1994 Jaguar XJ-Series Consumer Reviews

I like the XJ12, but...

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ12 4dr Sedan

Review

I bought the 1994 XJ12 (XJ81) because this was the only year it came in the XJ40 body style. The car seems heavy compared to the excellent XJ6 (XJ40), but the 6.0L V-12 delivers much more torque. Still, a poor trade off and the fuel consumption is hard to take. If you're a Jag guy, the car disappoints a little. If you're not a Jag guy stay far away - it will eat you out of house and home.
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Thrilling Car

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS 2dr Convertible

Review

In the 10 years I have owned this car I have had no repairs at all. A battery, two front shocks, and a set of tires are all I have put into it. It has not been to a dealer at all in ten years. It is garaged and I use it almost exclusively with top down, which is frequent here in Florida. I have thought about a new one, but this style is too outstanding!
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GOOD PRICE GOOD CAR

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan

Review

I bought this car last October. I had to change the oil pump, it was expensive. Not only was repair very expensive the local Jag dealer had it for 2 months because they really didn't know how to deal with this car. But to the dealerships credit I have not had a problem since the repair. My only advice is if you buy this car--remember its a keeper --not for future trade ( much less value than when you purchase it)
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Some misgivings

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS V12 2dr Convertible

Review

Bought the car late winter this yr. Car was idle about 5 yrs. So problems were expected. So far I have repaired the AC blower motor - 1.29 part, hell to get installed. Rebuilt R/Pinion and tie rod ends, new battery, new tires, front brake rotors and pads, new roof. Had problems with electrical relays but fixed with no parts. Now the front drivers seat will not recline (bad motor) - this car is becoming a quest
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One awesome cat!!

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS 2dr Convertible

Review

This cat is a beauty!! The lines of the car are timeless, attracting attention wherever it goes. The design of the new generation convertible Jaguars can't hold a candle to these classic coach made works of art. Mechanically the car is pretty sound, but problems with the interior electrical & lighting has been frustrating. I can overlook that setback in the daytime, but at night when you need lighting to enter and egress the car it can be frustrating.
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nice all around

Vehicle

1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan

Review

Pretty, great ride, great value for the money. You can easily get a VERY nice low mileage 94 XJ6 for under $7,000, so why buy a newer, but uninteresting Ford or Saturn when you can have a fun, reliable Jag for less price. Yes, parts and service cost more, but not a lot more. I've had 4 Jags now and the drivetrain systems are usually strong and reliable. With these cars it's typically the electrics or some nit-picky thing that goes bad. Keep it garaged and maintained, buy the latest model you can afford (build quality and reliability for the sedan is best from 1990 and up), and it should return the favor. 1994 was the last year for the more angular, European styling, a personal favorite.
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UNRELIABLE

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan

Review

I recently purchased the 1994 XJ6 3 months ago and already I have had to spend ever $5,000 to fix mechanical problems. Wood trim is cheap and cracks easily.
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Fun XJ12

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ12 4dr Sedan

Review

This car is a true classic high performance luxury sedan. It is very graceful on winding mountain roads and a real joy to drive and own.
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My First Cool Car

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan

Review

The people at work used to make fun of my 1990 Volvo station wagon which ultimately died last summer. My pal Phil was moving to London, and I bought his Jag from him. It is the (almost) perfect midlife crisis car. The drive is great, and the looks really wow people. A sort of negative is that people will assume you spent an enormous amount of money for te car.
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Love It

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1994 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan

Review

I bought this car with 75,000 miles on the odometer and in nearly 4 years have put 31,000 miles on (now at 106,000). The ride is excellent, handling very predictable, power adequate, and reliability has been excellent. I have replaced the shocks, tires, battery, and brake pads - regular maintenance stuff. I have done nearly all the work myself and have been very impressed with the engineering. I have had the A/C compressor and expansion valve replaced by an independent service garage.
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