The $5k Supercharged Jaguar XJR | Review 

This was the last proper Jaguar. Big big torque in these beasts. I love them

Still looks so modern, in fact it looks way ahead of it's time. I could spend hours just looking at it, awesome build quality, and they are reliable, once you are aware of issues to watch out for, preventive maintainence will enhance the cars reliability. This car still oozes image, no matter what age model you drive.

I had a 2002 for 14 years, best car I ever owned - good job on the review

I've had an X308 XJR for a few years now, and I've never had any issues with it

I know it would never happen but I wish Jaguar would bring back this body style. The new styling looks generic, doesn't stand out.

I have an ‘03 XJR. The thing that really puts a smile on your face is passing. Stab the accelerator at 60 mph and 90-100mph seems to come effortlessly and almost instantaneously.

Good to see a knowledgeable young man appreciate Jags!

Interesting how you look at a car that’s 2 decades young and call its electronics ‘silly’ given you were close enough to an infant when this car released. Back then you have to remember that the car was state of the art. You are spoiled by today’s gadgetry which in time too, will probably be considered silly by those yet to come when you are 20 years older. That will happen. I am happy you were honest about your pre-conceived notions of the brand and that the car has made you re-evaluate your stance. They are wonderful cars, I’ve had several, and they’re not as unreliable as is generally thought... Enjoyed the review...

Own a 2004 xjr, restored to like new, show paint coming in November. Yes, I will never recoup the investment. But since it will never be for sale again who cares. Best driving and fastest highway driver you can enjoy. I have converted 3 bmw and 2 Mercedes owners into jag owners without any complaints. Don’t get me wrong both bmw and Mercedes are excellent cars, but for the luxury and the driving experience you can’t beat it.

The most good looking jag ever

The 4.2 XJR with aluminum body with this distinct look in 2005 cost approximately $87,000.00 with extras like 20” Callisto wheels, power vents

My dear old Dad had the Mk 2 3.8 50 odd years ago,what a car!. I've owned X type 2.2 diesel for 10 years great value,always feels special to drive. Jaguars are very underrated which is great because they don't hold their value and you can get a great car for reasonable money.

I have an x type deisel sport 15 years old & 160,000 miles & still pulls like a train, great classic shape. 🇬🇧✌

I have lived in the UK from cradle to 46 years old. As a young lad i always aspired to own a Jaguar. Several pictures of series 3 cars later, I have owned several to this date, however i agree that the newer Jaguars have completely lost their looks. Why the hell must we conform to Euro Styling? What went wrong? Jaguar has always been the cat. Claws for headlights and haunches as quarter panels. I'm glad i have a 2001 XJR sat in my garage for the weekend blasts when i feel like i'm driving something of distinction.

I have a 1998 XJR and I love to take it from my home in San Clemente to bid on projects in L.A. Acceleration is effortless. Gas is cheap in the USA. It still feels like 370 HP after 171,000 miles.

Nice car! I’ve got one too 😉

I have a Jaguar LWB 4.0 Sovereign. I find it fast enough and sometimes I worry I may lose my license at any time lol!. I agree with all your comments.

I love the single centre wiper that's just so fucking cool

The most beautiful XJ ever. I'd like to play with one of these someday, but for now I'm still very happy with my newer '14 XJL which is *hopefully* more reliable.

I’ve always loved the old XJR, both the original straight-six variant, and later V8. I could really enjoy having either. And likely will with how inexpensive they are now. And they’re a little more plentiful on the US market than I figured.

I had a long drive in a 95 XJR, in my opinion the right one with the 6 cylinder supercharged, still dream of it many years later

I remember the day that I purchased my 2004 XJR in Chicago. I had a yellow mustang with gt badging roll with me @ 60 mph. I hit the throttle and DESTROYED him. When he caught up he stared at it with a dumbfounded look. PRICELESS 🙂

My first car was a 1999 White Jaguar XJR and after two month the engine stated knocking and shaking. Jaguar of Jacksonville wanted yo charge me 15 thousand to repair it. After two years of trying to hold on to her I had to give her away because I couldn’t afford to fix her. 2007 I had two kids and crazy wife do my dream had to be placed on hold.

