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As good as you can get
Classic Jag-saloon guy, 10/22/2019
1999 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought a 99 XJ8 that was 3 years old at the time and am still driving it everyday, 17 years later. I went to 85K before the valve cover gasket and sparkplug rings needed replacement due to oil seepage misfiring one of the coils. I took the opportunity to replace the tensioners and water pump proactively at the same time, but my cheap plastic tensioners never failed up to the 20th birthday. I also replaced the front main/crankcase gasket. Aside from that, I have replaced the thermostat and one of the ABS wheel sensors. ZF transmission has been untouched for 85K miles. So, yes, I have finally dealt all the typically discussed XJ8 components issues. Now that I have next generation replacements, I am hoping I get another 10 years and really take this automobile into true classic status.
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rainere, 04/15/2013
1999 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I've had my xj8 for about 6 months now and it just got past 1000 miles that I put on since I bought it. What can I say? It's an absolute amazing car, just got in a wreck with a Jeep and held up like a champ, I felt completely safe and secure in that car and believe me the same can't be said for the Jeep. The car is a tank, I love it, it's peppy and fast and sexy on the inside. So happy with the results of my purchase. I'm sad that the car was hit, but she is being repaired by the best shop I know specializing in British imports. Love my car, she's the best. Never getting rid of her.
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My Priceless Vanden Plas
Dodson's, 01/20/2006
1999 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
We absolutely love this car. We have had it for over 6 years now, and besides for a leaking water pump that was replaced under warranty, it has been an excellent car. The ride is second to none, and what more can someone say about the Rolls Royce interior... doesn't get much better. We have since purchase a BMW 7 series, and although this is a nice car, it is no where near as reliable as her Kitty, and both my wife and I still prefer the Vanden Plas ride. It's amazing after 6 years, and 85,000 miles this car still grabs attention everywhere we go... and that the car with just regular maintenance and detailing still looks and drives like the day we drove it off the lot!
Overheating Issue, but still Bulletproof
Mikefrom Orlando, 12/12/2002
1999 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My 99 XJ8 at 51000 just had its first issue, which is the only know problem for this vehicle to occur..Overheating...My XJ8 at 51000 had a defective themostat which my extended warranty paid full for. The water pump was recommended to be replaced as well, as Jaguar did redesign both parts. I recommend you get both changed to the new design, just in case....Other than that, its a Bulletproof engine and I'm very pleased....still get head turns like just a few vehicles can do:)
Best Jag Yet
Howells, 04/07/2003
1999 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is the second Jag we have owned and can honestly say the best. In fact we still own the first, 1989 XJ6, though they are reported to have a few problems, we have been spared. Another nice thing about the Jag is that it is distinctive in appearance. If you want to reward your hard efforts of life and not be a "me too-er", the Jag is the way to go.