Jaguar 1981 XJ Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great value second hand. Depreciation works in your favour then.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Tyres expensive if metric ones fitted. Spares easily obtainable and reasonable in price.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Beautiful car to drive. A real 'driver's' car.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Wow. Very good for such a big and heavy car. Avoid the 2.9!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Great engine and gearbox. Electrics are a potential nightmare, especially electric windows, central locking and digital dash module.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great image. Hard to beat.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Leather, wood and lots of toys. Superb!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    So-so. Never had anyone try and steal it. Probably couldn't afford to fill the tank!

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Best to use independant specialists - loads out there.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Bulletproof. Smooth and powerful.

    Other

    Naff electrics and bodywork. You will become proficient at replacing various modules!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes