1991 Jaguar XJS Coupe from North America

Faults:

I recently purchased a '91 XJS and love the way it drives and looks.

The main concern I have, at this point, is that there is a persistent water leak on the drivers side (front seat). I have read two other comments in this format regarding the identical problem, but have heard no feedback from others on how to rectify this problem. Currently trying a silicon sealant around the windshield gasket to make repairs and hopefully this will work. I would like to have other reader's input as well, in the event the sealant does not work.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 11th January, 2005

22nd Jan 2005, 14:13

Water in the foot wells can be due to blocked air contioning drain tubes.

8th Apr 2005, 08:10

Look under the Scuttle vent grille - just in front of the screen. Corrosion & dedris can leek water behind the dash, which will find it's way into the footwells. Also check the vent tubes are clear.

I too have a 91 & love it. But these little niggles can spoil the fun (temporarily).

Paul UK.

27th May 2005, 15:49

I also own a 1991 XJS and love it. The previous comments are accurate, but there is one other place to check. There is a drain tube that exits between the enging and firewall. If this tube is clogged, it will cause puddles also. The tube is easy to see when the car in on a rack for an oil change and/or lube. On my XJS, it was the windshield that leaked. I had it removed, resealed and reinstalled. The windshield had been previously replaced and it was done incorrectly. All is fine now.

Good Driving.

Mike.

28th Jan 2006, 19:28

I have no XJS experience, but rebuilt an XKE over a five year period, and it had the same water leak problem --- on the driver's right foot.

After cleaning out the air conditioning drain line, the problem went away.

chris.

23rd Jun 2008, 20:49

In the manuals that I have, it is a known issue with this body style. It also details how to resolve the problem.

I too have it, so I know what you're talking about. Check into what's new in an XJS and you'll find the fix.

15th Oct 2011, 17:40

Hello, I had just bought a 91 XJS, & had it out for a drive, & had noticed the same problem; it was raining & leaking from the passenger & driver's side windshield. I looked on the outside, & noticed that the curvature of the frame & glass at the bottom corner of windshield, the water was pooling. I am going to do the same, but before I do, could you let me know how you made out the silicone, & if it sealed? Thank you.

1991 Jaguar XJS V12 Le Mans 5.3 from UK and Ireland

Summary:

Cheap to buy, expensive to run - worth every penny!!

Faults:

Drivers Electric Window not working

Cruise Control Not working

(neither repaired yet).

Oil Cooler required to be replaced Total Cost £400.

2nd hand front Near Side Wing (due to rust) total cost inc paint £200.

General Comments:

An absolutely beautiful car inside and out. Fantastic to drive. Unfortunately due to the petrol consumption and parts cost this is really just a car for the weekend.

Do not use dealerships they charge a lot of money and most of their mechanics have never worked on a car of this type. Find a local specialist!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 26th May, 2004

1991 Jaguar XJS 3.6 from UK and Ireland

Summary:

A great car for £4000. I will buy another, and another, and another..

Faults:

The heater matrix was on the way out and was leaking when I bought it. Heavy steaming and condensation in the car revealed this. This cost £900 to fix, but was covered under warranty.

Also a whining noise from the differential bearings revealed and almost seized differential. My garage reconditioned the differential and replaced the bearings. Cost was £1700.

The boot lamps remained on even though the boot was closed. This managed to drain my battery and caused me to buy a new one. Raising the boot close detect switch by a couple of washers solved the problem.

General Comments:

The car is a great drive and pulls away and kicks down superbly. The drivers position is a little cramped as I am 6ft 2. Boot has plenty of room.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 10th January, 2003