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[*] posted on 11-23-2012 at 02:20 PM
European Car Mechanic in Ensenada?


Dear All,

About 2 years ago, someone mentioned a mechanic in Ensenada whom they thought could fix Jaguars, but I cannot find that thread. Does anybody know of one?

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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 04:19 AM


As per Google:

http://www.articulosinformativos.com.mx/Jaguar_XKR_2007_Bell...

[Edited on 11-24-2012 by EnsenadaDr]
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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 07:52 AM


What is the Jaguar not doing? What are its symptoms?

Some repairs are not Jaguar-specific and can be done by many mechanics, if the problem is not electronic. Not electric, but electronic, as in computer or module controlled.

If it's just leaking a small amount of oil, hey, it's a British car.




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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 08:48 AM


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What is the Jaguar not doing? What are its symptoms?


Is it sniffing rats?




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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 09:58 AM


If there is/was a Jag mechanic in Ensenada, he probably starved to death a long time ago.
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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 10:00 AM


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If there is/was a Jag mechanic in Ensenada, he probably starved to death a long time ago.


On the other hand, even ONE Jaguar in town would keep him in business.

You know the old saying about British cars..............

If it runs, sell it.




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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 10:01 AM


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Originally posted by Hook
You know the old saying about British cars..............

If it runs, sell it.



Exactly the way I've felt about a few girlfriends in the past. :lol:
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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 10:04 AM


Jeeeezo...I'm getting Jaguar ads at the top of my page now:
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$499 - 2012 Jaguar XF
www.Hornburg.comMore Luxury Features as Standard. Your LA and Orange County Dealers.
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[*] posted on 11-24-2012 at 10:26 AM


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Jeeeezo...I'm getting Jaguar ads at the top of my page now:
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$499 - 2012 Jaguar XF
www.Hornburg.comMore Luxury Features as Standard. Your LA and Orange County Dealers.




yep, Google knew you did it
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 12:57 PM


Quote:
Originally posted by EnsenadaDr
As per Google:

http://www.articulosinformativos.com.mx/Jaguar_XKR_2007_Bell...

[Edited on 11-24-2012 by EnsenadaDr]


Thank you for your efforts, Dr! My Spanish-speaking skills are limited, but what I see in your link is (a) an article about a Jaguar model (that is newer and much costlier than mine), plus (b) a list of mechanics that seems to bear no relation to the article. Am I missing something? :?:

[Edited on 11-25-2012 by MsTerieus]

[Edited on 11-25-2012 by MsTerieus]
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 12:59 PM


Quote:
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What is the Jaguar not doing? What are its symptoms?

Some repairs are not Jaguar-specific and can be done by many mechanics, if the problem is not electronic. Not electric, but electronic, as in computer or module controlled.

If it's just leaking a small amount of oil, hey, it's a British car.


Funny you should ask. It broke down in San Diego, where I left it with a European Car repair shop, after being "turned down" by a couple of shops that did not have the tools (computer? software?) with which to fix it. (I had to bus back to Ensenada). The car kept stalling; it needs 2 ignition module$, which had to be ordered. (It also has an ABS problem that the mechanic will look into, once the stalling problem is resolved.)

The purpose of my inquiry is to know, in advance, where I can take the car (i.e., a place that has the tools to determine what's wrong) if it acts up again near home.

[Edited on 11-25-2012 by MsTerieus]
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:03 PM


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Quote:
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What is the Jaguar not doing? What are its symptoms?


Is it sniffing rats?


How did you know THAT, Robert? It may not be "sniffing" rats, but it STINKS to high hell of mice! They got to it last year - despite its being garaged - nested all over it, using its upholstery (and wiring coatings).

Then, about 3 weeks ago, in my new place (also with a garage), they found it and started nesting again. (I think I've cleared them out, and I leave traps in the car, as well as using an ultrasound machine.) But that's not the current (mechanical) problem.

My POOR kitty. :(
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:07 PM


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If there is/was a Jag mechanic in Ensenada, he probably starved to death a long time ago.


I was thinking of a mechanic who specialized in European cars. I imagine there are a few of them in the Ensenada area.
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:10 PM


Quote:
Originally posted by DENNIS
Quote:
Originally posted by Hook
You know the old saying about British cars..............

If it runs, sell it.



Exactly the way I've felt about a few girlfriends in the past. :lol:


It was made by Jaguar, then a subsidiary of Ford. I actually have had few problems with it over the past 6-7 years that I have owned it.

As for selling it? In my search for the prior thread where I thought someone recommended a mechanic, I came across another thread in which I asked about the 2000 Subaru Outback I'd just inherited. You, Dennis, had advised me to get rid of it. I can't figure out why you would have advised that: It's an AWD car, on which I put all-terrain tires, and it is GREAT for this part of the world. (I admit that the Jag is another story.)
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:20 PM
JAG vs SUB


That's a no brainer if you can find anyone to buy the jag..2nd thought:light: just start driving the suba and get the suba service in the calif..much better for the car and its health !!! and you will much more happy over time ,money,grief Saved
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:23 PM


Quote:
Originally posted by MsTerieus
I came across another thread in which I asked about the 2000 Subaru Outback I'd just inherited. You, Dennis, had advised me to get rid of it. I can't figure out why you would have advised that: It's an AWD car, on which I put all-terrain tires, and it is GREAT for this part of the world. (I admit that the Jag is another story.)


I can't imagine having said that since I know less than nothing about the vehicle.
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:29 PM
subaru


very well built cars and have a following like toyota,volvo,roll's,bently....... the jags look nice and drive awsome but have...ummm..eh..ahh...health issue's.....trust me on this one !!! K&T....ps.almost forgot !! parts will kill YA!!

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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:33 PM


Let me sit down before you tell me how much the ignition modules cost.

OK, I'm sitting.............



What model is this? How many miles on it? How long have you owned it?

How long have you lived in the Ensenada are? I realize you are in Punta Banda but you still have to drive it into town. I ask because I would think many Jags would be a desirable car to thieves and Ensenada is said to be a town with a high rate of car theft. Just suggesting that if the car is a thief magnet as well as difficult to get service on, maybe you should consider changing wheels, if you can afford it.

My sister used to own an XJS. It did give her problems but it sure was a pleasure to drive when it was running, so I can understand having an attachment to Jaguars.




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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:37 PM
Hook,,the mind reader!!


LOL...see above post !!
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[*] posted on 11-25-2012 at 01:42 PM


Keep the Soob, sell the Jag.



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