You Won't Believe How Much I Paid For My New V8 Jaguar XK..

[@RoverLanding-Adventures]

I've had my 07 XK Coupe for 12 years (134k miles) and it's the best car I've ever owned. There is a lot of life left in your XK! I've also got a new to me 2006 XJ8L with 202k miles on it and it is actually in pretty decent shape too. My experience with Jaguars has been great, I'll always have one.

[@timgosling6189]

One of Ian Callam's best. You can see how his work on the DB7 and DB9 was carried on here. These XKs still look lovely.

[@ptjww9455]

Sorry but the DB9 was designed by Henrik Fisker... 😉

[@timgosling6189]

@@ptjww9455 In a later interview Callum stated the DB9 to be entirely his work, having been completed before Fisker took over at AM.

[@tedgeldberg6498]

I have previously commented on each of your De Tomaso Pantera videos as a Pantera owner, but now I am commenting as a long, long time X150 owner. I bought my X150 XKR over 10 years ago, and yesterday it passed the 207,500 mile mark. It has unquestionably been the best automobile I've ever owned for many reasons in 55 years of driving. Besides being ridiculously powerful (pulleyed and tuned to about 600hp), it's been utterly reliable in its long tenure in my garage. It is still my daily driver, and still even with that mileage, a pleasure to both drive and look at. It's what caused me to make my Pantera a drivable car after 18 years of ownership. It was quicker, tighter, more luxurious, obviously more comfortable, and the XKR's greatness forced me to not settle for less in my Pantera as I was going to get rid of it. As I also own an X100 XKR, I can affirm your statement that the X150 was a giant leap ahead from the ancient X100 platform. The only thing it has in common with the X100 is that they are both Jaguars and have an XK in their name. Nothing else is comparable. My XKR will live with me for as long as I can still drive an automobile, it's that good. Although I have a 5.0L car, there are many that actually prefer the 4.2L motor for various reasons. I think you will enjoy this car a lot. I have tracked my XKR many dozens of times over the years, and it just keeps on giving me great service. I hope you have the same experience.

[@Number27]

Great to hear your thoughts Ted… by the way, am just on my way back from the US where I bought a pantera. Keen an eye out for upcoming videos!!

[@tedgeldberg6498]

@@Number27 You should have stopped in southern California. Yesterday at the Best of France and Italy we had about 10 Panteras. Great show. Best of luck with both of your new cars.

[@G58]

The ‘poor man’s Aston’ when they were introduced, but in reality these XKs always were great cars, and much more affordable. Now even more so. Great vid Jack. I hope it checks out with Jaguar. Thank you for sharing.

[@vernongoodey5096]

They are actually a better car than the Aston in all aspects except the badge.

[@stevemawer848]

Erm, the Aston is the rich man's Jag. 🙂

[@peterblumbach6600]

Good choice! I would have looked for a XKR instead (basically because I am driving an XJR) but these engines are bulletproof. My car just completed 300.000 km (186.000 mls) without any issue. The XK looks stunning and will be a very good daily driver. So congratulations again.

[@EdgyNumber1]

Its a well proven unit. I like them.

[@ericrawson2909]

@@EdgyNumber1Yes. The early ones with plastic chain tensioners and Nikasil cylinder liners had issues. However, my 1998 XJ had these and I had it for twenty one years, daily driver for many years. Still going strong when I traded it in for a 2019 fPace SVR. Reveals the bumps more on rough roads, which is when I miss the XJ, but awesome acceleration, great roadholding and nice interior, I love it. Also, sometimes exceeds 30mpg on a long run, the XJ never did better than 27.

[@jamescameron314]

See above by a recent owner of one. They are good performers but uncomfortable and impractical.

[@peterblumbach6600]

@@jamescameron314 yes, certainly not a station wagon but most of the time you´re driving alone or at least I do, and the space in the coupe is more than enough. Yes the ride comfort is better with the sedan (my XJ Super V8 has an air suspension).

