Jaguar 1981 XJ Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Loads of car for the money.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Get a second mortgage if you get real problems.

  • On the road

    Driving

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Beautiful to drive, effortless and quiet.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick for a car that weighs nearly 2 tons!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Excellent engine and box. Subframe cracked and rusty, will get another fitted!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Wonderful on long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    God knows!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never go to a main dealer. They just want to rip you off!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Sweet as a nut! Been modified by Prestige performance.

    Other

    A/C clutch won't engage, but heater and blower works ok.

    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