What do you do with a Worn out Jaguar X-Type?

"My X-type is too a real Jaguar" (TomSlick) 01/28/2015 at 11:29 • Filed to: None

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As my handle here on Jalopnik states, I have, for the last 10 years driven a Jaguar X-Type Manual, well after 10 years of faithful service and somewhere north of 200,000 miles (The computer reset the mileage to 180,000 somewhere around the 205,000 mile mark) I have decided to quit throwing money into it and to stop chasing vacuum leaks. So now what do I do with a beloved car the dealership did not even want in trade? It is flat worn out, needs work and comes with a box full of parts to fix 90% of its problems. I would love suggestions.

Oh and the faithful steeds replacement

Yes ladies and gentlemen that is a 2011 BMW 535i with a 6 speed Manual and only 28,000. Why buy a Honda Accord when you can have this instead?

For Sweden > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:33

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Hope for another Cash for Clunkers

Find a dealer with a Push, Pull or Drag It In trade-in sale.

SidewaysOnDirt still misses Bowie > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:33

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Rally Jag!

Trunk Impaired 318 > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:37

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Motorsport until it dies. Which would probably be somewhere along the way to the event.

CalzoneGolem > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:38

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Fix the 90% while making detailed posts about it on Oppo then list it on cragislist.

Alex B > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:38

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Yeah, I think you should do that 5 series maybe.

44444444444 > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:39

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Find a demolition derby.

philipilihp > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:40

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Beautiful choice for a replacement! Did you get the extended warranty? Well worth $2k.

And as for what to do with the jag? Rally car of course. Strip and gut it, install cage, get another motor, some wheels, and go throw some dirt on her!

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > Alex B 01/28/2015 at 11:40

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Done did it, picked it up yesterday

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > SidewaysOnDirt still misses Bowie 01/28/2015 at 11:41

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Believe me this has crossed my mind, however 2 things prevent it, no tow vehicle and vehicle storage issues.

davedave1111 > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:42

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Lemons?

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > philipilihp 01/28/2015 at 11:44

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The remaining factory warranty is good until August, I'm going to shop around and buy one in a month or 2. I bought this at a Nissan Dealer who had it on their lost since September. I got it for less than they paid at auction.

ACESandEIGHTS > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:44

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Vacuum leaks sound awful. Such a power robbery. You need that BMW you have pictured.

I had only one chance to ride in a X-Type. A friend's brother chauffeured me around eastern Europe in one. It was, for a time, my second favorite Ford Fusion, after the 2010-2012 model, but quickly slipped to the number three spot after the 2013 Model was unveiled. (totally kidding of course)

Jonathan Harper > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:44

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Awesome. I actually didn't know you could get a real manual non-M f10. That turbo six is sooo sweet. Enjoy it!

Andy Sheehan, StreetsideStig > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:45

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It's a Jaaaag. Just drive it to the event.

Alex B > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:45

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Oh, in that case, congrats! You should do an Oppo review. Do you like it much more than your jaaag?

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > Jonathan Harper 01/28/2015 at 11:46

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I think 2011 was the only year for that, at least I didn't see any 2012s and up 535is with that option. I did see a few 2012 550is with a stick but I didn't want to feed the V8.

philipilihp > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:46

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28k sounds like an amazing deal for it. You can try to get it CPO certified. No idea on cost, but that will at least get you the 100k mile warranty. Then you could always spring for the maintenance plan as well. Both have been well worth it on my 2008 E90 335i, and now i have to fend for myself since both ran out...

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > Alex B 01/28/2015 at 11:48

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That Straight 6 pulls like a freight train on the highway, it is comfortable and has plenty of power. I determined on the way home I would lose my license in an M5 very quickly this thing is fast on its own.

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > Andy Sheehan, StreetsideStig 01/28/2015 at 11:48

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How would I get home?

SidewaysOnDirt still misses Bowie > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:50

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Who says you have to tow it out? Drive it there. If it dies, that's the end of it. It's a short term rally car because for some reason, I don't see an X-Type lasting for too long. Also, since it's a rally jag now, it doesn't have to look good. Just park it somewhere and let the birds shit on it.

