Is a 2004 Jaguar XJ8 a good car?

As bad as the xj6 was, that’show good the XJ8 is! Style, elegance, class, performance this car has got it all. Repairs can be pricey so thank goodness they have been few. This is a most reliable ride and it never fails to turn heads wherever I go.

What is Jaguar Vanden Plas?

Vanden Plas is the name of coachbuilders who produced bodies for specialist and up-market automobile manufacturers. Latterly the name became a top-end luxury model designation for cars from subsidiaries of British Leyland and the Rover Group, last used in 2009 to denote the top-luxury version of the Jaguar XJ (X350).

Are 2004 Jaguars reliable?

it is really reliable, haven’t had a problem yet with it and has just been running really smoothly and really fast too. Rating breakdown (out of 5): Comfort 5.0. Interior design 5.0.

What is the value of a 2004 Jaguar xj8?

The value of a used 2004 Jaguar XJ-Series ranges from $1,200 to $8,757, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options. Get a free appraisal here.

How many miles does a jaguar get?

The Jaguar usually last with 125,000 or 150,000 miles can be a good investment, since you’re likely to clear 200,000 miles or more.

What engine is in the 2004 XJ8?

4.2 L V8
2004 Jaguar XJ8/Engine

How much did you pay for your 2008 XJ Vanden Plas?

UPDATE AS OF 7/2019: In July 2019 I purchased a 2008 XJ Vanden Plas from a dealer in Palm Springs. Car had 29k miles and I paid $17.8k for a car that originally sold for $84k at Desert European Jaguar in Rancho Mirage.

Is the 2004 Jaguar XJ Series a good car to buy?

Although the exterior styling may look familiar, Jaguar’s historic sales leader, the XJ, has been completely redesigned for 2004. Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Jaguar XJ-Series. I have now owned my 2004 XJ8 for 9 years. It has proved to be a very satisfying car to drive and to own.

Will the Jaguar XJ8 become a modern classic?

The 2004-2009 Jaguar XJ8 (350) are the last, repeat last, of the traditional Jaguars in terms of styling and traditional luxury interiors. I’m convinced these cars will or are becoming modern classics.

What kind of suspension does a Jaguar XJ have?

As a car’s curb weight is reduced, the weight of passengers and luggage becomes proportionally more significant. Most of the aluminum suspension pieces of the new XJ are those found on the 2003 S-type. So is the excellent ZF six-speed automatic that Jaguar shares with Audi, BMW, and others.