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Champagne motoring for fish 'n chips money.
rick161, 05/07/2015
updated 05/21/2018
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Coupe
102 of 103 people found this review helpful
My '99 XK8 convertible is my dream car, after 40 years of Jags, BMWs, Mercedes, etc. The key to happy motoring with these cars is 1) inform yourself about the issues, mainly the 4.0 liter's needs re upgraded timing chains, tensioners & water pump, and 2) have a local Jaguar specialist (not dealer) who can bring them up to standard & maintain them there. My XK8 cost me $5800 in 2015 with perfect body & interior, no accidents and with the engine upgrades already done & convertible top hydraulic lines replaced. After new tires, shocks, motor mounts, front brakes, mass airflow meter, valve cover gaskets, plugs & filters, she now runs & drives like new for a total all-in price of around $11k. I couldn't be happier. UPDATE: 15 months into ownership of my '99, I've spent very little on the car except for oil & gas. Classic/specialty auto insurance (Hagerty) has reduced the cost of comprehensive insurance to less than $400 annually on an agreed value of $15k. Costs since the initial review have been limited to a new Jaguar ignition coil ($128) & professionally repainting the front & rear bumpers (approx. $600), a project I intended since purchase. There have been no other costs; everything works great on the car & it runs & drives beautifully. I still marvel at how much car you get with the XK8, compared with much more expensive GTs like an Aston Martin DB7 or (especially now) Porsche 911. It took nearly 20 years for the XK8's predecessor, the XJS, to begin to appreciate in value, so it will be awhile before XK8 values start climbing. In the meantime, buy the best accident-free XK8 you can afford, have a local Jaguar specialist maintain/service it, and take care of it like it deserves. Great value, great motoring, great experience. UPDATE (5/16/17): 30 months in & still loving my XK8 - she's a keeper. A few months ago, I decided to fix some miscellaneous leaks (oil, coolant), a part of owning any British car. My local Jag specialist replaced the coolant bypass hose, water distribution pipe & thermostat housing, plus some o-rings & the coolant cap. The shop also replaced the oil pan gasket & drain plug. The fixes weren't cheap but they worked. Costs: parts ($321.32) & labor ($284.20) totaled $624.80 w. tax. The car is now approaching 130k mi. & drives as sweet as ever. I'm planning some road trips for the summer, including a couple of British car shows. The body & paint is excellent, the black leather interior has that aromatic richness of Connolly leather that I love, and the power top, AC & electricals all work perfectly. It's still a few more years before XK8s start their upswing in value as a modern classic, so find a good 'un now while they're cheap & enjoy! UPDATE (5/17/18): Quick update on my XK8 after 3+ years of ownership - she still looks great, comes out of the garage on sunny days, and runs like a top. No issues at all during the last year - I've added about 2000 miles since the last update. Hard to believe my XK8 is approaching 20 years old, but it's true. I sometimes get a yen to sell it & get something else, but what would take its place? A drive in the country, top up or down, is all it takes to remind me what a great car it really is. She's a keeper.
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Great value, but requires some patience....
remsenburg, 05/05/2011
1999 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!
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Worth the headaches
Sutzme, 04/15/2010
1999 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.
5 Years Old and Still Purrs Like a Kitten
jagboi, 02/03/2005
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
All you can say is the design is now 8 years old, and it's still one of the best looking cars on the road today. I've only had the car for a year and a half, but have been very pleased with it. The performance, handling, build quality, and reliability are all exceptional. I don't typically keep cars for more than a year, but I'm making an exception with this one. Just can't seem to find another one that I think has better styling.
Unreliable
MorMat, 11/13/2003
1999 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
1999 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
1999 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
The Diamond in the Dirt
Smith, 02/13/2016
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Coupe
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
Gotta love a "Sports car" with rear seats. I own a 2000 XK8 and let me just say, these cars are even more stunning in person and the coupes are in a league of their own look-wise, even by today standards. As long as you work out the few little problems the earlier models 97-00 had before they go wrong, in specific, having the cam tensioners upgraded to aluminum which shouldn't cost more than $1k installed or just buying a newer model 01-06, then these cars have have pretty decent reliability. At least more so than Jaguars reputation of the 80's would suggest, before Ford took over things in I want to say '89? Either way, if your reading this and end up getting one, just be prepared for all the compliments it's going to get. Also jokes aside, it's not technically a sports car because of the rear seats but if you have kids or people to haul, the rear seat really are next to usless.
