I'm in the process of looking for a replacement for a very high milage
VW Scirocco, and finding that there are so few cars around with any
semblance of style (and that I can afford), that the 156 and the Jag
X-type, have come up as the only options. One of the most important
criteria is fuel consumption. I do 20k a year, so the 2.4 JTD is top
of the list.

The question is whether to go new (I actually like the new 156 shape,
although, I might be in the minority here...) or get a two year oldish
156 for significantly less money. The only things that concern me are
reliability and servicing costs. The new 156 doesn't compete with the
unlimited miles jag warranty, and up to 6 years cover, but then a
second hand 156 with 12 months cover, is definitely more pocket
friendly. Is it going to get me through a 100k miles without too much
trouble?

PyroJames
Where I like, when I like, in whatever I like to wear.