1999 Jaguar XJR Consumer Reviews

A Very Fast Cat

Written by: Andrei on 07/04/2005

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

This is the 1st Jaguar I have owned. My father had a beautiful 1975 XJ6 with lots of problems. The new Jags are spectacular. The XJR is a completely different machine. Under the hood is a Supercharged V8 that delivers 370 horse power. It's a 4 door Porsche. In 1998 it was rated as the world's fastest production sedan. Need I say more. I will! The interior is exquisite. Everyone knows that the British make the best interiors. Rolls Royce, Bentley and Aston Martin. Just sit in one. The exterior is SEXY. The looks from people on the street, especially women, makes it all worth it. Mercedes & BMW's are on every street corner, but a Jag says classy, unique and very sexy.

Favorite Features

The unique shape, the Burrell wood interior and Harmon Kardon Stereo.

Suggested Improvements

Moon roof option.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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'99 XJR

Written by: Scott Daly on 12/05/2004

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

I bought this car with 16,000 miles on it and have driven it over 15,000 in the past year. The car has been a joy to drive and an exceptional performance car. I have had no problems whatsoever in any area. The car is tight and solid without any squeaks or rattles and the quality throughout has been very pleasing. This is the best car I have owned and when its time to replace it in the next year or 2, I expect to get another XJR.

Favorite Features

The power and handling performance. This is the strongest and most responsive car I have driven and makes driving a pure pleasure. I also like the interior features and design.

Suggested Improvements

Leg room in the back seat is tight as is the head room, but other than that, it is as good as it can get.

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Jaguar 1999 XJR

Written by: toyhunting on 10/24/2004

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

This car is the most fun to drive. I have been stop and ask to slow down but no tickets as of today.

Favorite Features

Turning and handeling

Suggested Improvements

Headroom

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My 1999 Jag

Written by: Czeka on 08/03/2004

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

I am contemplating purchasing this car. It looks like it was well kept. Very showy, comfortable and easy todrive. It has new pirellis tires. I am not sure if it hase all wheel drive. Can I drive it in the winter?

Favorite Features

I am thinking of buying this auto. It looks super sharp. fun to drive. Can it be driven in the winter, hope so! The interior is wonderful, very clean.

Suggested Improvements

Needed front wheel bearing replaced. and Egr gasket replaced. Will need 59,000 mile check-up Suggestions?

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My 99 XJR is a blast

Written by: fastrich on 05/08/2004

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

This car is fantastic. It's way too easy to hit 100mph at the end of a merge lane entering the freeway. Change lanes like a nut at over 80 mph and the car hugs the road like lane paint.

Favorite Features

Greate metalicc black paint and leather interior pale in comparison to its performance.

Suggested Improvements

Better mpg. I get around 14 but primarily just in town.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Love and Hate Relationship

Written by: 9 Lives on 02/24/2004

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

I really enjoy driving this car, but I the hate tires it's riding on. It sometimes feels like I'm in a horse drawn carrige rolling 70mph over cobblestone streets. This car needs a wider variety of tires to choose from. Okay, The good is the XJR's stealth like appearence at stoplights when the little young bucks roll-up in their asian street rods or the occassional Mustang or Camaro? I kill the traction control and pop on the Sport Mode and give them a run for their money, so you know the 540 or 740 don't come close. The sporty yet classy interior is a plus.

Favorite Features

Power,The Sport Seats,and you don't see the XJR at every corner

Suggested Improvements

Tires, Tires, Tires!!!! I don't need Y and Z rated tires, so show me some options!!

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Low, Fast & Stylish

Written by: Ernie J on 01/17/2004

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

I like the way the car looks and the way it handles. The supercharged engine is smooth and powerful. It leaves the line with no hesitation. The gas milage is great considering the size and weight of the car. The low profile Pirilie P zero tires ride a little harsh at slow speeds on rough pavement.

Favorite Features

The style and power are what I love about this car.

Suggested Improvements

Not many people will take their XJRs out on the track so the tires could be a little softer.

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good but not great

Written by: fechev on 10/17/2003

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

370 horses makes it fun, lots of subtle, head-turning class. My 3rd Jag, they're getting better each generation, but still disappointed in the little problems that pop up, like part failures, irritating rattling noises due to build quality, and electronics issues. Twice now it just stopped running out of the blue while driving, and dealer can't find problem. XJR has a tendency to hop when cornering and hitting a bump at speed, even with proper alignment and top of the line tires.

Favorite Features

The power and acceleration capabilities for a sedan, looks, comfort and ride, overall 'feel' of car.

Suggested Improvements

Build quality to keep noise and rattling to a minimum, suroof and side mirror wind noise improvement, tramlining while driving, quick and severe depreciation of car's worth even when buying used, vulnerability to moisture.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Good Bye Lexus Forever

Written by: JAg man on 10/02/2003

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

After being told that Japanese cars were the best out there by the media, I bought a LEXUS LS. WHAT A WASTE! The car had no soul like the Jaguar. People mistook it for a Camry. The valet always parked in the back. Now with the XJR, I always get a smile and the front row at resturants. No More POSURE cars for me. I love it!

Favorite Features

Power. You don't get mistaken for a Tercel with leather

Suggested Improvements

More wheel/tire options

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WHAT A CAR

Written by: JAMIE LANGE on 10/19/2002

Vehicle

1999 Jaguar XJR 4 Dr Supercharged Sedan

Review

I OWNED A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE STS BEFORE I BOUGHT THIS JAGUAR AND I STILL DRIVE MY STS BUT NO WERE NEAR AS MUCH AS I DRIVE THE JAG IT IS A GREAT DEAL NICER INSIDE I DO LIKE THE STYLING ON THE OUTSIDE OF MY STS BETTER BUT OVERALL THE JAG WOULD BE MY FIRST CHOICE JAMIE C. LANGE

Favorite Features

I LOVE THE PICK UP OF THE 370 HORSE SOPER-CHARGED MOTOR AND THEWAY THE SHIFTER IS SET UP IS REALLY NICE

Suggested Improvements

I THINK THAT JAG SHOULD MAKE THE CUP HOLDERS MORE USABLE FOR ALL SIZE CUPS BECAUSE NOT ALL THING WILL FIT. OTHER THAN THAT THERE IS ONLY ONE MORE THING AND THAT IS ENTRY TO THE REAR SEATS BUT THAT IS NOT MY PROBLEM NOW IS IT THAT IS THE PROBLEM OF THOSE GETTING IN AND OUT!

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