Engine locked up

Asked by davew Jun 25, 2012 at 07:52 PM about the 2004 Jaguar X-TYPE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

First off' let me say that I must be an idiot for ignoring the blinking oil light on my dash for 3-4 days, thinking that I was probably just a little low on oil and would take care of it this weekend.  Too late!  My car just shut off, and now the mechanic says I will need a complete engine overhaul costing around $3,000!  I paid $5,000 for the car some six months ago.  Please any experts out there... what is the least expensive, most effective way to repair the damage and keep this car running well for another few years.  The mechanic filled the car with oil, but the engine is still making a noise.  He said it is not safe to drive.  Please help!

Thank you!

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maddog81 answered 12 years ago

At lease yours was trying to worn you. Our the red light never can on. $4600 later and it on the road again. If you have it rebuilt, don't let them over tighten the valve cover. I had the replace the gasket after the warranty ran out (just 2 months) oil got to the plugs. $3000 doesn't sound bad if you like the car.

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Rachel answered 12 years ago

I have an '02 X-Type 3.0 w/X2 pkg, sitting @ 63,000 orig miles but when she does need a "transplant" I plan on just dropping a 350 in her. Easier to work on,parts are much more available and cost effective compared to OEM Jaguar parts. Also the 2.5 and 3.0 engines have plastic pieces in areas where there really should be metal,ie the water pump for starters and countless other bits. So if you're going to spend the money anyway I would get the 350,my opinion.

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