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@DRILLBABYDRIL
10 ай бұрын
I’d look at the rear quarter widow seals for that leak
@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff
9 ай бұрын
@Number27 out of interest when you booked this in with jaguar what did you request them to do in terms of an inspection? I want to do the same with my BMW E91 330d with a main dealer to get an idea of any potential work that the recommend having done
A sad story really. Main dealers don’t want to repair anything, all they want to do is replace with new, at your expense.
@resnonverba137
10 ай бұрын
The car is treated as a new, 60-70k vehicle. That is how things work.
@rob5944
10 ай бұрын
As Scotty Kilmer says, they have huge overheads.
@jamesf8864
10 ай бұрын
@@resnonverba137Things can be fixed. Not everything needs to be replaced with a brand new part. That is how things work in my world.
@midlifecarsis6420
10 ай бұрын
They don't know how to. Just monkeys with written procedures. Monkey see, monkey do.
@SkysaxonDragonslayer
10 ай бұрын
They have to do for warranty reasons! On the other hand labour costs often more than replacing the part.
@phillipchapman169
10 ай бұрын
I have a leak in my boot also where water is pooling at the very bottom while the rest of the sides seem dry. It seems to have occurred since it’s re spray along with a few other annoying things. As for your sticking radio mast. Again I had similar issue whereby it wouldn’t rise all the way up and would not lower completely. My solution which bye the way worked and sees the mast rise and fall effortlessly now, is a can of WD40 with the red tube attached to minimise overspray and a kitchen towel or two. Step one: Turn ignition part way enough to get dash to light up. Turn on radio and quickly run round to the mast and firmly, evenly and gently pull/help the mast rise until all the way up taking care not to bend this way or that. Step two: Wipe mast clean from the bottom to the top )not the top to bottom as that may push any sludge or grit further into the next section of the mast) with kitchen towel. Step three: Lubricate each mast section using kitchen towel to guard overspray and wipe wd40 evenly from bottom to top allowing liberal spray of wd40 to trickle into each section top. And liberally wipe excess wd40 off again bottom to top. Then turn off radio and run round to the mast to gently help the mast lower in the event or as soon as it begins to struggle lowering. Step four: Repeat this process as many times as necessary (probably at least three or four times plus) as this will enable you to fully wipe off any escaping sludge or grit that will be dislodged from the mast section joints. By the end you should find your mast rising and lowering without issue. This is clearly a bit of general maintenance that will need to be done from time to time say once every six months to annually. NO NEED to go out buying a new unit unless completely broken. Hope this helps
@mickyhamer1300
10 ай бұрын
Headlamp cleaning kit ..Halford £25 different grades of wet and dry...fits into a drill..half an hour later ...like new!
@michaelpegasiou4531
10 ай бұрын
The headlight cost is surely a typo,how can they keep a straight face when showing you that 😂
@grumpywurzel1973
10 ай бұрын
Not sure about this model specifically, but I know to do anything with an XF headlight, you need to remove the bumper to get access. Not sure if those prices include labour though?
@dalemanolas5994
10 ай бұрын
Lights are always a ripoff. The manufacturer knows that they'll get broken and it's easy money for them. I've seen really basic rear lights for common cars selling for crazy prices. You look at it and see that it's two or three simple pieces of plastic made in China. The manufacturer likely buys them at $10 each.
@stevemawer848
10 ай бұрын
Modern headlights are a bit more complicated than a bulb in front of a reflector.
@dalemanolas5994
10 ай бұрын
@@stevemawer848 A bunch of LEDs in front of a reflector is actually not much more complex. All the injection molded plastic crap is basically the same.
@Sandysand701
10 ай бұрын
The headlight replacement price is just a big con, it's so expensive because they can make money out of insurance companies paying for a collision, any sane person would just polish/buff them out, no wonder insurance is so costly.
@HypocriticYT
10 ай бұрын
Some cars you just toss a lit match and walk away not looking back 😂
@feedback1814
10 ай бұрын
Main dealerships eh? I have a 2011 XF 5.0 V8, and for a timing chain and all the associated parts, etc, and one bank of injectors, they charged me 4.5k. At the time in 2021, it was £186 per hour for labour. Now that has risen to £235 per hour. That 4k+ headlight cost has got to be a typo. The black XK is a lovely looking car to be fair
@nickmandleberg
9 ай бұрын
Those headlights can be restored for £30 and some elbow grease on a sunday afternoon... I've done it myself on a 2005 x5 and they came up like new.
