Jaguar F-Type Reliability/Buyer's guide: What to Look for!
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- Опубликовано: 14 май 2020
- Here is a complete buyer's guide and reliability video! Products for injectors and weatherstripping listed below.
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You admitting to perusing the Jaguar forums and the spreadsheet is incredible, and the reason I kept watching this video. Props dude, please keep these videos and amount of detail up. All the small details and recommendations/fixes... man this is possibly the best buyer's guide I've seen.
I really appreciate it! Thank you 🙏🏼
I agree wholeheartedly...AWESOME buyer's guide!
This dude is finally helping me narrow down my decision after 2 years of contemplating this (not to mention seeing if the prices were going to drop, and they really haven't; they've been hovering between $48 and 55k the entire time).
Now the only thing I have to decide is weather to go with the 2016 or newer AWD version, or go with the RWD.
You see, my wife and I will be taking turns between that and a Porsche Macan Turbo. I know the RWD can be a handful, plus it rains a lot in Florida. She's used to the AWD stability of the Porsche, and it seems extremely safe on the highway, even in the pouring down rain; it's imperative I keep my wife safe with our choices, and just because I might like throw in the ass out and around corners, it could be pretty dangerous for her👍🏻
@@scott762johnson good luck on your purchase brother!
Humble and simple. THANK YOU. ✌
Honestly was expecting this list to be wayyy worse. This is now officially my dream car
Best sports car ive ever owned . My v8s had perfect reliability and was such an exciting drive im going to get another one
Right on! Love it
how many miles did you have? i wished they made a manual for the v8
What year did you have?
Im looking to buy a '15-'17 V8 model.
What do you think?
@@chubz01 I have a 15 with 50k on the clock no problems at all. Two people bought one after seeing mine including a 13 and new. Both have had no issues either. Enjoy the massive grin when you start yours up each time and have fun.
Guess it gives a middle finger to 2.5 star rating
I picked up my 2017 F Type R last week. I wanted to thank you for the buyers guide as I found a couple of the things you mentioned. There was no way I would have noticed some of them without your help. I was able to get the dealer to fix of all of them. I appreciate you taking the time to make and post these videos.
Hearing things like this makes the video editing and stuff like that all worth it. Glad the video helped and I’m pumped the dealer sorted it all out for you!
What problem?
@@Noahswope77 There was an issue with one of the active exhaust valves, the weather stripping was loose and the front air splitter was broken. All stuff mentioned on the video. The dealer replaced the splitter for me before I bought the car and the other issues were taken care of later under the factory warranty. Also if you are buying a car, have the AC serviced if possible. These cars use a relatively small charge of refrigerant and I had issues with the system freezing up. Again that was taken care of under warranty
@@tankertoad1 ahh. That ms for the info
1. Injectors: Fouling up. Prevent with additives.
2. Differential: Sludgy oil. Change often. The oil. Not the Diff.
3. Supercharger Coupler: Listen to engine cold from outside. If it rattles the rocks need changing.
4. Exhaust Actuator: Try restart.
5. Carpet sagging: Practice good hygene.
6. Panel misalignment. Communicattion (with dealer) is key.
7. Seat Bolsters. Every sports car has this problem. But this one doesnt.
Hello l have Jaguar F-Type V8 and I think I have supercharger coupler so what do I change ? Do l need to change the supercharger?
Thank you 🙏
Hey , could you explain more about number 3 ?
“Every car has issues.......Mclarens they Burn down” 😂🤣
😂👌🏻
As do Ferraris and lambo's
And BMW. Not to mention that Porsche managed to make an electric car that has no combustible fuel in it and it still catches fire. And it burned someones house down as well!
It’s true
@@earthstick it was Hyundai Kona that burned down the house. right ?
Im planning on getting one next year. This video has been more helpful than I expected.
Thanks! I appreciate it
Don’t they are very disappointing in reality.....cheap interiors lots of plastic and components out of Peugeot’s, lots of rattles and vibrations. Also the stereo is shit.
@@BongWeasle have you driven one or even sat in one? 🧐
@@skrrtgarage3922 got one yet?
Sooooo, did you get one?
Very good info and Vid! I had to laugh, when you mentioned reading up... I also went to the forums and read the LONG know issues thread before buying. when 80% of that long thread was radio related, I was okay moving to the buy with knowledge stage, WHICH is what you are supplying folks here.!
Thank you! I appreciate it, glad to hear I wasn’t the only one trudging through all those posts lol
I truly admire your honesty. Although it's a little pain to listen to as a huge Jag fan, this is excellent knowledge. On the whole though, for a powerful sports car, the issues weren't too bad. As you say, every car has its issues.
