I had one and loved it, also an S-Type 4.2 V8. Both lovely, but a bit heavy on the maintenance - I had quite a few problems with the air suspension in the XJ. I think the modern Jaguars have lost their way, producing cars just like BMW or Mercedes, but without their R&D. For me, the USP was always the gorgeous leather and wood interiors. Down the road from you, near Bodmin!
Thanks for the comment Chris, always great to hear from a local watcher of my videos. I enjoyed the XJ8 very much and up until recently had an S-Type R myself (there is a video on the Channel if you have not seen it). Costs can be a little eyewatering, but these Jaguars do drive beautifully so there is a little reward for getting them right. Thanks for watching - do stay tuned.
I'm thinking of buying a XJR or XKR, im thinking of a car to go long distances, what would you get? Im a single guy so i don't need much space...but i love the classic jag styling of the X350. Ive never had a performance car but i have the money to spend if things go wrong
Thanks for the comment - you cannot go wrong with either an XJR or an XKR... personally, if I were buying one to use, then I would go for the XJR as it is more practical and it looks 'bad ass'! Good luck with your purchase and be sure to subscribe and follow my Channel as there's a new Jaguar joining my collection very soon!
Thanks for the comment and great to know your thoughts on the XJ, which certainly is a very pretty car. Hope you get to drive one out in Australia! Thanks for watching, do stay tuned.
Thanks for the comment. I suppose the X350 had to move with the times like everything else, but as you say it did keep lots of those more traditional looks. Thanks for watching.
I have a immaculate X358 2.7 diesel, remapped ECU with 258bhp and 400 lb feet torque. The only cars that I would consider replacing it with would be a Maserati Quattroporte or a Bentley Arnage, both with the potential to be ruinously injurious to my wallet.
Thanks for the comment. Your X358 sounds great and, as you say, far more affordable to run than the Maserati and Bentley. The 2.7ltr diesel is an excellent engine. Thanks for watching.
Stunning cars,i have had 3 xj40s,series 3 6 cylinder and v12 daimlers,a 300 sovereign, a xjr, 2 x308 sovereigns.i am on my 2nd x350,the mighty super v8 of which thankfully these are rapidly appreciating in value.the 350s are the best xj by a mile.it alk went tits up in 2010 when ian callum destroyed the style of all jaguars.there will never be cars like this again unfortunatley.all modern cars including jags are pritty much dead to me now.electrification is destroying the car.i dont no,your selling all the cars that i like starting with the mk 1 sierra lol.i hope its not a german car,there aint a german brand car i like at all.all way to bland.none match jaguars.
Thanks for the comment and great to read through your Jaguar history - you've had some awesome cars. I do agree, the X350/8 is the last of the 'classic Jaguars' and the more modern cars really are something of a disappointment. The new car, coming soon to the Channel, is not German... and based on your car history I am certain you'll like it (or at least be interested to see progress with it). No plans to sell anything else... the Sierra GL went to a friend of mine and the XJ8 was swapped for a car I have always wanted. Also, I've still got lots of old Ford and MG / Rovers in the collection to feature. Thanks for the continued support and for watching.
@@cornishcarcollectors looking forward to the new car,dont worry i aint going nowhere,love your other fords and rovers you have on your somewhat impressive fleet.i only have 3 cars plus the missuses these days.no room for anymore now.my 1968 s type jag is in for restoration at thr moment,my superv8 is my much loved daily and me 1989 rolls royce silver spirit is me one allowed indulgence lol.anymore and i think the good lady would boot me out lol.all the best with your fleet.look forward to the next one.
Great video, new subscriber here. I picked up a 2005 XJ8 R-Sport in February, absolutley love it to bits. Its quickly moving up my list of favourite cars Ive owned. Looking forward to the reveal. 👍
Thanks for the comment and for subscribing, it's really appreciated. Your XJ8 R-Sports will be a great car and I can completely understand why you love it. Thanks for watching - we are not far off the 1K subscriber reveal!
Thanks for the comment; great to know you liked the video and brilliant to hear from you given your car is in the video! I searched Google for a good photo of the X308 and really liked that picture. Thanks for watching.