[@andreerasmus7298]

Hi Jack, I am new to your channel and binge-watched a number of your videos this weekend. After watching your video on the previous gen XKR, I was hoping you would try the more modern X150. Lo and behold, today I see you’ve gone and bought one! I’m blown away. Congrats! I have been on a similar journey with mine. I bought my XK about 2 years ago from a medical doctor. Doctors care about people and not about cars. So mine needed plenty of TLC. In fact, I dropped my car off at a panelbeater this morning to have the bonnet and front bumper resprayed. My car comes from a part of the country where the roads are particularly bad. So I too have some nasty stone chips that have been bugging me for some time. Apart from the battery and aircon, my issues have been mainly cosmetic. Cuts in the seats, worn bolsters, sagging roof lining, scratches, dents, stone chips, all 4 rims were buckled and one was even cracked. I also only got one key with the car. You don’t want to know what Jaguar charges for a replacement. Anyway, I’ve managed to resolve all those issues. Your XK looks stunning in black… That would have been my first choice.

[@jamescameron314]

I bought a beautiful Jaguar XK 5 litre V8 18 months ago. It was fast, sleek and very pretty, but it was not comfortable because when I moved the driver's seat back sufficiently it rubbed against a post and made a ghastly noise---and this despite the fact I am not particularly large at 6 feet with short legs ! It is also cramped in general and is NOT "luxurious" at all. I LOST "£6,500 when I finally got rid of it but the replacement is heavenly----a Jaguar XJ 3 lire diesel that is fast, quiet and so comfortable as to be simply wonderful. In addition, it is gorgeous to look at in silver with cream leather, wood rim steering wheel and clear windows without the "obligatory" modern blacked out rear windows. Sheer heaven !!

[@scrl]

SO good to hear someone else who hates those "blacked out" rear windows. What's wrong with people? That, and the extraordinary preponderance of black leather (vs the much more lovely cream or tan alternative). Who wants to live in a black cave inside their car?? Not me.

[@garethhanna9173]

At least the headlining hasn't drooped.

[@allanwinter4991]

I would give the transmission a fluid and filter change.

[@nicholasdavis657]

Look forward to seeing how you get on with it. I bought my 2007 XK 6 years ago and I still have it as my daily driver. It's been reliable, comfortable and the perfect long distance cruiser. I still love driving it and especially that engine sound!

[@2702simmo]

Have you had a different exhaust put on? I’ve got my dads XK and it’s criminally quiet but you can tell there’s a nice noise hidden away

[@paulburns6110]

As a previous owner of exactly same model, colour and wheels I like your choice. I really enjoyed my time with it. Only reason for selling is as I’m 6’6” with all my tallness in the legs, I found it slightly frugal in the legroom department. However if I took the driver’s floor mat out I could just about make it bearable.

[@truebluebears76]

Take your shoes off aswell gives you an extra inch

[@stephenricketts7764]

This is one of the 'modern' Jaguars that look quite nice in my opinion. I think you did well and I wouldn't worry to much about the mileage. It will be good to see and hear your plans Jack take care. 👍👍

[@jo05dk]

Lovely choice! Damn handsome car, it's a Jag, and that V8 is wonderful. Best of luck with it. Certainly a great way of bringing interest to the channel, without breaking the bank...hopefully :)

[@nkelly.9]

These are actually very capable and comfortable cars. You get a lot of car for your money. Supercharged versions go better but their complexities can bring them unstuck. They run a coolant hose under the inlet manifold. Make sure this is sound. A decent take on this vehicle, thank you for posting. Their steering no lighter nor heavier than most cars of the time.

[@butterg9535]

I miss my 2011 XK so badly, one of the two favorite cars I've ever owned. The other was a 2005 XJ, the most luxurious interior I've seen. The XK's interior wasn't as impressive, but wow what a rocket with the paddle shift. And the hips on that baby ... ow!

[@stonelaughter]

Mate considering you claim to have no journalistic experience, you do an incredible job of looking every inch the professional; and your content has the polished feel of a Top Gear production. Tiff Needel or James May would be pleased to have produced this. Subbed and happy.

[@Number27]

That’s too kind… thanks for subbing chap!

[@MrCaterhamr500]

That’s better than a dull Rover, far more interesting. The only issue with these is the car tax is something like £675 or £695 every year which is just ridiculous.

