1997 Jaguar XK8 consumer reviews

Love my car. Esthetically beautiful. Only two thi gs i can complain about-the cup holder design sucks and rims made cheaply chrome plated not chrome rims. Began peeling off immediately. Other than that love my car. Oh and if your expecting superior speed. You'd be disappointed.

This ’97 convertible is 24 years old, has 83k miles, and except for a new electrochromic rearview mirror, driver’s side seat control module, a vacuum line and a third set of Pirellis, is 100% original, and looks and runs like showroom new. Most people, particularly in America, don’t understand that Jags are for savoring, not abusing. Treat the car like the woman you love or a fine Bordeaux and it’ll last you forever. Abuse it and you’ll spend more time in the repair shop then on the road.

A mechanical disaster. Replaced steering rack, water pump, coolant manifold, coolant resivoir, transmission, and then the timing chain tensioner failed and ruined the motor. Don’t by this car as there’s too much plastic where there should be steel. Engine cylinders are coated with Nikasil, so using gas with high sulphur eats the lining away, losing compression. Don’t by this car!!

When the XK8 design was first introduced, Jaguar had a winner. It's a beautiful cruiser. After 24 years of ownership, it proved to be the most reliable, worry-free vehicle that I ever owned.

runs and drives great. I wanted one since they 1st came out, I purchased this , black pearl, conv.in 2010 with 99,000 miles in VGC. it still turns heads!

I first noticed the ads for this car when Jaguar introduced the XK8 in 1996 and was excited to see a new version of the great XK models from the decades past. The car was beautiful but expensive at $70k, and I knew it would be years before I could afford a used one. I found a beautiful Topaz '97 convertible in 2016 which had been garage kept and well maintained with the exception of a dry rotted headliner, so I purchased it and promptly replaced the headliner and a few bits to restore its original perfection. The car is a real pleasure to drive with responsive handling - especially in sport mode - and a slick automatic transmission. It's very quiet - some owners complain that it's too quiet with its multiple mufflers on both exhaust pipes - but the exhaust is easily modified if you want a more pronounced growl. The one common area of concern on these as used vehicles is undercarriage rust and corrosion, so be sure to check that out before buying. Wonderful car.

This car is a fast, great handling, comfortable car. I only use it in the summer. I put about 5K a year on her. I do like to open her up at least once a week, just so I remember what she can do. The car is coupe, not many around, so it turns heads. Most people don't know what it is! the convertible models are easy to find.

Have owned this Coupe for 5 years..... they have their quirks, but that said, people ogle at this Stunning Coupe. Rare sleek, fast, and very smooth are the Brits. Car is a"Marvel" to look at. A time piece of "Automotive Art" that will never be dated. To me.... the car is one of my all time favorite cars, that is why it is part of my collection. Thanks for reading! Be Well! Have a great day!

One of the best sports car I've ever owned. Great handling with spirited performance. Capable of 160mph! This car squats to the road at speed for better stability. I love this car but I have a few cars too many at the time. This is a true Jag, British Racing Green coupe! Very few of this model even made.

Great car! Super stylish. I high recommend it --- the body style will never go out of style. A real eye catcher! Timeless design. Beautiful interior!