Here comes the Jaguar XK8 XKR…..aka -The SHAGUAR! In this video, I dig into the XK8 and XKR….Unfiltered. A lot of this, especially the mechanical bits also directly apply to the jaguar XJ8 & XJR’s.
This is the high point in the Jaguar Brand… This is a car that is looking better with time, that’s when you know you’ve got a rockstar classic!
The BAD and GOOD!
No car is perfect, but some cars have a reputation for being bad even if they’re great. The XK8 was developed under Ford Motor companies watch… Its been very reliable, especially when compared to its main competitors.
Maintenance items I go over in the YouTube Video:
- Plastic chain tensioners. Are they a deal breaker?
- Ignition coils. A common issue that causes lots of headaches, but easy to fix.
- Suspension parts. What are some of the issues that all XK’s share?
- Transmission options. Which years have the best transmissions?
What are the year to years differences ?
The final years are obviously the most developed, but do they cost more?
What should you be looking for when buying any XK* or XKR. What is some of the bad information spreading around? I cover all of it.
SPECIAL EDITION XK8’s
There’s many tasty special editions to make them even more rewarding to own, may are not known about.
The XK8 was featured in Austin Powers and James Bond movies.
It’s obvious to see why these cars are sought after all over the world. Few cars achieve this level of coolness….and maintain it.
