I normally drive cars that cost two grand , and the last i kept for 10 years upto now. So the jag is a big step up for me, i am not fearing a petrol engine as i have rebuilt a few, but diesels i know little about and the weight will be too much for my jacks and axle stands. I have pretty much decide...

Thanks Steve, I am having doubts about getting an X type now as i have warned by a chap who had full exposure to the costs when things go wrong, said his 2.0d transit had wrong oil put in and this blew the camshaft oil supply gallery which cases the cam to move around , ie becomes loose. Also he had...

I sympathize with Piman, i am looking at the 2.2 litre diesel Jag and you just don't know where you with the adverts. Their is a disclaimer printed on the adverts for "autotrader" stating they are not covered for any inaccuracy in the advert. So where does that leave the buyer, well for me, i have t...

I have not got my Jag yet, joined to hopefully improve my odds of getting a good one. I am looking at a 2.2d SE 2007/8 . i am very inexperienced with diesel cars, so can someone please guide me through what to expect on start up. i mean, is there a delay before turning the ig key? Will it run lump a...

Just thought i would introduce myself here before i bombard people with loads of questions

I am Andy , i have not bought my Jag yet, but i am tracking several X-types. Looking to get a 2.2D SE or Sovereign. Any buying advice would be duly welcome.

Cheers Andy