I’m looking at buying a 2008 XJ vanden plas this week, 51000 miles, great condition, all new brakes and tires, would get from my acquaintance for $5500, or a little less even if I can negotiate a bit more. That sound pretty good to you? Nice video here and really appreciate the history lesson , and your attention to detail and intricacy! Thanks from Philadelphia
Thanks for watching, it is great to know you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your XJ purchase, I am certain you will enjoy the car as they are great. Whilst I do not follow the US car market / values, for the miles I’d suggest that’s a very fair price. Thanks for watching. 👍
I owned for many years a wine red 1989 S Klass Mercedes 420 SEL and loved driving it, planning on making my last car, however that wasn't to be. It had started costing too much and I traded it on a black Jaguar XJ8 2005 and I really like it. The J gate transmission is a lot of fun to drive and I'm amazed at the fuel economy. It's quite amazing for a V8.
Thanks for the comment Roger. Sad to learn your Mercedes had to go, but the Jaguar is a brilliant alternative - glad you are enjoying it. Thanks for watching.
It was the only one car I liked outside Rover firm Sir ! I was ready to buy a second hand Jaguar xjr 4.2 Super V8 , V.P with 3 screens & sunroof ( long wheelbase) , in 2020 (without selling my Rovers - 414 SLi & 45),but I was a little bit unlucky, despite the fact I could afford the purchase of that great car.. It's the last modern Jaguar bringing back memories from..the old school car designs...I like this big cat more than the modern models..
Thanks for the comment. I can completely understand the passion for Rover and Jaguar as there are lots of similarities in the marques’ history and cars. Did you get the XJR in the end? Brilliant car. Thanks for watching.
@@cornishcarcollectors Unfortunately not , because I found that "Big Cat" offer in Boulgaria & the Greek government suddenly changed the the taxation laws regarding the imported luxurious old cars from abroad..
Thanks for the comment, I am glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for subscribing. Good luck in your search for an XJ. Take your time and buy a nice one, you'll really enjoy it. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the comment. The XJ Sport is a smart looking model in the XJ range, sorry to read you missed out on one... but there's always another car. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the comment, kind feedback and sub Don - it is much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed the video and hope to hear from you again. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the comment. Me too, the XJ really is in a class of its own. Of the Series 1-3 my favourite is the Series 3, but it's hard to choose between them! Thanks for watching.
I have owned a black 98 xj8 and a black 2004 xj8, absolutely loved them, I drive 2015 Genesis g80 now, reminds me of my jags, I miss my 98 which was my favorite car I’ve ever owned and I have owned many nice cars. Great video!
Thanks for the comment Ronald, I am glad you enjoyed the video. Sounds like you have a nice car history with the Jaguars, I can understand you missing your XJ8. Thanks for watching.
I won't subscribe because early in this video you said you would reveal the new car at the end and to keep watching; you did not. I don't support deceit
Thanks for the comment Peter - disappointed not to get the sub, but glad of the feedback as had not considered my 'deceiving' the audience. If you take a look at the Channel you will see the new Jaguar reviewed and a full video on it. Thanks for taking the time to watch and hope you reconsider.
Thanks for the comment - hope you enjoyed the video. Sorry to say I have no real experience of the XJ350 so I cannot advise. Hopefully someone who watches will be able to tell you, otherwise hit the forums and web! Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the comment - good to hear from a fellow fan of the XJ. 👍 Are you looking for the X350 V6 or V8 petrol? £4-8K depending on mileage and condition... very nice cars. Good luck with your search and thanks for watching.
Thanks for the comment and yes, you are quite right, I realised my mistake after I'd finished the video! Arthur's car was indeed a Daimler Series 2. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the comment Trevor, albeit the feedback is not very constructive... I'd love to know how I could improve the video? Anyway, thanks for taking the time to watch and, by the way, it is 'programme' and not 'program'. 👍
These aluminium bodied cars are probably the best of the breed. Light, better on fuel but the retro styling (at the time) probably handicapped it. The Ian Callum version that followed isn’t half bad either and again will probably be the last of the breed. The global large sedan market has all but evaporated and even the Germans struggle to make the business case work now.
Thanks for the comment. Style-wise my favourite is the Series 3, but I agree the X350 and X358 aluminium bodied cars are the best of the bunch... decent balance of classic lines and modern comforts. Thanks for watching.
