Jaguar XJ8 SE V8 X350 - History, Review and Drive
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- čas přidán 3. 08. 2024
- A feature on my Jaguar XJ8 SE V8 - the XJ has been Jaguar’s pinnacle luxury saloon car from 1968 to 2019, and my car is textbook ‘classic Jag’ having been finished in British Racing Green with Cream Leather interior. This near 20 year old Jaguar still impresses driver, passengers and passers-by… it is a lovely thing!
In this video I cover a brief history of the XJ saloon cars, some details about my XJ8 and we take the Jaguar on a drive across the picturesque roads of Dartmoor. Plus, there is a surprise instore at the end of this video as I swap my XJ8 for a new (well, new to the Channel) car… so stay tuned to the end!
Hope you enjoy watching - if you have something to say about the video, the XJ or to share your experience of Jaguar then please do leave a comment, it is great to hear from you.
Thanks for watching… please hit ‘Like’ and subscribe for lots more modern classic car content!
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0:00 - Intro.
1:36 - The Jaguar XJ
2:25 - History of the XJ
7:25 - Inside my XJ8
8:42 - Classic XJ Design.
9:54 - Driving the XJ8.
11:13 - Driving the XJ8 on Dartmoor.
14:28 - Revealing the New Car! - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Xj jag. The most beautiful car ever built without doubt.Australian born grandson of an English rose what more can I say.
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.
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.
According to the magazine Jaguar world the X308 was the best XJ ever made
Thanks for the comment. I can understand why Jaguar World would say that as X308 is an amazing car. 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.
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.
X300 all day long...the last and best straight 6 (AJ16) engine made by Jag... classic looks and rides as well as any car I can think of,
Thanks for the comment, the X300 was a great car. Appreciate you taking the time to watch.
Still love them
Thanks for the comment, the Jaguar XJs truly are brilliant!
Nice video. The blue X308 in the photo as you introduce it, is my car. That was a nice surprise.
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.
such a stunning car
Thanks for the comment; I could not agree more. Hope you enjoyed the video.
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!
Own one. Love it!
Thanks for the comment. I can completely understand why you do love the XJ. Thanks for watching.
I loved my friends xj sport. When he finally sold it i wish i bought it. Would have been a bargain.
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.
I do love the Jag XJ series 1 & 2. And the Daimler variant.
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.
Great video with loads of facts and details etc. Have subscribed.
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.
Great video thanks … currently looking at one … 🤔 have subscribed!
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.
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..
Pity they did away with the traditional boot area fuel filler on the x350.a handsome car all the same
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.
Fat chance you can buy such a gorgeous car in good condition in the bracket price you mentioned, here in France.
Thanks for the comment, it is good to know you like the Jaguar. 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 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.
Wow, amazing 😎😎😎
Thanks for the comment - I hope you enjoyed the video. Do subscribe (if you haven't already) to see the new car. Thanks for watching.
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Thanks for watching.
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.
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Thanks for leaving a comment. 👍
Is 3.6 v8 any more or less reliable than 3.0 v6 of xj350 era
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.
The 3.6 is slightly less reliable than the 3.0 unit but both very much reliable engines if cared for. Both capable of 200k miles
Arthur had a Daimler!
Thanks for the comment and thanks for the correction, you are absolutely right I believe he drove the Daimler Sovereign. 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.
Authers wuz a series 2? 🙄😆
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.
What do you mean our prime minister don`t look out of place.? Boris Johnson certainly does.
Thanks for the comment. I think Boris looks out of place pretty much wherever he goes! 🤣
Thanks for watching.
NO ELEKTRIC BOX!!!
CHEAP Version without seatheating! No rooftop! no parking sensors! No Xenon! No Navi!
Thanks for the comment. Missing a few options as you point out, but still a great car to own and drive. 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.
Calm down, Peter.
@@theodorefrazier7417 I was perfectly calm and reflective when I made my comment. I stand by that comment but appreciate the author's response.
@@cornishcarcollectors I appreciate your response but stand by my decision for now.
Der Typ hat NULL Ahnung vom XJ!!!!!
Thanks for the comment, albeit I am not sure it is entirely fair. I have enthusiast owned and enjoyed a few XJs. Thanks for watching the video.
What a boring program
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'. 👍
Great car. Looking for an XJ SOVERIGN. PETROL. ANY IDEAS OF PRICING ON THE LAST MODLES?
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.