Me again, another enquiry re S Type Diesel

[silverback mike]

Hello again!
Sadly the XK idea had to bite the dust for a while as I have to get a sensible car for a while and was intending to get a 4x4 however have been offered an S-Type diesel, 04 plate for a good price. The only problem is that the Electronic Handbrake sometimes shows as sticking. Great history, good price.
I know the styling isn't for everyone however, are there any other generic problems with these. The interior is nice as it's black with grey dash rather than wood which isn't my bag really.
120k and full history.
Are they any good?
Thanks
Mike.

[The Leaper]

Just a comment on the electronic handbrake. Usually sticking or non functioning happens because drivers simply don't use it. It's electronic and drivers tend to reply on Park when leaving the car, so the handbrake never gets used, so it sticks. I was one of those S-Type drivers for many years!

R.

[silverback mike]

That makes sense, Thanks.
I suppose greater useage, or not using it at all will cure it!!

[V88Dicky]

I concur re the handbrake. We've had a couple of Jags with one over the last few years and touch wood, no problems.

Just use it regularly, including at the lights (leave in D), and it should be fine. You also benefit from not blinding the car behind with your brake lights

[P700DEE]

Not a major issue, sticking handbrakes can often be fixed with a re-calibration. If they get waterlogged then they need replacement but not massively expensive. Pre DPF so good Check the climate/heating work as the valves to control them can fail and destroy the wiring and the control module. All fixable but annoying. RCCMs can be tough to get short notice at a decent price (£600+ new)
Easy price check as there are usually a few on the bay and selling at a low price for the comfort/performance

[silverback mike]

[Tame Technician]

Make sure the cambelt has been done. Due at 10 years or 100,000 miles.

[silverback mike]

Done last year apparently, thanks ttechnician

[pherlopolus]

the fuel pump belt is 10 years or 150k miles as well so worth checking that was done too...

If my experience is anything to go by (2 years in), you will love it when it's running well. but be prepared for a steady stream of bills for between £100 and £1000+, admittedly my biggest bill was for cambelt, water pump, thermostat, gearbox service all at the same time which you should have avoided now.

Mine has been the most comfortable, quietest and by far the nicest car I have ever had for long journeys, but domestically we are getting a bit fed up of the maintenance side of running an older jag.

[silverback mike]

Thought I would pop an update..bought a fine example. 54 plate 120k silver with black leather interior. No wood, sort of grey satin inlays. More importantly full jaguar history with all belts changed last January. Drives beautifully with a 12 month mot. Seems a bargain so far at £2300.