[@richardclark7579]

I have an 08 XJ Sport and it's the hated diesel. It's been great for the year I've had it. Insane value for what you're driving, even quite pokey. Settles down above the speed limit nicely. I'll have another Jag in the future after this experience.

[@TassieLorenzo]

4:33 Jaguar made an aluminium car with a steel rear crash bar?! Congrats on the purchase, it's not for the faint of heart!

[@kjg2626]

Nice purchase. One comment - I think you will find that the wheels are not really split rims, but "fake" split rims. The screws are purely cosmetic to make the wheels look like splits. There's an F-type wheel option which is similar.

[@hunty28]

Yes they are 20” Senta wheels and not split rim BBS - many would say that’s a good thing - they look great and are much easier to live with than the split rims. If you do fancy the real BBS wheels be aware that the older X100 has an imperial wheel nut spacing whilst X150 went metric

[@rennwolfwolfgangkriegl]

Congratulations on your choice of car! 😀 I really wanted one of these myself but had to realise that I just don't fit comfortably behind the wheel of an X150 XK. I ended up buying a X100 XK8 from the Final Edition. A lovely car with a laid back kind of personality. A true continent munching cruiser. And I fit perfectly fine. 😊 I just recently added a 2017 V6 F-Type to my collection and I am totally and utterly in love with it. Enjoy your XK Jack and be assured of owning one of most gorgeous cars ever designed!

[@TassieLorenzo]

I think it's worth getting a pair of matched Dunlops (or Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrics, they are pretty similar to the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 1 & RT 2 which were also designed by Goodyear) on the front! Having mismatched tyres between the axles and especially across the front axle cannot be good. If you have front and rear tyres with different sidewall stiffness, it can result in some very strange handling effects.

[@Scuderia2000HD]

F1 AS6 for sure

[@rolfsvensson5777]

It will be fun to follow! That to my old 420 G~

[@rolfsvensson5777]

The good thing with the 420G is that it rides so smooth! Not pretty but hey it is a great car! I put some Kleber tires on it and that was the thing.

[@detonator2112]

That is seriously good looking car. Probably you get used to in on the UK roads but rarely seen elsewhere.

[@davidedney2323]

I picked up a 5.0 XKR convertible a couple of months ago from BCA, sight unseen. £9,100 of win. Changed the water pump and belts, put 3000 miles on it so far, it's fab.

[@stevebass3992]

Great review. However just to correct you on a couple of things. The BHP is 300. The old 4.0 in the X100 was 290bhp. There was two leather options. The luxury leather had soft perforated 16 way seats but all models had a full leather dash

[@ptjww9455]

Nope...the full leather dash is only available with the portfolio trim. Standard is vinyl. But really nice one.

[@dough740]

Great stuff, Jack - taking buying risks so that we don't have to.....

[@hhjones9393]

Nice find Jack! Quite elegant in that color. I look forward to seeing how it progresses!

[@markclevedon81]

A beautiful "Aston" like car in looks and sound. It appears to have been a good buy too. Nice to see a knowledgeable enthusiast taking a calculated risk and bucking the trend to buy a so called gas guzzler. Enjoy it while you can.

[@ba2724]

Jack, where's the pajamas? It's your thing when buying a new (to you) car. This series should be really interesting. Excited for it!

[@tony8074]

Pity Jaguar has not made an XK replacement. Nice example you have got there.

[@TassieLorenzo]

I thought the F-Type is the replacement? 🤔

[@tony8074]

It’s a fine car but it’s too small. I always loved that final version of the XK much more a GT.

[@alaricbragg7843]

Thank you for this video! New Jaguars have the luxury, performance and creativity that their older cars aspired to.

[@philboyce1582]

Nice buy Jack 👍 exactly the trade I did 4 years ago, out with a GT and into an XK 5.0 still have the XK and it never disappoints

[@Number27]

Yep I think this is more my kind of car..

[@gerardbooth40]

Good man Jack. Welcome to the 'club'. Excellent choice and I'm sure you'll love the Jag. The XK is plenty fast enough even without the supercharger. Enjoy!

[@happy_camper]

My buddy’s XK has been bullet-proof. 120k miles and going steady with no surprises!

