Jaguar.. I just sold my 2016 Shelby GT 350 2 months ago and I got good money for it had only 12000 miles on it . So guess what I ordered a 2022 Jaguar P450 and I j just got the call , it will be here at the end of next month can’t wait to get it came a little early but that’s fine hope it’s all that the good reviews give it.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

You will love it. Congrats. What color?

[@sandyvalentin3072]

@@PerformanceOnWheels Eiger Grey

[@Jaguar7444]

But how are the longer term ownership costs? What do you think of the newer facelift. I think I like it a lot better.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

We have Videos on both your questions. 😁

[@bestprice1776]

Personally I like the original designed front with the larger headlights better.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Same!

[@sichere]

TBH these guys don't give the F Type enough credit 🤣🤣🤣😍😍😍😎😎😎

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Loved that car

[@sichere]

@@PerformanceOnWheels You should have spent another $15k on it and sold it for $100k kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXupqnylr6mHatU

[@FFE-js2zp]

With Jags talk of all electric by 2024, used F-Types are headed for 6 digits, in a hurry.

[@yophilli]

Doubt it. People say that about every car

[@frank8040]

Just wondering if the cars CPO warranty ending played a part in selling?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I was toying with buying an extended warranty through Endurance if I kept the car. Although I did not experience any major issues, the thought was always in my mind of having a warranty. I am usually anti warranty (if I have to pay for it). I would of been fine buying one on the Jag. So to answer your question.....maybe.

[@hfml5241]

Just raced a mclaren 570s with my 2015 Stock F type R yesterday and beat him in a rolling race TWICE. I can send u the video if u want to

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Yes!!!

[@hfml5241]

@@PerformanceOnWheels send me you email. I’ll share a google drive folder with you guys

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

[e-mail]

[@hfml5241]

@@PerformanceOnWheels done. Video is probably still processing. Wait for my upgrades next winter. VelocityAP 200 cell downpipes, cold air intake, +1 heat exchanger intercooler, and a velocityAP stage 1 tune (no pulley). Figured it’ll be more reliable and drive-able without the excessive power on the rear wheels from the pulley.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Sweet!

[@FFE-js2zp]

I added a 2017 Corvette to the stable. Its so bad compared to the F-Type. So bad. The GM transmission is the worst I've ever driven. Ever. The shuddering frame, the strained RPM above 3K. The F-Type DEVASTATES the Corvette and is 2-3x faster.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

What trim corvette

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Interesting

[@FFE-js2zp]

@@PerformanceOnWheels If you haven't driven an automatic Vette, its pretty hilarious. The transmission is plopped in from the standard GM parts bin, including the big backlit gear letters in the standard GM boat font. It looks completely out of place with the other GM standard analog gauges, in their different but standand GM font. They look so econobox, its terrible. The heavy clunky gear change feel of the 10 inches of lever travel feels identical to my new 1980 Chevy Malibu gear selector. But adding a little gas (like 1 inch of 5 inches of gas pedal travel) causes the transmission to hunt up and down aimlessly and each RPM change is alarming due to the old pushrod RPM strain. Anytjing above 3,000 sounds like its going to throw a rod. Its identical in feel to my 6.4L 1966 FE390, probably bcs there's no difference. The steering has a sponge in the steering column, too. I can wiggle the wheel 2 inches. Its pure GM. The Jag is leaps and bounds ahead of this crap. I really should have known better than to think GM made progress between my childhood and today. They haven't.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

We will have alot of experience here pretty quick....

[@FFE-js2zp]

@@PerformanceOnWheels Oh boy, transitioning from an R is going to be interesting. I'm still happy with the GS CE Vette, prices of C7s are rising faster than I could bid. C7s cost waaaaaaaay more than C8s with similar low miles.

[@commantrosexetlos4700]

How is real life reliability? I saw a lot over 100.000 miles

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I would ask around in the fourms. Unfortunately don't have a good answer to that high of mileage

[@commantrosexetlos4700]

@@PerformanceOnWheels thanks bro

[@mrek2068]

Brilliant video.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Thanks for taking the time to comment

[@mrek2068]

@@PerformanceOnWheels very impressed with your style of video, and I have watched almost 150 F-Type videos, as buying one in 2024. Thank you.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

We have quite a few other ones you should check out on our ftype Playlist!

[@FoereaperGaming]

I'm getting one of these once my hayabusa is paid off.

[@mll4519]

My 2015 R is luxurious and a bad ass rear wheel drive machine. Sounds better than this video. Completely stock and perfect. 107k msrp, paid 99k new. I’ll take 100k for it lol, never abused or tracked

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I can only imagine it sounded pretty identical to ours

[@mll4519]

@@PerformanceOnWheels I only hear it from the driver’s seat so I should have said sounds different to me than hearing it from an outside microphone in a video. All good

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Check out our video that's called the 2015 F-type R is horrifying to drive. That is a video entirely of intereior and exterior exhaust

[@mauiswildthing8777]

The other car it's similar with is the mercedes amg GT R

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

We will have a review on one of those soon!

[@DaleSteel]

I don't know of one American that can't pronounce jaguar. I mean come on. Yanks love and have always loved a jag way more than us limeys

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Good thing it's gone

[@TheMarkyMarx]

Jaguar F Type. Finest car ever built 🇬🇧🏁All day long. Sofia Vergara on wheels!

[@pierrepye7031]

The black tail light is horrible. It looks like an older car . Keep it standard please

[@Syxte]

it looks more clean

[@pierrepye7031]

@@Syxte may be you re right. Thing is, in Europe, all old luxury or sport cars that are becoming cheap on the used car market After one or 2 décade, eventually are modified with Always the same things: over dark glass tint (eventually become kind of purple with bubble), Aftermarket wheels... And black tail light. So, When i see on of those 3 things on a nice new car, it look to me much older than it is, and a teenager driving it.

[@RootBeerGMT]

They are buying a house together? They are a couple?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Wrong feed fella. This is a car channel.

[@bestprice1776]

​@@PerformanceOnWheelslol😂

[@christopherhume8896]

Jag-u-ar. Or just Jaaag! 😁

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Jaaaaggg

[@bestprice1776]

I'm never selling my R

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

We sold ours unfortunately… however we just replaced it with something arguably cooler we will have a video coming out on soon ;)

[@miniman1432]

Exhaust note so loud it’ll make you smack your mother!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Sorry mom!

[@joegengsta]

pop pop pop pop pop pop

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Pop pop pop pop pop pop pop pop pop pop

[@jjmontana9451]

jagwire

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Wire

[@rjh4735]

Yeah, buy one of the most unreliable automotive brands in existence. Great advice!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Define what unreliable means to you........

[@sichere]

@@PerformanceOnWheels it means he can't afford one

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

😂

[@miyahtallulah]

Nonsense. The bandwagon is alive and well. I have owned a Jag for years. Excellent cars.

[@richcollins513]

Sell outs

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

😢

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Out sellers