Hi Max - I have an 87 Series 3 and your issues are all common. The floats in the has tanks corrode over time and affect readings on the guage. Switches corrode over time as well. That aside they are beautiful cars that get thumbs up from young and old alike. New cars are computers on wheels - these cars are works of art on wheels.
Apart from the wipers, buttons, locks, air conditioning, gas gauge, leaks, and smoking, she runs like a beauty! (As long as it's not cold outside). Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Worked in gas station in late 80s and early 90s in HS. Was in Orange County, seen a lot of these cars with chevy 350 swaps in them for dependability issues back then. They are a very good looking car.
As the owner of a pair of Jaguars, I can tell you that the minor quirks you are experiencing are nothing when compared to the feeling that driving a Jaguar provides. The sense of exclusivity and the luxury of British craftsmanship that goes into these cars makes the minor drawbacks tolerable. That being said, neither of my cars have any of these issues, so I wish you the best of luck. The XJ6 is the grandfather of my XJL, and deserves much respect.
Beautiful Jaguar! I have the same year, which had a similar oil leakage issue and had it repaired. I am very pleased and happy with this British masterpiece. All the best with your Jaguar's challenges and future. 🇬🇧🏎🍷🎶🙂
I've had an itch to buy one of these for awhile now and it's not going away. They're great looking cars and quite affordable to buy, I'm just worried about getting one that's a money pit. Thanks for your video on this, some great points to think about!
I love the xj 1968-1992 so much, I'm on my sixth one. Currently, an '88 Series 3 Daimler 5.3 V12. Don't mind telling you, I was sure a twelve cylinder version would break down every five minutes. In fact, it has been impeccably reliable, though I don't do big mileage.Yes, my central locking plays up like yours, but the solenoids can be adjusted to give reliable service. My all time favorite car, I refuse to be without one in my life! Yours looks smart, nice colour.
hi im planning on buying a XJ 12 series 3 which originally was an XJ6 but swapped by Jaguar to a 5.3 and the car has 33,000kms on its guage, what advices could you give me to taking care of a 5.3 v12
@@user-rz6xb5mp2w I heard a reviewer saying, "If you buy an XJ12, treat it like an aircraft." If you maintain that mindset, it helps hugely. The GM 400 transmission can be shot, as mine was. It needed a clutch set, which cost 1000 Euro. A total rebuild is much more, but rarely needed. The rubber pipes on the fuel injectors can perish, a potential fire hazard. Ask any seller if they were replaced. My sparkplugs badly needed replacing. They are virtually inaccessible. I found a mechanic who was willing to spend the eight-ish hours to fit a new set. If yours only has 33k, you're on a winner. They should cover 300k easily with plenty of oil changes. Biggest enemy of any Series 3...rust. Front and rear windsreen surrounds. Sills, floors, anywhere really. Luckily, I can weld and spray paint, otherwise excessively rusted cars are best avoided. Keep a close eye on all coolant hoses and radiator. I check mine for oil and water very frequently. Best of luck, a good one is sheer joy.
Cool car! Regarding the sticky switches, there is a UA-cam video from „living with a classic“ from Sweden that shows how to overhaul the switches. It’s a DIY job.
Sounds like all the similar problems of the XJ6's. I have a complete interior in navy blue in excellent condition if your interested in upgrade. Located in LA how would I get in touch ?
That is my favourite car of all time and you have it! Congratulations. By the way, I don't know if you still have the Saab but I have an amazing story about that car and why they stopped making them (insider info ahoy!). Great car. Loving this channel.
My daily driver is a 42-year-old Mercedes 300TD wagon, the most reliable car ever produced. I paid $2800 for it in 1988 from a local bank president. You couldn't give me an EV or new computer car...
