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mike g, 07/02/2010
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
38 of 41 people found this review helpful
The 2005 Vanden Plas XJ8 is the autobahn beater that should be considered by anyone looking to combine luxury with size and power. Jaguar's flagship matches up with the S-Class and the 700 Series very well. Less weight (aluminum) equals speed and agility you would not expect from such a large auto. The additional costs for he German cars can only leave you wondering why would you spend more to get less? Compare the three. The car will sell itself. Tally Ho
Luxury, Performance, Beauty, Value
David T., 05/18/2006
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
I've compared specs with small-block MBs, BMWs, Audis, VWs. The XJ VDP is the roomiest, best ride, highest hp/ton of them all and the best compromise between comfort and sport in the luxury vehicles. It's so quiet and comfortable, yet I can drive it aggressively whenever I need to or want. Rear knee room is huge 'cause the wheelbase is longer than even a Bentley! The riv-bonded aluminum frame is state-of-the-art, so my VDP weighs only about 200 lbs more than my 2000 Firebird. Imagine that! A limo that responds like a sports sedan. My wife loves this car for the comfort and big back seat. All this for much less than the others. This Jag is a very fine automobile.
ABSOLUTELY "THE BOSS"
WARREN STEINMAN, 09/05/2016
updated 03/08/2017
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 L 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I just purchased the almost Identical (2004 XJ8) car for my fiance. Market is still soft so I stole it for $2,900. It runs and looks as good as my first one. (Hers is white.) Purchased 6 months ago with 160k now has 190k. It is smooth, comfortable, quick, agile, frugal (avg hwy 27mpg @75mph). I dropped in a new radio head unit with backup camera, nav, sirius, bluetooth etc. Now it has all the bells and whistles you can get from a newer version. Car looks like new, runs like new and the best part, including the new head unit, - $3950 on the used market. It is by far the best car I have ever owned. My Cadillac SLS was a not so close 2nd. (previous cars - 3 Mercedes, 3 Caddy's , Chrysler 300, Prius + many many more.) right now it is an excellent buyers market for one of the truly superb vehicles you could own and enjoy.
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Dream Coach
Allan Baker, 02/22/2006
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series Super V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Well, it's been a couple of months since I picked up this 'motor coach' -- that's right, it is not just a car, but a true 'motor coach'. Power, speed, quick feet and sure footing! I had a 2002 Mercedes S500, Sport Sedan - - no comparison! That was a mere car! This is something more! The heads turn and they stare when this motor coach is in their presence. This model is not for the shy and certainly not for the small ego! You have to have driving passion and pride to get in and out this joy!
BEST VALUE in the WORLD !!!
Anthony, 07/07/2016
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 L 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
SEXY + GORGEOUS + FAST + RELIBLE !!! NOTHING BETTER as far as VALUE and I have owned and driven EVERYTHING else !!! Anthony, Temecula, SoCal
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