Jaguar 1981 XJS
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    £38K when new, from £7K second hand.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Regular servicing helps, costs rise with higher mileage cars.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice comfortable ride, slightly light steering.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    0-60 in 7.5 seconds on auto, quick car with sporty 4speed gearbox.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Car has been A1 since new, no mechanical issues.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Improving image, a lot of younger people taking an interest now. Future classic.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Lovely interior seats and ride, leaves you feeling refreshed at journey end.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Standard alarm basic, invest in a decent one or a tracker.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Service cost too high now at Main Dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None as low mileage car 35K.

    Other

    Catalyst lambda sensors had to be replaced when car failed emissions, was £800.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes