Here's Why the 1998 Jaguar XJR was Worth $70,000

Jaguar XJR car review. Here's why the 1998 Jaguar XJR was worth $70,000, car review and car tour with Scotty Kilmer. Car show off contest winner Mitch and his 1998 supercharged red jaguar XJR. What it's like to drive a Jaguar. This 20 year old car has a 4.0 liter V8 supercharged engine and tons of features. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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[@Burkeyy]

Scotty Kilmer nice vid

[@bretsonenstein]

Is he saying the engine is ok because there's less sulfur in the gasoline today?

[@guapo_lee3633]

I Own an 1999 Jaguar XJR, and I absolutely love this car! I get compliments everywhere i go and people are always trying to race me for some reason

[@useyourbrain6937]

370 horsepower no doubt

[@pootiss4040]

Would you say it's reliable car

[@phylmeproduction4562]

@@pootiss4040 I habe one too from 1998 and I’ve never had any issue except the woofer in front have blown. Juste do the maintenance as recommended (and a little more).

[@monacoathlete2755]

Last car my dad owned before passing was a pristine low miles '98 sapphire blue on creme leather XJ8. Back in 2000 he let me drive it that time I wanted to impress my girlfriend out at the movies. Incredible ride, so luxurious, comfortable, and fast! Even the non supercharged model pulled 300hp. Memorable night, thanks dad.

[@MitchGrooms]

wow Paris, so sorry for your loss, love the story..

[@monacoathlete2755]

Mitch Grooms Thank you I appreciate that.

[@monacoathlete2755]

- thank you ✌

[@777jones]

These are cooler than anything jaguar builds today. And $6000 or so for a cherry one. Beautiful.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx bud..

[@Jwdude123]

Not anymore. Good luck finding a good example.

[@maximumbuilds8080]

@@Jwdude123 I just bought a spotless one for 4000

[@Grandpaneedsblood]

@@Jwdude123 easy

[@jaynikk758]

They last forever too since the engine is basically a V8 Ford based design and an Eaton supercharger, my local Land Rover/ Jag shop has a customer with 315k miles on his 03 XJR, can't wait to get mine running!

[@mariolt4940]

One of the best looking jaguar

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@jameshall4385]

A very unassuming muscle car. 370 horse power is pretty respectful.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx James, yes it is, even today standards..

[@prince_sach50]

@@MitchGrooms yup

[@mr.butterworth]

@James Hall *respectable

[@octaviobumble5245]

@@mr.butterworth good man

[@w.e.s.]

Noway in hell is this car a muscle car. These r considered exotic cars

[@gregormiller4037]

Smooth, clean lines...what was once old, is now new again.

[@gregormiller4037]

I just remember the fold down tables in the back seats, can't remember if this unit has.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx for that

[@Jwdude123]

The Vanden Plas has picnic tables

[@InternetDude]

I have an 06 XJR, these things are awesome to drive.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@DailyDriver.]

Is it reliable ?

[@richardcarter1000]

Great car the XJR. I had the same model even the same colour. Did 150k miles in mine. One of the best.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@ericnunezx]

Just 150k?

[@jakekaywell5972]

Oh, my... This type of Jaguar is one that I could easily see myself getting into if I were a discerning English (or Commonwealth) gentleman. Its walnut trim, leather interior, and that sumptuous XK series inline 6 engine would be enough to persuade me to have a cruise anywhere. So long as it would not become overly plumby with the problems, I would be as pleased as punch with this *lovely* automobile.

[@hoppysport2872]

My friend buys and sells cars. In 2007 he bought a 2002 XJR, same color, candy apple red with a white leather interior...34,000 miles. His had the metal guides and no liners. He buys it to flip and loved it so much that he kept it. Still has it to this day. He swears it's been a super-reliable car. It looks incredible.

[@MitchGrooms]

Thx Bill, yes, the 2001-2003 were the best year and they are bullet proof, tell your friend I said hey.. thx

[@annebradley6086]

Beautiful car 🚗 - luscious color! My father had a Chrysler Imperial several years. With seven kids - 5 too young to drive. That car was a dream to ride in.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx Anne for that

[@johntechwriter]

I've owned three of these babies over the years and Scotty's mention of the problematic plastic timing gear is accurate. It's about an $1800 job to replace the plastic components with metal. (Replace the plastic water pump with metal while you're at it.) Aftermarket supercharger pulley wheels will get you an immediate 30 hp bump with no additional tuning required. But don't do burnouts or you'll blow out the rear end. The car's torque makes it exquisitely drivable and its Bilstein shocks and control arm suspension make it a comfortable high-speed tourer capable of managing fast sweepers. At around the 100k mark you'll need the transmission thoroughly cleaned out. If it isn't, accumulated metal dust could gum up the works and cause it to fail. My last XJR, a 2001, was ultra reliable and going strong with 156k miles on the clock when I sold it last year for $5,500. You can get one of these dirt cheap but don't do it unless you can maintain it yourself or you have access to an honest, Jaguar-specialist shop for maintenance. (The dealer service shops are too expensive.) This model was the high point, style- and performance-wise, of the classic XJ series and as such was the equal of any of its German counterparts along with having one thing they didn't: sex appeal.

[@cactusthomas914]

Excellent appraisal of the marque John. I have just restored my 3rd X308 Jag Supercharged. Timing chains, rust, bushes, diff, auto trans, headliner, bodywork and paint. My friends think i'm mad but i love these cars. Just can't take to the new Jags. I live in the UK and most of the car clubs agree you'll never beat the elegance, space, grace, and pace of the early Jaguars.

[@MrPelletgunguy]

I have a 99 XJR. They're awesome.

[@hawada2983]

Hell0 Im planning to buy an xjr8 1999 I would. Like. To take. Your. Advice as an. Owner of this car, how its reliability wise and does the engine survice kickndowns and pressure ? Thanks

[@twincitydezray]

It's worth 2500-3000 now...😆😆😆

[@akbarbukhari]

and thousands in repair

[@megaxboxx]

Buy an ls430 2001-2006 , literally the best saloon car ever made, convert it into a VIP lounge for less than a thousand and you're the king of the night, as reliable as a 90's camry if not better with the luxury of a fully loaded sclass... Can't go wrong there

[@04dram04]

But still the cheapest supercharged v8 you can buy

[@MitchGrooms]

better get one quick than..:-) Thx Shawn.

[@brandonherrera2891]

Shawn John clearly you, and all the dumb asses that thumbed you up, look at prices again👍

[@kanob6440]

Drove an 02 xkr once and bought it. Best car I've ever owned. For an older car, it turns so many heads.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx and yes,

[@dazaro3]

I have a 1995 XJ6 4.0 and love the car,it gets lots of attention where ever I go ,great car ,rot is the biggest problem.

[@MitchGrooms]

great, thx

[@stevied8855]

Hi dazaro, i had a 2.8 xj6 and the wheel arches and boot rusted and crumbled away. Mechanically it wasn't too bad but parts cost a fortune. Steve in Scotland.

[@jeffreymurdock8366]

Stevie D can get jag parts on ebay somewhat cheap. Some of it is oe

[@mr.butterworth]

Not parking your Jaguar under a leaky rain gutter goes a long way people.

[@ivanking569]

Great car, and still pretty fast by today's standards. I blow the doors off of a lot of newer cars today, of those not expecting for an older 4 door Jag to have a 4.2 liter 'Supercharged' engine. I upgraded the pulley, air intake system (i.e., filter and pipe) which gave it an extra 25-30 HP. So, it's over 400HP now. I do think that 70K was a tad steep for the car, back then. But, if you're looking for performance, class, and style, it's the answer.