I completely agree! Thanks for the comment
I just wanted to say Thank you so very much for your well done informative videos! You are the first person I've ever subscribed to on RUclips and the reason my wife and I felt comfortable in purchasing our Jaguar F-type. I look forward to future video's. Keep up the excellent work!!!
Thank you Michael! I really appreciate that!
This is incredibly helpful. I'm considering a 2016 F Type R and your videos are exactly what I was looking for.
REALLY REALLY helpful advises and thank your for all this. I have the same 2015 RWD R as well, and you become my #1 jaguar expert in youtube. Great video, thanks for sharing, keep up!
Thanks Jim 🙏🏼
Best most realistic informative video I have seen yet and the icing on the cake for me to go buy one of these bad boys... cheers mate 🍻
Right on, I appreciate that!
I really appreciate your walk through. As a buyer, this saved me a lot of time!
Looking at buying a used one today and this video helped tremendously. Thank you!!
So helpful! I just picked up a 2015 V6S BRG vert today and used the tips from this video & the follow up when choosing my car.
Thank you so much, Connor!
Congrats! BRG is my favorite color, thanks for the comment!
Great video! Thanks for all the useful info.. I wish I could afford one now, but it's still my favourite car and I like to hear about it.
Well done overview, thanks. For folks interested in purchasing an F-Type, I wanted to share my experience. I've owned 3. 2015 Type R, 2018 Type R, and currently drive a 2019 SVR. My daily, 10K miles per year commuting into NYC on crappy roads regardless of weather. I've literally had zero issues, including no bent wheels which is a miracle in this area. I've owned several high end sports cars. This model made me a Jag convert. For those that intend to track their car, I wouldn't recommend it. Not suited to that environment.
That’s awesome! What’s you opinion between the RWD vs AWD? And R vs SVR?
Per Harry on Harry's Garage the wheels (and all of the suspension) has to pass the Land Rover test....no damage after a 45mph curb strike. So, toughest sports cars in the world. I have had two porsches and both after a 45mph hit would likelyhave hundreds of dollars in damage...wheel would just be the start of things. Subaru too.....these Jaguars (I have a v6 coupe) are amazing. Someday people will figure it out once they run from the hype of the 911 after a bore scoring issue....and these will be the next big thing.
Great video with tons of practical information on issues and solutions. Loved it
Thank you I appreciate it!
Great tip on taking the time to read the blogs and educate yourself, very smart.
I appreciate it! Thanks for the comment
Thanks for the video. I've had my S for 6 months now; besides the sticky finish of the buttons, I haven't seen the other issues mentioned many other places so thanks for giving me something to check out this weekend! Subscribed!
Thanks! I appreciate it
Good info! I will most certainly be buying this car certified pre-owned so I can have some peace of mind.
Looking at buying an F type before Xmas, really helpful well made video. Thanks!
Right on! Good luck with your search!
Super video. Super helpful. I have an F type and the rear flapping seals were present in my car and this helped me fix things for about 5 dollars. Thank you. And I am doing injector prevention with BG44k. :)
thank you for taking the time to make this video, I Subscribed and liked, I wish your channel lots of success. Well done, entertaining and qualitative video!
I appreciate it! Thanks!
I love your channel. Thank you. My trust anybody that can put in that much time. It's so now I'm going to buy see out there
This is awesome man!! I’m fancying this car too for myself one day. So thank you for this.
No problem man! You won’t regret buying one!
Thanks for all the advice. Lots of great stuff to know. Am about to go back (I test drive it today) and check these things on a 2016 F-Type S Convertible before I hopefully buy it. Hoping everything checks out. Good to know that your list wasn't super long. I'm excited that I might have one of my own soon!
Thats awesome man! I’m excited for you
Just the the video i needed. Cheers!
DUDE YOU KILLED IT!!! GREAT VIDEO, VERY THOROUGH !
Thanks! Appreciate it
Great video, good to see the points to look out for when buying your first F Type
Thanks for the comment!
Viewer from Canada. Super helpful/useful video. Ordered my designed 2021 F-Type P300 today. Will look out for these issues.
Great! Enjoy the new car 👍🏼
Really appreciate it! Thanks for sharing your knowledge:)
Excellent video. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks
Thanks for the comment!
This was super informative I heard a lot of the same things on other videos but none of them really had solutions, for example. The fuel injector cleaner! I’ve loved these cars ever since I saw them and I think I’m gearing up to grab a 2017 v6 model…wish me luck
Great video, Connor. Thanks for the tips, especially re: the fuel additive. I'll start that routine. I have a 2016 R Coupe, and so far, no issues...but I like the preventative approach.
P.S. I joined the Jag forum per your suggestion. ;-)
thats awesome man!
Fire content Connor! I just finished watching this for the second time
Thanks 🙏🏼
Thanks for this informative video, super helpful!
No problem! Thanks for the comment!
Honestly man you seem like a solid and thank you for taking the time of appreciating the car and bringing things into perspective. The way you broke down was so simplify and easy to understand I could play this for my nephew and he can understand what your saying. Quick question though and hopefully you see this, it’s been a big myth that Jaguars are “bad cars” and “break down easily” but as you put “it’s a super car” and most people are expecting otherwise. With that being said the people saying that never owned one sooo, yea, thoughts?
Totally agree man, it comes with the territory.
Thanks for the informative video, great job!
No problem, thanks for the comment!
Great vid I had my F type a week before the exhaust flap went. I had my garage just cut them right out and replace with pipe. Sounds epic now
That’s awesome!
Great video. I like your idea of expensive. The common man’s hero!
Haha you’re dang right!
Information was definitely needed thinking about getting a svr next year
SVR is a hell of a machine, you wouldn't regret it.
Thanks for sharing knowledge! Great job!!
Thanks!
Great video, very helpful information. Cheers from the Alps
I appreciate it! Thanks
Strongly considering this car. I’m 99% sure i’ll get a 2016 model. This video is super helpful - i’ll be putting in my hours on the forums 👍🏼👍🏼💯💯
Right on man! 👍🏼
Great video - really helpful! Thanks for sharing
Thanks! I appreciate that
Thanks for making this Video, its really helpful ,
No problem! Thanks for the comment!
Thank you, I'm getting a 2017 this weekend! Very excited and it's CPO (until late 2023)!
Congrats!
Thank you bro I really was looking for this information thx
Thanks for the comment!
I don’t ever comment but I just wanted to say I just picked up my 2016 F-Type R (also in white basically same spec lol) and your videos on the car have really informed me during the buying process! Hopefully the Jag dealer sells those trunk cover strings as mine were missing!
That’s awesome, thank you for letting me know! I appreciate it
About to buy one, this vid really helped. Thanks dude. 🇦🇺🇺🇸
Congrats!
Yep my 2012 jaguar XFR was very reliable, at 140,000 miles the injectors failed, just one bank though, it was blowing white smoke, and dripping gas out of the tailpipe, looked terrible, was only $1200 to fix. Thanks for all the work you put into this.
I appreciate it! Thanks for the comment
Great video looking to buy a 2017 jag xe r-sport, pretty sure it’s v6 but I’ll be definitely be coming back to this video in the future 🙏🏻
Dope content man lettin people know whats up thanks man keep it goin!!!
I appreciate it!
Just left a deposit on one today. Hopefully everything pans out. Thanks for this video bro 😎
Right on!
Another great video and Let’s be honest, if clogged up injectors (normally caused by using regular gas) and having to change the diff oil at 40k is the only issues with any car its amazing.
1 issue you haven’t mentioned that I have is the battery fault. Mine is a 2017 FtypeR and the low battery warning came on a few times, 4 months after purchase and the dealer advised that this is a common issue with the battery, they checked the battery and had approval to change under warrantee, roll forward another 6 months and the fame fault again, Its a common enough issue that dealerships have a special tool to test the batteries and send the info back to the head office so anyone with a failing battery or low power should definitely push to get it replaced.
Drive safe and enjoy your R
That’s absolutely correct! Yea, I’ve heard of battery’s going flat and causing a myriad of warning lights. A lot of f type owners have been getting CTEC battery tenders, I might do a video about it. Thanks for the heads up!
Amazing car nice review! I would add in water pump and plastic coolant lines... early 5.0 ( pre 2013 ) had timing chain tensioner issues as well .... overall extremely reliable 500 + HP car
So true! Just the fact that is reliable at all is impressive being that it’s so fast/powerful
Thanks for the info about injectors and diff, I would also add the waterpump leaking and seat belts tension problems I had on my R
Oh yea, I forgot my R had the seatbelt tensioner replaced by a manufacturer recall. I wasn’t aware the water pumps leak, thanks for the heads up!
@@skrrtgarage3922 I guess I can swap the injectors with aftermarket ones(good one of course
Thank you, really good to know these points.
Glad it was helpful!
Great video mate, had my 2017 Coupe 6 days before the Electronic Parking Brake started showing a fault message. Turned out to be the rear right parking brake motor was stuck on and wouldn’t disengage. Following some forum surfing, this turned out to be quite a common Jag issue, Simple motor replacement, but still adore it and think it’s one of the best looking (and sounding...!) cars of all time. When it’s that pretty, you can forgive it almost anything.
