1995 Jaguar XJ6 review from North America

At approximately 128,000 miles the top left heater hose bursted. The seat memory buttons do not work. Other than these two minor inconveniences the car has not malfunctioned. I replaced the brake pads and tires and an alignment by a Jag specialist was performed when the new tires were mounted. The transmission was serviced at approximately 116,000 miles and I was informed Jaguar recommends servicing at 90,000 miles. The transmission service was $200 despite shopping around (among specialists). However, the ZF unit does not leak, shifts smoothly at normal speeds, and shifts very crisply at kickdown. The engine leaked a trickle of oil at the valve cover, but slight tightening of the studs eliminated that problem. If it recurs again a valve cover gasket change would be indicated.

This was my first Jaguar and I picked it up after selling my Porsche 928 gts because I was curious about the car and always liked the shape. Although it has not been the fastest car I've ever owned, nor the most aerodynamic, nor the most technologically advanced it has grown on me and is certainly one of the most enjoyable cars I have ever owned. For the record I have owned some decent cars, e.g. Porsche 928 gts (manual) ; Porsche 968 (manual) ; Audi Coupe Quattro; Euro M635csi; 1996 BMW 740i; and currently an AMG CL55 with Kleeman upgrades.

The lines on the Jag are timeless and beautiful. The engine is superbly refined and strong at highway speeds. The torque is very good and the car wafts around at highway speeds making kickdown unnecessary in about 90 percent of overtaking maneuvers. The car feels very very stable at high speeds with the Michelins, provides a silky smooth "magic carpet" ride, and handles very well for a large car. Fuel economy is not bad at about 20-25mpg while cruising between 70-80mph. I currently use the car as a commute car and can't ask for anything more.