Should You Buy a JAGUAR XKR Convertible? (2010 5.0 S/C V8)
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yes.. yes u should!
Every time I see or drive one, Clarkson pops into my head. Keys in the bowl, its a JJAAAAGG. Also I always thought that one has a tinge of Spiker in its looks
The best description I've heard for that engine was when Clarkson described it as "dirty", and it is, it's a gloriously dirty noise that makes miserable busybodies glare at you with disapproval.
Flaws make for character. The 911 is basically perfection personified, and has absolutely no character. The XK is the opposite, so has oodles of character and honestly, I prefer the character. And if the worst thing you can come up with to say about a car is the infotainment set-up is old and dated, then it's a bloody good car, and it's not like that can't be swapped out for a more modern system.
I have sat in the back of a coupe, it's tolerable for short journey's, just gives a touch of extra practicality that a pure 2-Seater just doesn't have.
In the Before-Times I regularly ended up coming across a silver 4.2 XK of the same generation that seemed to be doing a daily commute, or least several days of the week, so as far as I'm concerned, if someone can use it on the daily commute, it's got to be pretty reliable, and given those V8s are all derivatives of a common design, if the 4.2 is reliable, then the 5.0l is probably just as reliable.
There's _never_ been a child within me, Your Honour.
Another great Video and great Car. As an owner of an X100 Xk8 cpupe would love to see a video with that generation. The feeling you get in it is very different and maybe a bit more of the "real" jaguar style and for me nothing beats it for looks.
I have an XKR 2011 coupe to me it’s one of the most beautiful Sportscars around, but even more impressive is fun and excitement you get when driving it around! Mine has had a pulley kit and tune mod exhaust and it is blistering quick and lays you in your seat! Regarding reliability it is super reliable and has never let me down, I’m really tired of hearing about the infotainment system who gives a shit, what counts is the things you really need such as Heating, cooling, hands free, sound system, heated and cooled seats, driver and passenger comfort etc, which all works fantastically well in the XK, what’s most important to me is the driving pleasure this car gives the rest is fairy floss! An all aluminum supercar that puts a big smile on your dial 👍 cheers from Oz
Of course you should by an XKR 🤷🏻♂️
Love the XK. The XKR was the icing on the cake. Classy beauty. Looks good with roof up too. Sounds fabulous under load too. Another great video Matt 👌👏I love all the JLR products. I just do 🤷🏻
I had 4 Jaguars in my life ( XJS, XK8, X-TYPE and XK ) and never had any major problems with any of them , just fantastic cars purring at 40 mph and roaring at 150 mph ! Loved every one of them and adore my current XK 5L Portfolio. I also kept my 2004 X-Type estate, originally bought when we bought a dog that could not fit in our XK8, our dog has now passed away but kept the car as the space inside is insane, so convenient. The X-Type is just a very convenient armchair on wheels and the XK is a fun and exciting wild animal :)
I bought my 07 XK last year and haven’t regretted it for a second. Yes, there’s been some wear and tear to deal with - it’s a 15 year old car at the end of the day - yet overall it’s still cheaper to run than the 340i Saloon it replaced… and you can’t beat the noise of a naturally aspirated proper V8.
DEFINITELY
Another ICONIC Jaguar and
A real HEAD TURNER
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... I will buy a green one next year
I loved my XKR (coupe). Way more practical than the convertible. No issues with reliability but it did chew through tyres (I can't imagine why). Had to sell it, as being white haired, I was startig to look a bit sad instead of cool. Hey ho, that's life. Thanks for a great episode, Matt.
Hi John....I had to agree with your "way more practical" comment... I'm semi-bald & almost whiting...Is there a conection! LOL!
But where I am now the planet earth...such cars are in the world of fantasy for me...they fetch ridiculous money here.
Beyond my means. But I can dream....eh?
No way, you will look the business in it, not sad at all.
I hope your joking! Nothing makes me smile more than seeing an older gentlemen enjoying a car like this. Ignore what you think people think of you. Go and fine another 😉
My dad just bought a convertible XK for his 75 birthday . . . because hes the original CHAD
I am 39. Have had all sorts of semi super cars. currently drive an xk 4.2 'base' model. I just love the design and the exhaust. Super reliable, love it. The ride is unreal comfortable in coupe.
Love all the XK’s, the modernisation of the E Type, F Type looks too small so never appealed to me, XK’s are where it’s at 🙌🏻
I agree the f types are just meh
@@MotorTorq_ZA Never mind owning, have you ever driven an F Type?
