Jaguar 1981 XJ Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    You could by three of these luxury cars. Or one new Fiesta!

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    You can almost hear the fuel flowing when you press down on the accelerator!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Silky smooth, but slow down for the corners. Especially in the wet.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Unbelievable! Plant your foot and hang on. From 60 - 120 very quickly.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Had a few problems. Prey the starter holds out. You will either have to strip the engine, or drop the gearbox to get to it. Loads of stupid electronics which throw up worrying lights on the dash!

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It changes peoples' view when you cruise past at 120.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Pure luxury. The grey leather is still soft. And the interior is still classy, even by today's standards.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Easy to break into. But I don't think joyriders know how quick they go. I had to get an immobiliser for the insurance.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Lots of dash lights to give out.

    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