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29-07-2007, 08:31 PM

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Jaguar X Type

My mate brought his dads X type round today, never been in one of them before and was a bit surprised with how many bits were nicked from various Fords. The fuel cap release is the same as the Mk3 Mondeo and it’s in the exact same position, so are the pedals, head rest restraints etc and various other bits n bobs not to mention the mechanicals. Even the bonnet release catch is from a Mk1 Mondeo

To sum it up its five grand more than a Mondeo, has a shit clutch and isn't built any better. I think only a snob would buy one

No offense to anyone owns one, they are still good cars tho

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29-07-2007, 08:34 PM

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don't quote me but they use the same underpinnings as the mk3 mondeo too

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29-07-2007, 08:37 PM

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Yes they do, but my point is they cost much more yet are no better

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29-07-2007, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Gary_R

Yes they do, but my point is they cost much more yet are no better

Of course they are better and much better at that. Yes some parts are Ford parts and it may be a 'similar' design to a mondeo underneath, but its so much better than a mondeo in every way!

Better looking, better performance and handling with AWD (unlike any mondeo) and a much better interior.

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29-07-2007, 09:48 PM

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Looks is down to opinion, and yes it did handle well and I imagine the AWD would be great but my honest opinion on the interior is that it wasn't any better

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29-07-2007, 11:44 PM

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mmmm does that mean the AWD system can be robbed for use in a ford?? considering the jag V6 bottom end is similar to mondeo v6?? (ie correct gear box bolt pattern!).