2000 Jaguar S-Type 4.0 review from North America
"Not worth the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Thermostat and water pump replaced 42,000 miles.
Auto window mechanism failed at 45,000 miles.
Water-pump failed at 46,000 miles.
Driver's side parking lite replaced due to inability to stay in car body.
Seats have started to wear badly.
Transmission failed at 65,000 miles.
Heater failed.
Navigator failed at 68,000 miles.
Engine heads blew and gas in coolant system, engine died at 71,000 miles.
General comments?
This luxury car has been a headache since day one.
Although styling, handling, and comfort are terrific, the upkeep costs are astronomical.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 LITER V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 42000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 71000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 16th December, 2007 |