10-31-24

Top 5 Jaguar Service Tips to Extend the Life of Your Vehicle

Owning a Jaguar means experiencing the pinnacle of luxury, performance, and style on the road. Whether you're driving the sleek Jaguar E-PACE, the versatile Jaguar F-PACE, or the Jaguar F-TYPE, maintaining your vehicle’s performance is essential to ensuring that it continues to operate at its best for years to come. Jaguars are designed with precision and innovation, but like any high-performance machine, they require regular care and attention to keep them in peak condition.
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09-30-24

Must-Have Jaguar Accessories for Style in Your Vehicle

Owning a Jaguar is more than just a driving experience; it’s about making a statement with one of the most iconic luxury brands in the world. Whether you’re cruising the streets of Oakland in a sleek Jaguar F-PACE or navigating scenic routes in the refined Jaguar XF, your vehicle deserves to be as unique as you are.
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08-28-24

Cole Jaguar: Your Trusted Walnut Creek Jaguar Dealer

Experience the pinnacle of luxury and performance at Cole Jaguar in Walnut Creek, where our legacy of exceptional service and a premium selection of Jaguar models like the F-PACE and F-TYPE await you. Visit us today to find your perfect vehicle and enjoy a tailored automotive experience that reflects our dedication to excellence.
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07-16-24

6 Must-See Destinations near Walnut Creek, California

Nestled in the heart of Contra Costa County, Walnut Creek, California, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural scene, beautiful parks, and bustling shopping districts. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, there's always something new and exciting to discover.
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06-12-24

Jaguar I-PACE: Luxury, Performance, and Sustainability

The Jaguar I-PACE is designed for individuals who seek a blend of luxury, performance, and eco-consciousness in their driving experience. It caters to those who appreciate cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking design, offering an all-electric vehicle that doesn't compromise on style or functionality.
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05-23-24

A Deep Dive into the 2024 Jaguar F-TYPE

The 2024 Jaguar F-TYPE is meticulously crafted for individuals who have an unyielding passion for driving. With its dynamic performance capabilities and sleek design, the F-TYPE appeals to those who seek thrill and excitement on the road.
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04-22-24

Explore Luxury Driving: The Jaguar F-PACE Experience

Are you ready to experience luxury on the roads of California? The Jaguar F-PACE is designed to exceed expectations, offering a perfect blend of performance, elegance, and innovation. Whether you're a thrill-seeker or a luxury enthusiast, the Jaguar F-PACE delivers an unparalleled driving experience.
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04-02-24

Luxury Redefined: Exploring the Jaguar XF

In the bustling streets of Walnut Creek, California, where sophistication meets urban charm, there's a vehicle designed to captivate even the most discerning drivers: the Jaguar XF. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the XF is more than just a car—it's a sanctuary on wheels, tailored for those who demand excellence in every aspect of their journey.
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08-10-22

Certified Pre-Owned: The Next Best Thing to a New Jaguar

Given global disruptions to supply chains and an unprecedented reduction in new car availability across all brands, it seems like an appropriate time to discuss the benefits of purchasing or leasing a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Jaguar. Cole European currently has several meticulously maintained CPO Jaguar models in inventory and ready for immediate delivery, which may present an attractive option for those waiting to purchase a new Jaguar.

What Defines a Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar

It’s important to understand the primary objective of the certification process, which is to provide the prospective owner with an extremely high level of confidence in the quality and reliability of these pre-owned vehicles. This is achieved both through the extensive inspection process that each Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Jaguar must pass and the genuine Jaguar warranty that accompanies it.

To even be eligible for consideration, the Jaguar must be from the most recent 5 model years and have fewer than 60,000 miles on the odometer. The vehicle must have also been built for the U.S. market.

Once it is determined the that Jaguar meets those initial criteria, it must pass the remainder of a detailed inspection process that evaluates key items within the following categories:

  • Vehicle Eligibility
  • Preliminary Checks
  • Interior / General
  • Electrical Tests - Interior
  • Heat/Air Condition Systems
  • Electrical Test - Exterior
  • Exterior / General
  • Exterior / Luggage Compartment
  • Exterior / Engine Area
  • Undercarriage / Drivetrain
  • Tests / Stationary
  • Tests / Road
  • Tests / Emissions

In total, there are 165 points on the checklist that determine whether a vehicle is qualified to become a Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar. Essentially, it covers the entire vehicle in terms of both mechanical and cosmetic integrity.

