1987 Jaguar XJS Coupe review from Australia and New Zealand
"A delight to drive and own, have not experienced any significant faults so far"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Auxiliary fan was seized, easily repaired with an old Mazda motor for $20.
Air-conditioning system doesn't work (job for this spring to sort out).
Air-con solenoid actuator failed - $100 to fix.
General comments?
Very comfortable car, my wife thinks it looks scary and feels like getting into a jet fighter.
Attracts plenty of looks from other motorists.
Very quiet, and a joy to drive. Petrol consumption is OK (it is only 3.6)
Whilst it has plenty of power, I only feel I am ever using a fraction of it. Great on long cruises.
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| Fast enough to reverse the aging process |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1987 |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 118000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 122000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 26th July, 2006 |