Jaguar X-Type: An Affordable Luxury Car

bimbeano · 2012-10-14T10:18:54Z

Explore the Jaguar X-Type's value as a used luxury car. Bimbeano shares insights on its Ford Mondeo platform, market perception, and ownership experience.

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Bimbeano's post offers a fascinating look into the world of affordable luxury cars, specifically the Jaguar X-Type. This article explores the nuances of acquiring a used X-Type in the UK, highlighting its perceived value and the unique challenges and joys of car ownership across borders. It provides a valuable perspective for enthusiasts considering budget-friendly options in the luxury automotive market.

... now i might be a bit to enthusiastic, the X-type isn't exactly a true Jag !

Based on the Ford Mondeo a lot of people simply call it a Ford as i already experienced

.... 'hey, that's a nice Mondeo you're driving' ... shouted out a bit louder then usual so most people around can hear it ... . This ignorance (and human stupidity actually is very convenient to me as prices of second hand X-types are pretty low.

You can fetch a very nice low mileage V6 2500 or 3000 cc for around 3000 Pounds .... .

When you look at the car it looks a bit tiny but yet very elegant; now i'm a huge fan of small cars and i do like the classic Jaguar-design ... and my wife wanted an automatic ... okay, now we're talking !! Off to the UK once again !

A first glance at the silver métallic JAG

gave me a very confident feeling about this car ... the chassis is indeed Ford Mondeo ... which means it will actually drive very well ... there is a V6 with around 200 hp under the bonnet, the paintwork is high quality ... and the interior is superb for a car priced as low as 3 grand

. A test-drive convinced me in buying it ... what's there to loose ? Not much ... What's there to win? Quite a lot i would say, if this car turns out to be reliable and my wife likes to drive it, this will turn out to be the best bargain ... a fifty quid car i would say

... .

So the story began a few weeks ago ...

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My good friend needed a "new" 1983 Daimler Double Six which we acquired in the UK.

We had some thoughts about the best cheap car money would buy and a few weeks later we went back ... to get my wife's dream car

... almost.

Checking in at the "Chunnel" already looked nice with this V10 8 litre in front of us.

Once in the UK it became obvious again what a car-nut country this is ...

First stop, pick up some parts for another Jaguar ... some nice cars here ...

Now this would certainly be my dream-Jag !

But we had to settle for this little car ... not complaining though ... .

Everywhere you go ...

... everywhere you look ... you see beauty ...

Once back ... wifey was happy ...

End of story ? No, not really ....

Last friday we were out again in search for a 3 litre for my good friend .... will we find a bargain ?

Once off the shuttle-train we had to do some fixing on the Clio

Time for tea .. and Starbucks !

Not my cup of tea !

We met some famous local Purists ...

... and stopped by at the Thruxton circuit.

Aventador ... right in your face ...

Hey !! That Tiff Needell ... you could hear him screaming the nuts out of that white M3

Old glory ... Jason Plato's old Laguna BTCC racer .. well, part of it

Uuurgghh, am i dreaming ?

After having tried a dreadful X-type (no pics) .. it was time to take some rest ... sort off ...

Agghh .. that sounds and looks like a 3 litre Scooby

... who can this be ?

Loch Fyne

May i present once again ... our own Graham who was so kind to invite us ...

Good start

Loads of choice !

Aaarghh, stunning Omega

No need to tell the food was delicious !

Great ambiance !

Graham loves fish !!! But who doesn't ?

He looks happier than the guys on his t-shirt

The day after it was time to continue the search ...

.. nope, a bit to extreme i guess

Yes ... hmmm, to expensive probably .

This one is the one ...

A nice low mileage three litre ... my friend was happy .. and what a bargain ... .

The taxi ... we drove 800+ miles in two days ... faultless ...

Some time left for a bit of sightseeing ...

Time to head home ...

Hey, a RS colleague !!! He looks a bit angry but as soon as he saw me taking the pic he got a BIG grin on his face

Long drive ...

... killing some time ...

... acting foolish ...

... at the "Chunnel"

... V6

... happy to go home ...

... still in the UK ? .... nooooo !!!

So this is how i came to this pic !!

Hope you enjoyed the post guys !

Bim

Key Points from the Discussion

The X-Type faced criticism from its 2001 launch for being a re-badged Ford Mondeo, a perception reinforced by later decisions to introduce a 2-liter diesel engine and switch from 4WD to FWD, further impacting its 'true Jaguar' image.
Despite its Ford Mondeo underpinnings, the X-Type is considered a high-quality car for its low second-hand price, offering excellent value for money.
High cubic inch taxes in European countries like Belgium significantly impact the annual cost of owning larger engine cars, making smaller engines more financially viable.
The Ford Mondeo (known as the Taurus in the US) provides a reliable frame for the X-Type, suggesting a solid foundation despite brand perception issues.
The X-Type is praised as a great car and an unbelievable bargain, suitable as an everyday vehicle.
The author's dog, Louie, enjoys riding in the X-Type's back seat on a protective canvas, demonstrating the car's suitability for pet owners despite some sliding in bends.

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Andy

Oct 14, 2012

and great to catch up with our very own G :) You'll be moving over here soon you spend so much time here...hope to catch up with you soon my friend. Andy.

bimbeano

Oct 14, 2012

... it might be reality next year. There is a possibility my daughter will move to Leeds by the end of next year :-) ... . I will then have to look out for a nice car ... righthanddrive off course :-) ... Bim

SALMANPK

Oct 14, 2012

Congrats on Jag, I love the color of your friends Jag, very nice shade of blue, the Seafood restaurant pics were amazing, I love those places, good food and casual ambiance. S

Andy

Oct 14, 2012

My bro works in Leeds and I'm not that far away near Manchester so we'll def meet up soon :) Andy.

foversta

Oct 14, 2012

Actually, you know that I'm not a car specialist but I enjoyed to read your quest and to see some familiar faces! Of course, I'm still a bit surprised to see Tabasco with Oysters... they are really nuts on the other side of the Channel! Thanks again! Fx

bimbeano

Oct 14, 2012

We did not touch the tabasco :-) .... It would have been a real shame as the oysters were fabulous. Filip

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