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I like how you always give “real” advice. “If you can only just afford it, you can’t afford it”. That’s sound advice and always keeping 20-30% back for repairs is a must on older, luxury cars.
20-30% for German. My 2012 XKR (as spec'd £100k new) aside from servicing, has cost me £800 in 3 years. And it's worth a little bit more than I paid for it. 👍
@@getawayhs2856Well, and how much was your "regular servicing"?😂 And EVERY used car you bought some years ago will be worth as much today. I sold my Toyota Proace for the same price I bought it 4 years earlier...with some tenthousands miles more. Better sell your Jag before the bubble bursts.
My brother in law whose family are business orientated and millionaires told me, if you can't afford to buy a car outright, then you can't afford it. I drive a banger haha. The same goes for a house in a way, but they see it as an asset that can earn you money if you rent it out above the monthly payment and should increase in value unlike most cars
As the fellah said, "Say less than you know. Have more than you show". For me, a cheapish 7 series would be great. But I guess you'd need a 50% repair fund :)
I love my 2014 S350d W222, had it now for 3 years, yes it’s expensive to run, service, etc, should only stick to original Merc parts/oils etc, but when you go out for a long run, it’s worth all them sacrifices you make to keep one! We all deserve to enjoy our passions, do it!
Great video. They have all been on my ‘want’ list. Having watched your previous video on the Maserati Quattroporte a few times I bought one 3 months ago. I’ve done 10000 miles in it since! Yes it’s going to cost more than a 5 series or E class to run but it’s been a lot of fun for the money. A champagne car for (relatively speaking) lemonade money 🤔👍 You only live once and who knows what lies ahead in life for any of us so my recommendation is to go ahead and take the plunge. Follow your heart instead of your head and buy the car of your dreams 😀
I've had a couple of Merc's, and was surprised at how little they can cost to run, once over 5 years old, the dealer servicing prices even go down, so they can keep your business, and I've even found parts reasonably priced, and competitive against after market parts in some cases.
I've had a Mercedes SLK for three years.servicing by an independent very reasonable and so far no repairs. It has black wheels and looks quite expensive but isn't
I’ve worked in a Mercedes for 12 years and the key to owning a merc is having a little pot to dip into for repairs. Any lights, rattles or squeaks that pop up, get them sorted asap and you’ll have a much more enjoyable ownership experience. Don’t put anything on the long finger
Wish I could agree with you, but alas no... The 2 CLS Shooting Brakes I owned, an AMG 63 and 350d cost nothing more than regular servicing, but an E Class estate and E Class coupe were bordering on being " money pits"! Dreadfully boring to boot and hard to understand how they're built by the same company that can design a stunningly beautiful car like the CLS Shooting Brake...
X351 Jaguar - I have owned a 3.0 Diesel for 5 years and 80k miles. Love the thing. In my ownership, the costs (over the whole 5 years) - Suspension ride height sensor (£250 at local Jag specialist). Cam belt (£350 at local Jag specialist) New front right rim (they buckle easily: £200 off ebay), windscreen (there is slight chassis flex, causing screens to crack (£90 on insurance) and then just servicing! I do the servicing myself - takes less than an hour to do the air filter, oil filter and fuel filters plus oil change. I do it every 5-10k miles. I also have a broken lock on the passenger door, the part was £50 only and I will tackle this myself when I can find the time. They are classy, rare, and make you feel special. if you are replacing the brake discs (or rotors if you are American), get drilled ones. They are prone to overheating and then warping... drilled discs help a little. 👌
More repairs than my 2013 Citroen C4 1.6D with 130k miles on it. Edit: Just thinking about it, your Jag had more repairs then my 2004 Xsara 1.4i with 100k miles on it. And it is still road legal and driving. 17 years of ownership
@@GodricThe but my jag is older than your Citroen by 3 years and has 110k miles so the costs are to be expected. In addition, I think we can both agree that owning older cars is far better than being locked into modern cars on expensive finance contracts! Good luck with the Citroen!
Well if you take out the Cam Belt charge as that's a service item, not a repair I'd be quite happy in a Jag. I had a Citroen and spent 2K in two years on repairs. The old ones, pre year 2000 were great but they are garbage now.@@GodricThe
All really good choices! Yesterday, having watched your review of the red XJ, I went and got one for myself. Cracking low mileage example in IRR with black alloys in the R-Sport guise from JRR Cars in Adlington! Thanks for these excellent videos - the honesty and positivity are peerless....
Such great advice Matt - the running costs of these cars can easily eclipse the purchase. As for reliability, I have a 27 year old Jag which has the 'grandfather' 4 litre V8 AJ26 engine and it has been 100% reliable (tensioners changed as preventative maintenance) and has the same compression and performance it was built with. They are truly great cars
I would definitely add Lexus to it, for example the LS600h, which can be relatively cheap (15-20k euros) and is an ultimate luxury limo with an efficient hybrid system which allows a reasonable consumption when driven sensibly.
Matt, you should have included the Jaguar XK. After one of your videos I bought a 5.0 normally aspirated and it’s easily the best car I’ve ever owned. It drives superbly and makes me smile every time I walk towards it. I also get to chat to the staff at my local petrol station at least twice a week! But seriously it’s a great car. As you said a while back: “ We’re here for a good time not a long time….” Keep up the excellent work! 👍🏻
@@HussainMubeen Well said - whilst the F type is a sexy car, it doesn't have that big GT presence of the XK. Whenever I see one i just think "European car trip please".
I regularly get attention and looks for my cars - more out of sympathy than anything else. Atleast I can be confident that I will never be conned by gold diggers.
I'm a Merc owner so instantly detect any merc within 100 yards :). I've seen 2 of these on the road ever. Meanwhile I've seen 5 hens teeth and a Scotsman get a round in three times - making the s63 coupe truly one of the rarest things around.
