Jaguar XK8 Coupe (1996 - 2005) 4.2 Carbon Fibre 2d Auto (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Good taste

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Love it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes I would, so solid and reliable and graet to look at.

What are you likely to buy next?

New model XKR

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£21,500

When did you buy the car?

May 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, dealer took my trade in after a struggle but we met half way with the prices each wanted.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Always loved Jaguar and hankered after an XKR for some years

What was the dealer like?

Excellent, delivered the car right up to Glasgow from Kent and collected my trade in and drove it back.

What's it like to drive?

Well planted, excellent for overtaking lines of traffic.

What's it like to park?

Not too bad but you can't see the front end.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Headlights had condensation in them - replaced under warranty.

What's most practical about your car?

Very comfortable and excellent boot space for going off on holidays and long journeys

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Adaptive Cruise Control - Awesome!