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > philipilihp 01/28/2015 at 11:50

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I plan to do just that, one question Silver, Gold or Platinum maintenance plan? Oh the 28,000 was the mileage and the price.

Jagvar > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:51

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Looking forward to reading updates on the new ride!

As for the Jag. With that kind of mileage, you can always donate it and reap the tax benefits. That's what my brother did with his Camry.

Andy Sheehan, StreetsideStig > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:55

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Ah. Good point.

SidewaysOnDirt still misses Bowie > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:56

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Bus? Friendly competitor? I'm sure that if you're "the guy with the Jaaaag," everyone will be jumping to help you either fix it or get you home or get you and the Rally Jaaaag home, or whatever.

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 11:59

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Slap a 2k or best offer ad up on craigslist?

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > SidewaysOnDirt still misses Bowie 01/28/2015 at 11:59

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Except it needs new cats to pass emissions, so I can't register it anymore.

RallyWrench > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:00

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LeMons. It is the only way. Put a big dorsal fin on it like the D-types, and use what life it has left racing like a Sir. It's a rolling Viking burial.

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner 01/28/2015 at 12:01

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I'm think Ebay and dropping it into the X-type enthusiasts forums (Yes those exist, they are the reason I've kept it on the road for so long.)

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > RallyWrench 01/28/2015 at 12:02

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I would think an X-Type would be theme enough.

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:04

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hahahaha, there's a forum for everything.

Except Montegos. We get lumped in with the Torino/Fairlane crowd.

SidewaysOnDirt still misses Bowie > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:04

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That sucks. Cats are easy, though. Just get a cheap universal one, some flex-pipe, and some hose clamps. Should be good.

Mosqvich > For Sweden 01/28/2015 at 12:08

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It's funny you say that. I think we're about due for another purge of old cars. In reality though, I'm sure his car could be parted out to other X-Typers.

Mosqvich > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:09

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I love your new car. It's very nice indeed.

Part out the Jag. You'd be doing your X-Type community a big favor. Seriously, I'm sure there are folks who need this and that.

Audi-os, Amigos! > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:11

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(The computer reset the mileage to 180,000 somewhere around the 205,000 mile mark)

wut

RallyWrench > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:13

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This is true. Maybe a Star Wars X-wing theme would work well too.

CalzoneGolem > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:14

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You have a BMW tow vehicle.

thebigbossyboss > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:18

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"Track car".

ClassicDatsunDebate > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 12:44

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Very nice!

You need to change your screen name to "My N54 does too have real turbos!" :)

My TL is coming off lease in April and I'm looking at 135 or 335i coupe. Something CPO so I can buy it outright...because track days. Your new 535 is exactly what I'd be looking for if I wanted another larger sedan. Perfect color combo as well!

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > Audi-os, Amigos! 01/28/2015 at 12:51

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I had a little electrical problem, when I got it sorted out the mileage was lower. I don't know, I'll just market it as actual miles unknown, at this point who cares what the mileage is.

My X-type is too a real Jaguar > SidewaysOnDirt still misses Bowie 01/28/2015 at 12:53

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The Jag has 4

philipilihp > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 13:22

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The mileage makes it even more of a steal. Well done! And on the level, I didn't know there were different ones! This is all I saw:

http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte…

jmedarts > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 13:45

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Wait a year or two and then slap a chip in it. Just did my 335, it's like a whole new car!

Galileo Humpkins (aka MC Clap Yo Handz) > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 15:50

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Congrats on the 5! Always loved the 5 Series. About the Jaaaagg though, something along these lines could benefit you .

HeathJokerSick > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 01/28/2015 at 16:42

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Because everything on it will probably leak or break, hopefully before the CPO warranty expires.

VonBelmont > My X-type is too a real Jaguar 02/15/2015 at 22:44

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I feel like these '00s Jags are basically the Malaise Luxobarges of today. They're mostly all cheap high-mileage beaters, for sale by their 5th owner, running on borrowed time, inadvertently living up to the reputation that they tried so hard to shake. As such, they sit in sketchy wholesale auctions and buy-here-pay-here lots, alone and unwanted.

Great, I accidentally shamed myself into wanting one :/