Jaguar S-Type (1999 - 2007) 4.2 V8 Sport 4d Auto (Euro 4) (2005/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Plain style - discreet abilites in speed and safety.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Nice car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes - effortless driving with economy better than smaller cars on trips and real world cheap cost versus competition.

What are you likely to buy next?

Jaguar

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,995

When did you buy the car?

September 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

No and had to use legal means to get initial repairs done. AA Warranty was not actually covering parts and labour and had £100 excess even if you bought car within 5 days.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Unusual black/black with power and reliable engine

What was the dealer like?

Unhelpful and unable to repair this and other cars despite selling them and being an MOT station. Argued for three months about repairs from delivery.

What's it like to drive?

Incredible handling, wow factor speed, safe and comfortably better and more able than previous S-types

What's it like to park?

Easy, swift with good vision and visibility.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Regular small things every 5/6 months, electric glitches.

What's most practical about your car?

Speed, comfort, space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Screen sat nav, electric seats/steering wheel memory, auto lights on off.