This is one of my favorite cars ever. Best exterior styling of any sedan, beautiful (and very comfortable) interior, far more agile handling than I've ever felt in a 4000 pound car, and the throttle response of the 4.0L is so much sharper than you'd ever expect from a British luxury car. The only problem that really bothers me is the competent but boring ZF 5-speed automatic. I really want to buy one of these some day (just as soon as I build a bigger garage) but I'd need to swap in a Tremec T-56 to be able to live with this car long term.

I have a black on black 2000 XJR and now in Dec of 2020 it still has only 73k miles on it everything original I paid 8k for back in 2014. I would never part with it under 5k for any reason. If any of you can pick these up for 5k or less then its such a sweet steal. There are websites with places still custom making performance parts for these 4 thousand pound rockets and your 370 HP for less then a few grand can become 440 HP plus in no time.

I also have an x308 XJR in black with the same asteroid rims. Costs a fair bit to maintain and run but it's worth it. Beautiful carl!

I like the colour of the vehicle reviewed. Very nice.

I like the XJ(350) Executive 4.2 litre V8. The First all aluminium saloon And an all British extremely well designed Engine. Ford put the money into the aluminium body shop at Castle Bromwich but nonetheless THE last all British saloon.

Looks real sexy, same designer Ian Callum who designed Aston Martin.

Not gonna lie, I can afford any car of my choice. At the moment I drive a Model X P100D ,$175,000 Tesla. I've had Srt8's, drivin lambos, Lexus, Mercedes, etc. One day I was shopping for a beater for my baby sitter. Found a xj vanden plas for 3,000. Thought it was a joke the first day. I fell in love! The car out handled my Dodge viper! I honestly feel that when it comes to the XJ Jaguars Jaguar not marketed enough, neither did the original owners did on the performance of the car. They have 0 body roll and hug the road like no other. The ride is much better then the 2001 Town car I had also. They are a hidden gem in so many ways! People are scared of them do to the maintenance crap. But it's worth it.

I love these Jaguars Fabuloos designs. I’ve had Jaguars all my life . If I had the choice if any car that’s the one I would have again and again. Beautiful design. The new cars have such little Soul ! 💖💖💖💖

Love watching boys become men. I used to drive smaller cars. Had a mini Cooper s and a 240 nd then I bought a 2006 cls 500 nd never went back to small cars

My dad had one of these when I was really young, like 2005. Times have changed though

I had a 1998 xjr supercharged. Metallic blue. Miss my baby was taken 😪

The V8 model was known as the X308 and the straight six was the X300, I've had both and prefer the X300 personally.

It's a dream car I'd love to own .

The British beast with high end elec issues, I owned 3 of these :/ 2000, 2002, 2006

He likes feeling the shift knob, he likes it, it feels good.

This R version also has the stronger Mercedes automatic. And way bigger brakes then the lesser models. The next gen XJR is even faster and has all around aluminium body panels.

I own an Xtype estate, and a 3.0 V6 XF. This is my dream car.

I'm on my 2nd Jag and let me tell you at 100k mile change out the suspension pieces around 80k if supercharged and you have a winner. The 390 horse and better is a beast however all of them are strong.

I think in 2003 then went to an aluminum body so it makes it a lot more nimble. still not sure which one I prefer to drive

The last Jag with maximum waft and punch. In all black it also looks like an instrument of Satan, which is nice.

I have a CLS55 AMG but I kinda want one of these too 😂 I love these European supercharged V8s

Xjr will always be a cool car

well done young fella, nice review.

Looks like you pissed off a bunch of Jag-offs from the comments. Well done, enjoyed the video!

i have a 96 xj6 (last of the pre-ford era jags i think) and it drives great

If Jaguar gets under your skin....it is expensive (talking of the "old" Jaguar's) but very rewarding!

