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Bad cat, worst pick of the litter
mad lawyer, 10/14/2010
2001 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
I've owned many luxury cars, all American, hence I never had a jag before. Bought this one used because it was just so pretty sitting on the lot. From day one, I've had nothing but extremely expensive repair bills from the most wide variety of areas, including, windows, sun roof, shocks, transmission, wheel bearings and finally the engine. In just over 3 years I spent over $10k on repairs, including $3500 for trans., and now they want $7k for a new engine, as I was stranded out on a quiet freeway in a corn field when the engine died last month. I would never recommend this vehicle.
finally got one!
New Jag Guy, 04/01/2003
2001 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
The thing looks like it's doing a hundred just sitting at the curb, and it definitely stands out in a sea of bubble cars. Soaks up the bumps better than even old Detroit sedans did, and yet is really a fine road car in the twists and turns. The reviewers like to say the XJ doesn't communicate with you like the German sedans. They're wrong. Seating position is great...you sit low, just like in an old sports car to really get that sensation of speed. Though regular XJ8's are cramped, the VDP is not. Definitely the way to go. Don't get this car if you want to go around town anonymously!
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HJF 2, 09/17/2003
2001 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I leased my car, knowing I would purchase after 2 years. The car looks great and rides perfect. It uses a great deal of oil. (1 qt every 800 miles) The dealer says it is normal.The mechanis say the xj8 engine has serious problems with the breather system. Engines are being replaced in the XK S (an option) as well as XJ8.I decided not to keep it, my independant mechanic said don't buy it, it will get worse. I am very disappointed with Jaguar, I still like the car, not the engine.
I Love It!
kewt, 10/30/2008
2001 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used with 30,000 miles on it. It has been wonderful. We haven't had a moment's trouble with it. We took a six-week cross-country trip in it and it couldn't have been more comfortable. We average about 27 MPG on the highway and anywhere from 12 to 16 in town. It's also a real head-turner. Lots of fun! I would recommend this car in a heartbeat.
Jag Addiction
lyleseven, 03/19/2004
2001 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
this has been a fabulous car. Absolutely no problems other than a front end alignment which the dealer covered under warranty and replaced front tires at no charge. The Pirelli P6000s wear out within 20k miles but they handle and ride beautifully. if you can afford this car why complain about a $125 tire? Gas mileage has been consistently 16+ around town. Everything works. Compared to my 87 XJ this is heaven....