@@kriskantu No I haven’t driven one don’t have a license
F Type only appeals to me in Coupe form.
@@MotorTorq_ZA Why do you have a channel called "motors reviews" when you camt possibly review them? Your opinion is worthless if you cant even drive a car .
This is my go to car. I bought a 2013 BRG with only 16,000miles. I prefer it over my previous CL500, X6 and Panamera S. It is my daily driver. No hydraulics to fail or turbos to worry about. Simply a gorgeous car which will be a future classic..
100%!
The older 2006-2008 late 4.2 is cheap as chips, a bit more reliable than the 5.0. After driving all 4 versions, 4.2/r and 5.0/r I went for the 4.2 base simply as the aesthetics and exhaust were just as good.
Love these. And compared to the contemporary Audi/BMW they're no more unreliable and are probably more reliable in many cases
Great video! I've had my 07 XK for 2 years now and I only realised the other day that I've actually stopped looking at cars. I went through lots of different cars (Porsche 944, Mustang, old BMW 6 series (I prefer older cars than new) etc) but I could never settle. But I now realise that I have settled with my XK coupe. It's sexy. It makes me feel good. It sounds awesome and, as you said, the design is just sublime. Utterly perfect. Pretty. Purposeful. Not shouty or gregarious. It's classy.
I'd be interested to see what you think of the F-Type. Keep up the good work.
Good choice!
How was the mustang? What’s it like to live with?
I’ve had my 2012 facelift for nearly 10 years and used as my daily family car with 2 kids and a dog for the first 7 years. It has been very reliable and sounds amazing. As someone already pointed out, they never got the 8 speed box
Ah I didnt know that. I was certain the 2014 XKR I filmed with had an 8 speed
@@HighPeakAutos That means you never had it in Sport and Dynamic, using the paddles....the gear you are in when you do that is prominently displayed on the dash...
I bet you your car is beautiful. I have always wanted one of these but I have been scared away because of reliability. I am going to just take a chance and buy one
@@bh2155 I don’t think I am unique, I think these cars are pretty bulletproof but are prone to electrical gremlins if the battery isn’t kept in top condition
Great car, have a 2010 coupe myself. 23mpg over 8k miles driving spiritedly. Make sure you have spare cash for maintaining though. Not unreliable, but fluids need changing and bushings will wear fast as its still a heavy car. Looking back id buy the non SC, still plenty of power, and without the issues of the E-diff and no supercharger maintainance to worry about.
That's what the flat cap is for - to cover up the white hair!
There you go! That exhaust note was all the music you’re ever going to need. Beautiful car in (in my opinion) the best colour. Fantastic! Another great VT Matt 👍🏻
I've loved the XK forever. Timeless design. I still remember the openeing scenes of the XKs review on Top Gear, with Jezza sat behind a silver example with the stunning Yorkshire Dales backdrop. Simply stunning!!
I think Jaguar missed a trick by binning the two V6 diesel prototypes they were testing, apparently there wasn't the market for a diesel G.T. Seems nobody told BMW, judging by the number of 640ds I see on the road. You are quite right about Jaguar dropping the XK and XKR too early, the F- type is a completely different animal. The reason they dropped the XK is because the F-type is produced on the old XK production line. There were rumors about a replacement based on the next XJ chassis, but that seems to have died with all this electrification nonsense.
God I love these. Although I rather the looks at least of the X100.
Off to autotrader to price them up.
Wonderful cars. I prefer the 4.2 supercharged. It's a little more primitive, but love that. Also love the J gate shifter instead of the iDrive Style dial. F type is an amazing car but more of a Porsche 911 alternative. The XK is more user friendly day-to-day. Far more comfortable. They're all terrific cars. Even the base model naturally aspirated. Fantastic. Incredible value for money. Also a budget-friendly alternative to a Bentley Continental GTC without all of the fussiness.
You need to donate this car to me, FREE. You're a happily married man and I don't have a girlfriend. Believe me, the kind of women I normally find myself with don't worry about economy car interior switches. They're the type who always buy marked down sausages and insect destroying perfumery.
I know what you mean about the unreliability comment from those who have never owned one - as soon as I mention in a post that I have an Alfa, there is always somebody who pipes up with the "Alfas are unreliable" phrase. I've had mine for nearly 4 years, and apart from what I consider to be regular maintenance, the car has been eminently reliable.
Its so boring and predictable isnt it
Did a bit of digging around the various reliability surveys, and the XK (X150) was the most reliable car in its class (large GT), and by a country mile too.
