One Year of Ownership: The Real Cost of Driving a Jaguar F-Type R

TLDRIn one year of ownership, I've spent $935 on maintenance and repairs for my 2015 Jaguar F-Type R. This includes an alignment, oil changes, injector cleaner, O2 sensor replacement, and differential fluid change. I also had a software patch done and a failed pinion seal repaired. Despite the costs, I've had an amazing ownership experience with this car, enjoying drag races, autocross, and more.

Key insights

💰In one year, I spent $935 on maintenance and repairs for my Jaguar F-Type R.

🔧Maintenance tasks included alignments, oil changes, injector cleaner, and differential fluid change.

🔌I also had a software patch done to address a tweeter issue.

🚗I've had an amazing ownership experience, enjoying drag races, autocross, and more.

🛠️Despite the costs, I've found the maintenance and repairs to be worth it for the joy this car brings.

Q&A

How much did the software patch cost?

The software patch for the tweeter issue cost me $112.

How often do you change the oil?

I change the oil once every 5,000 miles to ensure optimal performance.

Why did you choose the Jaguar F-Type R?

I chose the Jaguar F-Type R for its incredible performance and stunning design.

Did you have any other major repairs?

No, the failed pinion seal was the only major repair I've had to do.

Would you recommend owning a Jaguar F-Type R?

Absolutely! Despite the costs, the driving experience and joy this car brings make it worth it.

Timestamped Summary

00:00In this video, I'll break down the cost of owning a Jaguar F-Type R for one year.

01:39I had a software patch done to address a tweeter issue and it cost me $112.

03:39I change the oil once every 5,000 miles to ensure optimal performance.

06:59I had to replace a failed pinion seal, which cost me $330.

10:33In total, I spent $935 on maintenance and repairs for my Jaguar F-Type R in one year.