Jaguar X-Type Estate (2004 - 2010) 2.5 V6 SE (01/07-01/08) 5d Auto (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Here's a man who likes his cars, knows quality but is not brash or a show off. Quietly confident.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nothing but encouraging comments to date.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Sadly discontinued but if they had continued it, I probably would.
What are you likely to buy next?
XF Sportbrake, maybe the new XE, but an F-Type should those 6 little balls come in......
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,700
When did you buy the car?
October 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, the seller was from the same industry as myself which meant we spoke the same language, and I was able to haggle the price down a little without giving offence.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed a practical car but have always loved my Jags, so an X-Type estate ticked all the boxes with AWD a bonus.
What was the dealer like?
No dealer involved.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Brill, the 4 wheel drive keeps it sure-footed, even on the dire back roads of rural West Berks, and the 2.5 engine has plenty of power, especially if you use the S button, great for overtakes, and then disengage once past to continue gently on.
What's it like to park?
Fine, good all-round view and assisited by front and rear sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only had it 2 months but so far all good. It came with a full Jaguar service history so it has been looked after and I can carry that on.
What's most practical about your car?
The boot, it was my main reason for buying it. I love the S-Type more and have had 3 of those, but they have a shallow boot. Now that I have a large garden in a rural setting, I need the flexibility that the estate brings.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated front screen, the last few frosty mornings have been a doddle, on the road in minutes!!