Not sure what you mean about parts bin special Matt? Other than the window switch / mirror control unit (shared with Volvo and Aston Martin) the rest of the interior is bespoke to Jaguar and most of it unique to the XK. The infotainment systems were of their time, and I’d guess any car from 10 - 15 years ago will suffer the same?
Good review 😊👍
Yep i thought this. Ive owned one and its nice place to be and its of the time.
@@charlottecooley2428 Agreed. I loved mine, never put a foot wrong in the three years I had it ☺️
Awesome vid once again . Wish all traders were like you. After watching you have just made up my mind XKR it is. Thanks
Glad to help
Used to think the lights on this gen were over styled but they have aged really well. The whole car just gets better with age.
I purchased a black xk convertible (portfolio spec), so not turbo, back in 2012. It never ceases to make me smile and all your comments are spot on, but hey when did anyone buy a car for it infortaiment system? I only drive it 6 months of the year but once it goes away I look forward to it's return. The convertibles are not a common sight and still turn heads wherever you go. It is utterly reliable and the major purchase you should budget for is tyres because with all that power its very easy to get through tread. I will never sell it and will pass it on to my children - a true classic.
Nice!
Have you still got it?
Yes and it’s not for sale lol
That looks so good, roof up or down. Aren't you tempted
YES you should! 💯💥💫
Thanks for another XKR review Matt always a pleasure to see and hear these cars ! Definitely one of the prettiest Jag's produced in a long time. OK the interior is a bit dated but I think there are so may other pluses about the car it can be forgiven for that. IMO there are colours other than black that suit the XKR better. How about a review on an XFR next?
Never thought I'd want an R but thinking it might be a good investment to have in the garage and just put on the road two or three months a year? Got an early (nearly put old) standard 4.2 soft top, we love it. Kept it almost standard that's what they deserve, just added an automatic roof opener (three touches of the unlock button on the key fob and it opens, three on the lock it closes) a system to put rear quarter lights up when high speed cruising and a bluetooth receiver to stream music.
Lovely car, just makes us smile when we open the garage door.
PS changed your barber or have they sharpened their scissors 😊
What a car. Driven by the best presenter on UA-cam in my opinion. Good job mate
Thank you
My biggest issue with these Jags (and jag of similar era) is the interior quality. It just isnt quite as solid as you'd expect it to be. I was in a similar age Mercedes CLS recently, and, whilst the Jaguar interior was nicer to look at, the Merc interior solidity felt how the Jag should feel. And as stated in the video, the steering is too light. But they are fantastic looking cars.
Well my little Car freind for the past 18 months i have been thinking about my next car My Currant 2014 XK would have been changed i 12 months time I have looked at Lexus because of your review and i have looked at DB11 both used ar around 4 years old Today I went to a indipendant Jag specialist and i talked through my choice of cars and my choice is now to keep my currant XK I have always loved it and it makes me smile after talking to the specialist its a keeper and in future it will be a classic he has said the same as you they are quite reliable and can be fixed at low cost compared to the Aston whos repair costs can be very high I just wanted to thank you I like your reviews a lot plain simple and at times funny So Me and My XK convertible are going to age together I quite like that it fees good
I have had a 2008 4.2 XKR for the last 3 years as a weekend car. No reliability issues. V. Comfortable. As stated puts a smile on my face every time.
Brand spanking new , sat in the Jaguar Dealership with a price tag of £58,000's put me right off it especially as they were only offering me a measly £10 grand for my X-Type but now seeing this, if EV's were not getting my total emotions running high I might look at one of these.
Now who can tell me the winning numbers on this weeks lottery as then I'd have a punt.
Maybe change the entertainment system touch screen, there must be a company out there who could fit something tasty
I would love one of those. 30mpg on a cruise is very respectable given that’s it’s a 5ltr supercharged engine
I am very proud of my 2006 XKR. No mechanical issues after using almost daily and honestly not too bad on fuel.
I had to replace the front subframe which was £1,000 from Jaguar and another £500 to fit it.
Should last for many years now, and I will certainly keep it for ever.
I can recommend them to anyone, They put a smile on your face and big jaguar pawprints on your soul.
That's the way to go: Jaguar Pawprints on your soul!
Nooooooooo! There I was, looking for the sensible "don't be daft, don't touch one" advice. And bloody hell, here I am, now, searching the small ads!
Thanks!