Nice XJR!

I don't know what a jagwire is but that is a nice Jaguar.

With all that chrome it is a bit of a sleeper and you would not expect 370HP.

Great video but what's the mileage?

I've had the pleasure of being a passenger in one of these being driven "in anger". It handles incredibly, incredibly well.

You will more than want one...you wont want another

They’re actually pretty reliable

Beautiful cars, that seem very reliable, but I worry about the air ride suspension going bad. It looks like an Eibach coil spring conversion kit cost $1500 plus installation.

The body style & wheels are just sexy❤....still classy!

Nice video! I really wanted to see a burnout ☹️

You think buying a higher mileage XJR is bad? I’m talking like 100-120k miles. I plan on running it into the ground so it will get work, but treated well. I think it’ll be worth the 6k. I want to get it to 200,000

Great review

Nice, prefer my Lexus even if it's not as quick (yet) My dad used to sell E types when they were new so got a bit of a soft spot for the big cat.

Stop. Saying. Nice. Same thing for awesome. Unless it actually inspires awe. Otherwise. Well done.

Great video and i love the Ford era Jaguars. Really hoped you would’ve done a under the hood shot though.

What's the point of "saying" it is fast, whilst braking/creeping along? Does this dissonance cause eczema?

Good video liked and subbed

I missed where you said how many miles are on it.

I think they can be reliable if you check them over (bearings ,rust ,etc) rather than waiting for the worst. Perhaps they are an enthusiast only car ?

Jag used to make beautiful cars. Too bad they lost their way.

If someone say Jaguar, i think of this styling.

Yes they are beautiful cars with character,and at that price a bargain.

Are they less than 5000 dollars now in 2023?

When he praised the acceleration, I was waiting for a burn-out or demonstration of some kind. Big brother must have nixed that.

What was that car u had that u said u liked with 2 doors the one in the background

Pricing seems too good to be true on these. I was thinking of spending 30k on mustang eco boost but can get one of these for 5ish k lol.

Whats that on his arms?

Looks like my jaguar 🐆 👀

did ya get one?

Ford was the best thing thats happened to jag in the last 50 years. See if you can find a x350 xjr and compare back to back.

You show a sign of mturity young man as you phaze from silly sports cars to grown up vehicles... lots more reliability now, and in a Jag you don't have to rush, take it easy and enjoy the ride. I'm on my fifth, I've always loved Jaguar, and always will.

About 20000 gbp now

I love old xjr

I have though this kind of Jaguar as my first car Please tell me is it a good idea

Yeah it doesn't handle like a 2 door coupe, but it can overtake an M3 on a race track... :D ("Jaguar XJR chasing E36 M3" on my channel)

He's right new cars are designed so you can't see out.. so you hit things

"Nice" is one of the most meaningless descriptors on the planet. But Hey! Nice video...

this thing was a true alternative to a Bentley back in the day. Nowadays it looks like........a Genesis?

Cool

Few cars as sexy as A Jag

It’s called a j gate mate 😆

This was the last good Jaguar, there has not been a good or reliable Jaguar for 20 years now

Synonyms for "NICE" - enjoyable · pleasant · pleasurable · agreeable · delightful · satisfying · gratifying · acceptable · to one's liking · entertaining · amusing · diverting · marvelous · good · bonny

Great video, I have a Jaguar/Trans Am car channel here on RU-vid

I have a 99’ XJ8, I drive it like an XJR. Since my compression ratio is higher I can push her harder through gear changes. Would you recommend installing a super charger tho?

my dad have this jaguar

Funny that a 20 year old XJR can hit 60 in about 5 seconds and the last XJR did it in about 4. So for 20x the price you get one second off.

But when you step on the gas, proceeds to show a clip of the car coasting into a corner

I regret not buying a 2004 jaguar xjr with 104k miles for 2900?

"You feel safe in it" and it's more like Mustang than charger? XDDDDDD

A coup is what you keep chickens in!...........