@benfinesilver2250
10 ай бұрын
Not everyone has your know how. Jaguars depreciate like a rock because people consider the repair costs to be higher than other competitors such as Lexus BMW and Mercedes. Surely being ripped off at main dealers must have an effect on the sales of new cars for these reasons. If Jaguar did a better job of enforcing decent repair costs by monitoring rip off dealers, they would sell far more cars. The product is often superior for the money when new, regardless of image.
@kimwalton2873
10 ай бұрын
We have all had a similar experience. I brought my 20 year old Ford Escort to a local mechanic. The car was leaking power steering fluid. At the time the car was worth $1000. They wanted me to spend $6000 on repairs for lots of different issues. I am dumb, but not that dumb.
@Pietervdv
10 ай бұрын
It's a car I've had my eye on for a while but haven't bit the bullet thus far. I look forward to future content. I think it's the closest I'll get to a performance car.
@stevemawer848
10 ай бұрын
Find a decent one and you won't regret it!
@Pietervdv
10 ай бұрын
@@stevemawer848 taxation in Portugal is horrid for these cars, so that's the main reason why.
@waynefilkins8394
9 ай бұрын
the fact that these cars went for 80k or w/e and have this many problems makes their entire brand look kind of scammy, especially with those repair costs.
@modmod392
10 ай бұрын
Stealerships really are a special kind of cowboy
@johntapley2549
10 ай бұрын
Re leak, didn't i see ed china on wheeler dealers fix a similar problem by putting a smoke machine in the car and then monitoring where it leaked out. I might have imagined that though.😂
@johnshaw359
10 ай бұрын
Can you use a smoke device to see where the leaks are coming from?
@garryburton1544
10 ай бұрын
With regards to the water leak, do your best to dry out inside the boot and just cover everything in talcum powder. Hopefully you should see the water tracking down through the powder. the added bonus to this should make the boots smell very nice.
@alexandrecouture2462
10 ай бұрын
Oh my! Then all the boot is dirty with powder everywhere. But I guess it can work.
@Mrted20886
10 ай бұрын
Check boot seal and rear lights for any issues.the electric glitches are typical Jaguar.there might be a software update for head unit but there known for being sluggish.the sub frame is surface rust,same on my Xf.poor treatment of metal when produced,cleans up 👍.
@flybobbie1449
10 ай бұрын
Never use powder, i had need to use powder fire extinguisher. Still falling out of nooks 4 years later.
@flybobbie1449
10 ай бұрын
Just use tissue, loo or kitchen.
@stevie-ray2020
10 ай бұрын
That leak along with the missing heat-shield makes me suspect that it's had a shunt in the rear! Also could possibly explain the corroded rear sub-frame & split tie-rod!
@thisiszaphod
10 ай бұрын
First mistake - going to a main dealer. Go to an Independent Specialist/Dealer!
@bigmacdaddy1234
10 ай бұрын
Nope. I had the same Jaguar and the best independent Jaguar specialist was not as good as the Jaguar dealer. The specialist was not as thorough and actually charged more.
@ianheath6797
10 ай бұрын
Agreed. I had a Porsche Cayman and the so called Porsche Specialists did all the tracking at great expense and then forgot to tighten the adjusters. @@bigmacdaddy1234
@mrdainase
10 ай бұрын
There's plenty so-called specialists who are nothing of the sort, they just like the brand (or like the money they can make from the owners)
@davidellis279
10 ай бұрын
Buying these high performance vehicles is always a roll of the dice especially from private sellers and auctions,if you must buy one have it inspected by a professional prior to purchase,it no good buying it and then complaining afterwards,a main agent full service history is always an indication of how the vehicle has been looked after,people buy these vehicles not realising what their running and repair costs will be and it can be very expensive sometimes running into thousands for a badly neglected vehicle,an engine could cost £10,000-00 plus fitting plus VAT quite easily just by running out of water or oil,think very carefully before purchasing.
@PaulTC777
10 ай бұрын
its just for the video
@idesignyou...9257
10 ай бұрын
Those Jag prices are insane! Those headlights can be easily fixed with a headlight restore kit for under 50 pounds! Sounds like you've got yourself a nice Jag there Jack for the money!
@sladehelicoptersgaming3148
10 ай бұрын
Recently did this and used a power drill as a buffer , epic result 👍
@lewis72
10 ай бұрын
I paid someone to do my headlamps and that wa only £33 per lamp.
@martinda7446
10 ай бұрын
Can't believe anybody paid fifty quid or someone else to polish headlamps... You can polish with T-Cut. The finishing may cost something anti UV coating. Great result with the Jag.
@lewis72
10 ай бұрын
@@martinda7446 "Can't believe anybody paid fifty quid or someone else to polish headlamps." - I earnt more at work than doing it myself.
