Alex,
I have had exactly the same issue re my "54" plate X5 3.0 D Sport Auto that I purchased new in Jan 2005 for almost £46,000. It mirrors the issues that you report with yours in the gearbox - Hardly the silky smooth 6 Speed Auto that we were sold eh ?! Also many other issues also such as a bad fitting Panaromic Sunroof, really Bad Blue tooth Comms pack etc etc. Re the gearbox, they told me similar to what you've been told, re the Bluetooth, they said that it doesn't pair well with the Nokia phones (!!),
I have started (2 years ago) legal proceedings to recover my losses - And am happy to talk to you if it'd help ? I also know many others who would help you with their similar experiences ...
Also please check our
Jaguar S-Type Ownership Experience - The ZF LURCH Fault - Just click on the "ZF Gearbox lurch" button at the bottom of the page. Also, plse also take a look at
Home - What Car? Helping you buy better - click on readers reviews and search for the X5 2000 - 2007 model - You'll find plenty in common there with what SO many are complaining of - Perhaps you'd like to leave your own review. As you say, bottom line is it's a danger to drive. I sincerely hope you get in touch - All the best - Steve
