ozmangrant

My 07 LS460L I picked up about 19 months ago from the Lexus dealer paid 24K, one owner and only 68K on it with executive package ( hard to find now). But now I see a 2011 XJL Black with London tan ... Sweet color combo. Asking 29K one owner and only 35K miles on it. Test drove it but is was rush hour so we sat in traffic. Okay guys I'm tempted, Help me stay the course..

situman

Its better that you give in to the urge. Otherwise you might turn resentful towards the LS. Its better to regret than to never have done.

droclex

The XJ-L is a sexy beast, no doubt, but I'd stick with your LS simply to avoid major headaches and expenses. IMHO, I feel the LS is the better and better looking vehicle overall, with it being much less ostentatious and of a superior build quality. The jag's smallish trunk also disappoints.. My understanding is that while Jag reliability has improved of late, the 2011 MY was still plagued with serious issues, especially with regard to the electrical system. A co-worker went down that road and if you so much as mention Jaguar, he will absolutely go off and recap some incredible horror stories. While amusing, I've never seen someone so traumatized by an ownership experience. Owning a vehicle that has issues is one thing - they all do - but when a car has widespread, well documented problems that even dealers cannot fix, then I just don't see the point of what ends up being a pretty paperweight. I liken the appeal of the Jag to that of the Grand Cherokee. I know that they aren't anywhere near each other in terms class/luxury, but the GC is very appealing to many due to its good looks (subjective) and capability, on paper. The reality is that if you buy either, there is an extremely high likelihood you are going to be dealing in a world of pain, comprised of recurring and unresolvable issues, despite an ultimately doomed appreciation for what the vehicle could be, in theory.

I'm sure poor dependability will be the single most cited reason for you not to buy the Jag and I imagine that the subject already has crossed your mind. Maybe try to hold off for a couple of weeks and see if the urge subsides. I'd hate for you (or anyone else for that matter) to be stuck 2 weeks after ownership, regretful and miserable.. Just my $.02, I wish you good luck with the decision either way!

ozmangrant

Thanks guys it has been really tempting, plus I still have the warranty from the dealership for the next 2 yr or 120k miles.... I guess I just need to style up my LS more then I'll fall in love with all over again.

sapstar66

oh man.... can't help you. Sorry... I LOVE that car too!

Littleguy

I had an XF a couple of cars ago and let's say that I will never own a Jaguar again. Wonderful when they work, horrible any time you need dependability or have to go to a dealer for service.

vividracing

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I believe i might be able to help you there

1WILLY1

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Im very much into the 07-09 Jag XKR's

From what I gather, they are pretty solid and reliable pending a few minor issues here and there.

Supercharged 420HP , id give one of those a look before getting into the XJ's, which have a less reliable reputation.

Nospinzone

I especially like the look of the interior on the XJ. I like the front exterior, but not crazy about the rear. Not enough of them are reported to Consumer Reports to rate the reliability.

My wife has 157,000 miles on her 2001 S-Type. The car drives and looks great. It has been very reliable. Years ago some engine component failed. I can't remember now what it was, but it wasn't more than several hundred to repair. A window regulator failed, but the one for the sister car, the Lincoln LS, was half the price of the Jag replacement one so I saved money there. Otherwise it's just been normal maintenance.

Of course this car was built when Ford owned them. I just don't know about Tata, but I like the styling of their models.

SW17LS

They're very nice cars, I seriously considered one before I got my LS. What kept me from doing it was Jaguar is really behind in tech, even compared to Lexus, and they're flashier and more ostentatious than the Lexus.

ozmangrant

Love the color combination



But just look at it...

LS430FL

That's really nice! Looks like a vanden plas too with the rear tray tables. I would get that as a secondary car not primary. However in my area those are all over like Hondas so they can't be that bad!

roadfrog

No doubt about it, the Jags are sexy. That allure quickly fades when you read about the horrendous reliability and depreciation. I'd lease one (maybe), but no way would I put myself through the same fiasco I experienced with my 7 series Beemer.

droclex

Interior looks exquisite man..such a good looking vehicle. I can see why you're tempted! Although I still would pass on it, it might not hurt to scavenge the forums and become more familiar with common complaints/issues:

http://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/tags/xjl/

dlbuckls10

Jaguar XJL is exotic and appealing with all that fine leather and wood. It definitely stands out in a crowd. Thumbs up.