Hello mate, although they were built in coventry( just up the road to me) its natural habitat is over your neck of the woods. I'm fortunate to be the custodian of 2 of these, and i can tell you, they do not like the awful british rain. That dutchess of yours is a beaut. Over here theres 3 types of people that buy them, spivs, villians and self made scousers. Although i would recommend youmto watch an old t.v series minder. The main character all ways had them as his main car of choice. Bye for now👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Man have you had the trans, pan off may just need a new filter installed clean out pan and check for fine metal filings,if you have that means you have wear in Trans if not real bad continue by removing old filter do opposite installing new filter. Then cleantrans. Pan and mating surface install new gasket and tighten bolts.That might fix your Trans problem if not maybe the Trans fluid viscosity is to thick. Your wiring problem might be a loose or bad wire on the back of the switch,or a bad solenoid on door that doesn't lock.
Unfortunately I have done that and it did not help (the trans pan / filter / gasket). As for the wiring... I'm slowly going through the car bit by bit and cleaning all the electrical contacts... that usually fixes the problems, but there's just so many of them.
@@HeavyMetalHorizons I hear you man you know back in them older cars they use to have different types of trans fluid for certain brands of cars. Ford took one type and GM took another type called dextrose and ford's I think maybe it name was formoco but I not for certain on the Ford I am 100 percent pos. On GM . I think each brand had a different viscosity you could check with a trans shop you might just have the wrong viscosity in it.
I did wonder if you fixed that other leakage (not mentioned in this video)...the one regarding a safe reduction of cruising speed. PS: Not even german engineering was w/o flaws (well, especially in modern times) but u know, keep it alive and experience the occasional driving pleasure...
Hi Max - I have an 87 Series 3 and your issues are all common. The floats in the has tanks corrode over time and affect readings on the guage. Switches corrode over time as well. That aside they are beautiful cars that get thumbs up from young and old alike. New cars are computers on wheels - these cars are works of art on wheels.
I love the car phone! Definitely seems like a fun ride knowing the limitations.
Apart from the wipers, buttons, locks, air conditioning, gas gauge, leaks, and smoking, she runs like a beauty! (As long as it's not cold outside).
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Worked in gas station in late 80s and early 90s in HS. Was in Orange County, seen a lot of these cars with chevy 350 swaps in them for dependability issues back then. They are a very good looking car.
This and a Porsche 929 were my dream cars as a kid...love this content Max!
As the owner of a pair of Jaguars, I can tell you that the minor quirks you are experiencing are nothing when compared to the feeling that driving a Jaguar provides. The sense of exclusivity and the luxury of British craftsmanship that goes into these cars makes the minor drawbacks tolerable. That being said, neither of my cars have any of these issues, so I wish you the best of luck. The XJ6 is the grandfather of my XJL, and deserves much respect.
Sweet looking dash in that Jag❤
Beautiful Jaguar! I have the same year, which had a similar oil leakage issue and had it repaired. I am very pleased and happy with this British masterpiece. All the best with your Jaguar's challenges and future. 🇬🇧🏎🍷🎶🙂
I've had an itch to buy one of these for awhile now and it's not going away. They're great looking cars and quite affordable to buy, I'm just worried about getting one that's a money pit. Thanks for your video on this, some great points to think about!
I highly recommend these cars if you're looking for an accessible classic cruiser!
I love the xj 1968-1992 so much, I'm on my sixth one. Currently, an '88 Series 3 Daimler 5.3 V12. Don't mind telling you, I was sure a twelve cylinder version would break down every five minutes. In fact, it has been impeccably reliable, though I don't do big mileage.Yes, my central locking plays up like yours, but the solenoids can be adjusted to give reliable service. My all time favorite car, I refuse to be without one in my life! Yours looks smart, nice colour.
