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I'm Too Sexy ...
Tony Heat, 09/19/2002
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
2nd owner; bought w/60k miles; orig owner had suspension converted; was in immaculate condition! It now has 130k miles but starting to blow oil smoke. Also, I can't seem to keep (1) tires in camber and (2) A/C charged with freon. Have spent about $2k in repair work in last 6 years.
Great luxomobile, still turns heads
KWolford, 07/15/2002
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Sovereign 4dr Sedan
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
large enough, still quiet and powerfull, reasonable economy BUT needs premium fuel. The steering died and needed BOTH pump and rack, replaced at 120 K miles for about $900 with rebuilt parts. Everything else still works, no other reliability problems. It drives nice and turns heads, elegant car and rarer thna your average neibour's Benz or BMW.
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Mine's a 1990 XJ12 Vanden Plas - Not listed here but....
tojoso, 05/29/2014
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Vanden Majestic 4dr Sedan
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
I have an XJ12 Vanden Plas 4 dr 12 cyl that is hard to find reviews for so I thought I'd post mine in it's little brother's area. This Car is AMAZING. Not only is it of superb comfort and style but the darn thing is bulletproof. It cruises along at 60 - 70 mph without effort and feels more like you're in first class seating on an aircraft. Everything is situated perfectly for comfort and access.
Great exotic Grand Tourer
Rick, 04/15/2006
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS 2dr Convertible
12 of 15 people found this review helpful
The XJS convertible is an awesome car, its supercar V-12 is unlike any other. It produces a sound better than a Ferrari's V-12 and can keep up with one too. Would recommend this car to anyone, especially since preowned prices are low. Great ownership experience never had to take to shop other than scheduled maintenance. Very much like an Aston Martin from the same period; a fast, sophisticated, luxurious, beautiful (inside and out) British GT.
Good, but not great
felipeart, 05/29/2008
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Sovereign 4dr Sedan
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Have had my XJ6 Sovereign for 6 years now. A great entry model into Jaguar driving, but get as late a model as possible, 1990 on up or later. Don't get 1989 or lower. If possible get a 1995 or later.
Smooth Rider
soccadad, 10/01/2006
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS 2dr Coupe
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I paid $3K for this car via a friend in the Jaguar business. It was a single owner car with 35K miles. The gel coat was bad, plus I immediately spent another $3K on brakes (a full rear end job is very expensive on any XJS model prior to 95), and it's been worth every penny. I'm about to splash out on a paint job, because I love the old fashioned style of the car, and this one has chrome wire wheels as well. I may have had about 10 Jags, including 3 XJSs, 3 XJ12s, and an XJR (8) and my wife has a 2005 S-Type with all the "bells and whistles", and I think I am enjoying this as much as any, even the XJR. Don't let the low initial cost fool you though. It's not a cheap car to own.
AN AWESOME BUY!
MOUTHPCE, 09/28/2003
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
ANY MONEY PUT INTO MAINTENANCE IS EASILY OFFSET BY THE LOW PURCHASE PRICE. IMAGINE A TRUE EXOTIC FOR ABOUT 5K...WOW! PARTS ARE READILY AVAILABLE...YOU CAN JUSTIFY ANOTHER 5K IN REPAIRS,IF NECESSARY, AND STILL BE AHEAD OF THE MOB. THE V-12 IS A SCREAMER...PURE JAG AL THE WAY FOR A RIDICULOUS PRICE! GO ONLINE TO "JKAG-LOVERS" AND KIRBY PALM'S ONLINE HOW-TO MANUAL IS A GREAT DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE TO REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE.
1990 JAGUAR XJ6 2 owner
Charles Snead, 03/14/2016
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Sovereign 4dr Sedan
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
It was a top of the line in it's day. It still has the style and beauty that cause people to stop us and ask questions about the make, model and year. Their response is always about what a great looking vehicle it is and how much they appreciate the quality that went into the manufacture of those vehicles.
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first love
Alero, 09/19/2004
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Sovereign 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have always admired these cats on the street and I decided to take the plunge on an older XJ6, 1990. quite frankly I was scared but since then my fears are gone. This is a great car and it rules the highway. One has to remember that the car is after all 15 years old and therefore some things will need taking care of but the engine and major components on this baby are just puuuurrriiing.
I loved my XJ6 Soveriegn so much I bought TWO!
jagstimestwo, 03/20/2013
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Sovereign 4dr Sedan
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Well always wanted a Jag, just had to have one and finally last year I bought my first jag 1990 Soveriegn and I love it! Loved it so much that 6 mos later we bought at 1992 XJ6 that is exactly the same inside and out as the 1990, Twins! Yes these cars are not for the faint of heart or wallet. We are lucky to have someone who loves jags and knows how to fix them and knows his way around the junkyard for those hard to find parts! These cars are a labor of love, if you don't love your jags, then don't buy one, cause they can drive you crazy with the maintenance and issues, but when they run its a blast to drive and show! "cats gotta run"
XJ HEAVEN
Stever, 07/10/2003
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had this vehicle for 6 months and it is the best riding car I have owned. I just had it painted and it now looks like a brand new $70,000 Jag. I believe it is the best value/price of any used car. It is a joy to drive and a joy to look at! If you can find one that is well maintined and relible for a decent price 3-6K jump on it!
Excellent Buy
samwhite, 08/25/2003
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
These cars are a steal at 5 to 6K. You get so much luxury for the price and 1990 and above are trouble free.
Used Jag - bad idea
aklein18, 10/28/2002
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Sovereign 4dr Sedan
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
I let the low price tag fool me. This car cost me a lot of money. It looked and drove like a new car. But after all was said and done, I would have been better off leasing a new one. (not that I could have afforded that either)
Inexpensive Introduction
Barry Carter, 07/11/2005
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car from it's second owner in Dayton, Ohio in '04. It drove like a dream all the way to Dallas. It rained across OH, WVA, VA, TN, & AR. IT got warm in TX. Since then I have replaced the AC compressor, headliner, rack & pinion bushings, some PS hoses, had a brake job, repaired both rear door handles, and tinted the windows. There is some minor body rust to repair. I'd also like to replace the Blauplunkt w/ an original radio. I'm trying to find OEM wheels to replace the current alloys w/ plastic Jag caps. If you are patient and want a great daily driver that doesn't look like everything else on the road, this one was affordable. Which makes restoring it less painful.
bad buy ,a lemon
joe montainia, 11/25/2002
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this car breaks on me all the time. its has costed me a fortune i advise donot buy this car. i strongly suggest mercedes-benz products and lexus. lexus got the highest rating of preowned vehicles by jd power. over all its a bad buy and if you have the money to keep on fixing it then so be it.
Looks great in the garage
moleary, 12/31/2002
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car required three transmissions (albeit covered under warranty)within its intitial 1,600 miles. It seems as though it's had just about every part replaced by 65,000. When it runs, it runs great--but I won't take it anywhere out of town. Thankfully, I've been able to afford a second car throughout twelve years of ownership.
Pleasure to drive
E J Clout, 06/23/2008
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS 2dr Convertible
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
My pride and joy. A great roadster. Plan on buying a hardtop XJS. These are great world class autos.
Must have gotten a good one
Goliath, 04/09/2003
1990 Jaguar XJ-Series XJS 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had little or no problems with my Jag. I have put over 35000 miles and only had to replace a starter relay. I just love this car.