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A great old girl
Markas, 10/11/2007
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have a friend who owned this car and was moving out of the country and couldn't take it. I have been salivating over it for some time, so buying it was a no-brainer. I haven't owned a convertible before, so it has been a delight driving around topless this summer. The interior is comfortable, but those back seats are a bit silly. The acceleration is good and the hum of the engine is delightful. I've had quite a few people ask me about the car at stoplights and stop signs. What a fun car to drive.
Reality
greyfox, 08/13/2007
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
Great looking but no real substance. At 65000 miles, I have repaired timing chain guides, motor mounts, tilt wheel electronics, door lock electronics, memory seat electronics, Mass Air flow meter, throttle body module, fuel pump, fuel regulator, plugs and it still is a big question mark. Can shut down in traffic. No notice. Can be hard to start up with shaking for 2 minutes. Shows failures but the computer reads unrelated problems which if fixed would not make any difference. Intermittent ability to start up. Sometimes seems like no starter connected.
Beautiful Car (But maintenance can be expensive)
Natty1, 07/27/2016
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Coupe
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I own a 2000 XK8 Coupe. Mint condition inside and out! Absolute head turner every where I go! Now a few things about this car that I have to share. XK8 rear view mirrors had a bad leaking issue(dimmer problems cause foggy appearance) And I really don't trust anyone in St. Louis to work on my XK8 but the dealer..And the Dealer isn't cheap. But overall its a sleek ride that very very smooth:-)
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So-So car
tomeyeman, 06/08/2011
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
27 of 30 people found this review helpful
I traded a 98 Porsche Boxster for a 99 Jaguar XK8 a few years ago.son I did it was to have a back seat for my kids to ride. Unfortunately the back seat is so small only kids under 5 can fit. Exterior: No complaints. It's a sleek, nice design. Interior: Extremely difficult to enter/exit but once inside is comfortable . The wood interior is nice but the rest is cheap, easily breakable plastic. Mechanical: The well-known cheaply-made plastic timing chain tensioners should have been replaced on all the XK under warranty. Overall by no means a luxury car. Then again, I'm comparing it to an LS Lexus.
Gorgeous, true head-turner!
Evan W., 06/21/2009
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Coupe
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
I've owned 4 cars (3 Jaguars) and this XK8 has been my best one so far. It has 70k miles currently and runs very smoothly. The driving dynamics are very luxurious and the exterior and interior are nothing short of beautiful; the coupe gets a lot of looks and head-turns. The power is ample and the torque is nice and low RPM. The real power comes in once you're at about 40mph and slam on the gas, all the while it feels smooth, linear, and effortless. Had one problem with the cooling system (was a common problem) and cost me $500; I have had no problems since then aside from a malfunctioning CD changer. Beautiful car that, if well maintained, is absolutely timeless!
Pretty good car
JZL, 03/03/2005
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Overall good car. It's a kick to drive and it looks great. Put Pirelli tires on it and it really handles. Car was reliable until about 75,000 miles. After that, transmission and instrument pack had to be replaced. Car also jumped timing and timing chain needed to be repaired. Premature in my book. Make sure you purchase the extended warranty. It's worth its weight in gold!
Great Car for the Money
wbouton, 05/03/2005
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
When I say money, I don't mean original sticker price, but rather the purchase price of one that is a few years old. Prices drop like a rock on both the XJs and the XKs. The other XJs that I've owned (95' and up) have been dead reliable (one with 186k miles) and we are hoping that the same can be said of this XK, since they share a lot of parts. Much better built car than my Porsche 968 and mostly just as much fun, even without a manual transmission. Old XJS platform has some cowl shake, but it's pretty much kept under control. It's a very nice car to drive to work everyday or take on weekend trips. Luggage space, mileage and noise isolation are decent for a convertible.
Mixed feelings
One more thought, 03/27/2008
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I love the looks and the ride is exceptional for a sports car. Long trips are no problem, the car is easy to drive and very responsive on the highway. It could use more low end torch, and the transmission is a concern sense it is a closed system, unable to change any fluids. I had to change motor mounts and the safety monitoring system for the transmission is very touchy. The vehicle brakes very well and stability is exceptional.
Great bang for your buck
allen/kym, 11/24/2009
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
19 of 23 people found this review helpful
I just bought my Jag Xk8 convertible a few months ago. It is black on black with chrome wheels. The car gets plenty of looks. People cannot tell what year or what I paid for this baby. The car is beautiful to look at in motion or while sitting still. Under the hood is a monster. the car has power the run a quarter mile when needed. In short, just buy it. You treat the car good, and she'll treat you real nice.
