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It only takes a few seconds. You must be logged in to perform that action. You must have JavaScript enabled to experience the new Autoblog. The Jaguar was built to much higher quality standards than before, thanks to Ford input. On its launch, the car was rapturously received by the press. The engine and gearbox were top of the class — XKRs were limited to mph, but are capable of mph-plus when de-restricted — as were the handling, quietness and price, but the poor low-speed ride and cramped rear seats were criticised.
The folding soft-top, developed by Karmann — complete with a heated glass screen — was widely praised, even though it relied on a clip-on leather hood cover to look tidy when lowered. Decide which model, colours and trim specs appeal, then look carefully. Not all dealers know XK specs, so shop around; you may find a top-end car at standard book price. Service history is highly desirable, but check for gaps. Engines to VIN used Nikasil liners: some corroded and lost compression.
If a new genuine Jaguar unit has been fitted with bills to prove it , great. If not, have a compression test done and make sure that the engine starts, runs and pulls well. If all is fine, then it should be a good buy. Listen for rattly timing chain tensioners. Slippage or jerkiness means an imminent rebuild or a blocked filter.
Balljoints and wheel bearings wear, often knocking steering out of kilter. Check for slack, uneven tyre wear and costly dampers on CATS-equipped cars. Electrical issues can be complex to diagnose and pricey to fix.
So check it all works, notably windows, seats and column stalks esp for trip computer. Low-volume cooling system gives rapid warm-up, but is intolerant of leaks: look for stains and smells esp around water pump , plus signs of head-gasket failure.
Rare Sport trim featured dark maple dash and cloth seat inserts; most chose Classic as here , with walnut veneer and full leather. Look for wear on bolsters. Hydraulic fluid can thicken, leading to slow or failed hood operation; it should be swift. To take full advantage of the extra power the speed limiter has been raised to mph, making it the fastest production Jaguar since the XJ supercar.
Bonnet louvers, quad exhaust pipes and a reworked grille are the items to look for, but the changes are perhaps less pronounced than many would wish.
Interior design is essentially the same as the XK, but with range-topping upholstery and equipment as standard. The price range for the Jaguar XK8 varies based on the trim level you choose.
Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop. The electrics can go haywire, and batteries can flatten for no obvious reason. The fabric roof has also been known to freeze. Jaguar have reduced their problems to problems per vehicles, this is down from the previous year, which is quite an achievement. Reliability Index put Jaguar 29th out of 39 on their reliability table.
They also gave Jaguar a reliability index of The Jaguar XE is a luxury vehicle offering a stylish design, powerful engine choices and excellent handling. Disco stu55 , PM. Veteran Member. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard on all models. So over time the XK8 is bound to become a classic as the availability of this beautiful automobile depletes, and the unique design is further regarded as what helped shape Jaguar as a superior, influential car manufacturer.
How much is a Jaguar XJ-Series worth? The Jaguar Reliability Rating is 2. This rating is based on an average across unique models.
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