2003 Jaguar S-type R Sedan (str) 4.2l, As-is, Very Clean, But Does Not Run on 2040-cars
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4.2L 4196CC V8 GAS DOHC Supercharged
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Transmission:Automatic
Make: Jaguar
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Model: S-Type
Trim: R Sedan 4-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 125,000
Exterior Color: Silver
Interior Color: Black
Number of Doors: 4
Number of Cylinders: 8
Sub Model: STR
I bought this beautiful car here on Ebay in October last year. I live in an area where they salt the roads during the winter, so I did not drive it all winter. This spring, I've put less than 1000 miles on the car. So everything I know about the car is based on what I was told when I bought it, or what I've discovered about it in this short time.
The car has 125,xxx miles on it, but cosmetically you wouldn't know it. There are no wrecks on the carfax. (I will send you a copy of the carfax upon request.)
Exterior:
The bad first: there is a split in the front air-dam, passenger side. This hides nicely, but there'll be no surprises. Otherwise, the paint is very-good, with only a minor chip or scratch here and there. Not what one would expect of a car with over 100k miles. A previous owner had the factory staggered-fitment wheels chromed. They look good from 50', but as you get closer, the chrome is peeling. The tires are brand-new Continental Extreme Contact DWS. All glass is good, all lights work. The rear spoiler has been wrapped in a 3M DiNoc wrap.
Interior:
The interior is likewise very, very nice. Even the Driver's bolster, where leather seats tend to show age, is pristine. NO BLEMISHES, cracks, stains, un-stitched seams or anything of the sort. The leather is as nice as I've ever seen. The carpets are in good condition as well, with no bare-spots or worn areas. There is a professionally-installed, integrated entertainment system in the car, with a DVD player in the glove-box, and screens / Game Consoles in the headrests. Also included with the entertainment system is a 120v power receptacle in the rear console. The headliner is in very good condition. This has NOT been a smoker's car.
Mechanically:
We'll get to the motor below.
The Transmission appears to have been professionally serviced, as the pan and hardware is newer. (Any who are familiar with these transmissions will know that the filter is part of the pan, such that you cannot replace the filter without replacing the pan). The trans was very crisp, with none of the issues that are frequently associated with these transmissions: no lurch, no squonk. Shifts perfectly. The CATS Suspension also seems to have been serviced (replaced?) recently, as the shocks are a bright color, and the CATS system works BEAUTIFULLY. Brakes are great. I've had no reason to look into them. Basically: EVERYTHING ON THIS CAR WORKS PERFECTLY. (except the motor)
The Motor:
The motor was running very strongly, but had a minor "vibration" that I was trying to decide if it was motor or mount. One day it became a "rattle', and then immediately a "thunk-thunk". I have not had the motor apart, but the hole in the block and the rod-bolt in the belly-pan tell the story: You'll need a new motor. All of the ancillary equipment is good: Supercharger, Compressor, Alternator, Etc Etc Etc. There is a member of the Jaguar Forums who has an STR motor for sale. Last I knew, he was asking $600 for a motor with unknown history. Motors with warranties are available on Ebay, or from wrecking yards, or your favorite indie-shop.
The car is located in Salt Lake City. I am happy to work with your shipper. The title is clear. Please buy this from me, so I don't need to part it out. (If I'm going to spend the time parting-it, I might as well spend the time repairing it. But I don;t have the time to do either.)
On Apr-11-13 at 10:52:32 PDT, seller added the following information:
I've added some additional photos. Please let me know if there is something specific you'd like to see?
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