Georgious to look at fun to drive
Atlanta, 05/08/2003
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my ’99 XK8 used with about 30,000 miles on it and have been happy with it. While not in the same category of vehicle, my decision came down to a BMW540 or the XK8.
A Great Car without problems
stan kase, 06/29/2003
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The appearance still turns heads even though the design has been on the road for seven years. Mechanically no problems . Even my knew Mercedes has given me more problems in 1 year of ownership.
Sammy
Annette LeClair, 10/10/2002
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car drives like the dream it looks like... it handles like butter oozing on a hot griddle! It hugs and responds with a light touch on the wheel, yet feels solid and tight in the suspension.
wants to run
Clayhunter, 11/29/2002
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is a great driving/touring car. Suspension is stiff and responsive but not harsh - more civilized (no kidney damage) than Porsche. Engine/tranny very powerful and smooth. Very well appointed and handsome interior that could use some ergonomic attention. Expensive new, they depreciate quickly and become a much better value as they age.
Love everything about this beautiful car
D.G.W., 08/07/2004
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I hate to part with this car as I really do love everthing about it. I have had no trouble with it and I love to drive it. Also , everywhere I go I get complements on it's beauty; however my age tells me that I need a different kind of a car.
Reliable...but
California man, 05/14/2004
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
It is a fun car to drive I even had a police officer stop me to admire the car, honestly no ticket. I had the engine replaced at 34,000 miles because of no oil. I don't know if the servicing dealer didn't put in enough or why or how it lost it. It was covered under warranty after a fight with Jag reps. What I did find out is the gauges are not reliable because prior to dying, the engine temp and oil pressure guages all said normal nor were there any red lights lite on the dash.
Favorite Car
Chadwick, 05/17/2005
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
I decided to take a chance on a Jaguar and it is by far the best car I have ever owned. Not only is it beautiful to look at, it is responsive and a joy to drive. Select the sport function and this baby is a rocket. As fun to drive as my 911, but in a different way. A real head turner!
Awesome styling and performance
Pletzman, 05/13/2003
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
There is only one Jaguar experience and the XK8 Convertible is it. Inpired by the XKE design, the XK8 Convertible offers quantum improvements in every mechanical and electrical area as well as superb fit and finish. Timeless British Jaguar styling and road feel give this Euorpean touring sports convertible a permanent place in the pantheon of classic automobiles. So far, I have experienced no mechanical problems. I would be remiss if I did not point out that the XK8 Convertible is also a remarkable babe magnet.
Stay away
ex-fan, 05/02/2008
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Coupe
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
After 80,000 miles, the timing chains came off. The engine was destroyed. And the warranty had expired. Jaguar must have known about this issue -- the issue has been widely written about by other owners on the internet and my dealership stated that chains typically come loose between 80,000 and 100,000 (but a small oil leak usually leads to a repair before all timing chains come off). But no one warned me. Not Jaguar, and not my dealership. Don't be a fool. Don't buy junk.
Best looking car made in 2000!
Scott, 05/06/2006
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
9 of 15 people found this review helpful
Always wanted an XK but was afraid of Jaguar quality. The 98 and 99 had pretty good reviews so I took the chance on a low mile 2000. Great vehicle!!! Very few issues and way fun to drive.
Venerable old lady
Shirl, 02/07/2022
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love my car . She is a beautiful and stately old lady and I will love her for ever.
convertibel fun
don30, 06/06/2002
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Absolutely no problems. Not your 'fathers' Jag. Fun to drive gets plenty of looks. Needs a 'tip-tronic' type of transmission to really have fun
This is really for my 1999 xk8, but not a choice
Troy LL, 01/17/2019
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car. It is great all around, and makes me feel pretty special driving it.
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Don't get a Lemon!
donnyb, 01/08/2003
2000 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
6 of 24 people found this review helpful
Car in the shop for a total of 2.5 months in the first three years (every third month the car is in the shop). Poor electrical system and poor support. WOULD NOT BUY AGAIN...!!!
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David S, 04/09/2022
1999 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Compared to other convertibles I have owned, quiet with top up. Warm winter car should you need year round. Rides comfortable but excellent handling. Women love the car. Has beautiful metallic paint. Good gas mileage. Tight car. Solid.
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