Great video, many thanks. I've owned my 08 XK for 2 years now, and it has been all pleasure so far. It looks stunning, it has a really throaty roar from the get-go and (so far) has been utterly reliable. Slightly expensive for tyres, but on the whole, it is cheaper to run than my company car was.
I have the xk portfolio 8yrs now & every now & again I think I'll change it , I'm still waiting to find something better , roof down sun out ..... xant beat it .
I was 575 to like the movie, so next please some 575 XJ ;-)
You had lost me with that interior.. but when you hit that bypass.. 👌 would not get tired of that noise
Love these, every time you go somewhere you are always on time as you’re never late in a V8!
You haven't driven my rather poorly Volvo Xc90 V8! Only joking.... "Never late in a V8" Love it!
(My old girl is still quick...just not as lithe as she once was......)
@@patagualianmostly7437 Lol XC90 V8 is very cool.
Lovely car, now a dying breed unfortunately.
I'd pick the Bentley from your last post, slight difference in price though!
I could do with that exact car to match my XF 3.0d, weekday & weekend models on the drive.
Just bought an 2006 XK n/a and selling my XF 30.d. Around town its very similar, good ride, quiet, but as soon as you put your foot down, fireworks! Love its dual personality and you only live once!
Thanks Matt...This is a car on my bucket list for the ideal weekend tourer. After considering a few alternatives I've unsurprisingly found the XKR back at the top of the list and so the search is on for the sub £18K previously well cared for model...I'm sure its out there and I'll let you know when I find it. I do intend to join the Jaguar drivers/owners club for good advice, access to the right garage/specialists and parts. I'm reckoning that the "best of both worlds" in terms of value, reliability, quality, running costs etc would be a 2008/9 model ( I like the ideal of the J gate gear selector and would have to forgive the crap infotainment screen system and use google maps 📱📱) ....oh and it would have to have the tan/light interior. Thanks for this and all your videos T
Great car. So much fun. Damn the running costs and the barely there tech. The engine is a hooligan searching for an ASBO.
Did look at one of these, but the general unreliability of JLR is just a no for a daily driver.
Not really an issue with these to be honest
@@jameshogg601 I know, but past experience really put me off. If I had the money to have one as a weekend car I would.
Gorgeous isn't it , with way more character than most cars of the same type
You're mistaken about the gearbox on the 2012 onwards models. They were all 6 speed. Never came with an 8 speed.
My mistake. Dont know where i heard that
It's even got my initials on the plate, just drop it round when you're finished, Matt 👍👍😂😂
Good video review, I like the XF
I couldn't pickup any supercharger whine in your vid, is it present in real life as I find that noise really addictive?
It wasn't too loud but maybe because I had the roof down and all I could hear was wind
Best looking car ever i wish they made a 3 L
I personally loved the older version, because I’m a S-Type nostalgic fan.. But the sound of that engine.. My god… Really nice piece of jewelry 👍🏻
Every Jag I have ever owned (XJS, XKR) has put a big smile on my face every time I drove it. Makes me wonder why I haven't got a Jag in the garage now.
I need one of these in my life I have done for a long time even thought about selling my 1974 series 2 XJ6 to buy one as I can’t have both 😢
If you can't stretch your budget to an Aston Martin, then this is the car to have!.
Matt, an F Type review is long overdue
You're right, it is
I have a 2010 5.0L XK as a second car to a VW Touareg. For a 5k pa mileage limit, fully comp with breakdown cover etc. costs me £260pa with LV.
The road tax is a stinger @£630pa, but the two come in at less than a grand, so 20 quid a week.
I've thought about trading it for a convertable XK on more than one occasion ... and then it rains.
Has aged very well, handsome and elegant.
Thanks! What do you think of the car?
@@HighPeakAutos
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I haven't seen a better looking car. 👊
i have 2012 xkrs and my friend have 2014 xkr and they both have same gearbox, if you drove xk with 8hp it was swapped from ftype, in Poland two companies offers such modification
I bought a 2009 XK convertible Pearlescent white Diamond Edition with 17,000 miles. Currently have about 24, 000 on it. (Previous Jag was a 2006 XKR coupe. Couldn't trust myself with all that horsepower!!) Never ceases to make me smile when I drive it-use it as a daily drive these days. About once or twice a week someone always has to try and entice me to a drag race, lol! So fun and a beautiful car to look at for sure.
I think these cars are a bargain for what your get. I’ve just bought my second 4.2 XKR convertible, admittedly with a gap of 15 years. Family running costs! First one was frost blue, second lunar grey. I’ve found them so reliable.
