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Used 1997 Jaguar XJ-Series

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1997 Jaguar XJ-Series
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1997 Highlights

The 1997 XJ-Series loses the V12 model that has been a mainstay of the Jaguar lineup for so many years. A long-wheelbase model becomes available this year, filling a niche between the XJ6 and the Vanden Plas. All models receive a contoured bench seat and three-point seatbelts for rear occupants. The XJ6 replaces last year's chrome-vane grille with a black-vane grille, and the convenience group becomes optional on this model.

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Pros

  • Beautiful lines, a luxurious interior, Jaguar prestige, and exceptional passenger comfort.

Cons

  • Quirky interior makes it difficult to reach some controls.
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Features & Specs

Vanden Plas 4dr SedanXJ6 L 4dr SedanXJ6 4dr Sedan
MPG181818
SeatingN/AN/AN/A
Transmission4-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Fuelgasgasgas
Horsepower245 hp @ 4800 rpm245 hp @ 4800 rpm245 hp @ 4800 rpm
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Best thing from Jaguar ever
When I bought my 1997 VP, it had 96,000 on it. Purchase price from a dealer was right around $6,000 - don't ask why they go so cheap, I think American buyers have been so scared by previously poorly built Jags that cost tons to repair that only daring souls (like me) buy these things. What can I say, this particular model is simply exceptional - as long as you follow the maintenance schedule! Find a neighborhood mechanic confident enough to work on general repair, and replace all belts, fluids and other aging parts, they are very reasonable if bought from rockauto.com .
165,000 miles
I had always wanted a jag, and I finally got one. It has 165,000 miles and it still runs great. One of the factors in buying such a high mile car was the straight 6. It seems to me that most of the old jags still on the road are xj6s. I love to drive this car more than any I've owned. Buying such a car is not without some troubles, it needed an alternator.
Very Satisfied
I did a lot of research and it all pointed to the 1995-1997 XJ6. Being in the car industry and never having owned a Jaguar before, I talked to as many foreign car mechanics and Jaguar owners as possible. I bought the 1997 XJ6L with 97000 miles and had it checked out. The mechanic said it was excellent. My wife, who has had 3 new mercedes benz in a row, drives it and loves it. No more high payments, a paid for jaguar is the way to go. it's roomy, comfortable, drives smooth and looks great. It get more compliments than on our last 3 mercedes. We are very satisfied.
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Used 1997 Jaguar XJ-Series Overview

The Used 1997 Jaguar XJ-Series is offered in the following submodels: . Available styles include Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan, XJ6 L 4dr Sedan, and XJ6 4dr Sedan.

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