The Benefits of Certification

Once certified, the Jaguar carries with it a number of benefits for the new owner:

Jaguar Warranty — Beyond whatever remaining factory warranty may exist for the particular vehicle, Jaguar adds coverage for up to 1-year / unlimited miles or 2-years / 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Roadside Assistance — Your Jaguar will be covered for the entire duration of the above warranty period with 24/7 Jaguar Assistance, which covers vehicle disablement due to breakdown or accident, all the way to minor emergencies such as a punctured tire or lock-out situation.

Vehicle History Report — Naturally, you will be presented with a history of your Jaguar, including Service history, mileage, ownership, and any other noteworthy information.

No Deductible Warranty Work — Any warrantable repairs covered under the Approved Certified Pre-Owned Program require absolutely no deductible payments.

Transferable Warranty — Should you choose to sell your CPO Jaguar during the warranty period, the warranty is transferable, preserving a significant aspect of the vehicle’s value.

In essence, Jaguar is partnering with you by standing behind the vehicles that pass the factory’s certification process. If there are issues, Jaguar shields the new owner with a warranty and roadside assistance.

Selecting the Ideal Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar

Despite appearing essentially new and including a genuine Jaguar warranty, these are nonetheless pre-owned vehicles and, as such, are unique. Therefore, finding one that matches your specifications in terms of age, mileage, color, and features is less under your control than selecting a new Jaguar from the current model year. (Although, under current market conditions, it may actually be easier to find a CPO Jaguar that meats your criteria than a new one).

Fortunately, Cole European is constantly looking for qualified vehicles to add to its collection of Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar models, so our selection is typically extensive and always being replenished. And, given that the founder of Cole European has been serving British motorcar enthusiasts since 1963 and has loyal customers throughout Northern California and the western states, we have a vast network from which we can draw. Additionally, as an authorized Jaguar Service Center with a very large customer base, we are aware of many customers with a Jaguar that may match your specifications.

What all of this means is that if we do not currently have the Jaguar for which you are looking in our Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar inventory, then there is a very good chance we can locate one that matches your criteria from among our current customers and extend an offer on your behalf. If necessary, we can also work through Cole European’s network of Jaguar dealerships across the country that may be able to assist in our search.

Special Financing

Currently, Cole European is able to offer 3.99% APR financing on Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar models for up to 36 months*. This offer is valid through 8/31/22, so please contact us soon if you’d like for us to help you locate and acquire a CPO Jaguar.

Cole European / San Francisco Bay Area Jaguar Dealership

Cole European in Walnut Creek, California, is an authorized Bay Area Jaguar dealership. Our diverse selection of new Jaguar models and Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar cars are hand-selected for Bay Area drivers. The Cole European Jaguar Service Center in Walnut Creek, CA, employs factory-trained and certified Jaguar technicians to keep your Jaguar performing at its best for years to come. Shop online or visit Cole European in Walnut Creek, California, to test drive a new Jaguar today.

*Program is valid through 8/31/2022. Offer valid on new loans and must take delivery of vehicle by 8/31/2022. Eligible Certified Pre-Owned models include 2017-2020 model years and select derivatives of XE, XF, XJ, F-PACE, F-TYPE, E-PACE and I-PACE. Jaguar Land Rover or approved lender may rescind or amend this offer without notice. See your participating Jaguar Land Rover Retailer for qualifications and complete details, or call 1.800.4.JAGUAR / 1.800.452.4827 or 1-800-FIND-4WD / 1.800.346.3493. 

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07-26-22

The Design Evolution of Jaguar: 80 Years of Style

You do not need to be a longtime Jaguar enthusiast to thoroughly appreciate and enjoy the pictorial walk through Jaguar’s iconic design history assembled by the manufacturer and available online. It’s a series of photographs, from 1935 forward, along with interesting text that describes the major steps of the Jaguar evolution.

