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1997 Jaguar XK-Series User Reviews

1997 Jaguar XK-Series Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 4 reviews

  • Performance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Build Quality:5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars 5 / 5
  • Overall:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5

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tpattison writes:
1997 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 Review
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4 litre engine. Power. Torque. Comfort.

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Expensive to run and repair.

tpattison
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A Classic Jag — This is not a 'real' sports car, compared to my TR4A. Rather it is a superbly comfortable, fast, powerful Grand Touring Car, suitable for long distance driving on Autobahns or motorways. This is one of the earliest models, from the first year in production.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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artrink writes:
1997 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 Coupe Review
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Timeless beauty, common comforts in a uncommon sport car.

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Cost of ownership?

artrink
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A Beautiful Driving And Looking Car. — We purchased this 97 XK8 coupe in 2004. At that time the car had around 25000 miles. Currently we have 55000 mile, but we have added the likes of an original paint job, new leather front seats, new OEM engine, rebuilt suspension, wheel bearings brakes, wheels repainted, power steering pump, water pump housing and the list of " this and that" goes on. The repairs all add up to an expensive proposition, but I still think the car is worth it.

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METFAN78 writes:
1997 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 Convertible Review
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Beautiful Car on the Open Road

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Cup holder

METFAN78
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Worth The Purchase — Good acceleration and smooth ride. Fantastic rims, full spare, with a few miles. Drove this car to the beach last summer and made it worth the purchase. One year left on a purchased warranty, reprimed hydraulics in the covertible top motor.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Trevor608 writes:
1997 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 Convertible Review
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Jaguar so it had a nice deep throaty throttle to the engine

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Got It For The Weekend — Loved driving this vehicle with the top down

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Cost $9,196 Average Instant Market Value $5,411 Average Instant Market Value $11,496 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 23 22
Horsepower 290 245 228
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 11.1 11.1 7.9
Front Leg Room (inches) 43.0 41.20 42.4

Reviews From Other Years

2011 Jaguar XK-Series Reviews

A True Grand Touring Convertible. By jnredwine

This is the first sports car that my wife likes better than I do, and we both love the car. It is a beautiful machine with classic lines, a throaty V-8 exhaust note, and power to spare. It has a surpr... Read More

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2009 Jaguar XK-Series Reviews

Beautifully Decent Car By Sebastian

Fantastic car to drive, lacking in power a bit, XKR version is completely different. handeling is not too sharp. interior options are amazing many new technological features. its a beautiful car to l... Read More

Favorite Car Ever! By Andy

Great performance.The design is just amazing and sharp.The acceleration is...wow! thats what i gotta say.Usually it's for spirited driving,you know for fun.It's in perfect condition and never really... Read More

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2008 Jaguar XK-Series Reviews

Very Nice Cat!!! By John5520

The R is the one get's everybody excited at the traffic lights!!! the sound off the tailpipes make your hair stand up at the back of your neck!!! Read More

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2007 Jaguar XK-Series Reviews

Great All Round Gt By Euroman

The Jaguar XK is not a porsche, corvette or a mercedes SLK but it does have the best balance between luxury, performance, style, quality and VFM. If you want a car that puts a smile on your face every... Read More

The Most Georgeous Car I Have Ever Driven By Mark

I drove this car at Jonathan Palmers Bedford Autodrome. I had an instructor and he help me to use the car in anger! I threw this thing into corners at 100mph, and I floored it out, but I could not spi... Read More

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2006 Jaguar XK-Series Reviews

Good Car By Sean

not as fast as a sports car but it is really cofortable in the interer good furniture in the inside but it has the quallity if a sports car really impressive this car is a really good car to buy for ... Read More

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