1998 Jaguar XJ8 L review from North America
"Still a beauty to see, drive, and ride"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
3 sets of Z-rated tires over 10 years.
Replacement of computer module & sensors at 60K/7 yrs.
3 failures of cruise control sensor (currently not working).
Replaced pump/hoses at about 75K/9 yrs.
Replaced front bearings at 85K/10 yrs.
Replaced gaskets at 90K/11 yrs.
Three failed-to-start incidents from flooding due to very short (in-out of garage) operation; understand an ECM upgrade may resolve.
General comments?
Elegant car inside and out.
Easy, quiet, and responsive to drive.
Extremely comfortable, if constrained, interior.
Limited trunk space.
"L"-model makes for much more comfortable rear seats.
Better than expected reliability, but still a bit of a diva.
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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? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 91000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan 300ZX |
| Date of Entry | 5th November, 2009 |