[@MitchGrooms]

Ivan, this my Jag Scotty is highlighting. What year is yours? Are you on Facebook? I run a Jag page there., Jaguar XJR, Super 8 and Daimler Super V8/VDP owners and admirers group

[@ivanking569]

Beautiful car, and I really dig the color. Mine is a platinum silver with oatmeal interior 01' XJR. And, yes, I'm on FB. I also have an 01' XK8. I'll look you up on FB. I love Jags.

[@HAL-dm1eh]

I have always absolutely loved Jaguars but the negative outweighed the plus. I often wonder was I being short sighted somehow because I have a friend who also loved them and made them a part of his life by making them an actual business investment and claiming them a success. At any rate more power to their enthusiasts. They are absolutely beautiful automobiles and have more style than most German autos IMO.

[@haoyuan5]

Why negative outweigh the plus?

[@HAL-dm1eh]

@@haoyuan5 They break too much.

[@jaynikk758]

​@@HAL-dm1ehThey really don't if you get the right years aka X350 Jags. 04-09 roughly. Mine has almost 200k miles and running excellent still.

[@southernbrew4252]

All metal recyclers praise Jaguar for keeping them in business!

[@MitchGrooms]

hhmm, thx.

[@kevinoneal5393]

I have a 96 XJR wit the supercharged straight line V6.. I luv that car.. Haven't seen many of those on the road. Parts are hard to come by but I luv the car. Thanks for the video.

[@robbland6312]

What’s a straight line V6 then…..is that like an in line V6 ……. ? 😂😂😂😂

[@kevinoneal5393]

@@robbland6312 geez this comment was 5 years ago lol.. didn't realize it typed 'V' smh. It's a straight 6. Good day!

[@Oldbmwr100rs]

Buy the post '03 XJR if you want one, all aluminum chassis and body, 4.2 V8 with many improvements and 6 speed ZF transmission. Faster and honestly dependable, do some research if you don't believe. These cars also pull near 30 MPG on freeway driving, the alloy models are also quicker and better handling than you would believe. If you're more after luxury, go for the XJ8 super V8 model.

[@MitchGrooms]

yes, thx..

[@Oldbmwr100rs]

Those models are around and can be found shockingly cheap, and they're not hard to work on.

[@MitchGrooms]

yes,,

[@venaautos]

Not even joking, this video just sealed my next car. Currently own a 1997 XJ6, was thinking of getting an XJR to go alongside, I've confirmed my decision.

[@venaautos]

Mitch Grooms Will definitely do a full check of engine and ensure that the tensioners have been changed by manufacturer. Also, I have subscribed to your channel :)

[@MitchGrooms]

thx, most the time the manufacture did not change them, but regular mechanics did, look on my channel and I posted the video about 2 months ago concerning my tensioners, it will show you what they looked like when we replaced them..

[@Jo_Wardy]

My dad's mate has a dark green 1998 XJR V8 supercharged. It's the coolest car I've ever seen.

[@MitchGrooms]

great

[@iliaslamari7315]

*An English car built in England. Designed by Ford and equipped with a Mercedes gearbox. Scotty, you would agree that this is a recipe for a disaster?*

[@theovee4321]

Mercedes doesnt make gearboxes

[@StefanoWeston]

The Mercedes 5speed auto is actually quite reliable if maintained properly.

[@MitchGrooms]

LOL, all the upgrades have been done.. Love your post.. thx

[@Uninfluenceable]

The Mercedes 722.6 Transmission is actually one of the the world's most reliable automatic transmissions. That exact model is still used to this day in some MB cars and even by other manufacturers (Jeep), 20 years after it was introduced. (1998)

[@FM4AMGV]

many of the disasters at land rover and jaguar were inherited before Ford bought them. the old range rover was a BMW... recipe for failure.

