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8th November 2014, 15:24 | #1 |
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swap 75 Connie Diesel Auto for X Type Jag
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apologies if this is in the wrong section. I have a 05 Connie Diesel Auto, and I am thinking of offering to swap it plus cash for a Jaguar X Type Diesel Auto, I am going to advertise it in my local rag, but before I do I would like to ask if any of our members have had a Diesel X Type and how they rate them against the Rover 75. I also pull a caravan. Cheers all Tankie |
9th November 2014, 15:36 | #2 |
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MG STEPHEN has the very thing, and wants a an auto for his Dad or Grandad
http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=197661
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Already discussed. he needs an auto. Thanks though for the mention
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9th November 2014, 18:55 | #4 |
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Hi Tankie
I have a 75 diesel tourer and an X Type diesel saloon. They are quite different cars although both are likeable and practical in different ways. My X is a 2.2 diesel which is rated at 152 HP and the 75 has had the 160 upgrade so on paper should perform in a similar way. In reality the X is much more responsive and is undoubtedly the quickest (probably down to the turbo). However, the Rover is more flexible and the quieter of the two. Both are economical but the Jag just edges it. On the road the Jag is a harder ride being the Sport version with low profile tyres. The Rover is a more comfortable ride and this is helped further by more comfortable seats. I think that overall the Rover is the least expensive to run, the Jag being more to insure and for parts but there is not a great deal in it. Hope this helps. |
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Bear in mind the X-type is in a different league quality wise to the 75 (that would be much lower!) and often suffer from very severe, premature sill rot.
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The Jag is quicker than the 75 but less comfortable. Not really noticed any difference in MPG but to be fair I do drive the Jag harder and it's more responsive. Quality a different league? Not really, just different. Which one do I prefer on a long journey? The 75 is more driver friendly in the comfort in the butt and numb legs stakes. Would I buy another X Type? Yes but only a 2.2, if you google it. look on parkers, what car, autocar then you can make up your own mind
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Hmm... Well if by different you mean 99% of 10 year old 75's are rust free with perfect sills vs. high numbers of X-types with rotted out, MOT failure sills, yes I agree they are different quality
I suppose if you are buying a young one without the intention of keeping it too long, it might not matter to some... Anyone considering an X-type bucket really should google: "jaguar x type sill rust" and click on images, I hope you have a strong constitution though! The X-type really does have very poor corrosion resistance indeed... Last edited by Paulifa1; 10th November 2014 at 15:07.. |
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11th November 2014, 09:14 | #9 |
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I'm pleased for you that yours are rust free, but there's no denying a large percentage of them do suffer terminal rust prematurely.
I'm sure they are a nice enough car, but personally I tend to buy my cars already old and then keep them a long time, so I need to feel confident they won't turn to swiss cheese! |
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Hi All.
Well Thank You all for your replies, I have considered everything that has been said and come to the conclusion that I would be better off keeping my Rover. so that's what I am going to do, plus If I sold her, as soon as she left my drive I would be wanting her back. so mind made up. 'Keep' Thanks again Cheers Tankie |
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