Jaguar 1981 XJ Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Managed to find one for £1,000 - superb value.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have your credit card ready! I can manage around 25 mpg on a run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb, effortless - almost drives itself.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Could be a little more powerful for its weight, but can still outperform most hot hatches at the lights.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No worries apart from the gearbox.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very noticeable - the first thing people mention when I train them.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfortable, very cosy - almost yearning for a traffic jam!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have not experienced a break-in.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Very sound - extremely strong.

    Other

    Watch and be very wary of the catalyst - listen carefully.

    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