@jaglover
10 ай бұрын
Dealerships don't polish or fix. They replace with new parts period.
@Google_Is_Evil
10 ай бұрын
If they didn't spot the leak in the boot or talked about history codes for your ABS unit (most likely reason cruise control failed) I wouldn't be overly impressed by how good or bad they found the rest of the car. I would look into replacing the entertainment unit for something modern that is made to fit in your car and not bother too much with getting it fixed, unless you find a specialist that can do it on a budget.
@DavidBowman-gv4wn
10 ай бұрын
The Japanese infotainment system screen also controls many other systems so you have to keep it. It's plug and play. Replace it with a more modern XF screen (cx part compatibility) from Latvia breakers. There are tubes on how to take it out the console. God I'm glad I don't have to deal with the UK insane MOT rip off!
@chrisbanks5925
10 ай бұрын
Main dealers almost always rip you off.
@timgosling6189
10 ай бұрын
Confidence in the dealer takes an early hit when they can't spell 'aerial'. The cruise issue is sometimes down to a fault in one or more of the wheel speed sensors; it can be just that they've got a bit cruddy but if there is a failure they aren't that pricey. A check of the fault codes would be useful. The central screen works just about all the secondary functionality in the car so of course you can't just put in a different head unit, but even from new Jaguars of this age had a bit of an issue with wiring connectors (I had an early XF) so it might be something as easy as just a disconnect and clean up the terminals. Fingers crossed!
@rob5944
10 ай бұрын
I remember in Autocar feature an Alfa 164 was pitted against the XJ the jag had a sticking brake caliper that caused the same problem, a good few years ago now!
@stevemawer848
10 ай бұрын
I spotted the aerial thing but, on balance, I'd rather have a competent but illiterate mechanic fix my car than an English professor who didn't know one end of a spanner from the other! 🙂
@Africa1000
10 ай бұрын
Absolutely correct! Poor spelling is a killer for me. If the mechanic doesn't care about his written presentation it speaks volumes. It points to him possibly being fairly illiterate which could mean that he doesn't read much which in turn means he hasn't studied much of the necessary technical information out there. Worse still it could be that he is perfectly capable of spelling correctly but can't be bothered to find out it and check. What else is he not bothered about doing correctly?
@shelbynamels973
9 ай бұрын
I had the same reaction when I came across a truck mechanic who misspelled 'diesel'.
@kehindewatson
8 ай бұрын
I saw that too Lool
@Lot76CARS
10 ай бұрын
To be honest, most premium brand retailers are not used to having vehicles that old back in the workshop, unless they offer special rates for all vehicles. The policy dictated by the factory is replace rather than repair, however, if you use a good independent like Tom Lenthall then you can probably run one on a more reasonable budget. Clearly nobody is going to replace a front set of lights when you can simply polish them. Nevertheless, I think you’ve got yourself one hell of a car for the price that you paid!
@rob5944
10 ай бұрын
I agree, they're cars aimed at those who buy/lease new and either aren't bothered by the bills or sell them at three years old.
@stevemawer848
10 ай бұрын
Most of the cost will be their eye-watering labour rates!
@flybobbie1449
10 ай бұрын
They never repair, just replace, liability issues and new parts come with warranty.
@rob5944
10 ай бұрын
@@flybobbie1449 of course, except that you'd think that obscure parts on the shelf would be sold at a more reasonable price rather than gathering dust.
@ianhorabin9763
10 ай бұрын
Check the seals on the rear light clusters,there renoun for letting water in.👍
@resnonverba137
10 ай бұрын
They're renowned... FFS!
@ianheath6797
10 ай бұрын
Also replace the boot surround rubber. I had a 2year old Mercedes that leaked like a sieve in the boot. After nearly going bonkers trying to find the cause the surround was replaced and thereafter the boot was bone dry.
@michaelarchangel1163
10 ай бұрын
I'd be slightly wary of any dealership that can't spell aerial correctly. This one seems like they're more into misspelt mythology than realistic pricing. If there's anyone who loathes main dealerships more than I do, let's just say I wouldn't like to meet them down a dark alley.
@kennethyoder9766
10 ай бұрын
I noticed that spelling right away, but I wondered if it was a British thing, like “tyre” vs. “tire”.😊
@michaelarchangel1163
10 ай бұрын
@Lookup2Wakeup For many, a car is the largest investment monetarily, second only to a house. I am calm, in spite of court action against a couple of parasites, but thanks for the quack psychoanalytical input.
@wpjohn91
10 ай бұрын
It seems both are used
@erikschuddeboom3223
10 ай бұрын
Technicians are rarely English language specialists. As long as they can repair the car, be thankful.
@michaelarchangel1163
10 ай бұрын
@@erikschuddeboom3223 A supposed mechanical specialist franchised dealership overfilled my car's sump on two separate occasions, the first time blowing one crankshaft oil seal, the second time the other end, contaminating the timing belt, resulting in the need for gearbox removal and a new belt. I'm thankful for results, not sycophantic forelock tugging or daft observations from the likes of your fine self.
@gp1683
10 ай бұрын
If you'd used painters tape on either side of the panel seam, the black RTV would look "factory" when the tape is lifted. Smudging it on looks crunk.
@xmaniac99
10 ай бұрын
10k is like your average monthly grocery bill these days, excluding liquor.
@Number27
10 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@adrianfowles7250
10 ай бұрын
Agreed, a good result. Can't blame Jaguar for doing what they are supposed to do, which is quote for replacing worn parts with new. Agree with your approach of a mix of DIY & don't bother. One thing I would disagree on is the wheels. I'd have a specialist sort them out as there is a risk of a blowout. How old is the battery? These cars are notorious for electrical issues if the battery isn't in top condition. Might fix your dash & cruise issues.
@ianheath6797
10 ай бұрын
Just Tyres have an excellent wheel straightening service quite cheap too.
@iandico
9 ай бұрын
Agree,Battery needs to be spot on ,and a reset may help
@willsmith3062
10 ай бұрын
Wow! What a result. You must be well pleased. Fundamentally the car is sound. I’m pretty certain the German brands that many Brits seem so obsessed over would not have faired any better.
@rob5944
10 ай бұрын
Absolutely
@alexanderSydneyOz
10 ай бұрын
Nor would the parts be cheaper...
@davebarron5939
10 ай бұрын
Surprised there was NO bushing issues, well done, polish the headlights seal the leak, replace the wheel strut and drive it! Cheers!
@darylwalford8697
10 ай бұрын
Whilst those wheels don't vibrate or leak air I'd still be concerned about them, alloy wheels bend slightly then crack which is something you wouldn't want to happen at high speed, Id make that a higher priority than the the tie rod. Otherwise looks like you have a bargain.
@31144
10 ай бұрын
I'll bet that boot leak is the rear light seals, if the lights are at the end of the drain gulley or intrude into it I reckon that's your issue, get those buckles done quickly, I repair Alloy wheels amongst other things and another bang in that area will crack the rim, LOVE the XK's, the XKR being on my bucket list ❤ the hanging infotainment system will be a BCM issue, may need a re-flash, great video again Sir 👍
@daveglover6115
10 ай бұрын
Great result Jack! Personally I would get the rims repaired (could be pothole damage) as a priority and just for peace of mind. Otherwise, a solid Jag.
@peterrenn6341
10 ай бұрын
I agree. - At least get them professionally checked by a wheel specialist. They can be cracked and still hold air. Hit another pothole and the wheel could let go catastrophically.
@robinhughes8822
10 ай бұрын
It would be interesting to see how much an independent Jaguar specialist would charge ,I know of one in Oxfordshire which is family run and very honest which is half the battle won .Good luck ,lovely car especially in black
@ruk2023--
10 ай бұрын
Just half this bill. The main dealers aren't generally dishonest they simply have massively higher business overheads and those are passed on to customers.
@johnbriggs3916
10 ай бұрын
@@ruk2023--One reason for massive overheads is that they have to deal with chancers who want a free quote for work they have no intention of having done...
@Millmiglia001
10 ай бұрын
Why are you so surprised - you took it to a Franchised Dealer, their overheads are huge and they have to make the money back and the mark up on parts is through the roof!!.
@MdvK13979
10 ай бұрын
More than 4.000 quid for the headlights is 'cheeky', shall I say politely... Otherwise, I'm impressed too Jack how good your car's current condition actually is. Former owner(s) must have loved it!
@realnutteruk1
10 ай бұрын
They've invented a contraceptive flour, so now you can eat your cake and have it!
@bobfrankish8883
10 ай бұрын
You're a smart guy Jack, I'm sure you knew this would be the case taking it to a main dealer. What did it cost for that report by the way? The way the dealers work now is that they quote maximum for everything and expect you to leave it rather than take it, because they don't really want the work. If you are mad enough to take it, kerching! Up until a few weeks ago, I worked part-time for Euro Car Parts, and I would regularly deliver aftermarket parts to local main dealerships, including, VW, Audi, Volvo, Skoda, Peugeot, Vauxhall, Mercedes, Suzuki, Honda, Ford, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan and Jaguar/Land Rover. BMW rarely bought anything from us, but it makes you wonder whether the others charge the customer for genuine parts and fit aftermarket, which are a fraction of the price. Average customer would not know the difference.
