Is the 1997 Jaguar XJ6L a good car?
I bought the 1997 XJ6L with 97000 miles and had it checked out. The mechanic said it was excellent. My wife, who has had 3 new mercedes benz in a row, drives it and loves it. No more high payments, a paid for jaguar is the way to go. it’s roomy, comfortable, drives smooth and looks great.
How do you stop a Jaguar XJ6 Series III?
Very carefully, with a sharp, straight edged razor, I cut away the brittle, now hard as plastic, rubber boot that protected the top of the connector. There are two wires leading into this connector. After carefully removing the spring retaining clip, I lifted the connector slowly, causing the engine to cease.
Is the Jaguar XJ series still ice cold?
The air conditioning is also still ice cold, actually had to turn it up a little higher this summer even at 103 degrees (F of course) outside. The heating/cooling of this car is awesome. UPDATE: The miles just keep coming. Now at 185,500 and STILL no major issues.
Do you need a stud for a Jaguar XJ6?
Also, Harley Davidson Motorcycles has a great 1.5 long rubber isolator for $2 apiece where Jaguars part is $12-14 each. You will need to purchase spacer washers, lock washers and nuts for each (18 of each total). The stud is vulcanized into the rubber, so no stud is necessary.
Is the 1997 Jaguar XJ6 a good car?
I love the car I bought it with 94xxx miles love the leather interior and it’s features it really stands out from the rest of the cars into today’s world with 245 hp not bad don’t expect it to be fast… Read full review The 1997 Jaguar XJ6 has not been tested. Like what you see?
What are the problems with the Jaguar XJ6?
The gauges were high quality and craftsmanship Smiths gauges. Wealthy people bought the Jaguar XJ6, knowing that these cars had a reputation for breaking down frequently. You had to be wealthy to buy one new, not just because of the initial purchase price, but also because of the constant costly repairs.
How old was Donnie Taylor when he bought a Jaguar XJ6?
Donnie Taylor drove to Miami and brought back a 1978 Jaguar XJ6L. The car was white, with a red leather interior. This was 1982, I was about thirteen years old.
What was the original price of a Jaguar XJ6?
I looked through the paper work in the glove compartment, the initial purchase price was $19,000 in 1978. I believe that Donnie Taylor got this car for $6,500 to $8,000, which is tremendous depreciation in four years.
Where is the transmission on a Jaguar XJ6?
Transmissions are a four-speed automatic equipped with a lock-up torque converter. The transmission is mounted to the back of the engine, and power is transmitted to the fully independent rear axle through a two-piece propshaft.
What kind of suspension does a Jaguar XJ6 have?
The rear suspension is an independent type suspension which also have coil spring/shock absorber assemblies and a lower control arm. The rear driveshaft acts as the upper control arm. Power-assisted Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) with four-wheel disc brakes are standard equipment on all Jaguar XJ6 models covered in this manual.
How many miles does a 1995 Jaguar XJ get?
I have been using mine since College, my only car for 14 years now, every day Monday- Sunday and my car clocked 300,000 original miles. It still runs strong, compression still holds up to specs on all cylinders giving the high mileage.
When did the Jaguar XJ engine come out?
From 1995-1997 they produced this engine and it is amazing. Very easy to work on and run. If you want a stress free Jag ownership experience I would recommend this car. Nothing else on the road looks like this car.
When did the Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas come out?
They are dependable in the right hands. I bought my 96 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas from an estate auction. The car has classic lines but the modern reliability from one of the best inline 6 motors ever created. From 1995-1997 they produced this engine and it is amazing.
Why does my Jaguar XJ6 not start up?
About half of the time, the reason why the Jaguar XJ6 will not start or quits running is because of the two main electrical problems that I described above. The other cause of the XJ6 not starting or quits running is the fuel system. Mostly, it is the fuel pump being killed by rust flakes from the two fuel tanks.
What kind of transmission does a Jaguar XJ6 have?
Jaguar XJ6 Service and Repair Manual 3261 Jaguar XJ6 Models covered Jaguar XJ6 models with 3.2 litre (3239 cc), 3.6 litre (3590 cc) & 4.0 litre (3980 cc) six-cylinder in-line dohc petrol engines and automatic transmission
How old was my father when he bought a Jaguar XJ6?
I could not believe it when my father bought a 1983 XJ6L Vanden Plas in about 1992. I was about 23 years old, and a mechanical engineering student at the University of Florida.
I could not believe it when my father bought a 1983 XJ6L Vanden Plas in about 1992. I was about 23 years old, and a mechanical engineering student at the University of Florida.
Jaguar XJ6 Service and Repair Manual 3261 Jaguar XJ6 Models covered Jaguar XJ6 models with 3.2 litre (3239 cc), 3.6 litre (3590 cc) & 4.0 litre (3980 cc) six-cylinder in-line dohc petrol engines and automatic transmission
About half of the time, the reason why the Jaguar XJ6 will not start or quits running is because of the two main electrical problems that I described above. The other cause of the XJ6 not starting or quits running is the fuel system. Mostly, it is the fuel pump being killed by rust flakes from the two fuel tanks.