Jaguar XJS 5.3 V12 2d Auto (1989/F) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
V12 for supermini money, what more do you want? Unless you have to have a 'classic' shape V12 (I did) by a later 4litre, it's a better car.
Costs
Oh dear. It's an old, complicated car. Buy with your eyes open and live with it. (and have something cheap to drive to work).
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On the road
Driving
Very comfortable, very fast and surprisingly agile round corners.
Performance
Sublime.
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Living with it
Reliability
Depends, the engine/gearbox etc are strong, the electrics less so and the body will corrode if mistreated. probably not as good as a contempary Mercedes/Porsche.
Image
I love it, some don't. Can't wait to go to LeMans in it.
Comfort
Rides exceptionally well but also corners with precision. An unexpected delight. (also it's eerily quiet inside, which is very relaxing).
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Security and Service
Security
Poor for what was a very expensive car. Mine has an alarm.
Service
I would use a specialist if I were you.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
I managed to foul the plugs driving it short distances. oops.
Other
Climate control attempts to freeze me to death every time I turn the heater on, rear windscreen heater not working.
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