Should you buy a Jaguar XK-R convertible?
Answer: YES.
A good friend of mine changes his (luxury) cars the way I change cameras. It means that I get to ride in some very tasty motors. He used to own an XKR convertible, and it was a cracking motor. No rattles at all, unlike his Porsche 911 rag top. He has also owned two Merc 500SL's, the rag top and the folding tin top, an Alfa, an SLK 55 V8 and a Lexus LC 430. Of them all, my favourite was the XKR.
Hi Matt, I've just bought a Jaguar XK 5.0, I live in Cheshire and was wondering if you had a recommended Jaguar specialist and gear box specialist?
I have a 2004 XKR for when I want to channel my inner fuddy-duddy :-) I've also got a 2017 F-Type S for when I want to be a hooligan.
Another very entertaining video Matt. Unfortunately, my head is still ruling my car choices. For now
If i was driven by my heart i would buy this car in a heart beat.
If i was driven by my head i would think of the eye watering costs involved in running such a car. Damn! The truth is, i'm still sitting on the fence.
heart > head
If your wallet says yes.... stop sitting on the damn fence, man.... Go for it.
Let your eyes water all they want to..... probably will anyway..... as you breeze down the road having the time of your life!
You only live once!
You've lost me. Where are the real cars for real people reviews? Fiats? Renaults? Toyotas? Seats etc? You've turned into another flash car Freddie. Unsubscribing.
Love the XK's there's one on my street a 2004, 4.2 litre imported from Switzerland, she drives sometimes all the way from here in Tenerife to Switzerland and back, it was a blue colour she had it painted a metallic British Green, like you said Matt it looks fab with the roof down.. the owner as never had a problem with it, as normal great Video.
Tenerife to Switzerland.....??? Via the Atlantic Ocean? On a regular basis....Really? She can afford that.... but only a 2004 model? Mmm?
Yes she gets the 31 hour ferry from Tenerife to I think Malaga then drives through Spain and France to Switzerland. The car is in mint condition and very reliable, she goes once or twice a year
i think is a good car for somebody who can use it more than 5 days a year, in Norway is a nonsense. From 365 days in a year is raining 360.......so😂
Same in manchester
My favourite British car after the Range Rover
It's ok but not quite as practical as my x5, probably not even as much as my BMW r1200gs at least I can get loads of camping gear on it 😂😂👍👍
I need to get some “supercharged” wheels for my Jaguar 🤣 Amazing +40 hp with only a wheel swap…
Once you had a jag they just grab you and never get over it I feel proud that I have own one before I kick the bucket
What would you pick. Xkr 5.0 or Maserati grand cabrio 4.7s?
I’d love to buy one for my dad
Not a car that I would ever consider owning. I enjoyed the video but I don't understand the appeal of owning an expensive Convertable V8-powered car in the north of England.
I have one , insurance is less than £220 a year , but then again I'm an old fart , today its had a Adamesh back box replacement fitted , now it does growl but the smile you get driving it is worth the money , for my daily driver I have a 53 plate focus diesel and I love that also , one thing the black is a bugger to keep clean .
I love my ‘12 XK-R it’s my daily driver other than normal wear and tear I’ve had no issues
You look so good in that hehe :)
Do love a Black XKR convertible, it's such a sinister but Gorgeous shape.
I prefer Jags to Astons.
Don't know why.
Maybe the price difference..
Ahhhhhh the sound of a cross-plane crank V8
And don't ever, ever, ever pronounce it Jagwar! 😡
It's in the eye of the beholder and all that, but there's not been many....if any....better looking cars since this was released, and not a great deal many before it.
3:54 little bit of tyre squeal i heard there, naughty. still great video and a great car
Try having a air-conditioning leak behind the dash cost a fortune 2 days in the garage plus labour ouch!!!!
This or a the couple version? I know its all down to personal opinion, but what's the biggest pros and cons? just the normal coupe handles better?
I like the videos but when you're talking it feels like your saying sentence after sentence and there's not much flow polish it up and the videos would be more enjoyable
Its not rust thats steel. Its corrosion on aluminum ecpecially bad where a screw or attachment of dissimilar metals. Nomatter what you do its going to edge out. The price you pay. Ill take it
Beautiful car
One of my favorite Jags! The XKR is a Jem and I actually kinda want one but I'm looking to get a S500/S560 convertible or S63 AMG convertible so definitely won't have use for one🤔 although still a understated beauty!
Yet now Jaguar has swallowed the green pill and will be all electric.