2004 Jaguar XJ8 consumer reviews

A good friend talked me into buying the XJ8 and I am so glad he did. It has been the best car by far that I have owned. A lot of people were surprised that a Jag could be so incredibly reliable, but it has been. Unlike some others, the front air suspension only caused me minor issues, and now it seems the the little O rings are doing their job and I don't have problems, even in a Canadian winter. At first I kept it in the garage in winter, but started thinking that the electronics were going to age whether I drove it or not, so I bought winter wheels and tires for it and used it year round, although I tried to avoid winter storms. I still get compliments on the car, but the best one was some years ago when I pulled into a driveway and two boys around tens years old told me how great the car looked. It is always a pleasure to drive. We are down to one vehicle now as we are retired, and I don't want to leave a vehicle out of the garage and in year round weather. The radio is a little suspect, picking up static too often, but that is a very minor concern. Everything else has worked incredibly well, even after 20 years! We need an SUV to meet more of our transportation needs, but I just can't get to the point of letting the Jag go and getting something more practical. Ford did a great job redesigning the XJ8. I think they made it more jaguar-like, and less leopard-like with the more substantial looking body. It is too bad that the sales weren't high enough for them to keep the brand.

Initially I was a little apprehensive, the thought being that the car was too big. Previous car being the S series jag and all. But after about a month. The car felt more personal and one thing I highly recommend is RTM (read the Manual) it is extremely well worth its weight. Secondly I would recommend getting a blue tooth receiver for you cigarette lighter. Tune it in to an unused radio station and pair it up with your smartphone this makes communications with you music and phone activity. Interior, depending on the condition of yours you may want to cover. My interior was in exceptional condition an I decided to get a cover for all seats. Thinking resale value. Exterior, get a bra, they don’t make the vinyl bras any more but rather a clear plastic shield for the front bumper and hood make sure it includes the rear view mirrors. It’s expensive but worth it. All in all the car drives like a dream and notably different based on the tires. I personally recently purchased the all weather continentals for which I am happy with. 90mph on the I5 couldn’t be smoother. (When Safe) at 130,00 miles I have had little to no issues. And couldn’t be happier.

Have owned Jag 2004 banded plas since 2013. Had 77k miles now has 185k miles. Screams like a banshee. Mpg 33 on hwy 26 around town. Love the car. Scary fast. Quick. Nor enough leg room in driver cockpit. Right knee right up against ignition key. Wouldn’t trade it for anything!! Every time I stop at gas station other folks ask me about it. Beautiful shade of blue I’ve not seen in any other car. Head turning car.

I have owned the Jaguar more than four years and it has to be one of the best cars I have owned and I have owned several Mercedes E, ML, GLE class plus BMW and Land Rover. It handles well, good power, beautiful, reliable, comfortable and incredibly quiet. My car is outfitted on British Racing Green exterior and tan leather interior and wherever I go it gets comments about how beautiful it is from teenagers to middle-aged and beyond.

Now, in my later years, I have never enjoyed driving more than I do today. Comfort, reliability, and pride of ownership are the results of carefully seeking and buying these truly iconic great cars.

Bought this car with 22K on it from the local Jag dealer, CPO. No problems other than routine maintenance for next 55K miles, except trans had to be reprogrammed twice. At 77K, complete, catastrophic trans failure. Dealer refused to repair anything (even though I had bought 3 Jags from him) older than 2009. Had it towed to another Jag dealer 120 miles away for installation of certified Jag rebuilt trans. Very expensive but the trans is VIN specific and no indie sources had one. Doing fine since then. Yes the cup holders are too small, factory jack handle is incorrect and the air suspension won't last forever. Still a head-turner that gets compliments.

I really enjoyed this vehicle for it’s stylish everything. Would purchase another one when possible. The interior craftsmanship is superb, from the leather, to the stylish and beautiful wood. It offers a really quiet ride and good handling.

Absolutely Gorgeous!, I live in northern Australia, I travelled over a 1000 kms south to pick her up, I drove home in 12hours, best long distance drive ever, I got out, no aches, no pains no cramps, no tiredness (im 68)she's a 2003, XJ8 4.2 litre with 90000 kms in showroom condition with full service history, I've owned "posh" cars before but this is something else!!, it rides like an RR silver spur but when you need the power and performance she morphs into an E type!! A true cross between a limo and a sports car!, a true classic, I will cherish for a long long time! 10 out of 5 Jaguar!! Awesome!!❤❤❤❤❤

Bought it used from a friend. As long as you have an indy shop or can turn a wrench yourself, an amazing car. Dealer charges 10x what it should, so the issues with the car are usually issues with a dealer. Make sure you buy with 100K or less on it, so you can flush the transmission like the trans manufacturer suggests (for some reason Ford/Jaguar said to never change the fluid). I spent $5000 for the best car I've owned. Have had some parts wear out, but its been reliable.

This is my 2nd Jag (had an xj6 and am shocked that I would even buy another after that nightmare.) 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.