Jaguar 1981 XJ Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Depreciation leaves used Jags as cheap as chips.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Yeah well... it's a 4 litre Jag. What did you expect?

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Even after 140k miles, drives like a dream.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    If you can afford the fuel, she has all the speed you need.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Lots of annoying electrical gadget failures. Engine / gearbox etc are no problem.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Great... if you accept that you're an old git.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Legroom in the back not ideal... but who wants to sit in the back?

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    You'll need to beef up the systems if you ever want to park it in a dodgy area.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    My local dealer are polite, but less interested in a 12 year old car.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Make sure you keep an eye on all lubrication and hydraulic oils.

    Other

    Stereo/speakers poor. Find a good electrical outfit for the gadgets (and then give me their number).

    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