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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. ![😁](//cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@latest/assets/svg/1f601.svg)
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- TheDan
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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 ![Surprised :o](./images/smilies/shocked.gif)
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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.
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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. ![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
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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
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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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- Stevo1987
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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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- Stevo1987
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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”
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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!![Thumbs Up :thumbsup:](./images/smilies/smilie_thumbsup.gif)
Porkers are pretty depreciation-proof too!
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All good things come to those who wait. I'm really impatient which explains a lot.
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F31 320i. Good car.
E89 20i Now fully dried
Z3 'free litre'. Project and a half. Complicated!
Mazda3 sold
Tatty old R56 Mini Cooper. Money pit!