2001 Jaguar XK-Series Consumer Reviews

XKR2001

Written by: nbryden on 10/24/2004

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XKR 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl S/C 5A)

Review

I have experienced zero problems with this car - it is well constructed and has a high quality feel to all parts. It has exceptional power and handles corners as if it were on rails. All instruments are easily viewed and the driver and passenger compartments are comfortable though not spacious - there is adequate headroom. I miss certain features that were included in the XJS, particularly the automatic side mirror tilt when reversing - the reverse sensors compensate but not completely. There are numerous blind spots when reversing. "Back seat" is almost useless except for bags, jackets and obviously insurance rates. Overall, this is the best performing and constructed car I have owned

Favorite Features

Road handling and power are excellent

Suggested Improvements

Automatic tilt side mirrors when reversing to assist with blind spots

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Very Poor resale value

Written by: loud on 03/24/2004

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Very Poor resale value, I'm getting very little for a trade in value. Seems like you can $10k off the price of a new one. That type of discount on new ones is killing the value of mine.

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1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Silverstone XKR

Written by: kevinrphkv on 02/20/2004

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XKR Silverstone 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl S/C 5A)

Review

If it isn't enough that God has given me the most beautiful Jaguar ever created, He has also given me one of only 200 sold in the U.S.!!!!!!!!! Faster than a corvette and more luxurious than any Mercedes, Lexus or Land Rover ever. This car has it all and I have checked them all out. It is a supercar in every way.

Favorite Features

Jaguar designing. Supermodel type looks. Exquisite Connolly leather and extensive woodwork combo. 20 inch bbs wheels and Brembo brakes on silverstone. Cats active suspension makes this car a luxury and a sports car extreme in each category. One of a kind.

Suggested Improvements

Not easily recognized... people ask me what it is too often... Not a necessarily bad thing when they mistake it for an Austin Martin db7.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Wonderful xk8

Written by: lashayjag -owner on 12/29/2003

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl 5A)

Review

This is my 6th Jaguar and my second Jag convertible. Jag has really improved since the xjs conv. I love the exterior styling and the AJ-V8 engine.

Favorite Features

EVERYTHING

Suggested Improvements

NONE

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Jaguar XK* Convertible

Written by: mdol722 on 12/07/2003

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl 5A)

Review

This is the best handling vehicle that I have ever driven. The excelleration is supurb and the style is in its own class! A REAL EYE CATHCER AS WELL!!!

Favorite Features

Power top,automatic lights, auto windshield washer, auto steering wheel, too much to list.

Suggested Improvements

???

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Gorgeous Car

Written by: cjaubert on 08/23/2002

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Wonderful looks, great ride, very plush. Only complaint is lack of real comfort. Bottom line: I love this car.

Favorite Features

Looks and smell

Suggested Improvements

Uh, let's see.... Um, er, well, uh....I can't think of anything.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Jag XK8 Great Drive!

Written by: sporter on 04/07/2002

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I LOVE this car. It's even better thanI thought it would be! I bought the car because I've always admired the Jaguar look. I expected that driving the car wouldn't be as great an experience as looking at it. But I was wrong - driving is just as enjoyable! For my money, the Jaguar XK is far and away the best looking (late model) convertible available. For it to be as great to drive (short or long distances) is a bonus that makes the car impossible to beat.

Favorite Features

The look is the best feature. But it's also a state-of-the-art machine. I feel safer in my Jag (even though it's a convertible) than in my other vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

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Lousy Seats

Written by: socalh2oskier on 03/02/2002

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XKR 2dr Coupe (4.0L 8cyl S/C 5A)

Review

Gorgeous car. The engine is smooth and powerful, and the interior is terrific! BUT, the seats are terrible. I would expect seats that are firm but comfortable, with good lower back support and stiff side bolsters to hold you in place around corners. Instead, Jag uses soft, uncomfortable seats that deny a driver the pleasure of experiencing the car's capabilities...Try to going around a corner at anything but granny speed and you'll end up on the other side of the car!

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Suggested Improvements

Take a cue from Porsche, the Corvette, and the NSX and get some seats that are firm, yet comfortable. ford owns Aston Martins...the seats in the Aston are terrific...Jag should borrow from the Aston parts bin...

1 out 3 people found this review helpful

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I took a chance and won!

Written by: Jag Believer on 02/28/2002

Vehicle

2001 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible (4.0L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I never considered the XK8 until my first up close look. Even with the top up, four can fit comfortably, yet snuggly, if you simply adjust the front seats to accommodate the legroom in the back. I got caught in a snowstorm and romped on it to see how it handled and I was quite impressed. You can’t get the wheels to spin unless you deselect traction control. I highly recommend forgetting the rest for anyone wanting a true world class rag top, particularly if a two seater just won’t do.

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1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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