@wfifa199
10 ай бұрын
That's interesting to know. It's not exactly treating their customers fairly! I wonder if there are any consumer laws being broken by them doing that?
@jensenhealey08
10 ай бұрын
Oh yes, unless specifically agreed in advance.
@bobfrankish8883
10 ай бұрын
@@wfifa199Personally, I have not had a vehicle repaired or serviced at a main dealers for over 20 years at least, so I don't know what goes on. Maybe they offer the customer a choice when it comes to the parts? The problem is, how would you know? Eg. if you buy a genuine BMW oil filter for, let's say an E46, and look at the numbers on it, they are exactly the same as a Mann filter, which from ECP is easy half the price, but it is obviously the exact same filter that is fitted by BMW. Who is going to remove their new oil filter and see if it has BMW stamped on it?
@duncanpoundcake
10 ай бұрын
What have we learned here: 1. You can buy a cheap older once expensive car IF you know what you are doing and MANAGE your expectations. 2. Jaguar have a done a great job in telling you what needs fixing and what doesn't. 3. Jaguar have a done a great job publicising why main dealers are a complete rip off. 4. Most of these jobs are not life or car threatening. Can be tackled by you and over time. Thanks Jaguar!
@johnnyhunter2436
10 ай бұрын
Had a XK 2009 x60 anniversary model it was a gem such a beautiful beautiful thing ,had it for two years enjoyed every minute but always niggling was that big repair bill round the corner sold for £1000 more than I bought it which to me is a resultWorking away from home I just didn’t drive another
@julianp4787
10 ай бұрын
Just a thought......, the water leak Look to see if the drain hole in the petrol filler flap recess is not blocked. (Mine was and it backtracked rain into the boot)
@stevepitts7998
10 ай бұрын
There are also vents in the boot on each rear wing which have foam rubber seals. These perish and let in water.
@Richard-HiFiMan
10 ай бұрын
I bought a 2007 XK with 113k miles in late 2014. Most of the issues I had were interior cosmetic (buckled leather on the dash being the worst) due to the Texas heat. The aerial was an issue, but I just disconnected the power to it, that way it would always stay retracted. The only real failure was with the coolant expansion tank. It cracked at the inlet hose and I had to replace it. Which in replacing it lead to several of the other plastic hose connectors for the coolant lines to break. I believe the plastic connectors that Jaguar used in the engine bay seemed to be prone to heat damage over time.
@jensenhealey08
10 ай бұрын
I would be interested to hear if you fixed the leather on the dash or decided to live with it. I have had the same problem in Oxfordshire on my XF (very definitely not Texas) and can't see a way to fix it economically.
@Richard-HiFiMan
10 ай бұрын
@@jensenhealey08 I lived with for the 16 months I had the car (next was a 2005 Porsche Cayman S). All of the upholstery shops I went to wouldn't touch it because of the in-dash passenger side airbag. I bought a fitted carpeted dash cover that hid it fairly well.
@timberry1135
10 ай бұрын
its a known issue with the xf. Only 2 possible reliable fixes I know of are replacement and take off the current one, peel back the leather and reglue it while adding staples at the edges where they wont be seen. Neither are easy or quick to do and the replacement option is expensive.@@jensenhealey08
@jensenhealey08
10 ай бұрын
@@Richard-HiFiMan Thank you
@James-ld2jc
10 ай бұрын
I can't believe that price they quoted for the headlights. Insane
@m.r.e.s.6401
10 ай бұрын
Haha - i wouldn't place too much stock in what the main stealer comes up with. As regards the water ingress, try a smoke tablet - great for detecting all kinds of leaks.
@richardconway6425
10 ай бұрын
A smoke tablet? I've never heard of doing that before. Do you put that inside the boot, and then see where the smoke comes out?
@m.r.e.s.6401
10 ай бұрын
@@richardconway6425 That's the general idea. I bought some to test my chimney when i opened my fireplace up and i used them for a few other leak tests over the years. Think maybe they called them smoke pellets, actually.
@markcarter9476
10 ай бұрын
The main issue here is that you went to a main agent. They do a very poor job, charge the earth and tell you everything needs doing. Total rip off.
@YouTube
10 ай бұрын
she's a beauty tho 😍
@DaDa-David
10 ай бұрын
WELL PLEASED for you Jack! that must have been a relief once you pulled the details out of the total price! Interesting to see what dealers prices are like of course (Yawm) they are more expensive than specialists but we all know what we know right! Clear example of some of the stupidity of prices, especially headlights - if you insured that car with my employer and love tapped another car, we'd total loss it just for x1 headlight and respraying the bumper - untter madness!