Thanks Matt. I’ve had the GTC and the L322. Both epic cars and your advice on the rainy day fund is spot on but for the GatC you need at least £5k a year to cover maintenance costs. Mine failed the MOT as a headlamp bulb was not secure in the socket. To get at the light the door, wing and bumper had to come off. It’s over engineered and the parts are extortionate. Another example the bonnet has 3 sensors that tell you if it’s shut, you can’t buy them separately, a new panel is required. 2 motors on the handbrake. It’s a money pit.
I have to admire you. You don't miss a beat!. You are a very enterprising young man and will go far in life. You are about the same age as my grand daughter(30's? ). I still drive my pristine 2007 Lexus ls460L in FLL and my 2007 honda crv in barbados. I watch you a lot because you have so much energy. Keep the reports coming....I enjoy them!!
I had a 2007 quattroporte automatica , I had it for 4 and a bit years and i drove it for about 35k miles . Belive it or not - the only issue i had with the car was an alternator replacement AND THATS IT!!!! superb and reliable car with alot of personality
Good choice of sponsor for the video. Take part in a few surveys and give yourself a welcome boost when it is time to go shopping. Super important with any of these vehicles is to take Matt's advice and have a fund to one side to cover for unexpected big bills. Fun fact the S-Class Coupe featured ranked as one of designer Frank Stephenson's top three Mercedes-Benz designs. Thank you.
I agree with you Matt on both counts, all the vehicles you mention are desirable and have the connotation of status and style. You have to be realistic too when you see your reserve depleting, do you stick it out or fold and sell. I did the latter with my R230, which was costing me more in the 2yrs of ownership than my W209 I’ve owned for over 7yrs. Used cars off all manufacturers are a gamble, so know when to walk away.
Great advice. I drove a 2010 Jaguar XF worth about £7k in 2020. Comment from a guy I went to talk to while he was looking at my car: "Cor, mate. You must be loaded." Rainy day fund is a good idea.
It’s amazing what you can find in 2010 we brought a fully loaded 2005 500SL with 16k on it from a Merc dealer for £22k. My wife used it as a every day car, albeit low mileage for 13-years and we only sold it this spring with 54k on it. It was Uber reliable. The only consistent issue we had with it was the aux battery dying about ever 3-years. Made her feel special every time she used it, it’s why we kept it so long.
Another excellent vid with sound, sensible buying advice. I like the fact that the cars were a real mixed bag as well. I like your vids Matt, as they are refreshing and you give good unbiased reviews. I think a very basic rule of thumb to remember here as well:- 'the older the car, the larger the emergency repair bill money pot'? ! ? Depending on the make, model and market reliability reputation of course.
Fella! damn good advice and in my experience where people go wrong on cars and houses - buy the best you can afford, it is not a guarantee but lay some money away for what you couldnt see/didnt expect!
Mercedes CLS 320 cdi also a good shout. I’ve owned one since 2011 and done 130,000 on top of the 20,000 it already had when I bought it. It’s had niggly minor electrical issues but crucially, no engine problems whatsoever. Same engine as the S Class but much sportier. A future classic
Proud owner of an X351 Jaguar XJ R-Sport, have almost identical one to the red one in the video. The only major fault i had was the ride height sensor (£250 repair) and throttle body (£500 repair). Car has been golden since. Service is around £450 for a major service and about £250 on minor which is not bad at all. Always used premium oil and Bosch filters and the car has never put a foot wrong. This is based of a 2.5 year ownership. Fantastic cars!
Hi Matt - I finally found my 2015, S500 coupe. Getting it perfect and fixing what seems tiny things - Has eaten £3K already.(8 weeks). With £600 to come when the parts arrive. As you constantly advise, prepare for the surprise.- So no drama. But is delicious to drive.
Good advice! I wish I'd seen this video before I'd bought my 2010 3litre V6 Jaguar XF approximately 2 years ago. I love the car and it's a pleasure to drive but it hasn't been without it's problems. DPF issues, corrosion, window regulator to name but a few. Some garages will only use Jaguar parts that are really pricey but I"ve found a local garage that is happy to use E Bay or non Jaguar parts and that has literally saved me hundreds of pounds. Loving these videos, keep up the good work HPA, looking forward to the next one 👍
Would be cool if you could do a video for the one tier below this as well; cars like a 2009 Volvo V70, Audi A5, and similar that can be had for well under 10k. The focus would be on a comfortable luxury vehicle for working class money rather than looking richer than you are
W212 Eclass is what you are looking for. Comfortable, strong engines and packed with features like cruise control, xenons, folding mirrors and lined door bins!
Remember Matthewsons selling an early 2000's Bentley for around £15.000 and it was a great looking car too -- the narrator did add "as long as the turbo doesn't go...'
Picked up a 2018 E400D and it blows me away when comparing its performance to similar cars, not many can get close to it. It’s fun if you want to go crazy but gets me 40+mpg on drives to London and super comfortable. Desperately want an S63 coupe or CL63 just to enjoy on weekends but cash just isn’t there.
I got the same E400D, and even here in germany there is barely any car that can pull away on the Autobahn. First of all most Autobahn sections are crowded or limited, regular 4 cylinder engines are not strong enough and even the 500hp monsters arent fast enough to pull away completely. Even when there is a Lambo or Porsche, they barely pull away, and latest after 10 mins I overtake them, because they cant drive constantly 200-250kmh because its exhausting in those kind of cars and the fuel tank is empty quite quickly...
Nice little video Matt. I've owned L322, W221, X351 and other similar cars so can relate, although not for the reason you mention, rather I appreciate the level of comfort and refinement that this type of car offers, not to mention VFM. This is obviously lost on people who have never driven any of the above and think an S-line Audi or M-sport BMW are comfortable.
