Jaguar 1981 XJ Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Poor man's executive car with comfort and style.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Can be costly, but not if you shop around; join the Jag enthusiast's club.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Handles superb, no interior sound. Watch your speed on the motorways.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fast top end. Incredible acceleration. A dream to drive.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Had mine over 5 years and spent £300 on repairs - not bad on a car 14 years old. Always starts first time, never let me down.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It always turns heads. People give way. People still comment "you must be loaded to drive a Jag".

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Like sitting in your arm chair, no effort to drive. Always get out after a long journey as if you've just gone around the corner. Cruise control brill on motorways, but mind you don't nod off.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Central locking, immobiliser and Jag alarm.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Any problems always put right.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Window motors, second-had, good £50.

    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