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4.38 out of 5 stars

super V8

chauffeurboy, 10/09/2004
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series Super V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Wow!!! This beauty pulls like a loco. Glides along like silk knickers on a highly polished bonnet.Comfy seats unlike the old model, feels like a Merc, with great handling and much improved suspension. The Sat Nav is the best I've used, just tap in the post code and away you go, and it stays with you if you alter your course, unlike others which demand you to 'U' turn. Lovin'it so far after 500 miles, and I've still got my driving licence! Luck I guess!! My only concern is the build quality, the bodywork feels a bit flimsy...a bit like a coke can..well it is made of aluminium! great for performance, but how would hold up in a smash?

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5 out of 5 stars

Amazing stylish car top quality

Diego from Fl usa. , 03/15/2021
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I bougth my jag vanden plas 2005. 64 k miles one owner from naples Fl. This is a great smooth car to drive amazing response v8 and super comfortable , A great buy among this category 👍👍. Iam surprised !!!! The best jag i ever had. Diego.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Reborn Driver

David T, 03/24/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 L 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

This car has put the fun back in driving for me. What was a chore has become pure pleasure. I jump into my Jaguar at the slightest excuse. On the highway, you set the cruise control, settle into the pilot's seat, & luxuriate. What strikes me after driving high-end Volvos for 25 years (& a TR-6) is the quiet of the cab, the surge of power when needed, & the superb handling. And let's face it: there's no other car in the price range that has such beautiful styling. Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus - especially from a 3/4 view - all look the same. I take pride in owning a classically distinctive motorcar that turns heads, esp'ly mine. Admittedly I've only owned it three months, but I'm still in love.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great car

matthew , 04/29/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

This is one great car to own. It's bizarre how I catch myself driving this car much slower than any previous car I have owned. The reason: I feel like a million bucks driving it, and want to spend as much time behind the wheel as possible.

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5 out of 5 stars

The best Jaguar ever!

Eric, 03/13/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

My first Jaguar was a 1997 XJ6L, bought certified pre-owned. It went to 140,000 miles before any repair problems. This new XJ8 is a better automobile in every way. It retains classic British feng shui with state-of-the art technology. I also own a Mercedes and Cadillac. The Jaguar is simply a superior automobile.

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