I think that most people have never had the privilege of being inside an XJ. It is true limousine comfort, but also a very driveable car at the same time.
Entertaining video, and great advice about the rainy day fund. I'm in New Zealand and I budget about $4,000 (about £2000) per year for maintenance across my 2001 Corvette and my 2007 Jaguar S-Type. I'm by no means wealthy - and I only drive these cars because I love them - but by carefully budgeting $400 aside each month and keeping those funds separate, I avoid the panic attacks I used to experience when handed invoices with too many zeroes in the total! 😅 If I have a year that's a bit of a lesser spend, I leave the funds in the account for the inevitable catch-up year. 😮 Gotta love old cars!
Great channel and it’s taught me a lot. Been there, ran a Jaguar XKR, can afford it, don’t run these cars on a budget, it doesn’t work, - absolutely lovely car, not stupid price to buy, somebody got hit with huge depreciation but it wasn’t me - had the Range Rover Sport 5ltr engine, fully knew and accepted that the VED would be horrible and that fuel costs would be high - for the first 5 years, few problems, normal and expected expenses, had a few issues, plus tyres and battery etc, kept a sensible fund back and everything ticked along nicely - After 5 years everything started to go wrong at the same time, the alternator went, air con failed, coolant leak, battery problems, plus the normal expenses, VED ‘went up - The bills got awful, I could have sorted it, everything was very fixable but reached a point where I’d had enough and traded it for - a Honda CRV. Great to own these types of car, had my fun and maybe looked rich for a while but they have the potential to make you weep. now I look poor again 😢 - Plus the chances of getting knicked for speeding, every trip out became a challenge around our area.
I have owned a 2007 series 1 Bentley Continental since 2013 and it has been a great car. The running costs (maintenance) have been massive - engine has been out twice) but it now has 199,000 miles on the clock and is still going like the wind. Have NEVER been bested on acceleration or top speed - even by a motorcycle. When in "sport mode" the performance is pretty damn good. Is also super comfortable and so quiet the loudest thing is the A/C.
This is really valuable Matt - thanks again! Also a question I have often asked myself, particularly regarding the prices of Maserati. Good that you reminded us about the slush fund... I was in the market for a Quattroporte but kind of chickened out... because I was concerned about running costs. Live in Sweden now... I wouldn't want to use it in the winter... because of the ludicrous amonts of salt on the roads... and it is more difficult to source parts and professional service. However... it is a drop-dead sexy car... no getting away from that.
A fine selection of (ex)precious metal! And a cautionary note at the end. I like this type of video. PS: your videos have always been great to watch, but your new production team has has taken the "look and feel" up a notch.
Best to heed the advice about keeping money back for a rainy day. I have kept a little car fund for servicing and maintenance for around 30 years, especially as I have driven used Mercs for 23 of those years. Costs have been relatively okay, but I still top the fund up each month with a few pounds just in case a huge bill comes my way.
I've recently bought a Jaguar X-Type Sovereign estate which is a car I've always been interested in. Didn't spend anything like the suggested amounts on this video but the car has been very well-looked after, detailed history and drives fine. Owner forced to part-ex the car because their address is in the ULEZ zone. My garage lets me supply my own parts so I always buy the best quality for them to fit. I like the fact that there is a Ford 2.2 diesel engine under the bonnet so no timing belt and the automatic transmission is 6-speed and the same as in the Tiguan (which I was glad to be rid of) and the Volvo Geartronics. I agree that you need a bit of savings for any car.
great advice as always Matt. Your videos helped me find my L320 4.2SC, and I have a 2.5k rainy day pot since day one and resisted blowing all my budget on the purchase price.
I wouldn't have any of them, lovely cars but as you say matt, keep a pot of money for repairs. I must say, a lot of new cars are expensive to maintain these days, ive still got my nissan vecta n13 which ive owned since 1989 and its the most fun and enjoyable car I've owned. Great vids matt. Aussie Graham.
I remember watching a TV program a few few years ago where a billionaire was asked “What’s the best thing about being a billionaire?” to which he replied “Never having to wear a watch.”
There is a significant reason why most people struggle to become truly wealthy. They attempt to display a lavish lifestyle, such as owning expensive cars, before actually attaining substantial wealth. If you can control your impulses and invest in income-generating assets, you have the potential to achieve genuine wealth. Otherwise, you may end up bankrupt.
If you were doing a follow up on the top 6-10, would you add a BMW 7-series and an Audi A7 (or A8) to the list? If so, where in that list would each of them come, and what else would round out your top 10? Maybe a Cadillac Escalade would sneak in? (Some feat for a vehicle that can't really sneak in anywhere!) Doing a quick AutoTrader search of cars up to 2015 priced between £15-25k turns up Porsche 911s (996 and 997, unsurprisingly), BMW 6-series, Mercedes-Benz SLs and SLKs, a couple of Aston Martin DB9s (amongst a bunch of DB7s), and many more besides. There are some interesting options beyond the standard luxobarges!
I’ve got a 11year old XF 2.2 diesel with beige leather interior and yes everyone that I work with or give a lift to thinks it’s amazing and generally gives a sarcastic “you must be loaded” comment! I always say it’s eleven years old and I just get a blank expression back 😂 On watching this channel I got the gear box & engine serviced as it’s got 65k miles which cost 1k & next month I’ll get the cam belt done at £600 then hopefully that’s the big spend done but will keep some money to one side just in case. Lastly and a big reason for this comment is I’m driving a car that really does feel like luxury while getting 40+ miles to the gallon!
