1998 Jaguar XJ8 XJ 8 review from North America
"This vehicle is too expensive for for the product you receive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Premium Sound package has intermittent sound cut out on the drivers door speaker.
Steering and tire vibration resulting in suspension bushings being replaced 3 times and tire replacement.
Front brake and rotor replacement at 38,000 miles.
ABS module went out and was replaced.
Steering pulling and braking unstable resulting in rear suspension wishbone being replaced.
While on the Highway at 55 to 65 MPH the vehicle will sometimes start slowing down and will not accelerate, then goes in to "Limp Home" mode. Dealer can find no problem/computer fault codes.
General comments?
This vehicle is too expensive for the type mechanical problems experienced.
The dealers service department required me to contact Jaguar headquarters on most occasions to receive proper service response.
The vehicle Steers well and is very comfortable for the front passengers.
The rear seating is cramped for anyone over 5 foot 6 inches tall.
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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 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 48275 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac Eldorado |
| Date of Entry | 27th February, 2003 |