Used 1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible Consumer Reviews
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Great value, but requires some patience....
remsenburg, Nanuet, NY, 05/05/2011
Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
39 of 39 people found this review helpful
As someone who has owned two other Jaguars, an XJ6 and an XJ8, that were purchased new and kept for 7 or more years and 100k miles, without any problems, I was optimistic that my purchase of a 1999 XK8 in the spring of 2010 would not present any problems. I researched the car and was aware of the timing chain issue (which I replaced immediately on purchase of the car), but I was unprepared for mysterious "check engine" light problems. After several unsuccessful attempts by my repair shop the problem ultimately was the electronic throttle control module (a very expensive part). After replacing the ECM - no problems. All in all still a lot of car for the money!
Worth the headaches
Sutzme, 04/15/2010
Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
48 of 49 people found this review helpful
Bought this gem used with 21K miles on it. Good thing I had an extended warranty. Plenty of electrical problem, traction control fail, antilock brake fail, convertible top lines fractured (not covered), fuel pump fail, starter fail, etc. In spite of all that, this car is just fab. It drives like a dream now that everything is fixed. She is a thing of beauty. I never get tired of starting the engine. She handles so well on the road and is great on the highway (gets 26 mpg believe it or not). These cars have lots of computer glitches. You have to get used to them. Thing you need most is a mechanic you trust who can keep your gem running smoothly. Dealerships are not always the best at this.
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Unreliable
MorMat, 11/13/2003
Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
For sure it is a fun and sexy car to drive and has lots of power. But for the price it is very cheaply built. A lot of things fall apart, there are plenty of electrical problems, overall you always feel what is gonna go wrong and break next. Recently the engine has given me problems. During the last three months my car has be out for service for one and half months. I'll never buy another Jaguar.
The Brits can still make a great car
Richard Hill, 05/20/2005
Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
I had resisted buying another Jaguar since my bad experiences with the XJ models of the 70/80s. However, since Ford has dragged this famous marque into the 21st century, with good quality control & finish, I decided to give the make another go. I have not regretted it for one moment, because this beautiful lady will make you feel 20 years younger without surgery & hours in the gym (as did XKE in the 1960s). The performance & endless power is captivating (forget the nonsense of 0-60 & top speed).The ride is firm, but comfortable & the road holding is like a go-kart. The design team of Jaguar has blended luxury, style, performance & feel good factor in one car, which is hard to beat under $100K.
Jag is a dog
nojags, 05/22/2003
Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Nothing but problems. After 48,000 miles replaced cracked motor mounts, timing chanin and tensioners, ignition coils. Window operation failed. Traction control failed. Various electrical problems