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Mike Brewer purchases a Jaguar S‑Type with 195,000 miles for £3,000. After some repairs, they compare it to another model that has only one‑tenth the mileage.

Jaguar S‑Type R is a single episode of a British automotive programme that follows the usual format of the series, presenting a hands‑on look at classic cars. The show centres on the activities of its host, Mike Brewer, and the accompanying team, often referred to simply as “the boys”, as they hunt for, restore and test vehicles of interest. In this instalment, Brewer acquires a Jaguar S‑Type that has clocked 195,000 miles, paying just £3,000 for the high‑ mileage machine. After bringing the car back into running order with a series of repairs, the team lines it up against another S‑Type that has only a tenth of the mileage. The episode documents the process of getting the first car road‑worthy again and then setting the two against each other for a direct comparison. The juxtaposition highlights how the vastly different mileages affect each vehicle’s condition and performance. By pitting the refurbished, high‑mileage Jaguar against its low‑mileage counterpart, the programme offers viewers a clear picture of what mileage can mean for a classic car’s state, all while staying within the practical, hands‑on approach that defines the series.