Jaguar F Type - Where next?
Discussion
I love my V6 F-Type but sadly it's just too small.
I have two small kids now out of baby seats and into boosters so my car (Mrs has an SUV) needs to have 4 seats.
The sad thing is, I just can't think of anything that is as interesting as the F-Type in terms of driving dynamics that also has the back seats space.
it doesn't need to be a 4 door but 4 usable seats is what's needed.
Budget needs to be a fairly straight swap for the F-Type so between £25k-£35k.
Other requirements are:
- Reliable, with a warranty preferred if possible.
- Great to drive, dynamic and interesting for me as a petrol head. Prefer lighter cars than muscle car saloons (Have had a Dodge Challenger before)
Total dream car in this category would be a 911 but they are simply out of price range for the 991.x that I'd want to go for.
I browse the usual websites everyday and have considered everything from a luxobarge (S Class, 7 Series) to an old 2001 Audi S4 (I also love retro cool, even though this doesn't tick the warranty box).
I end up going around in circles and coming back to the fact that any car I can afford that ticks the boxes, won't be as fun and interesting as the Jag and I'll get bored of it quickly.
Thoughts?
I have two small kids now out of baby seats and into boosters so my car (Mrs has an SUV) needs to have 4 seats.
The sad thing is, I just can't think of anything that is as interesting as the F-Type in terms of driving dynamics that also has the back seats space.
it doesn't need to be a 4 door but 4 usable seats is what's needed.
Budget needs to be a fairly straight swap for the F-Type so between £25k-£35k.
Other requirements are:
- Reliable, with a warranty preferred if possible.
- Great to drive, dynamic and interesting for me as a petrol head. Prefer lighter cars than muscle car saloons (Have had a Dodge Challenger before)
Total dream car in this category would be a 911 but they are simply out of price range for the 991.x that I'd want to go for.
I browse the usual websites everyday and have considered everything from a luxobarge (S Class, 7 Series) to an old 2001 Audi S4 (I also love retro cool, even though this doesn't tick the warranty box).
I end up going around in circles and coming back to the fact that any car I can afford that ticks the boxes, won't be as fun and interesting as the Jag and I'll get bored of it quickly.
Thoughts?
InformationSuperHighway said:
I love my V6 F-Type but sadly it's just too small.
I end up going around in circles and coming back to the fact that any car I can afford that ticks the boxes, won't be as fun and interesting as the Jag and I'll get bored of it quickly.
Thoughts?
Surely you need to keep the Jag that you love and get a little runabout for daily use?I end up going around in circles and coming back to the fact that any car I can afford that ticks the boxes, won't be as fun and interesting as the Jag and I'll get bored of it quickly.
Thoughts?
Alfa Giulia QF?
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202201041...
Top end of budget and not sure on warranty but would seem to tick the other boxes and is lighter than your F-Type.
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202201041...
Top end of budget and not sure on warranty but would seem to tick the other boxes and is lighter than your F-Type.
Edited by SWoll on Friday 29th April 15:11
Maserati 4200 or Gransport probably meets some of your criteria. I had a 4200 and there’s plenty of room in the back, great engine, looks and sound. Unfortunately mine had a lot of electrical issues and was off the road for 4 months of the 7 I owned it and I rejected it and got my money back. I might have just been unlucky though, and depends how brave you are!
Edited by wraggy on Friday 29th April 15:06
wraggy said:
Maserati 4200 or Gransport probably meets your criteria. I had a 4200 and there’s plenty of room in the back, great engine, looks and sound. Unfortunately mine had a lot of electrical issues and was off the road for 4 months of the 7 I owned it and I rejected it and got my money back. I might have just been unlucky though, and depends how brave you are!
You'd get a nice Granturismo S within budget. Newer, more practical etc. but quite big and heavy I'll grant you (although still lighter than the XFR-S).Edited by SWoll on Friday 29th April 15:11
Nissan GT-R 3.8 V6 has two usable seats in the rear.
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202203193...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202203193...
LankyFreak said:
Trevor555 said:
Surely you need to keep the Jag that you love and get a little runabout for daily use?
We have our winner!!
M140i/240i with a birds suspension (other specialist modifiers are available) +\- remap and LSD. Useable rear seats and can choose hatchback, coupe or convertible. Manual or ZF 8 speed
Did not think I would line an M Lite but preferred it to a M4. Didn’t think I would like an auto but a superb gearbox.
Nice pops and crackles on lifting off as well.
Did not think I would line an M Lite but preferred it to a M4. Didn’t think I would like an auto but a superb gearbox.
Nice pops and crackles on lifting off as well.
rex said:
M140i/240i with a birds suspension (other specialist modifiers are available) +\- remap and LSD. Useable rear seats and can choose hatchback, coupe or convertible. Manual or ZF 8 speed
Did not think I would line an M Lite but preferred it to a M4. Didn’t think I would like an auto but a superb gearbox.
Nice pops and crackles on lifting off as well.
Lots about and lack that special something though?Did not think I would line an M Lite but preferred it to a M4. Didn’t think I would like an auto but a superb gearbox.
Nice pops and crackles on lifting off as well.
InformationSuperHighway said:
I love my V6 F-Type but sadly it's just too small.
I have two small kids now out of baby seats and into boosters so my car (Mrs has an SUV) needs to have 4 seats.
The sad thing is, I just can't think of anything that is as interesting as the F-Type in terms of driving dynamics that also has the back seats space.
it doesn't need to be a 4 door but 4 usable seats is what's needed.
Budget needs to be a fairly straight swap for the F-Type so between £25k-£35k.
Other requirements are:
- Reliable, with a warranty preferred if possible.
- Great to drive, dynamic and interesting for me as a petrol head. Prefer lighter cars than muscle car saloons (Have had a Dodge Challenger before)
Total dream car in this category would be a 911 but they are simply out of price range for the 991.x that I'd want to go for.
I browse the usual websites everyday and have considered everything from a luxobarge (S Class, 7 Series) to an old 2001 Audi S4 (I also love retro cool, even though this doesn't tick the warranty box).
I end up going around in circles and coming back to the fact that any car I can afford that ticks the boxes, won't be as fun and interesting as the Jag and I'll get bored of it quickly.
Thoughts?
Mustang has to be a candidate surely? Even available as a convertible.I have two small kids now out of baby seats and into boosters so my car (Mrs has an SUV) needs to have 4 seats.
The sad thing is, I just can't think of anything that is as interesting as the F-Type in terms of driving dynamics that also has the back seats space.
it doesn't need to be a 4 door but 4 usable seats is what's needed.
Budget needs to be a fairly straight swap for the F-Type so between £25k-£35k.
Other requirements are:
- Reliable, with a warranty preferred if possible.
- Great to drive, dynamic and interesting for me as a petrol head. Prefer lighter cars than muscle car saloons (Have had a Dodge Challenger before)
Total dream car in this category would be a 911 but they are simply out of price range for the 991.x that I'd want to go for.
I browse the usual websites everyday and have considered everything from a luxobarge (S Class, 7 Series) to an old 2001 Audi S4 (I also love retro cool, even though this doesn't tick the warranty box).
I end up going around in circles and coming back to the fact that any car I can afford that ticks the boxes, won't be as fun and interesting as the Jag and I'll get bored of it quickly.
Thoughts?
Or if you don't mind a bit older...
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