Love this offering Matt, each car passed the Dave Watts mark of quality, when you look at it you 😊 by the way can you recommend a Audi specialist in Stockport area you use/ recommend
In my mid 20s I fell in love with a Mercedes 190e 2.0l. It was 10k and more than my annual salary. I noticed the difference in how other road users treated me immediately. It wasn't to show how much money I had it was purely because it was the most gorgeous thing I had ever seen and I had to have it. Well three years later having spent heaps on the gearbox, the sunroof, tires and lots of breaks it was time to let it go. It was after all a money pit. I went back to the garage and was informed that the new owner had complained that it smelled funny when he drove it. Apparently he had been driving it for over a week with the handbrake on. Many people buy expensive cars but do not want to spend money on the upkeep. This is the biggest problem with luxury second hand cars. If you didn't own it from new then you can't really tell how it was treated.
Ah. Amazing cars. Just go on forever. I've owned BMW's, Audi's, saabs, jags, etc. But the micra, can throw around anywhere with no anxiety, super reliable and cheap to run
@@Warriorn977This exactly. I had the 65bhp 1.5 DCi engine in mine. It's quick enough with go-kart handling, cheap tax and easy servicing, that's it. My younger sister has it now, and does about 15,000 miles a year in it. Great little cars.
Yeah, not a bad mix, though you missed the most obvious... 2015 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 Energy. With 90 raging stallions under the bonnet, 16" alloys and electric front windows, you feel like a million dollars behind the wheel and the girls LOVE it. You're welcome 😂 Keep up the great work 👍
Some nice cars on your list - I could fancy any of them! Have thought about an XJ but I can't really justify a beast of that size - my XF is probably a bigger car than I need but I am rather attachd to it🙂
Just made a massive mistake Matt. I just bought my fifth big body RR and this one is a 2023 Autobiography. Have always loved my previous RR’s but totally overcharged (my fault) for this ‘23. Dealership used the “these are so rare and so few getting imported we are charging a “adjusted market price” which of course means tacking on thousands to the price. So frustrated getting screwed on the price will probably never buy a RR again. Must admit I love the LR3 and LR4. I believe over there they are calledDiscovery 3 and 4. Such unique and cool SUV’s but of course LR quit making those.
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Or you could look rich in a Mercedes AMG GT 😂
Hi I feel like I’m being really stupid but how do you enter into your competitions? I just can’t work it out… please help 😊
Hahaha 😂
For real 😂😂😂
Can you do video on the opposite, 5 excellent cars to drive that make you look poor to people who don't know what they looking at?
I like how you always give “real” advice. “If you can only just afford it, you can’t afford it”. That’s sound advice and always keeping 20-30% back for repairs is a must on older, luxury cars.
20-30% for German. My 2012 XKR (as spec'd £100k new) aside from servicing, has cost me £800 in 3 years. And it's worth a little bit more than I paid for it. 👍
@@getawayhs2856Well, and how much was your "regular servicing"?😂
And EVERY used car you bought some years ago will be worth as much today. I sold my Toyota Proace for the same price I bought it 4 years earlier...with some tenthousands miles more. Better sell your Jag before the bubble bursts.
@@miskatonic6210 it's okay, I can still afford it whatever happens. And the XJS, and the Daimler Double Six 👍
My brother in law whose family are business orientated and millionaires told me, if you can't afford to buy a car outright, then you can't afford it. I drive a banger haha.
The same goes for a house in a way, but they see it as an asset that can earn you money if you rent it out above the monthly payment and should increase in value unlike most cars
Title should be: "5 Cars That Make You Look Richer but bankrupt you".
Haha maybe
Gold digging women or gold digging garages.
Hahaha love it 😂
Scotty says “Endless money pit”
Keep it up man😊
XJ owner here. People love a Jag. They treat you with respect and dignity. It’s quite lovely.
My old Renault megane makes me look poorer than I am 😂😂😂
As the fellah said, "Say less than you know. Have more than you show". For me, a cheapish 7 series would be great. But I guess you'd need a 50% repair fund :)
Renault Megane is a cool car.
@@dreamcoatcreatives yes my 2012 estate has done 365000 km and been very reliable.
I love my 2014 S350d W222, had it now for 3 years, yes it’s expensive to run, service, etc, should only stick to original Merc parts/oils etc, but when you go out for a long run, it’s worth all them sacrifices you make to keep one! We all deserve to enjoy our passions, do it!
One hardly deserves anything in life. One earns almost everything.
Here in U.S. i own 2019 S560 w222. Amazing vehicle. Maintainance is not cheap but you're right; worth it. Love my Mercedes
Got to say this is my new favourite channel at the moment , so well put together thank you for this great motoring content Matt! 👏🏻
Glad you enjoy it!
Great video. They have all been on my ‘want’ list. Having watched your previous video on the Maserati Quattroporte a few times I bought one 3 months ago. I’ve done 10000 miles in it since! Yes it’s going to cost more than a 5 series or E class to run but it’s been a lot of fun for the money. A champagne car for (relatively speaking) lemonade money 🤔👍 You only live once and who knows what lies ahead in life for any of us so my recommendation is to go ahead and take the plunge. Follow your heart instead of your head and buy the car of your dreams 😀
I've had a couple of Merc's, and was surprised at how little they can cost to run, once over 5 years old, the dealer servicing prices even go down, so they can keep your business, and I've even found parts reasonably priced, and competitive against after market parts in some cases.
I've had a Mercedes SLK for three years.servicing by an independent very reasonable and so far no repairs. It has black wheels and looks quite expensive but isn't
OEM parts are still quite dare depending on where you are in the world. They can be more fuel efficient than other cars saving you in the long run
I’ve worked in a Mercedes for 12 years and the key to owning a merc is having a little pot to dip into for repairs. Any lights, rattles or squeaks that pop up, get them sorted asap and you’ll have a much more enjoyable ownership experience. Don’t put anything on the long finger
@@Quattro_Joemy clutch bearing is starting to crunch 😭
Wish I could agree with you, but alas no...
