Jaguar XJ Saloon (2003 - 2009) XJ8 3.5 V8 Sport 4d Auto (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Discerning?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They really like it
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - as a used car they are an absolute bargain. Car had done 98,000 miles when I bought it - but inside and out it was like new - one of my friends even thought it was new! Also reasonably economical - even though its a petrol V8 it still averages 29mpg.
What are you likely to buy next?
Either the diesel XJ - or maybe even the XJR??
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,995
When did you buy the car?
April 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes - car in excellent condition with full Jaguar service history + built in Satnav + cream leather sports seats etc etc
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed a comfortable car to cover long distances
What was the dealer like?
Very friendly and reasonable
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Superb - very smooth and refined and enjoyable - for both driver and passengers
What's it like to park?
Big car - but front and rear sensors help a lot
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Had bonnet switch replaced as alarm going off intermitently - otherwise faultless.
What's most practical about your car?
Its very comfortable and seats can be adjusted for the perfect driving position
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Electrically adjustable pedals