@stonelaughter
10 ай бұрын
I love the way they came up with an 11 grand bill and didn't mention ANY of the things you found wrong before you got there LOLOLOLOL
@paulie-Gualtieri.
10 ай бұрын
Jack this Jaguar dealer is disgrace with these prices, find a good independent Jaguar specialist.
@glennob7663
10 ай бұрын
The last 2 cars I had that leaked in the boot were both caused by water tracking around the flange for the boot seal. Try removing the seal, cleaning the flange and then run a bead of sealant on the flange before refitting the seal
@johnsim3722
10 ай бұрын
Had similar with a Subaru Impreza. I used compressed air to blast around the seal, cleaning out any dirt and then it sealed again.
@uselessDM
10 ай бұрын
I don't know why the dealer is blamed so much in the comments. He asked what they think needs doing and that's what they gave him. Noone is holding him at gunpoint forcing him to give them the ten thousand pound to do the work. The things they deem necessary are 500 pounds, which seems reasonable.
@Mr_Wibble
10 ай бұрын
In my 2007 XKR Convertible (had it for 9 years) the entertainment unit freezing on the startup screen was an indication of a weak battery (these cars eat batteries, they usually lasti for only 3 years max). Swapping in a good new battery / keeping it on a top up charger if you don't drive it very regularly is a good move.
@ingleman.6529
10 ай бұрын
Are you willing to disclose how much the dealer charged for this very comprehensive assessment and report? Brilliant video, thanks!
@daftvader4218
10 ай бұрын
My 2005 Toyota 4x4 still passes every M0T..... everything still works..... No leaks.....every JAG leaks eventually ....some when new..
@paulie-Gualtieri.
10 ай бұрын
I can genuinely see Jaguar going the way of Saab, especially when they see the future being solely electric.
@john1703
10 ай бұрын
Jaguar SUVs are really Range Rovers in disguise.
@bigmacdaddy1234
10 ай бұрын
@@john1703 Actually no. They are worse.
@leso204
10 ай бұрын
Not only big makes' like jag are rip-off agents' 3 yr ago bought a 16 plate LTD edition ford transit connect 3 weeks later it died , did a EOBD scan it turned out the fault was an exhaust temp sensor one of 2 , ford qoated £364 each ,now seeing as i was a industial maintenance engineer i knew exactly what the sensors were & not £364 removed sensor took model number printed on the unit , went to my supplyer £2,40 , now to me thats a piss-take the average joe pubilc would have paid £364 x 2 plus labour to fit , so there you go it's not only the high end marque service shops rip us off .............
@nigelbond4056
10 ай бұрын
Who’d have thought a Jaguar main dealer would try to rip you off 🤣
@Willberight2moro
10 ай бұрын
Ask any dealer and they dont make money on the cars hence servicing, upgrades and replacements. I was quoted $850aud plus labour for a new replacement rear windscreen washer motor on a Nissan Pulsar 2013. I got one from a breakers for $100. Dealers survive on company car, or finance owned cars when its contracted to service, or for warranty residual value... Good luck with the new motor...
@paulriggers1558
10 ай бұрын
main dealer master-tech here, let's rewrite that list --- red - 2 buckled wheels, all the rest - amber... yes, they are going to stick it up you, but at least get it in the right order... centrifugal force at high speed, along with a hot, pliable tyre has a good chance of air loss, which will cause further heat build-up + eventual failure, not ideal. look at 7:54, the rim is deformed by about 3mm away from where metal should be to hold the bead securely in place. it ain't coming off round the doors, but soon as there is 3 digits shown, tighten your seatbelt... cruise reqs no background faults visible, best guess, dodgy ABS signal keep it up young man, + fix your wheels PS, i would love to see their full internal refurb costs if it was one of their sales cars [£1500?]
@robru
10 ай бұрын
How ridiculous to charge so much for lights. No wonder people avoid main dealers like the plague when their cars are out of warranty. As you rightly point out they just need cleaning up. I did my car with a £15 Holts kit from Amazon.
@malcolmlane-ley2044
10 ай бұрын
Interesting exercise with the JLR dealership and no surprise when you when you look how much overhead recovery they have to achieve with the ridiculously oppulent premises; it makes me cringe every time I visit but they have been very clever to intimidate me into thinking anything other than a genuine Range Rover service history will kill it's resale value. It will be interesting to hear how much you actually spend getting the vehicle up to scratch with a combination of DIY and thriftiness. Good luck with the water leak but based on the amount of owners with the same problem there will no doubt be a solution found soon.