The 2 CLS Shooting Brakes I owned, an AMG 63 and 350d cost nothing more than regular servicing, but an E Class estate and E Class coupe were bordering on being " money pits"!
Dreadfully boring to boot and hard to understand how they're built by the same company that can design a stunningly beautiful car like the CLS Shooting Brake...
X351 Jaguar - I have owned a 3.0 Diesel for 5 years and 80k miles. Love the thing. In my ownership, the costs (over the whole 5 years) - Suspension ride height sensor (£250 at local Jag specialist). Cam belt (£350 at local Jag specialist) New front right rim (they buckle easily: £200 off ebay), windscreen (there is slight chassis flex, causing screens to crack (£90 on insurance) and then just servicing! I do the servicing myself - takes less than an hour to do the air filter, oil filter and fuel filters plus oil change. I do it every 5-10k miles. I also have a broken lock on the passenger door, the part was £50 only and I will tackle this myself when I can find the time. They are classy, rare, and make you feel special. if you are replacing the brake discs (or rotors if you are American), get drilled ones. They are prone to overheating and then warping... drilled discs help a little. 👌
More repairs than my 2013 Citroen C4 1.6D with 130k miles on it.
Edit: Just thinking about it, your Jag had more repairs then my 2004 Xsara 1.4i with 100k miles on it. And it is still road legal and driving. 17 years of ownership
@@GodricThebut the experience behind the wheel is incomparable.
@@GodricThe£1000 for 5 years or £200 per year on repairs on the Jag. I’d prefer to own that than the Citroens sorry.
@@GodricThe but my jag is older than your Citroen by 3 years and has 110k miles so the costs are to be expected.
In addition, I think we can both agree that owning older cars is far better than being locked into modern cars on expensive finance contracts!
Good luck with the Citroen!
Well if you take out the Cam Belt charge as that's a service item, not a repair I'd be quite happy in a Jag. I had a Citroen and spent 2K in two years on repairs. The old ones, pre year 2000 were great but they are garbage now.@@GodricThe
All really good choices! Yesterday, having watched your review of the red XJ, I went and got one for myself. Cracking low mileage example in IRR with black alloys in the R-Sport guise from JRR Cars in Adlington! Thanks for these excellent videos - the honesty and positivity are peerless....
Lovely! Enjoy it
Such great advice Matt - the running costs of these cars can easily eclipse the purchase. As for reliability, I have a 27 year old Jag which has the 'grandfather' 4 litre V8 AJ26 engine and it has been 100% reliable (tensioners changed as preventative maintenance) and has the same compression and performance it was built with. They are truly great cars
What about corrosion
I would definitely add Lexus to it, for example the LS600h, which can be relatively cheap (15-20k euros) and is an ultimate luxury limo with an efficient hybrid system which allows a reasonable consumption when driven sensibly.
Not to mention it will be way more reliable than a Benz or Jag.
My JDM imported 2004 Toyota Celsior (Lexus LS430) doesn’t make me look any richer, more like a retired drug dealer😀
LS is the most obvious answer!
Agreed , good call Andek 👍👍👍
Yeah but people care nothing about lexus badge lol. I love lexus and have one so it doesn't work.
Matt, you should have included the Jaguar XK. After one of your videos I bought a 5.0 normally aspirated and it’s easily the best car I’ve ever owned. It drives superbly and makes me smile every time I walk towards it. I also get to chat to the staff at my local petrol station at least twice a week! But seriously it’s a great car. As you said a while back: “ We’re here for a good time not a long time….” Keep up the excellent work! 👍🏻
Love the XKs, really wished they did 1 more facelift with the updated tech from the XF/XE
@@HussainMubeen Well said - whilst the F type is a sexy car, it doesn't have that big GT presence of the XK. Whenever I see one i just think "European car trip please".
I get looks constantly driving around my 2011 jaguar xk convertible 5.0. I love how much attention it gets despite costing less than a used small SUV
Not everyone wants to be stared at.
You can get the stares if you chose to drive around in a chav'd up Corsa with a Lound exhaust, lol!
I regularly get attention and looks for my cars - more out of sympathy than anything else. Atleast I can be confident that I will never be conned by gold diggers.
So nice to see the S-Coupe in there, it really is an amazing car. You never see them in the wild.
I'm a Merc owner so instantly detect any merc within 100 yards :). I've seen 2 of these on the road ever. Meanwhile I've seen 5 hens teeth and a Scotsman get a round in three times - making the s63 coupe truly one of the rarest things around.
i was hoping the budgets would be lower, if you have 15-30k to buy a car then your already rich in my book
Agreed !
Get an XJ x350
@@karmanline2005 This!
Thanks Matt. I’ve had the GTC and the L322. Both epic cars and your advice on the rainy day fund is spot on but for the GatC you need at least £5k a year to cover maintenance costs. Mine failed the MOT as a headlamp bulb was not secure in the socket. To get at the light the door, wing and bumper had to come off. It’s over engineered and the parts are extortionate. Another example the bonnet has 3 sensors that tell you if it’s shut, you can’t buy them separately, a new panel is required. 2 motors on the handbrake. It’s a money pit.
That's insane, overcompliacted for no reason!
As an alternative to the Jaguar XJ - the XK 5.0 - shapely, powerful, and they sound wonderful
Your comment about affordability at the end is spot on. Your honestly is superb.
I have to admire you. You don't miss a beat!. You are a very enterprising young man and will go far in life. You are about the same age as my grand daughter(30's? ).
I still drive my pristine 2007 Lexus ls460L in FLL and my 2007 honda crv in barbados. I watch you a lot because you have so much energy. Keep the reports coming....I enjoy them!!
I had a 2007 quattroporte automatica , I had it for 4 and a bit years and i drove it for about 35k miles . Belive it or not - the only issue i had with the car was an alternator replacement AND THATS IT!!!! superb and reliable car with alot of personality
Spot on. We have similar tastes. I always run a Range Rover and have had loads of Jags. My fave being the XJR
Good choice of sponsor for the video. Take part in a few surveys and give yourself a welcome boost when it is time to go shopping. Super important with any of these vehicles is to take Matt's advice and have a fund to one side to cover for unexpected big bills. Fun fact the S-Class Coupe featured ranked as one of designer Frank Stephenson's top three Mercedes-Benz designs. Thank you.
I agree with you Matt on both counts, all the vehicles you mention are desirable and have the connotation of status and style. You have to be realistic too when you see your reserve depleting, do you stick it out or fold and sell. I did the latter with my R230, which was costing me more in the 2yrs of ownership than my W209 I’ve owned for over 7yrs. Used cars off all manufacturers are a gamble, so know when to walk away.
Great advice.
I drove a 2010 Jaguar XF worth about £7k in 2020. Comment from a guy I went to talk to while he was looking at my car: "Cor, mate. You must be loaded."
Rainy day fund is a good idea.
I bought your 68 plate XJ and it is a fantastic car puts a smile on my face every trip
Very nice
Spot ON Target with that priceless Advice at the END
People are not hearing this nearly enough
It’s amazing what you can find in 2010 we brought a fully loaded 2005 500SL with 16k on it from a Merc dealer for £22k. My wife used it as a every day car, albeit low mileage for 13-years and we only sold it this spring with 54k on it. It was Uber reliable. The only consistent issue we had with it was the aux battery dying about ever 3-years. Made her feel special every time she used it, it’s why we kept it so long.
Very nice. Such a bargain
Good choice on the x351, it's so cool, and only behind the 420G in terms of being a bit villainous.
Loved the MK 10 since going in one in the 60's as a schoolboy. Was like travelling on a 'Magic Carpet'.
Great advice about the maintenance costs involved, Matt.
Nice video Matt. I would also add in Aston rapide and Bentley flying spur to the mix also.
Great video Matt thats why I look forward to your video’s there’s always something different 👍🏼
Sensible advice at the end . I would add the Lexus LS to the list and the BMW 7 series
Yes
Another excellent vid with sound, sensible buying advice. I like the fact that the cars were a real mixed bag as well. I like your vids Matt, as they are refreshing and you give good unbiased reviews. I think a very basic rule of thumb to remember here as well:- 'the older the car, the larger the emergency repair bill money pot'? ! ? Depending on the make, model and market reliability reputation of course.
Fab list. I'd add the sensible Lexus LS 600h to the list if you don't mind going Japanese -- the 5 litre V8 engine is silky smoth.
Fella! damn good advice and in my experience where people go wrong on cars and houses - buy the best you can afford, it is not a guarantee but lay some money away for what you couldnt see/didnt expect!
Mercedes CLS 320 cdi also a good shout. I’ve owned one since 2011 and done 130,000 on top of the 20,000 it already had when I bought it. It’s had niggly minor electrical issues but crucially, no engine problems whatsoever. Same engine as the S Class but much sportier. A future classic
Proud owner of an X351 Jaguar XJ R-Sport, have almost identical one to the red one in the video.
The only major fault i had was the ride height sensor (£250 repair) and throttle body (£500 repair). Car has been golden since. Service is around £450 for a major service and about £250 on minor which is not bad at all. Always used premium oil and Bosch filters and the car has never put a foot wrong. This is based of a 2.5 year ownership.
Fantastic cars!
Hi Matt - I finally found my 2015, S500 coupe. Getting it perfect and fixing what seems tiny things - Has eaten £3K already.(8 weeks). With £600 to come when the parts arrive. As you constantly advise, prepare for the surprise.- So no drama. But is delicious to drive.
Good advice! I wish I'd seen this video before I'd bought my 2010 3litre V6 Jaguar XF approximately 2 years ago. I love the car and it's a pleasure to drive but it hasn't been without it's problems. DPF issues, corrosion, window regulator to name but a few. Some garages will only use Jaguar parts that are really pricey but I"ve found a local garage that is happy to use E Bay or non Jaguar parts and that has literally saved me hundreds of pounds. Loving these videos, keep up the good work HPA, looking forward to the next one 👍
Great interesting/practical vid, especially the warning at the end.
Would be cool if you could do a video for the one tier below this as well; cars like a 2009 Volvo V70, Audi A5, and similar that can be had for well under 10k. The focus would be on a comfortable luxury vehicle for working class money rather than looking richer than you are
W212 Eclass is what you are looking for. Comfortable, strong engines and packed with features like cruise control, xenons, folding mirrors and lined door bins!
f10 bmw 5 series 530d m sport. A true young executives car. If your budget is really tight an e60 is a viable option. Nice video Matt!
Remember Matthewsons selling an early 2000's Bentley for around £15.000 and it was a great looking car too -- the narrator did add "as long as the turbo doesn't go...'
Picked up a 2018 E400D and it blows me away when comparing its performance to similar cars, not many can get close to it. It’s fun if you want to go crazy but gets me 40+mpg on drives to London and super comfortable. Desperately want an S63 coupe or CL63 just to enjoy on weekends but cash just isn’t there.
I got the same E400D, and even here in germany there is barely any car that can pull away on the Autobahn. First of all most Autobahn sections are crowded or limited, regular 4 cylinder engines are not strong enough and even the 500hp monsters arent fast enough to pull away completely. Even when there is a Lambo or Porsche, they barely pull away, and latest after 10 mins I overtake them, because they cant drive constantly 200-250kmh because its exhausting in those kind of cars and the fuel tank is empty quite quickly...