It Begins with the 1935 SS Jaguar 2.5I Saloon

The first “Jaguar” was actually a model created in 1935 by the Swallow Sidecar company. However, it was so distinctively stylish and catlike in its design that the makers chose a sleek, elegant, muscular jungle cat as its namesake: Jaguar.

World War II Intervenes

As you might imagine, WWII had a dampening effect on Europe’s appetite — and ability — to produce luxurious motor cars and racy sports cars. Additionally, a company known by its abbreviated initials of “SS” was keen to shift gears and rebrand itself. And so it was that in 1945, the “Jaguar” name became the marque of a new brand. The next sensational step in the Jaguar design evolution came with the 1948 Jaguar XK120, a dramatic sports car with sweeping fender lines that seemed to blend race cars, motorcycles, and airplanes, yet exude an entirely feline grace and power.

Can’t Stop Scrolling

By that point, just two vehicles into the online tour, we were hooked. Titled “80 Years of Jaguar”, the engaging story of perhaps the most stylistically daring car brand in history drew us along the path to the new millennium. It breaks the evolution into three logical time frames: 1935 - 1959 / 1960 -1996 / 1997 - 2016.

For us, it was difficult to select a favorite from each of these three time frames, but it was fun to do so anyway. From Part 1: 1935-1959, it would have to be the XK120. Not only did it launch the legendary “XK” lineage, that particular model seemed to set the tone for all future Jaguar designs. Undeniably supple and catlike, it simply projects the ultimate British sports car. Sleek, elegant, and surprisingly relaxed in initial appearance, it still suggests the power to spring into action.

Our pick from Part 2: 1960-1996 was probably less difficult than we made it, but it was enjoyable to debate which contributed more to the brand, the introduction of the iconic 1961 Jaguar E-Type (the “Jaguar XK-E” in North America) or the last car to be design by Sir William Lyons, the 1968 XJ6, which was first of a legacy. Ultimately, we selected the XK-E because, well, it’s a true Jaguar sports car and that passion for sleek lines and high performance is what inspires the brand.

Part 3: 1997-2016 was relatively simple. While it was tempting to salute the Jaguar F-PACE, first of the brand’s performance SUV’s, we had to go with the F-Type because it’s the Jaguar we most like to drive. The F-PACE does an amazing job of translating classic Jaguar styling to an SUV, but the heart and soul of most Jaguar enthusiasts belong to sports cars. We realized this as we looked back and realized we had selected sports cars over sedans and SUV’s in all three design eras. At least we’re consistent.

Future Classics

Fortunately, as we looked out across the Cole European showroom and gazed upon a new 2022 Jaguar F-Type AWD R Coupe in Santorini Black, we realized that the “good old days” are ongoing. If there was ever an impressive offspring to a long line of powerful and beautiful sports cars, it’s the modern F-Type. Not that we wouldn’t love to have a vintage Jaguar X-E 4.2 Coupe sitting in our garage for those special occasions, but the modern Jaguar F-Type is an unabashed beast of a sports car with a royal lineage. And, best of all, one can still be purchased in “new” condition, with all the high-tech features we’ve come to expect in today’s finest cars.

Take A Look For Yourself

We’ve shared our fantasy voyage through the annals of the Jaguar design evolution and hopefully enticed you to visit the “80 Years of Jaguar” website today and see if you don’t agree that a modern automobile is best when it’s a direct extension of years of creativity and passion for the art of driving.

And if, when you’re finished, you’re inspired to consider the modern line of Jaguar models, we’d be just as enthused to talk about the current models. 

Cole European — Jaguar -/ Land Rover

Cole European in Walnut Creek, California, is your Bay Area Jaguar dealership. Our diverse selection of new Jaguar models and Certified Pre-Owned Jaguar cars are hand-selected for Bay Area drivers. The Cole European Jaguar Service Center in Walnut Creek, CA, employs factory-trained and certified Jaguar technicians to keep your Jaguar performing at its best for years to come. Shop online or visit Cole European in Walnut Creek, California, to test drive a new Jaguar today.

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