[@judih.8754]

The plastic "thing" on the dashboard is naugahyde from the Naugabeast, a renewable animal that comes in many colours.

[@Hattonbank]

Or it might be PU from Benecke Kalico in Hanover?

[@lewis72]

Fantastic car. IMO, the 4.2 NA is the one to have. The engine had been in production since 1996, so all of the issues had been ironed out by then. It's easier and cheaper to service and run than the SC and has a better engine/exhaust sound, presuming that no one likes the supercharger whine sound (I hate it).

[@ryanmccormick2150]

I love a Jag jack! Especially in black ..... cool car 😎. I once bought a MK4 golf TDI in very similar circumstances with high mileage 165k miles, drove it for a year without an issue! I'll be honest I wouldn't be brave enough to buy the Jag that way tho 😂🙏

[@karstenmeinders4844]

Will be interesting to follow! The exterior still turns heads, but the interior is a bit disappointing IMHO (a lot of black-greyish surfaces)

[@captainbimble]

I have a 2007 XKR in black. I totally love it. Yes it's an expensive beast to run but you only live once! Love the V8 roar and the supercharger whine when I unleash her. Enjoy your XK mate.

[@R-Tap]

Always liked this and the R was on my shortlist back in 2010. 13 years later, still cool. Aging well.

[@AntoniusTyas]

Hasn't the X150 XK aged so well? I saw my first ever X150 XK 4.2 in the wild a few months ago (Jag XK is an oddity here in Indonesia), and it's just so svelte and oozes class. Something that Jag might gonna lose once the F-Type is gone.

[@davidg2073]

Hi Jack the boot problem is an easy low cost fix....drill a hole in the wheel well"...hope that helps. Great video and good luck not losing any money on the resale.

[@fransb8543]

I reckon a fesh set of shock absorbers will make a massive difference in ride quality. I've driven a new one back in the day on 19s and it qas marvellously smooth. Granted, it was a convertible so perhaps the spring rate was different from the coupe.

[@henrikbunkenborg6743]

One of the best looking classics.❤

[@davidpeters6536]

Since Ford owned Jag almost all the "old Jags" problems have been pretty much put to bed. Unfortunately for those who can afford to buy new they still depreciate but that is great for us poor folk looking for a bargain. Good luck with this, it's a car on my wanted list too (black & cream interior with wood). PS. The wheel size is on the tyres.

[@jamesmaybrick2001]

I keep waiting for the Car vertical ad. LOL. Feels odd to watch a car vid and not see one. LOL. Lovely motor. If i still drove i would consider one.

[@robsshedoftech6457]

Had a similar issue with vents on my Volvo S80 3.2 - made the back seat wet as water trickled forwards from tne boot area. The vents had actually popped out slightly at the top so I reseated them and used sealant to hold them in position. Got to them by removing the boot lining which needed to be dried anyway.

[@gazcolman9184]

These are great cars. I've bought and sold these for years and can offer the most important part of XK ownership: keep the battery topped up! There's too many modules that don't sleep and drain the battery really fast!

[@peternorthyorkshire6206]

Very true based on my own six years of ownership, these won’t suffer a poor battery and need to be on trickle charge if SORN for any period.

[@dusandestanovic5884]

It's a beautiful car, enjoy it as much as you can.

[@DaDa-David]

Jack, excellent as always! like the budget vs run time, will it work - great challenge and look forward to how this one goes! 🙂

[@baheh1801]

Cracking choice i look forward to seeing your escapades with the Jag

[@richardcarter1000]

Great car and value. Love an old Jag. My favourite was an XJR I did over 150k miles in. Change the gearbox fluid if it's not been done already. New bushes and decent tyres transform them

[@denisvogel5155]

Short-term ownership notwithstanding, this is more like it! I even take back my wheel chair review comment in regard to your Rover purchase even though it was tongue-in-cheek.

[@richbrice3299]

Great buy. My son had one recently, an XKR, and I was very impressed. Tiny inside but good to drive and pretty good on fuel.

