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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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).

[@lightningstrikestwice2935]

Just happened to find this site when the Jaguar peaked my interest.

[@boathousejoed1126]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@robertdore9592]

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

[@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.

[@KevinSmithdc]

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

[@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!

[@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 🕺

[@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.

[@markhensens5989]

"Looks like the transmission fluid isn't too bad but since i'm already in here, I might as well replace the transmission"

[@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,

[@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.

[@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.