What are the common problems with the Jaguar XKR?

Common problems with XKR? I have just had the (apparently) common problem of water pouring into the passenger footwell after driving for a while with the A/C on. I found on the forum that it is a known issue with the drain pipe, which Jaguar have redesigned and sell for about £5, but fitting is a dash out job and they charge £370!

Why does my Jaguar XK go into limp mode?

Sensors are there to protect the engine from damage and when they start to fail then limp home mode will always come on. If you can find which one it is that is the start point. I don’t get oily hand any more, but there are several XK owners who know their way round that engine. Peter. You can post now and register later.

When did the first Jaguar XKR come out?

First, to clarify what we’re talking about: Jaguar used the XKR name on two very different cars: one was made 1996–2006 and had a steel body, the other from 2006–2014 and was all aluminium. The internal Jaguar model numbers for these were X100 and X150.

Is the Jaguar XK type a reliable car?

The XK type was Jaguar’s flagship, and was generally made as high-spec and reliable as Jaguar could, even to the extent of over-engineering some aspects. The only problems you regularly hear about are electrical, and are almost always solved by replacing an old battery.

What kind of paint does a Jaguar XKR have?

Only 500 coupés and 500 convertibles were built and featured a special anthracite paint finish, black leather interior, Brembo brakes and 20-inch BBS wheels. Limited edition Jaguar XKR 100s are identified by revised bonnet badges, special chequered-flag decorated tread-plates, 19-inch Atlas wheels and bright red Brembo brake callipers.

When was the last Jaguar XKR 100 made?

Limited edition Jaguar XKR 100s are identified by revised bonnet badges, special chequered-flag decorated tread-plates, 19-inch Atlas wheels and bright red Brembo brake callipers. The magnificent XKR 4.2-S was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2005 and was the last XK to be based on the 1996-launched design.

When did the last Jaguar XK8 come out?

The magnificent XKR 4.2-S was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2005 and was the last XK to be based on the 1996-launched design. A well cared for XK8 or XKR in either Classic or Sport trim makes perfect sense for anyone seeking a fast, well-mannered sports car with an outstanding pedigree.

How long does it take to service a Jaguar XKR?

Incidentally, Jaguar seem to have acknowledged the problem and issued a service bullitin limiting what the dealers can charge to about £370 inc VAT. Apparently it’s 2.80 hours officially, but I’d be amazed if they can get the dash and heater/aircon box out and in again in that time!

Why is my XKR fan full of greesy Black Water?

Beware as you take the fan out – mine was full of greesy black water! I got the plastic fan off the shaft by removing the circlip and while the wife held the plastic fan I hit the shaft out with a mandrill!

Is the JAG XKR a luxury sports car?

But the 2000–06 XKR is a luxury sports car that can stand on its own merits—and that includes the Jag’s current market value, which is so far below its original MSRP that you might wonder what exactly is wrong with the thing. The answer is: nothing much.

How long does it take to fix a Jaguar XKR fan?

Actually this is less than I was quoted from my favourite Indipendent specialist (£500+) as Jaguar now do it on a fixed price with 2.8 hours labour. At the same time I found that the fan was making an odd noise.

Is the Jaguar XKR still on the road?

There were just over 90,000 built and many remain on the road today, although numbers have started declining in recent years as the poorest examples have become uneconomical to keep. The supercharged XKR is a little rarer, of course.

When did the first Jaguar XK8 come out?

Two years later, Jaguar brought out the supercharged version, the XKR, which came with a whopping 370bhp. Production of the first generation XK8 and XKR spanned 10 years, between 1996 and 2006, with Jaguar refreshing the line-up in 2003 by fitting both cars with new 4.2 litre engines and upping the power to 300 and 400bhp respectively.

Is the Jaguar XK ( X100 ) a future classic?

Less than a year later Jaguar released the XKR 100, again with a number of performance and styling related refinements. Within a very short space of time, all 500 examples had been sold, and over the following years Jaguar produced several more limited edition versions of the XK. Will it be a future classic?

When did the Jaguar XK Silverstone come out?

In 2001 they released the XKR Silverstone to celebrate the company’s return to F1 and British racing fans’ passion for the circuit. Only 100 were ever made, half of which were convertibles, and all were finished in striking silver and given performance and styling upgrades.

Why is my Jaguar X100 XK8 not working?

During normal service, the V8 engines in these vehicles could experience partial blockage of the restrictor in the engine part-load breather – this blockage would restrict the correct operation of the engine breather system.

When was the Jaguar X100 XK recall issued?

In April 1997, a recall was issued for Jaguar X100 XK models in the VIN range 001531 to 006306 due to the possible incorrect seating of two retaining rings in the final drive housing, causing the output shaft to become detached from the final drive unit ( PRA 1997/3129 ).

Which is better the xk or the XKR?

The XKR is a harder ride and more feisty. I like the lines of the XK without the bonnet vents. I also like the linear smooth power delivery of the NA V8. The XKR is more prone to wheelspin and needs a gentle right foot. Not so with the XK. I can drive the XK with more vigour.

Can you control the iPod on a Jaguar XKR?

There is an option to control the ipod GUI and pick what you want (on CD 6) but I never managed to get this to work. The other frustrating thing is you cannot switch between CD changer and ipod on the fly, you have to turn the engine off.

How many miles does a 2002 Jaguar XJ Sport have?

It is a 2002 Jaguar XJ Sport with 55,000 miles. I bought it for much less than $15,000. I purchased it to replace my 1998 Jaguar XJ8. When I bought it, it had 72,000 miles. It now has 203,000; uses no oil; and runs like a top. Now you know why I just purchased my third Jag. I may be about to “inherit” a 1993 XJ6 sedan.

What kind of engine does the Jaguar XJR have?

The supercharged 322bhp XJR also arrived to challenge the BMW M5 but the 313 bhp V12, which was carried over from the XJ40, remained the pinnacle of the range. However, in terms of numbers, it was having real trouble making a case against the grunty new XJR.

Is there a problem with my Yamaha xjr1300?

Q: I have a friend who has a 2008 Yamaha XJR1300. He has a problem with a code that keeps coming up on the warning panel – when you switch the ignition on, the code that shows up is “20”. If the engine is run for a minute or so and then switched off and then back on again, the error clears.

Are there any known problems with the Jaguar XJR?

The older Jaguar XJR is indeed a great car, but can be expensive to run, especially if anything should go wrong – which isn’t unheard of. The Nikasil bore liner sulphur erosion problem you mentioned is indeed only a problem on cars up to 2000 and was sorted out in mid-2000, but you’ll definitely be safe with any car from September 2000 onwards.

Are there any problems with the Yamaha XJR 1200?

Engine problems seem to be a common issue on the XJR 1200 models, especially those older, used bokes with upgraded exhaust systems. Apart from the engine cutting out, riders have also reported cases of engine misfires and backfire. To clarify, a misfire and a backfire are not the same things.

How many miles does a Jaguar XJR have?

I’ve owned a 2003 Celica (140bhp) for two years now and fancy a bit of a change. Talking down the pub with friends, we got on to slightly older but very powerful saloons. I’ve since taken a fancy to a 2001 Jaguar XJR with 60,000 miles on the clock for around £7500.

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