[@AntSefton]

I owned this car for 6 years.still miss it

[@chrisculpt57]

Bought a 2012 xkr 60k miles a couple of years ago, its a fabulous beast of a thing.. first auto car ive had, paddles are ok, but it would be perfect with manual box...

[@pj9375]

Love a jaaaaaaag. Bargain!

[@James-ld2jc]

Matt from High Peak Autos always mentions a gearbox service. Has the Jaaag had one?

[@alexandrecouture2462]

He also always mentions over spending. :) But yes, a transmission service is quite important!

[@stevemawer848]

ZF recommends around 60,000 miles.

[@bastogne315]

6.48 u leant into boot like the dentist leant into my face when he's pulling out teeth... which was a bit scary!!😢

[@sjt959]

Interesting you call Maxxis ditch finders, not actually sure of their car offerings but in the mountain bike world, they are just about the biggest/best high end tyre supplier.

[@MrCaterhamr500]

A very good detailer will be able to clean that up nicely, then add touch up paint to the stone chips on that bonnet, wet sand it back and polish up to the point you would barely notice it. A better option than paying for fresh paint on the bonnet that sticks out as it’s bound to be a different shade to the UV exposed original paint surrounding it.

[@sainta2667]

I actually like it ! Looks great for 6K

[@ianscorey5293]

My P38 Range Rover suffered the same problem with water in the boot spare wheel area!!!!! I simply got out my battery drill with a 12mm bit and drilled a couple of holes in the base!!! After that the wheel well never held any water!!! Simple job!!!!😂😂😂😂 regards Ian 👨‍🎤🇳🇿😂👍

[@179077]

Nice choice and a lot of car for not a lot of money. Ref leak in the boot my 2012 Audi Avant had a leak in the very same area (caused I believe when a guy bumped into the rear of my car in supermarket car park as no issues before then) and unwilling to pay £3-400) to remove bumper replace seals bought a can of clear silicone sealant and did from inside - it has done the job and not leaked at all for the last 4 months of heavy rain - not professional repair I know but car cost less than £6K and been faultless having done 23k in 3 years of ownership.

[@davidporeilly1]

Strong and measured drive Dave. Big pressure on p2 and he nearly succumbed a couple of times. You are cleaner and faster than me through the final chicane onto main str8. Top of the hill where car gets light, I find its mega important that the wheels are dead straight, few heart stoppers there. See you on track. BTW the Ferrari at Brands is great.

[@davidmansfield4163]

Wheels are Sentas, 20", they're not split rim, the fasteners are purely cosmetic. Looks bit low at the back, you might want to check the rear suspension lower bushes. I love my 07 XKR convertible with only 53k miles on it.

[@nelsonserrate9281]

Great find. Absolutely stunning cars. The cheapest I could find here in Germany was 17K Euro with similar miles...

[@simonhodgetts6530]

Very smart, and for a few months’ fun, a much better bet than a modern misery box on finance. Interior is immaculate!

[@adrianwalsh896]

Lovely car Jack, well wear. Mind the GDPR, re the service receipts though. Looking forward already to the next video...👍

[@owenmorgan857]

Got to love the Jag, maybe a video idea could be to see how many Jeremy Clarkson themed Jag things you can do, bit out of character for yourself but might be fun

[@georgebettiol8338]

Jeremy Clarkson forms an argument based on a skerrick of truth, laces it with myths and exaggerated misinformation and delivers it in a bombastic manner - he is funny though. May be challanging for Jack.

[@TheEarlofK]

I would say that you've become fully Anglicized. A Bentley, a Rover and now a Jaguar!

[@ianharris2407]

Great video looking forward to watching more updates on the Xk 👍🏻

[@geoffh2560]

I've always liked the look of the XK - looks like you found a pretty good one!

[@zegarmistrz2619]

One of most beautiful cars ever. 4.2 NA in full auto mode it is not very responsive - just use paddles. The difference is significant. The downside of 4.2 NA XK was insuffcient brakes. This was however an issue only in dynamic driving in mountain twisties. In 95% situations they are OK. Is there anything chipper and better. Not to much. CLK500 accelerates, brakes and turnes better but the Jag has better engine noise and looks more classy. Anyway I am sure you will have fun. I had ;)

[@darrenstables4171]

Very nice jack. I bet you keep this long. term!!!! After all it's a jag!!!!!