@northnsouth6813
10 ай бұрын
I took my Jaguar XKR to Jaguar Lincoln who said it needed £2000 in repairs. I then took it to an independant Jaguar specialist who charged me an hours labour but could find no faults on what Jaguar Lincoln said I needed doing.
@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne
10 ай бұрын
I owned a 12 plate 5.0 Portfolio. I sold it after it cost me £600+ to replace a headlight bulb. RIP-OFF.
@Herman6507
10 ай бұрын
Great video 👍 I would really un-dent the wheel rims though. Wheels are maybe the most critical items on a car. With all dynamic forces put on them, especially at this sports car, I wouldn't dare taking the risk.
@TheVagolfer
10 ай бұрын
So...The headlights are about two thirds of the cars value? Getting a deal on a Jag and then taking it to the dealer to have it sorted seems counterintuitive. You can fix the leak by - 1) Not driving in the rain, and 2) Parking in a garage.
@colinlawless5654
10 ай бұрын
I did work in a Jaguar dealership for many years now retired. It's Jaguar's fault they have pressured Dealerships over many years and eroded confidence in their product and future. Good technians and staff have left or retired. What's left are fitters and inexperienced staff.
@Sandysand701
10 ай бұрын
My son had to scrap his nice jag, because 2nd hand parts could not be used, they have to have a code that matches the year and specific model of the car, that includes the colour as well, even a wiring loom is somehow coded, they do it so you have to buy new parts from them. I would never buy a Jag after finding that out, they go wrong a lot as well.
@apwip
10 ай бұрын
How much was the report? It must have taken some time to do all the checks and I expect the dealership will charge for the time taken. They may take off this charge if you let them carry out the work.
@richardallsop5039
10 ай бұрын
Hello Again, it looks as if you have a really good car, most post 2000 Jaguars are, well done. Regarding the boot water leak, do what you can if no success then taking care 'drill' a couple of holes in the boot floor, otherwise you will be looking for water forever !!!! Regards, RichardA. (a Jaguar Owner)
@loonaticsrunningtheassylum
9 ай бұрын
It's a jag. Be easier to list what doesn't need repair/replace... Wouldn't touch one with a bargepole
@yzfdunc
10 ай бұрын
Heat sheilds always come loose and sit on top of the exhaust rattling. Think of it as a weight saving 😄. Honestly I think it could of been a lot worse. Head lights did make me laugh though!
@StevenPope-qn3qb
10 ай бұрын
To see where the water leak is from, perhaps use a fog/smoke machine inside the closed car. This maybe worth a go?
@19892CV
10 ай бұрын
That's how an elusive leak was found in a 928 I had a few years ago
@richardcarter1000
10 ай бұрын
Main dealer £10k. DIY over a weekend, £500. Great vid
@turnfordguitars
10 ай бұрын
Basically, don't go to a dealer for anything! You'll just get ripped off!
@nicwilson6587
10 ай бұрын
No solution offered from the dealer regarding the intermittent fault on the infotainment system, cruise control and water leak?
@wealdtkd3559
10 ай бұрын
£4k for light units? Are they covered in gold and have a diamond in each? :(
@uamade
9 ай бұрын
10k bill and "red" stuff that really needs attention is 20 times less than that. what a rip off.
@resnonverba137
10 ай бұрын
I don't understand how anyone who enjoys driving likes using cruise control.
@rosewood1
10 ай бұрын
Some relatively recent and very recent experiences of mine with my Mercedes 6.3. I paid for a comprehensive assessment of the Mercedes for recommissioning The transmission was flaring slightly. Their conclusion was a complete rebuild needed. In fact it was simply low and you needed to run the engine and test it running to get correct levels! The transmission was never rebuilt but allot of other work was completed by another business who did a great job. The other business didnt have shiny women on the front desk or knowledgeable german head mechanic. They just had a real enthusiast and lots of old cars. Be careful is all I can say.
@benrotheray8411
10 ай бұрын
Looks like you have bought a good one. Moral of the story - dont go near a main dealer!!
@ianplayer3329
10 ай бұрын
£4300 for new headlights that’s an absolute pisstake 😂🙈🙈🙈👍👍👍
@podd372
10 ай бұрын
You can't beat dealer prices 😊...... fix nothing, just replace. Lovely car, well done. I'll enjoy following this
@enthusiastsofbritishmotors
10 ай бұрын
Very interesting - I was looking at an XK8 here in New Zealand on Sunday offered for about the same price you paid and wondered how much pain there might be! Tempting once you got past the Jaguar dealership quote and talked sensibly about it - thanks for the report 👍
@stevebass3992
10 ай бұрын
Got yourself a bargain there. Main dealers wont repair anything they only change for new parts. The headlights is an easy fix with wet and dry and T cut. The sub frame is just surface rust and all that is required is a wire brush and Waxoil. As you say, the tie rod arm is a cheap item and easy to change. What mileage is the car ?
