1998 Jaguar XJ8 review from North America
"It's a delight to look at, but expensive to maintain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission went out at 116,000 miles.
Transmission cooling line went out 1 year after that.
Car cuts off on the busy highway, and once it turns off, it starts right back up.
Timing chain has gone out, and is at least a $2500 problem.
General comments?
The car is beautiful no doubt, but there is too much that comes with the territory. It is a dream car if you're only looking at the inside and outside.
The Jaguar Dealers will bleed you dry.
I will never purchase another Jaguar as long as I live.
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| I cannot recommend a jaguar vehicle to anyone and will never purchase one again |
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| dependable and classic |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 103000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 134000 miles |
| Previous car | Lexus LS400 |
| Date of Entry | 8th January, 2008 |