2001 XKR Coupe or Convertible?
Discussion
Currently running a 540 which is coming up to needing a change.
Come from a family of Jag owners. Still own my grandfather's 1974 Daimler Sov (29K miles BRG). Old Man used to race all kinds of Jags.
Been looking at other Boschemobiles but suddenly have the erge to jump straight to middle age and get an XKR
I'm 6'2" and can just fit in the Convertible but I was originally assuming I would get the Coupe but then the Missus chimed in and it's either the Conv or a new hairdryer.
What I would like to know are the pro's and con's of convertible ownership of a 4/5 yr old XKR over the equivalent coupe and vice versa.
TIA.
Come from a family of Jag owners. Still own my grandfather's 1974 Daimler Sov (29K miles BRG). Old Man used to race all kinds of Jags.
Been looking at other Boschemobiles but suddenly have the erge to jump straight to middle age and get an XKR
I'm 6'2" and can just fit in the Convertible but I was originally assuming I would get the Coupe but then the Missus chimed in and it's either the Conv or a new hairdryer.
What I would like to know are the pro's and con's of convertible ownership of a 4/5 yr old XKR over the equivalent coupe and vice versa.
TIA.
they are great fun and very snugg in the winter for a soft top.My convertible is great.
Little in the way of scuttle shake etc.
Incredibly comfortable, even though mine is lowered and runs on 20 inch Arden wheels. having said that I am only 5'8''. Perfect size for Jaguar ownership.
Agree the coupe looks better when the hood is up, but the answer is to press that little button and 20 secs later - open top motoring.
Convertible or Coupe, they are fantastic cars.
Good Luck
Little in the way of scuttle shake etc.
Incredibly comfortable, even though mine is lowered and runs on 20 inch Arden wheels. having said that I am only 5'8''. Perfect size for Jaguar ownership.
Agree the coupe looks better when the hood is up, but the answer is to press that little button and 20 secs later - open top motoring.
Convertible or Coupe, they are fantastic cars.
Good Luck
oooooh tough one! Some cars suit having the roof cut off, BMW 3 Series a classic example. Others don't, compare a 911 Coupe to a Cab!
I fear the XKR falls into the second category IMHO.
However, if you want a top class convertible go for the XKR Convertible
(20" wheels and good colour a must)
I fear the XKR falls into the second category IMHO.
However, if you want a top class convertible go for the XKR Convertible
(20" wheels and good colour a must)
Hi HA.
I prefer the looks of a Coupe, not a fan of the hood on the Conv, but there is nothing likr have the roof down on a gorge UK summer day.
You will get more head room in the coupe. But if you want to buy the right car, then a post 2002 XKR with the 4.2ltr engine, 6 speed, 20 inch wheels, brembo brakes,Recaro seats and to save money in the long run, get one with the Jag handling R Pack. I wouldn't spend more than £40k on one.
In the end its up to you. Let us know how you get on or if you want some advice.
G
>> Edited by triple7 on Wednesday 11th May 16:16
I prefer the looks of a Coupe, not a fan of the hood on the Conv, but there is nothing likr have the roof down on a gorge UK summer day.
You will get more head room in the coupe. But if you want to buy the right car, then a post 2002 XKR with the 4.2ltr engine, 6 speed, 20 inch wheels, brembo brakes,Recaro seats and to save money in the long run, get one with the Jag handling R Pack. I wouldn't spend more than £40k on one.
In the end its up to you. Let us know how you get on or if you want some advice.
G
>> Edited by triple7 on Wednesday 11th May 16:16
Forgot to mention - try the XK enthusiasts Club - www.xkec.co.uk. Great club with lots of helpful advice.
Horse_Apple said:
Thanks chaps.
Any thoughts on the financials and performance etc?
Visually, I know which one I prefer
Doubt you would notice any performance difference between Coupe and Convertible, despite the extra weight of the Convertible.
All depends on what you have to spend, I'd say (ideally) try for an early 4.2.
When I was looking for one, the only dealer who seemed even vaguely interested in selling me one was Steve Mc (something) at Dunham Luton.
Pretty amazing lack of service from other dealers since Jaguar's are not exactly flying off the shelves.
As Triple7 said go for Brembo and R handling pack, if you can
Happy hunting
I see you are in London try www.racinggreencars.com 01252 544888 ask for Chas, they have a good range of XKRs some with some extra goodies on.
As seen before join the club www.xkec.co.uk
As seen before join the club www.xkec.co.uk
Drove an 02 XKR convertible at the weekend.
It's certainly nice. Would be looking for an 01 realistically. So will test drive a mcuh older one to see how they fall apart and creak as they get older.
All in it was very good. Hair did touch roof, but used to that in Griff. Seemed easy enough to get in and out of and the whole thing compared favourably to the 540 on the practicality front and won hands down on class.
Any reason why there seem to be so many convertibles on the mkt with low miles?
It's certainly nice. Would be looking for an 01 realistically. So will test drive a mcuh older one to see how they fall apart and creak as they get older.
All in it was very good. Hair did touch roof, but used to that in Griff. Seemed easy enough to get in and out of and the whole thing compared favourably to the 540 on the practicality front and won hands down on class.
Any reason why there seem to be so many convertibles on the mkt with low miles?
2000 Blue XKR Convertible in the bag.
Picked it up the other Thursday and ran it down to the Nurburgring on the Friday to give it a test.
The drive across France, Belgium and Germany was a doddle. I had forgotten just how Jags rule the road on this type of journey. Very few cars can compete in this arena. The old XJ6 is still (30 yrs on) better than nearly all modern cars for this.
Round the Ring it was a different matter. Obviously, the car was not made for this and it showed. Obviously it was fast and would keep with any of the other wagons on the straights, bar the GT3s but in the corners its weight showed through as did the lack of feel. The latter being more down to the fact that I was not yet accustomed to the car.
The Griff is definately a superior Ring car but doesn't compare on normal driving.
Thoroughly enjoying driving the XK slowly.
Picked it up the other Thursday and ran it down to the Nurburgring on the Friday to give it a test.
The drive across France, Belgium and Germany was a doddle. I had forgotten just how Jags rule the road on this type of journey. Very few cars can compete in this arena. The old XJ6 is still (30 yrs on) better than nearly all modern cars for this.
Round the Ring it was a different matter. Obviously, the car was not made for this and it showed. Obviously it was fast and would keep with any of the other wagons on the straights, bar the GT3s but in the corners its weight showed through as did the lack of feel. The latter being more down to the fact that I was not yet accustomed to the car.
The Griff is definately a superior Ring car but doesn't compare on normal driving.
Thoroughly enjoying driving the XK slowly.
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