Haha exactly, it’s like dating a super model lol
I just bought one. LOVE it!
Congrats!
Sold my V8s convertible (white body, winered rooftop
This was a really damn good video my friend, consider me subscribed...awesome stuff and super detailed
I appreciate it!
Thanks so much bro. Great info!!
Thanks for the comment!
Thank you for an honest video like this one. Seems that for plenty of people is a shame to admit that his $100k car has any issue and they love to say that everything is perfect. I'm definitely looking for a V6 but I'll check all these points first.
For sure, thanks for the comment!
I sub and like why not? Dope contents and gems and I really love the Jaguar F Type R. Peace and Love from East Harlem NYC...
I appreciate that brother! Thanks
I admire the way you are giving great information, my only issue it took so long to get to long lists of issues. You know what you are talking about, just get to it and quit the long drawn out speech.
Thank you very much. God bless your hard work. Now I know what to look for when getting one of fhose
Appreciate it! Thanks for the comment
Great video. Thanks for the info.
No problem, thanks man!
Connor, I am totally geeking out on all your RWD F-Type R posts. Your passion is contagious and I feel like I am now on a second honeymoon with my own RWD F-Type R. As for this video, I ran out right after watching and sure enough the adhesive for that weatherstripping in the trunk on mine had failed (never thought to look before). The 3M weatherstrip glue did the trick. I also just had my dealer implement a couple of the Technical Bulletin’s for rattles you flashed up on the forums. I had almost given up, but once I called out the bulletin by number, they fixed it no charge. Great stuff. Keep them coming.
That’s awesome to hear! Thanks for letting me know!
Bro TY! I really want to buy one of these cars. I'm going to look out for everything you mentioned.
No problem! Thanks for the comment
ive owned one for 6 months now and had no idea about the injector issue, ill have to grab some this weekend and run it through
Right on, thanks for the comment!
Great video bro
Great Info thank you...
You’re the best Connor!
Thanks homie!
Cause of injector failure is water running off the bonnet through the vents into the engine. It pools and sits where the injectors sit in the head, causing failure and corrosion. Later models had a protective piece of plastic on the engine bay to allow water to run off forwards.
which year did they fix the issue?
@@Ryan-in6xj2016 AWD has lower louvers and plastic covers.
I’ve owned an XE since end of 2018 and been so great. This list is so small for issues, I’d be very happy with those problems compared to something more significant.
Wow great knowledge I’ve learnt a lot cheers
Thanks Neil!
Great information
I had a 2000 Jag S type my wife put 100,000 miles on it and I swear I had zero issues, I mean zero! Not one light bulb burned out not one switch broke nothing. I was shocked at its reliability and the dang thing still looks cool all these years later. Think Ford own them then. I’m a PORSCHE guy but I am switching to the F...gonna get one soon. Thanks for the vids.
thanks! I've been telling people for years, but yours is the first vid I've seen that says this up front: If you plan on buying a used sports car, join the club FIRST - THEN start looking.
the other club members have already learned the foibles, and just MIGHT have for sale what you're looking for.
Exactly, glad we share that opinion!
Very informative thanks
Tks man, appreciated
I may be buying one tomorrow, great info.
Right on! Appreciate the comment
I currently own two F-Types. There are three more very needed things to look for. 1) Has the water pump been replaced. They are a very common failure point. Probably 60% failure by 50k miles 2) Sticky buttons and 3) on coupes look for the leather pealing away from the gauge cluster. I have seen this as an issue in 15-17 coupes
Yes to all of those, I have a part two in process and two of those reasons were on it!
Picking up a 16 tmrw so stoked
This is my next car. ! Dope video
Right on man! You’ll love it
Thanks, you reminded me that I needed to buy fuel system cleaner.
Hi there from the UK.
You've definitely saved a lot of people a lot of time and effort covering these issues.
I've never been a Jag fan as I do hark back to the bad old days of reliability and the "pipe and slippers" image of the old cars but I'm considering moving over to a 3L V6 R-Dynamic.
I'm a Porsche Cayman owner of 5 years at present and I've always thought that I've arrived at the pinnacle of my car ownership as the Cayman is just so good, but I've always admired those gorgeous looks of the F-Type and was surprised at how affordable they are.
I may come to regret it if I leave Porsche and join Jag but what gets me interested is the fact that my budget of around £45k will allow me to get an 2019 F-Type with extremely low miles of say 15-20k as opposed to a 2010 Porsche 911 with around 60k miles on it.
Do I go for the older 911 with virtually no depreciation and possibly investment potential along with its bullet proof build and reputation or the newer F-Type. ?
