Used 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Best used car value ever
nate93460, Ashburn, VA, 09/04/2014
Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
47 of 49 people found this review helpful
We purchased this car 2 years ago with just over 90k on the odometer, and couldn't be happier with it. now with over 100k on it it still looks and drives like it just rolled out of the showroom. The leather seats hardly show any wear at all, there aren't any odd squeaks or rattles, everything works exactly as it should. The only thing that may need attention in the future is the headliner, as it is pulling away from it's backing in a couple small patches around the sun visors. not really noticeable unless you look for it. Fast, smooth, nimble, outrageously comfortable, and thus far, exceedingly reliable as well.
Absolute BEST car in it's class
#1 Luxury Sedan , 06/24/2005
Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I recently bought this car after test driving a BMW 750Li, Lexus LS, and a Mercedes S500. Let me tell you, when I test drove my car (05' Vanden Plas) for the first time, it was a great feeling. The V8 is smooth yet very fast.. sounds like a cat growling when accelerating which I love! I think, if you're going to buy an XJ, you simply MUST buy the Vanden Plas. The wood and leather piping alone add SO much to the cars appearance. People do not give Jaguar enough love. This car beats out every other car in its class by far. The steering and suspension are absolutely wonderful. If feels like your floating on air. The GPS Navigation System is the easiest one I've used.
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Great old Barge
Jeremy Bell, The Villages, FL, 02/20/2018
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Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
35 of 37 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle at 123k mi / 15 years old. Its come along way down the Depreciation Curve - from $85k to $6.5k It rides extremely well - its a large comfortable car. The trick (for me) is finding a good long-term previous owner ! Many of these are on a one-way trip to a 'Buy Here/Pay Here' lot... There's an Arab saying : When buying a Camel, look closer at the Seller than the Beast. I've changed the brakes (pads and rotors ) as well as most of the suspension components. Although the body is all aluminum, it's still a large heavy car. OEM Parts are very inexpensive from aftermarket vendors, not from Jaguars Main Dealers.
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mike g, 07/02/2010
Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
39 of 42 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
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.