Looking for advice on 1988 XJS. I really want a coupe, something different to the norm and have been looking at mercs and porsches, but saw an xjs and really like the look and feel.
Okay, so I understand that the fuel consumption will such, but I ride a motorbike to work daily, so it wont be a daily driver.
In Australia,xjs seem to range from $10,000 to about $25000. Just how much trouble can I get into with a cheaper one?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Hi,
You dont mention whether it is a V12 or straight 6. If its a V12 take it for a long drive to make sure it doesent overheat. Check for rust around the chassis where the rear radius arms are secured. Most faults will be obvious after a test drive and thorough inspection.
Dave
Out of curiousity, why did you settle on a 1988?
To add to what Dave said... Like any car, the newer the better. 6 cylinder versions are more reliable and economical, but there's nothing like the smooth-feeling power of a V12. Find a local shop that specializes in Jaguars, and do not buy one unless you first have the shop do a thorough checkout. Many shops don't want to bother trying to keep the older cars running right, another reason to get the newest one you can. Be sure you check the operation of every electrical accessory/device, because these cars tend to have gremlins.
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