That is a question for the ages haha. I think it depends on your budget. The Porsche is a known commodity with seemingly fixed prices, whereas the Jag may suffer a little depreciation.. but who knows it may hold steady.
The beauty about cars is that you can change them. Its not like a marriage or anything. I would recommend you try the Jag.. if you dont love it. you can switch back to a Porsche pretty quickly.
Well done, good advice there! A couple of comments though from someone who's had the V6 engine for more than 3 years:
- The most common problem by far with these engines wasn't mentioned in the video - the coolant system and water pump. The plastic coolant system pipes and water pumps fail on all these engines sooner or later. Unless those components have been replaced you always have to watch out for coolant leaks. Some parts have been redesigned by JLR throughout the years.
- Another issue worth mentioning is the timing chains and tensioners. They may wear out over time and worst case lead to catastrophic engine failure. The chains and tensioners were redesigned two or three times throughout the production of the engines, so the newer the engine the lower the risk of that issue.
- These are not Ford blocks. These engines do have some FoMoCo ancillaries but the block is 100% Jaguar and designed by Jaguar although it's assembled in a Ford engine plant in the UK.
- Injector problems are probably mainly relevant in the US and other countries with low quality gas. In Europe we usually feed these engines 98 octane gas which is much better for the engine.
That’s really useful information! I have heard about the coolant and water pump issues, but I haven’t really heard much about timing chains or tensioners.
Where did you hear the block wasn’t supplied from ford? I read that it was in a few different places but who knows.
Thanks for the detailed write up, again this is good information.
@@skrrtgarage3922 There's some good info about this on the UK based jaginfo.org which has many very knowledgeable Jag enthusiasts, some with direct connections to JLR.
@@skrrtgarage3922 i thought timing chains might be mentioned somewhere in 175 pages of forums
Great video! I bought the new 2018 F Type R out of the showroom and noticed the carpet was detached and falling off under the console on the passenger side a few weeks after driving it so when I got my stereo upgraded 3 months ago they replaced the passenger side carpet. Also those rings that hold the shield over the truck broke off. It broke the first month and I barely even opened the trunk. The other thing I would like to mention is I had only 15,000 miles on my car and my back tires became so bald that I just replaced them with new P Zeros for almost 1,000. Other than these things I absolutely love the car! I enjoy driving everyday! I’ve owned many sport cars and have to say it’s the most fun car I’ve ever owned 👍🏻😀
That car eats rear tires! And yes the sound system is a little underwhelming to be honest. Thankfully the exhaust sound amazing!
Skrrrt Garage yeah but it’s not because I spin or beat on them. I was driving Norma and they wore. Love your channel ♥️
The spreadsheet is what successful people do. You must be very detail-oriented. That's a great quality.
Thanks! Appreciate the comment
Jaguar f type is my dream car thanks for the video
It’s a beast, thanks for the comment!
Very helpful video. thank you. enjoy happy car life !! from korea :)
Thanks! 😃
just bout a 2017 SVR with 17k miles. I pick it up next weekend and am looking forward to to it. I'll def look out for these things. Thanks
Awesome, that’s a hell of a car!
Drove a 2019 F-Type, was thinkin of swappin my 2018 Z06. Just couldn't do it, not yet anyway. The F-Type is freakin bad ass! Just still attached to the Vette. Maybe one day...
Awesome video man. Thanks.
2018 zo6 is pretty awesome man, I don’t blame you! One day you’ll have to try the f type though!
Same here, I got a C7 but it's hard to switch to Jags. Corvettes are more reliable in my opinion and the parts + Maintinance is much much cheaper. And you can find spare parts and sell it easier and faster. C7 looks bad ass too and it's catchy to the eyes. It looks like a Ferrari but the Jag looks awesome too
Amazing job to read all of them. Are you using distance plates at the rear wheel? Thx for the video
A good overview of the F-Type,one thing i would add is the injector failure on the V8 is as you say fairly common,however in most occasions the Injectors seize in the cylinder head & the only way to remove them then,is a cylinder head removal,which of course would run to a very costly repair bill.
Thanks, thats good to know. Might be why the dealerships charge so much for the job.
Great video! I don't own one but am really wanting one in the near future and have been researching the different repairs for them. My question is, do these cars just seem to go and go without many issues? I haven't been able find any videos where say changing the water pump is done, or thermostat change out , because I know with BMW's that is something your expected to change just because they fail, granted this seems to be a far superior car vs an M3 or M4. Have you had to change the shocks on it or any suspension parts? If so, how easy was it and what kind of price for the parts? Thanks for any info.