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G29 or F type?
- Stevo1987
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G29 or F type?
Assuming my plans work out this year I might have a bit of a splurge. I'll be keeping the 35is but I might buy something in addition to keep my interest up. So, as it says G29 or Jag F type? I prefer the looks of the F which easily sways me. Opinions? Both 35is and new car will be weekend indulgences.
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G29 or F type?
F-Type (I know, sacrilege on a Zed forum), but it feels, sounds and looks better than the G29 IMO. This is because they are really two very different cars. The G29 is more of a cruiser/grand tourer whereas the F-Type is more of a super sports car with a hint of grand tourer. It will come down to what type you are after.
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G29 or F type?
Better hurry up as F type end of production is very soon if you are buying new.
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G29 or F type?
As you have a 35is / Z4 already, it has to be the F type. Though surly, if it a collectable piece of fun your looking for, then a Z4 Alpina or ///M is the way to go. For less money at the moment.
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G29 or F type?
Strangely enough, I went with a pal yesterday to view a V6S F Type he is interested in and as much as I like the G29, I would definitely go for the Jag.
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G29 or F type?
Just the build quality is so poor, I had a look at one when my son was detailing one from one of his friends, and the state of the fittings
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G29 or F type?
Ye I dont know, worth a test drive. I test drove the original 6 cylinder supercharged roaster and it was a hoot but the weight was really noticeable compared to my M it didn't feel anywhere near as engaging its also not that fast 5.5 to 60. The ride is better and the engine and noise is lovely but it is a GT not a sports car no doubt.
Problem with it being a GT is the boot was really small. It would be a struggle to pack for 2 people for a weekend away let alone a euro trip.
The build quality of the interior was really questionable for the price, lots of cheap creeky plastic.
I know slightly different comparison but the E85 boot is actually really big and you can fit a surprisingly large amount in it.
Problem with it being a GT is the boot was really small. It would be a struggle to pack for 2 people for a weekend away let alone a euro trip.
The build quality of the interior was really questionable for the price, lots of cheap creeky plastic.
I know slightly different comparison but the E85 boot is actually really big and you can fit a surprisingly large amount in it.
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G29 or F type?
I've always loved the way that the F-Type looks. However...rightly or wrongly I'd be nervous about buying one because of JLR's poor reputation for build quality/reliability though.
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G29 or F type?
A chap in our street as just purchased an orange F type with gloss black alloys and it looks absolutely stunning. Having said that though, Jaguars build quality would put me off buying one and if I was lucky enough to be in the OPs position I’d have a Porsche Cayman instead. Appreciate its not answering the OPs original question.
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G29 or F type?
Stevo1987, bear in mind if you buy the Jaaag then you need to budget extra for an England Rugby shirt, a lightweight jumper to drape around your neck, and elocution lessons so you can say 'Hurrah!' loudly in a suitable Hugh Laurie-esque voice.
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G29 or F type?
That’s pretty much why Kathleen says we’ll never get one (minus the England shirt of course ) Every time I bring it up she says “No, it’s an old mans car”
My personal opinion of them is boot is tiny for us as we don’t travel light and interior finishing wasn’t great on the couple I did look at, on my own
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G29 or F type?
Maybe not but it is a good shout. I did have a Porsche a long time ago so maybe I am due another one.biZ4rreMids wrote: ↑Wed Feb 08, 2023 12:00 pm A chap in our street as just purchased an orange F type with gloss black alloys and it looks absolutely stunning. Having said that though, Jaguars build quality would put me off buying one and if I was lucky enough to be in the OPs position I’d have a Porsche Cayman instead. Appreciate its not answering the OPs original question.
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G29 or F type?
I think I can carry that look without the elocution lessons.
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G29 or F type?
You best sign up for one then.Argyll Andy wrote: ↑Wed Feb 08, 2023 12:19 pm Every time I bring it up she says “No, it’s an old mans car”
All good things come to those who wait. I'm really impatient which explains a lot.
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G29 or F type?
Cayman or Boxster any day over an F-type, or a G29 (as you've already got a Z4). I've read countless stories on the web regarding how terrible the Jag's build quality and reliability are.
Porkers are pretty depreciation-proof too!
Porkers are pretty depreciation-proof too!
All good things come to those who wait. I'm really impatient which explains a lot.
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