Good advice about putting aside money for maintenance.
Nice little video Matt.
I've owned L322, W221, X351 and other similar cars so can relate, although not for the reason you mention, rather I appreciate the level of comfort and refinement that this type of car offers, not to mention VFM.
This is obviously lost on people who have never driven any of the above and think an S-line Audi or M-sport BMW are comfortable.
I think that most people have never had the privilege of being inside an XJ. It is true limousine comfort, but also a very driveable car at the same time.
Great Vid and great car choices! L322 owner here!
So cool to stumble upon Ipsos as a sponsor. Used to be a supervisor at ipsos mori back in the day 😊
Ah that’s interesting
Entertaining video, and great advice about the rainy day fund. I'm in New Zealand and I budget about $4,000 (about £2000) per year for maintenance across my 2001 Corvette and my 2007 Jaguar S-Type. I'm by no means wealthy - and I only drive these cars because I love them - but by carefully budgeting $400 aside each month and keeping those funds separate, I avoid the panic attacks I used to experience when handed invoices with too many zeroes in the total! 😅 If I have a year that's a bit of a lesser spend, I leave the funds in the account for the inevitable catch-up year. 😮 Gotta love old cars!
Best video I’ve seen yet from your channel. Really useful, thanks.
Thanks
Honest and best reviews all the time.
Great channel and it’s taught me a lot. Been there, ran a Jaguar XKR, can afford it, don’t run these cars on a budget, it doesn’t work, - absolutely lovely car, not stupid price to buy, somebody got hit with huge depreciation but it wasn’t me - had the Range Rover Sport 5ltr engine, fully knew and accepted that the VED would be horrible and that fuel costs would be high - for the first 5 years, few problems, normal and expected expenses, had a few issues, plus tyres and battery etc, kept a sensible fund back and everything ticked along nicely - After 5 years everything started to go wrong at the same time, the alternator went, air con failed, coolant leak, battery problems, plus the normal expenses, VED ‘went up - The bills got awful, I could have sorted it, everything was very fixable but reached a point where I’d had enough and traded it for - a Honda CRV. Great to own these types of car, had my fun and maybe looked rich for a while but they have the potential to make you weep. now I look poor again 😢 - Plus the chances of getting knicked for speeding, every trip out became a challenge around our area.
I have owned a 2007 series 1 Bentley Continental since 2013 and it has been a great car. The running costs (maintenance) have been massive - engine has been out twice) but it now has 199,000 miles on the clock and is still going like the wind. Have NEVER been bested on acceleration or top speed - even by a motorcycle. When in "sport mode" the performance is pretty damn good. Is also super comfortable and so quiet the loudest thing is the A/C.
This is really valuable Matt - thanks again! Also a question I have often asked myself, particularly regarding the prices of Maserati. Good that you reminded us about the slush fund... I was in the market for a Quattroporte but kind of chickened out... because I was concerned about running costs. Live in Sweden now... I wouldn't want to use it in the winter... because of the ludicrous amonts of salt on the roads... and it is more difficult to source parts and professional service. However... it is a drop-dead sexy car... no getting away from that.
But I don’t want to look richer than I am!!!
Me neither but a lot do
Nissan Micra
A fine selection of (ex)precious metal!
And a cautionary note at the end.
I like this type of video.
PS: your videos have always been great to watch, but your new production team has has taken the "look and feel" up a notch.
Lovely car, I had the same response when I bought my bmw 640d, couldn't connect with it, bought an x5 and love it,
"Looking a bit shallow" - that's what we do! Cracking video to amuse my breakfast. Keep up the good work.. .. .
Best to heed the advice about keeping money back for a rainy day. I have kept a little car fund for servicing and maintenance for around 30 years, especially as I have driven used Mercs for 23 of those years. Costs have been relatively okay, but I still top the fund up each month with a few pounds just in case a huge bill comes my way.
I don't even have enough for the 'rainy day pot', I don't know why I punish myself watching these videos😢
I've recently bought a Jaguar X-Type Sovereign estate which is a car I've always been interested in. Didn't spend anything like the suggested amounts on this video but the car has been very well-looked after, detailed history and drives fine. Owner forced to part-ex the car because their address is in the ULEZ zone. My garage lets me supply my own parts so I always buy the best quality for them to fit. I like the fact that there is a Ford 2.2 diesel engine under the bonnet so no timing belt and the automatic transmission is 6-speed and the same as in the Tiguan (which I was glad to be rid of) and the Volvo Geartronics. I agree that you need a bit of savings for any car.
great advice as always Matt. Your videos helped me find my L320 4.2SC, and I have a 2.5k rainy day pot since day one and resisted blowing all my budget on the purchase price.
Great advise, as I go online for the merc
Great vid matey. I’m very pleased you did this, especially because I’m looking for an L322 currently.
i'm sticking with the "chevy spark" you also recommended Matt
I wouldn't have any of them, lovely cars but as you say matt, keep a pot of money for repairs. I must say, a lot of new cars are expensive to maintain these days, ive still got my nissan vecta n13 which ive owned since 1989 and its the most fun and enjoyable car I've owned. Great vids matt. Aussie Graham.
Great choices Matt. Could have been called '5 cars that keep you poorer than you look'. Keep it up
I remember watching a TV program a few few years ago where a billionaire was asked “What’s the best thing about being a billionaire?” to which he replied
“Never having to wear a watch.”
Errr and your point is ..?🤔
I’m assuming said billionaire said why? I don’t wear a watch and I’m certainly not a billionaire. 😂
There is a significant reason why most people struggle to become truly wealthy. They attempt to display a lavish lifestyle, such as owning expensive cars, before actually attaining substantial wealth. If you can control your impulses and invest in income-generating assets, you have the potential to achieve genuine wealth. Otherwise, you may end up bankrupt.
