What kind of car is the Jaguar S-type?
Jaguar’s distinctively styled mid-level S-Type sedan was introduced for the 2000 model year. The optional V8 is strong and smooth, the V6 much less so. The interior is a bit tight and the trunk is tiny. We found its handling fairly nimble, while ride quality was supple and controlled.
How much does a 1999 Jaguar S-type cost?
Any small dents, dings, rips or stains will markedly affect the value of most luxury cars and this Jaguar is no exception. (approx based on a 1999 S-TYPE 3.0) Spares fro the S-TYPE are about par for the course for an executive car. Front brake pads are around £50, whilst rears are £40.
When was the last time I drove a Jaguar?
If your last experience with a Jaguar was one of the unlovely XJ40 models from the eighties, then the feel of an S-TYPE may come as a surprise. Only a few details jar, such as the quality of some plastics used in the interior – most notably on the glove box and ashtrays.
At the same time, it draws on a proud tradition of Jaguar sports saloons, harking back to the S-Type and Mark 2 saloons of the 1960s.” Jaguar’s focus on the car’s distinctively retro exterior appearance detracted partly from the one area of the car that failed to ignite the passions of media pundits, namely the cabin.
Are there any problems with the Jaguar S-type club?
Recently a number of snags have occurred, including the parkbrake problems with the unit failing either off OR on! A couple of weeks ago the parkbrake failed off but as the car was still driveable I left it for a few days – not using the car very much.
What’s the warning light on a jaguar’s type?
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Why is my jaguar’s type gearbox not working?
About two years ago (c50k miles) on a hot summer drive in southern England it flashed up ‘gearbox fault’ when crawling through start stop traffic, and trying to change gears at low speed. With the error message up, the car could not change gear.
Why did Jaguar stop making the Jaguar S-type?
Luxury car aficionados could argue that this Jaguar S-Type was just a more vibrant version of the Ford Taurus. In fact, Jaguar had a contentious relationship with Ford even before the S-Type’s release, bringing us to another reason why the S-Type was discontinued.
What kind of engine does the Jaguar S-type have?
The 2002 S-Type had a 3.0-liter V8 engine, and the 2003 model had revised trims. Audiophiles could choose to get the Alpine sound system installed in the car. 2004 meant the introduction of adaptive cruise control, meaning that the car utilized cameras and lasers to ensure an ample distance from other cars.
Who was the project engineer for the jaguar’s type?
Speaking at the car’s launch, the S-Type’s Project Engineer, Dave Szczupak, was unapologetic about trying to home in on the German brand’s core territory. “The BMW was, dynamically, the benchmark,” he said.
How old is the battery on my Jaguar?
Probably it is, Mark, The battery in my car was 4 years and 11 months old the Christmas before last, and the Parkbrake Fault came on 5 times in two days. I fully charged the battery but found it wasn’t holding the charge.