@martinboulden4388
10 ай бұрын
Main dealers only understand finance - nothing else ! Specialists are always the best. They resolve problems rather than replace problems with expensive new parts.
@frasermitchell9183
10 ай бұрын
Problem with main dealers is they charge high labour rates per hour, and also are barred from using good quality used parts where these can be used without affecting safety. They also must use Jaguar-supplied consumables like discs and brake pads. Best to find a good Jaguar specialist, but depending on where you live, this may mean going quite some distance to get work done.
@scroatnozzle
10 ай бұрын
You should unplug the connectors for the electronics that aren't working and spray the connectors down with deoxit, reseal the edges of the plug with dielectric grease. Sometimes slight decay in the connection forms over time, the low voltage can't overcome the resistance.
@leebuckles2364
10 ай бұрын
Another good video Jack but it does beg the question do main dealers actually want to work on cars older than 5 or 6 years old or are they just pricing themselves out of the work😮
@stevemawer848
10 ай бұрын
It's their labour rates that make it uneconomic to use them. Those fancy showrooms and "free" coffee have to be paid for somehow ....
@salfetka
9 ай бұрын
Jaguars are bad quality so are Land Rovers. Mickey Mouse cars. Junk
@paulallen1143
10 ай бұрын
Water leaks are a real pain, and often take lots of detective work…good luck with that. As you have basically proven out in this video, if you are mechanically inclined, you can own and drive some nice cars if you are willing to do some work. I own two Jags, an XJ 8 and F-type, as well as a Porsche 944, and wrench on all of them. Glad to see you starting on the Pantera project, that’s content I enjoy. All the best.
@bertdingle
10 ай бұрын
Water leak. I noticed when you lifted the tail gate that water came out, that combined with the condensation in the number plate light leads me to think the water could be getting into the tail gate and then into the boot. It could get in via the hinges, cable gators, number plate light cover or possibly the spoiler. Worth a look.
@TheMrFishnDucks
10 ай бұрын
Nice vlog. Hilarious thumbnail. Really enjoying this series so far. Are you planning android auto/apple car play for the headunit?
@Number27
10 ай бұрын
Looked into it but can’t find an option that I like ..
@Beauloqs
10 ай бұрын
.....you need all that warmth in the boot, to dry it out.
@007JHS
10 ай бұрын
Clearing the screenwash filter takes seconds... if like on my Jag the reservoir is accessed from behind the wheel arch liner...at most an hour to remove and replace fastenings to access the washer pump and filter.
@Ferr1963
10 ай бұрын
06:07 That amount hurts, but that final penny also offends.
@stevie-ray2020
10 ай бұрын
That leak along with the missing heat-shield makes me suspect that it's had a shunt in the rear! Also could possibly explain the corroded rear sub-frame, as it may have been sourced from a wrecking-yard!
@MrAdamBinns
10 ай бұрын
I’d take that quote and what else you know is wrong to Tom Lenthall in Wokingham and see what he says a) you’ll get another good video out of it and b) he’ll be able to tell you what really does need fixing.
@Chipchap-xu6pk
10 ай бұрын
Can confirm. They know their stuff.
@johnsim3722
10 ай бұрын
For the screenwash, make up a bleach solution and flush out the system using that. Might be old screen wash that has turned to gel. Heat shield will have been removed to pass an MOT. They're not mediatory but since they corrode and become loose they get removed so that you can pass the test. Buckled wheels are sadly because of the state of the roads; pothole damage.
@marcp108
10 ай бұрын
The report was actually good. Some ridiculous prices. Overall, you have yourself a decent car that only needs a few minor things fixed, most you can do yourself.
@TheLRider
10 ай бұрын
Back to my premise. If you can do some or all the jobs yourself the car is a very good buy. Folks have just lost those practical skills and then you're scuppered and at the mercy of rip off car dealers. Look forward immensley to the story. I had an X100 Type XKR softop and as you, I really look after my cars and it was superb. I bought it a new battery and that sorted all the gremlins out and just keep it on a battery conditioner when parked up overnight. No worries. I had no water leaks either. 😂 Good luck. That's one hell of a car for £6,500. Bet there's a good supply of second hand parts too.
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