Thanks Matt mine would be a Merc W124 preferably the bigger engine the better!
Thanks for the information, really great.
Next year I am going to get the Gran Turismo. I have lusted over that car for 10 years.
It’s great advice about the money to keep aside for ongoing costs.
If you were doing a follow up on the top 6-10, would you add a BMW 7-series and an Audi A7 (or A8) to the list? If so, where in that list would each of them come, and what else would round out your top 10? Maybe a Cadillac Escalade would sneak in? (Some feat for a vehicle that can't really sneak in anywhere!)
Doing a quick AutoTrader search of cars up to 2015 priced between £15-25k turns up Porsche 911s (996 and 997, unsurprisingly), BMW 6-series, Mercedes-Benz SLs and SLKs, a couple of Aston Martin DB9s (amongst a bunch of DB7s), and many more besides. There are some interesting options beyond the standard luxobarges!
Been away for a while great to be back great video matt
Great video love your choices and for a starting price of 10 to 15k it's just amazing the amount of car you get.
Sound advice, as usual - especially the rainy day fund.
Suspect insurance will be a killer if you are under seventy.
I’ve got a 11year old XF 2.2 diesel with beige leather interior and yes everyone that I work with or give a lift to thinks it’s amazing and generally gives a sarcastic “you must be loaded” comment! I always say it’s eleven years old and I just get a blank expression back 😂
On watching this channel I got the gear box & engine serviced as it’s got 65k miles which cost 1k & next month I’ll get the cam belt done at £600 then hopefully that’s the big spend done but will keep some money to one side just in case. Lastly and a big reason for this comment is I’m driving a car that really does feel like luxury while getting 40+ miles to the gallon!
Very nice. My brother has the exact same car and loves it
Love this offering Matt, each car passed the Dave Watts mark of quality, when you look at it you 😊 by the way can you recommend a Audi specialist in Stockport area you use/ recommend
The cars you mention are ones that you need to be richer than you are, especially when you have to make umpteen visits to the filling station.
Really good topic! We want more of it
In my mid 20s I fell in love with a Mercedes 190e 2.0l. It was 10k and
more than my annual salary. I noticed the difference in how other road users
treated me immediately. It wasn't to show how much money I had it was purely
because it was the most gorgeous thing I had ever seen and I had to have it.
Well three years later having spent heaps on the gearbox, the sunroof, tires and
lots of breaks it was time to let it go. It was after all a money pit. I went
back to the garage and was informed that the new owner had complained that it
smelled funny when he drove it. Apparently he had been driving it for over a
week with the handbrake on.
Many people buy expensive cars but do not want to spend money on the upkeep. This is the biggest problem with luxury second hand cars. If you didn't own it from new then you can't really tell how it was treated.
Hi Matt, Surprised you never mentioned a Lexus ?
Enjoyed the video as usual.
I always love watching your videos. Thanks 👍
Great video as always. I enjoy your insights. All drives also offer a luxury experience too
I bought a 2012 XJ Portfolio last year and it has cost me £3k in maintenance since but worth every penny!
My old 54-plate Nissan Micra made me look rich. It became Ferrari Red after a good buff. Not much need to massively overspend on that one.
Ah. Amazing cars. Just go on forever. I've owned BMW's, Audi's, saabs, jags, etc. But the micra, can throw around anywhere with no anxiety, super reliable and cheap to run
@@Warriorn977This exactly. I had the 65bhp 1.5 DCi engine in mine. It's quick enough with go-kart handling, cheap tax and easy servicing, that's it. My younger sister has it now, and does about 15,000 miles a year in it. Great little cars.
My 2010 Mondeo made me look much poorer than I actually am! Is this a theme for another video...?
Haha yes it is!
I have an old volvo estate! I don't care what people think to be honest. Suits me perfectly
Also, 2010 mondeo is a solid car in my opinion
I have a 2012 diesel Peugeot but just under 100k in savings earning good interest😀
Great list!!! Well done.
Yeah, not a bad mix, though you missed the most obvious... 2015 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 Energy. With 90 raging stallions under the bonnet, 16" alloys and electric front windows, you feel like a million dollars behind the wheel and the girls LOVE it.
You're welcome 😂
Keep up the great work 👍
Bought a Jaguar xf sv8, absolutely love it but so glad I took your advice and kept some money aside for the unexpected, lol. Thank you Matt.
Some nice cars on your list - I could fancy any of them! Have thought about an XJ but I can't really justify a beast of that size - my XF is probably a bigger car than I need but I am rather attachd to it🙂
Agreed. L322 owner. Not so much a rainy day fund as a flood warning deluge fund
Just made a massive mistake Matt. I just bought my fifth big body RR and this one is a 2023 Autobiography. Have always loved my previous RR’s but totally overcharged (my fault) for this ‘23. Dealership used the “these are so rare and so few getting imported we are charging a “adjusted market price” which of course means tacking on thousands to the price. So frustrated getting screwed on the price will probably never buy a RR again. Must admit I love the LR3 and LR4. I believe over there they are calledDiscovery 3 and 4. Such unique and cool SUV’s but of course LR quit making those.
My heart bleeds for you 😂
"These are so rare, because nobody wants this shit"
@@miskatonic6210 Technically not rare - just none that were made have got out of JLR's storage car park yet....
Love getting notifications of new videos. Always entertaining
Glad you like them!
Awesome video and honest. Thanks.
Shallow - spot on!
You may have missed the Audi A8 or even the Aston Martin DB7 .... especially as the A8 nearly tempted you away from a Land Rover 😅
The S8 definitely deserves an honourable mention.