[@patrickhostler5939]

I have to say, that looks very nice, especially for the dough! Would love to see some more films on how you tackle the various issues.

[@berwhaletheavenger]

Nothing wrong with these. Compared to a 2000's BMW 6 Series or Merc SL they are a paragon of reliability.

[@mariopizzamanmario8563]

Yeeeahhh it had to happen someday, you got a JAGGGG. Those are pretty good, the only thing for me not making it Top Dog is the rear seat. The older XK8 had no bump in the middle so at least somebody could be fitted 'sort of sitting sideways'. On these they are just useless. But they are good cars - and no doubt somewhere down the line you'll pick up an X350 as well. Enjoy! BUUTTTTT watch that leak in the rear... fix it or you'll have electrical gremlins all over!!!

[@ariescustom]

Timeless design. Still gorgeous.

[@organiccold]

Its a JAG!!!!❤

[@truthteller99999]

"Uber smooth" doesn't mean what it used to. Many people will think you're comparing it to a pre-paid taxi.

[@stuwilsonrallying]

Why do you say it's high mileage? It's a 2007 car with 120k miles. That's less than 10k a year. So it's actually below average

[@markpirateuk]

I do like this shape, I had an 03 XKR which I loved, but got expensive very quickly! I still turned a profit though, so if luck is on our side, you should not loose your shirt 😆

[@simonhjc]

A lot of fun. I think the nose cone is a slightly different colour (inwill now slink away)

[@kellyscarsandculture9121]

Nice Jack! I have a 2012 XK 5.0 and love it. Being a Jag it will have its quirks, but it's a solid platform. Good luck.

[@srenwichmann2825]

Love your new Car. I am Looking to buy a similar XK at some point…

[@lennyvalentinoSchiaretti_lvs]

I am definitely a fan of the previous version, especially the interior looked way better! Anyway nice car, especially at the price you bought it!

[@Lemma01]

Let us see you work on it - it'll be like the old days! ❤

[@johnireland1629]

Have fun. I liked the look of the previous generation.

[@dadcars]

Been wanting to check out these rear seats for a while 🙌 can’t wait

[@michaelpegasiou4531]

You did well mate,I like it.

[@mattbettany1174]

Im not a massive Jag fan but I could definitely see myself getting one of these . Funny you mention Dad cars and a Masa though as I’m seriously looking to get a Gen 5 Quattroporte, for no other reason than the noise 😅

[@CosmicSeeker69]

that's valid enough!

[@stevemawer848]

If you want noise, look at (and listen to) an F-Type! Pre-MY19 when they fitted a GPF to the exhaust, of course.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

£ 6.800? Lucky bastards 😅 The price in Denmark is about 40 to 50.000 pounds. 🤷🏼‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@jimballuff3849]

The opening picture shows the XK on the back of the car. It seems to have been repainted, and the job doesn't look very good ( orange peel). I wouldn't touch the car because of this. I have a 2007 XK Convertible in Winter Gold, which is 1 of 97. It has 56000 miles on the clock and has had zero problems. I use it for car shows and it's part of a couple of car clubs. It's a great car, and at 6'3" and 235 lbs, I find that there's more than enough room.

[@henryrodier8024]

I can understand your desire for an Italian car as I have always wanted a French car but I’m not that dumb so hopefully this works out better for you then the Bentley did good luck.

[@Hattonbank]

I'm dumb enough to have bought French cars, both C5 2 lutre diesels. Sold the first one after 260,000 miles, runninmg smoothly on the second one at 180,000. Certainly not Jasgs but still OK in their own way.

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

I'd be tempted to put a bunch of these silica bags in that boot space, once you've dried it out, to absorb any damp. Depends how long you're keeping it of course...if it's months that should do it.

[@robsmith1a]

I like it. Definitely fast enough on today's roads and still a handsome beast. Hope it doesn't have too many skeletons in the closet

[@minatormyth]

When it's in sport mode, it auto rev matches as you change down. Have you noticed.

[@TJ-eq6dl]

Nice never a dull moment)