The 2008 S-Type is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, or luxury sports sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the 3.0 to the R.
Upon introduction, the 3.0 is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 235-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. The R is equipped with a standard 4.2-liter, V8, 400-horsepower, supercharged engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.
Summary: I believe when you're buying this car you buy it for looks and not reliability. While it's never left me on the side of the road, it has had 2 fuel pumps go bad, the front light turn signal socket has been replaced, the vacuum hose developed a leak, the water reservoir has had to be replaced and the oil pan gasket has developed a leak also. The service department at another dealership tells me now that the disc stability control might need work and that's another $815. This is the third high-end luxury car I've purchased and I've been least pleased with. It's a good thing the car is paid for because I tend to spend several hundred dollars on one repair or another every 2 or 3 months.
Strengths: The car is no doubt a looker - beautiful lines and woodgrain interior.
Weaknesses: High cost of repairs, repairs are frequent and several have been big ticket items. See Review Summary above.
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Summary: I received this car from my husband as a christmas present. At first, it was a dream and I absolutely loved it. But then after about a year of owning it, everything started to go bad. First, the transmission was having problems, then the electrical started having problems and has ever since. I've also had squeaky brakes for a long time, and they go bad very quickly. I have been putting so much money into it, and I have become very frustrated.
Strengths: It looks nice and usually drives amazingly.
Weaknesses: The steering went bad.
The passenger power window went out and would not open or shut.
The brakes have been causing a lot of problems.
There have been electrical problems one after another.
The dealer does not do anything about the problems.
Overall, I am very disappointed with Jaguar.
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Rating Reviewed by: Bob Kowynia(Unregistered User)
Review Date January 10, 2008
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Used product for More than 1 year
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Review 3 of 57
Price Paid:
$30000.00
from Texascars.com
Year / Model Reviewed: 2003 S-Type
Summary: I bought the 2003 S-type 3.0 because I always wanted a Jag and the S-Type was a throw back to the beautiful Mark IVs I first admired as a kid. I have had the car over 3 years and have not been disappointed. No significant problems despite buying the car with 19K miles on it. The car always looks great - purring down the highway or just standing in the garage. It's interesting to watch other people react to it in a parking lot. It gets attention with it's muscular stance and quiet, refined elegance.
Strengths: Surprising mileage - combined 20MPG
Firm Handling - it feels like it was made for me
Great brakes and safety features
Excellent sound system
Fun to drive
Weaknesses: I haven't detected any weaknesses
Similar Products Used: This is my first luxury car but it won't be my last
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Summary: for the persons with brake problems ( noises) in any car i advice to replace de brake pads and shoes for ceramic brakes, they work in any car , cost around 40 bucks but worth it , no noises , quick stop.
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Summary: I bought this car because, it's absolutely beautiful inside and out and because someone else took a lot of the depreciation. It corners like the cat that it is and even with the V-6, it is quick as I'll ever need. (My drag racing days are a nice memory, but in the past.)
This is a piece of designer art that you proudly drive and accept the accolades for your good taste when it turns so many heads. I've heard stories of mechanical problems , mostly on the pre-2003 models, a long time ago, it used to be the electrics on the Jags that were annoying. But, I believe that Jaguar/Ford has been listening to owners and Ford wants this car to be a success story. So in 2003, many improvements and fixes were made. I would recommend this year or newer if you're in the market for a pre-owned Jaguar. But, of course, with repairs on this or any other fine car being what they are, get the best warranty you can so you can have peace of mind while you enjoy this fabulous car.
This is the most bang for your luxury car dollar and does the British proud in my opinion. So far, 700 trouble free miles, and I know it is too soon to access, but I'm going to do everything right as to my responsibilities for maintainence and then there's the warranty if I need it.
Right now though, I am back to a feeling of LOVIN' my car that I've haven't had since I was a young man. It truly is technological and design art made just for you, it's deserving owner.
Strengths: Too many to list, but fit and finish is great, style is awesome, especially in darker colors. You could eat off the engine and it makes YOU look SOOO GOOD!!!
Weaknesses: I'm still trying to find some.
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