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Dream Comes True
happy girl, 10/08/2007
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 L 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The XJ was always a car I dreamed of owning, fell in love with the wooden dash and steering wheel back in the day. I love that I have this car but it scares me. I read lots of reviews before purchasing and felt confident in purchasing the '05 XJ8L. We started hearing a creaking noise overhead; it is now in the shop having the alumunium panels reglued, how scary is that. I have been reassured that this is minor but it sounds serious. Still in love and missing my car!
Third Time is the Charm
Dr J Rapp, 03/09/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Three weeks ago I took delivery of My XJ8. I had previously owned a 2002 X type which was so poorly built it made me (a grown man) want to cry. I then was foolish enough to go for an 04 X type on the word of the dealer that the car had been radically improved, which it was, but still shy of acceptable for a "premium" automobile, even an entry level one.I managed to convince myself that I had bought the wrong Jag and traded the X for a very svelt looking new XJ in Midnight Metalic Black. All I can say is that the XJ is a truely wonderful automobile in all respects. Day by day it continues to surprise me with it's comfort, cat like agility, outright speed and overall grace.
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New XJ is great
ken, 05/26/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 L 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the best XJ yet. I have been a fan of Jaguars for many years. I have driven older ones from the 80's and 90's but they do not compare to the room, handling and power of the new XJ. They really have a great car especially with the new technology in the automatic suspension and the aluminum body and frame. The car is light and fast.
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R. Anapolsky, 03/22/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a wonderful automobile to drive. I can say without question it is the best auto that I have owned and driven in my nearly 50 years of driving.
Jaguar XJ8
Steven Bragg, 03/12/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
My 2004 XJ8 is a quality luxury automobile which handles like a dream. It gets the best fuel economy in its class, with 18 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. It has a plush interior with leather and real wood trim, telescoping and electronic tilting steering, rain-sensing wipers, rear collision avoidance radar, electronically adjustable pedals, and many other luxury accessories and features. The styling is elegant. The over-all body length is shorter than previous models, but the wheel base is longer: giving it better handling than previous models. The weight of the vehicle is about 1,000 pounds less than previous models of XJ series, resulting in better fuel economy.
I love my Jag
John, 11/10/2010
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 L 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 18 people found this review helpful
I have been an owner of Audi A8 and Merc CLS AMG. And I must say they both do their thing very well - separately. My AMG is wickedly fast, the A8 comfortable. But my Jag is the only car so far that does all these things well - in one handsome package. The surprise bonus is the economy; it runs more frugally than my previous A6! The aluminum frame is light and nimble, making this a fun car to drive actually. Its handling is not far off than the AMG, yet it's backseats are much more spacious. Awesome!
I'm a believer
DrJRapp, 03/24/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After having two X Type Jaguars which I found to be nothing special, I took the plung and bought the big cat. I'm so glad I did, this is without a doubt the best car I've ever owned. Each day I discover new things to love about it. Most amazingly, it's big and it's quick and still gives me 22 MPG average (and I'm not a light foot).
Better than a Lexus
dj, 07/11/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We purchased an XJ8 for my wife two weeks ago and do far, I have been awed by everything about it. I wanted to purchase the new Lexus GS430, primarily based upon build quality and reliability reputation. The Lexus has nothing on the XJ8 in those areas. Plus, it has similar acceleration, a MUCH better ride, excellent handling and better MPG. So far in a combination of 50% city and 50% highway (usually at 75mph or better), it's averaging 27 MPG! I actually prefer the ergonomics of the Jag to the Lexus. In addition, our experience with the local Jaguar dealer has been on par with Lexus' vaulted reputation.
Excellent ride surprisingly sporty
Wendy, 02/03/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Excellent ride, strong V8 and smooth transmission. More engine noise at high speed than S-class. Interior design and comfort is superb.
IAM SOLD
Ronnie, 08/17/2005
2005 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 L 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Iam sold to Jaguar for now on. I first walked into the dealership telling myself that I wanted to purchase an S-Type but I took one look at the XJ and completely changed my mind. The take off is awesome. Its way faster than my Mercedes S430. I love the low sports car feeling when I sit down in the front seats. The car gives you a low feeling with high doors and a high center counsel. The wood and leather are top notch and I love the carpet feeling of the headliner and pillars instead of that cheap threaded cloth that Mercedes uses. Jaguar also updated this car with more hightech gadgets but didnt overdo it like BMW and Audi.