Jaguar 1981 XJ Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    You get a lot of car for £4k.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Average 20mpg - not bad for a car this size and weight.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Waft factor is supurb, not as well sorted as a 5-Series BMW.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Surprisingly quick, but needs to be kept 'on the boil'.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No real problems in 15,000 miles.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Classy, but now looking dated.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Quiet, cosseting, superb.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Standard alarm system is not Thatcham approved.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only bought parts, but very knowledgable and friendly.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Air con leak and re-pressurised.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes