I love mine xj40 89 I bought it with the interia switch so I had to rig the coil to start it and the vacuum hoses needed some love so it ran lumpy got that fixed and most of the mechanical I don't have electric issues other then the dash fading in and out I think it'd weak connection great cars I have the 3.6 good mileage and it's got like 157320 or something like that runs strong mine used to do hill climb races runs great true jungle Cats
XJ 1-3 Series have a height of 1,34M XJ40 1,37M X300/X308 XJ's are the lowest among all XJ's, with a height of 1,31M. X350 is 1,44M, so Jaguar really decided to leave the path, of making the lowest Super Sedans ever. That's what make's driving the older XJ's so unique! I decided to buy an updated(Dec 2000) X308 Daimler Super V8, 3 years ago. Never had any regrets. Bought the cheapest in the Country,(last owner was a 72 year old) because, U know, on these Cars, because of their age, all parts will eventually break down. The first thing my mechanic pressed me to do was maintenance on the 5G-Tronic, because I bought the car without maintenance history. In 3 years I had like 15 issues, and all fixed. For example, the Main Radiator needed replacement, but all connector tubes were stuck, so my mechanic had to go MacGyver..to reconnect, the new Radiator. Next MOT in 1 month, I get rear brakes fully replaced(discs, pads ect). As for the AJ-V8 engine, and the 5G-Tronic transmission, if bought in a good state. These can easily handle 400K Km. Every time I drive the XJ, it is an experience in so many ways. From handling when using the J-Gate, listening to music, to joyful looks of strangers, making me proud to be able to keep such a nice Classic on the road. Before ever buying an XJ, make sure U know an experienced Mechanic, with passion for the Car, and decent prices. Thank You for this nice Video & Greetings! A nice old video about the XJ40, and reliability! th-cam.com/video/hVB66Pg1rz8/w-d-xo.html
1988 bought two sovereigns horrible to drive Connolly leather hard as wood, warrantee 12 months, 13 months chrome bumpers explode with rust, paint blisters with rust, "out of Warrantee" dayd Jaag, Three years the buggers cost me £95,000 ! Never again to but a Jaguar.
After 24 years of BMWs 5/7 series I got my lovely x308 4.0.
I love this car. 😀
Had 6 XJ6 ..never failed..great car to drive ..
Great video! The pronounciation is a bit difficult to understand sometimes, but the information is 100% accurate and complete.
Thank you! I'm doing my best :)
I love mine xj40 89 I bought it with the interia switch so I had to rig the coil to start it and the vacuum hoses needed some love so it ran lumpy got that fixed and most of the mechanical I don't have electric issues other then the dash fading in and out I think it'd weak connection great cars I have the 3.6 good mileage and it's got like 157320 or something like that runs strong mine used to do hill climb races runs great true jungle Cats
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Interesting video. But your overloud music soundtrack makes it almost unwatchable. Thanks for the information
I own and love a 1996 X300 4.0
One of the most reliable and rewarding cars to drive I have ever owned.
Enjoyed your video! :)
Thanks!
XJ 1-3 Series have a height of 1,34M
XJ40 1,37M
X300/X308 XJ's are the lowest among all XJ's, with a height of 1,31M.
X350 is 1,44M, so Jaguar really decided to leave the path, of making the lowest Super Sedans ever.
That's what make's driving the older XJ's so unique!
I decided to buy an updated(Dec 2000) X308 Daimler Super V8, 3 years ago.
Never had any regrets.
Bought the cheapest in the Country,(last owner was a 72 year old) because, U know, on these Cars, because of their age, all parts will eventually break down.
The first thing my mechanic pressed me to do was maintenance on the 5G-Tronic, because I bought the car without maintenance history.
In 3 years I had like 15 issues, and all fixed.
For example, the Main Radiator needed replacement, but all connector tubes were stuck, so my mechanic had to go MacGyver..to reconnect, the new Radiator.
Next MOT in 1 month, I get rear brakes fully replaced(discs, pads ect).
As for the AJ-V8 engine, and the 5G-Tronic transmission, if bought in a good state.
These can easily handle 400K Km.
Every time I drive the XJ, it is an experience in so many ways.
From handling when using the J-Gate, listening to music, to joyful looks of strangers, making me proud to be able to keep such a nice Classic on the road.
Before ever buying an XJ, make sure U know an experienced Mechanic, with passion for the Car, and decent prices.
Thank You for this nice Video & Greetings!
A nice old video about the XJ40, and reliability!
th-cam.com/video/hVB66Pg1rz8/w-d-xo.html
1988 bought two sovereigns horrible to drive Connolly leather hard as wood, warrantee 12 months, 13 months chrome bumpers explode with rust, paint blisters with rust, "out of Warrantee" dayd Jaag, Three years the buggers cost me £95,000 ! Never again to but a Jaguar.
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