hi im planning on buying a XJ 12 series 3 which originally was an XJ6 but swapped by Jaguar to a 5.3 and the car has 33,000kms on its guage, what advices could you give me to taking care of a 5.3 v12
@@user-rz6xb5mp2w I heard a reviewer saying, "If you buy an XJ12, treat it like an aircraft." If you maintain that mindset, it helps hugely. The GM 400 transmission can be shot, as mine was. It needed a clutch set, which cost 1000 Euro. A total rebuild is much more, but rarely needed. The rubber pipes on the fuel injectors can perish, a potential fire hazard. Ask any seller if they were replaced. My sparkplugs badly needed replacing. They are virtually inaccessible. I found a mechanic who was willing to spend the eight-ish hours to fit a new set. If yours only has 33k, you're on a winner. They should cover 300k easily with plenty of oil changes. Biggest enemy of any Series 3...rust. Front and rear windsreen surrounds. Sills, floors, anywhere really. Luckily, I can weld and spray paint, otherwise excessively rusted cars are best avoided. Keep a close eye on all coolant hoses and radiator. I check mine for oil and water very frequently. Best of luck, a good one is sheer joy.
Damn those fenders.
Cool car! Regarding the sticky switches, there is a UA-cam video from „living with a classic“ from Sweden that shows how to overhaul the switches. It’s a DIY job.
Sounds like all the similar problems of the XJ6's. I have a complete interior in navy blue in excellent condition if your interested in upgrade. Located in LA how would I get in touch ?
That is my favourite car of all time and you have it! Congratulations. By the way, I don't know if you still have the Saab but I have an amazing story about that car and why they stopped making them (insider info ahoy!). Great car. Loving this channel.
My daily driver is a 42-year-old Mercedes 300TD wagon, the most reliable car ever produced. I paid $2800 for it in 1988 from a local bank president. You couldn't give me an EV or new computer car...
take the switches out and clean them with electrical contact cleaner.
I just thought of something. A Jaguar is... british steel. Get it? 🤘😉
When a Jaguar stops leaking it is a sign you've lost all the oil.
Nice! Just as cool as a Rolls-Royce. By the way... Pardon me, would you have any Grey Poupon? 😁
Hello mate, although they were built in coventry( just up the road to me) its natural habitat is over your neck of the woods. I'm fortunate to be the custodian of 2 of these, and i can tell you, they do not like the awful british rain. That dutchess of yours is a beaut. Over here theres 3 types of people that buy them, spivs, villians and self made scousers. Although i would recommend youmto watch an old t.v series minder. The main character all ways had them as his main car of choice. Bye for now👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Is your Saub the same model HRH Diana Princess of Wales had in the 1990s?
So it's a year later....you still driving the S3 xj?
Hey man what’s the band that plays the intro to this video ? Thanks
That's just some stock background music, but the style is Synth Wave.
Man have you had the trans, pan off may just need a new filter installed clean out pan and check for fine metal filings,if you have that means you have wear in Trans if not real bad continue by removing old filter do opposite installing new filter. Then cleantrans. Pan and mating surface install new gasket and tighten bolts.That might fix your Trans problem if not maybe the Trans fluid viscosity is to thick. Your wiring problem might be a loose or bad wire on the back of the switch,or a bad solenoid on door that doesn't lock.
Unfortunately I have done that and it did not help (the trans pan / filter / gasket). As for the wiring... I'm slowly going through the car bit by bit and cleaning all the electrical contacts... that usually fixes the problems, but there's just so many of them.
@@HeavyMetalHorizons I hear you man you know back in them older cars they use to have different types of trans fluid for certain brands of cars. Ford took one type and GM took another type called dextrose and ford's I think maybe it name was formoco but I not for certain on the Ford I am 100 percent pos. On GM . I think each brand had a different viscosity you could check with a trans shop you might just have the wrong viscosity in it.
What do you mean expectations and British cars
I did wonder if you fixed that other leakage (not mentioned in this video)...the one regarding a safe reduction of cruising speed. PS: Not even german engineering was w/o flaws (well, especially in modern times) but u know, keep it alive and experience the occasional driving pleasure...
Not enough transmission fluid is the cause of car shifting bad when cold
Yo max if your ever in Vegas I have a few cars u could review if u wanted to my corvette and some stuff
Hey that sounds great! What year Corvette? Vegas is not too far for me and I have in-laws there.
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