1999 Jaguar XK-Series Consumer Reviews
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Great Car for the Money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
When I say money, I don't mean original sticker price, but rather the purchase price of one that is a few years old. Prices drop like a rock on both the XJs and the XKs. The other XJs that I've owned (95' and up) have been dead reliable (one with 186k miles) and we are hoping that the same can be said of this XK, since they share a lot of parts. Much better built car than my Porsche 968 and mostly just as much fun, even without a manual transmission. Old XJS platform has some cowl shake, but it's pretty much kept under control. It's a very nice car to drive to work everyday or take on weekend trips. Luggage space, mileage and noise isolation are decent for a convertible.
Favorite Features
Exterior shape, V8 power, quiet one-touch convertible top ... believe it or not, quality.
Suggested Improvements
Give the boot ... the boot. It's ridiculous that a $75,000-$120,000 car has a manual boot cover!!! The only feature that I really dislike. Other suggestions include a power lock button inside the car, remotely opening and closing the top from the key fob, stiffer platform, and convertible hardtop.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Pretty good car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
Overall good car. It's a kick to drive and it looks great. Put Pirelli tires on it and it really handles. Car was reliable until about 75,000 miles. After that, transmission and instrument pack had to be replaced. Car also jumped timing and timing chain needed to be repaired. Premature in my book. Make sure you purchase the extended warranty. It's worth its weight in gold!
Favorite Features
Convertible top goes up and down fairly quickly. Seats are comfortable and good on long drives. Wood on dash is elegant. Love the analog clock. Harmon Kardon sound system is really nice.
Suggested Improvements
A tiptronic transmission like Mercedes would be a nice improvement. The present shifter is OK but if you're in 1st gear, come to a stop and need reverse. it's a really long throw.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Love everything about this beautiful car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
I hate to part with this car as I really do love everthing about it. I have had no trouble with it and I love to drive it. Also , everywhere I go I get complements on it's beauty; however my age tells me that I need a different kind of a car.
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2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Reliable...but
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
It is a fun car to drive I even had a police officer stop me to admire the car, honestly no ticket. I had the engine replaced at 34,000 miles because of no oil. I don't know if the servicing dealer didn't put in enough or why or how it lost it. It was covered under warranty after a fight with Jag reps. What I did find out is the gauges are not reliable because prior to dying, the engine temp and oil pressure guages all said normal nor were there any red lights lite on the dash.
Favorite Features
Looks, power and fun to drive
Suggested Improvements
A tiptroic type of transmission
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Unreliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
For sure it is a fun and sexy car to drive and has lots of power. But for the price it is very cheaply built. A lot of things fall apart, there are plenty of electrical problems, overall you always feel what is gonna go wrong and break next. Recently the engine has given me problems. During the last three months my car has be out for service for one and half months. I'll never buy another Jaguar.
Favorite Features
The shape of the car and its power are my favorite parts.
Suggested Improvements
Build a more sturdy car all over and don't use the Cheap plastic parts. I'm sure everyone had the problem (or will have) of the seat controls falling out of the side of the seats. Also the rain drips on you evrytime you open the door thru the gap in convertible top.
6 out 8 people found this review helpful
Jag is a dog
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
Nothing but problems. After 48,000 miles replaced cracked motor mounts, timing chanin and tensioners, ignition coils. Window operation failed. Traction control failed. Various electrical problems
Favorite Features
Style
Suggested Improvements
Improve reliability. Needs more supportive seats
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
wants to run
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
This is a great driving/touring car. Suspension is stiff and responsive but not harsh - more civilized (no kidney damage) than Porsche. Engine/tranny very powerful and smooth. Very well appointed and handsome interior that could use some ergonomic attention. Expensive new, they depreciate quickly and become a much better value as they age.
Favorite Features
In my opinion probably the best lines of any car on the road - very sleek. Powerful and very smooth.
Suggested Improvements
Auto tranny is one of th best I've driven but limiting for this type of car. Seats do not provide enough support. Manually covering the covertible top with a boot is annoying - top cover should be automatic.
Sammy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
This car drives like the dream it looks like... it handles like butter oozing on a hot griddle! It hugs and responds with a light touch on the wheel, yet feels solid and tight in the suspension.
Favorite Features
The Alpine Green color is sooo classy! yet the smile of the front grill setup is equally beautiful and eye catching! Oh my god... this car was made for a classy driver!
Suggested Improvements
If it weren't for a pending divorce I'd keep this one forever!... but there's always a chance for a new one!
convertibel fun
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Jaguar XK-Series 2 Dr XK8 Convertible
Review
Absolutely no problems. Not your 'fathers' Jag. Fun to drive gets plenty of looks. Needs a 'tip-tronic' type of transmission to really have fun
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