[@yuvgotubekidding]

That is one pretty car.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx for that

[@georgebender1070]

The car represents the cat on the hood quick, fast,smooth ,roomy, quiet u have to drive one too understand no ones passing me on the highway unless I let them:

[@rennealexander8242]

I saw on in my job, an XJ8 with 137k miles for $3000...ran great! I'm still debating if I want to buy it

[@dbo8153]

I bought this car 9 months old in 1999 carnival red for 50k with low miles in perfect condition., fast, comfortable one of my favorite cars to take on long distance highway trips, the supercharger sound was awesome.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Cool video. I had not heard of this model

[@MitchGrooms]

thx, not many people have. They were the most expensive of the Jag lineup and were so expensive, not many were sold.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Mitch Grooms probably still way out of my budget even used. LOL. thanks for sharing!

[@thedant21]

A black one used to come through the car wash I worked at in high school. Used to hurt my soul to watch the wraps destroy that beautiful paint.

[@68free68]

I inherited my fathers 98 XJR and I love it. When I drive it I get questions from admirer regularly ❤️

[@robsrandomness7824]

I've always loved those XJRs. Classy! I'd never grow a pair of balls big enough to risk buying a used Jag, though.

[@MitchGrooms]

Thx Rob, What I was hoping to get through the video is to let buyers know you can get one of these that are dependable, BUT got to make sure everything has been done and checked twice. I appreciate your comment Rob..

[@ernestochang1744]

I got the less exciting boring car, the Jag X type 3.0 L v6 with 231 hp takes 1 more second to get to 60mph, but im assuming it weights less, and if you got a supercharger laying around, im sure it could give this XJ a run for its money, because i only payed $3,000 CAD thats canadian for if you dint know when you take $3,000 CAD into USD is a lot less in USD and the engine only has 89,000 kms they say the engine is the really good reliable engine used in ford mondeos called the Ford Duratec V6, while Ford's V6 engine only makes due with 128 - 167 hp this V6 engine has been beefed up by Jaguar adding DAMB Tappets and VVT. It doesnt look anything special just looks like any other normal car on the road

[@ernestochang1744]

@Nicholas Davis black...

[@ladyhock1954]

I bought a "92 XJS , V12 Coupe in 2003. Have had no trouble with it. Under 60,000 miles now. Serviced it last fall, it needs front bushings. There are a few quirks if they sit of course.

[@1995RangeRover]

Get the coolant hoses under the super charger changed or you could overheat the motor in a hurry. Great cars altogether!

[@MitchGrooms]

thx for that, yes, Had all hoses, everything redone to new specs, go to my page and you will see the vid that shows the tensioner replacement and the shape they were in at 65,000 miles, you sure know these cars..

[@jnordne2]

Almost bought one recently, sold before I could go look at it. Jaguars are really underrated performance cars though. I have a 2010 XF Supercharged. It's rated at 470hp from the factory, but it has more than that. At the drag strip she does consistent 12.5's, with a best time of 12.46. I'm faster than 5.0 Mustangs and SS Camaros, and a tenth slower than a 2018 Corvette Grand Sport. I'm looking to tune in the future and should break 11's. And with as much as they depreciate, you can get them for cheap. Keep up on maintenance and they are great cars.

[@xLPDz]

I have always wanted one big fan of British saloons

[@wholeNwon]

P.T. Barnum would have loved you.

[@xLPDz]

silverbird58 jolly good ol chap

[@gotskinn]

Wow! The engine sounds so good!

[@MitchGrooms]

thx, I wish I pushed it harder so you can really hear the Supercharger whine..

[@OOICU812]

That's a nice Jag. To be such a large car, I was surprised to experience how cramped the passenger space is on those XJs.

[@MitchGrooms]

Thx Les, yes, they are for sure

[@04dram04]

I live these. Like an affordable Bentley Arnage

[@MitchGrooms]

totally, we are on the same page there.. look on my page , got tons of Rolls, etc,,

[@greetl0ll1]

I love this channel. Always helpful, no long annoying intros, and straight to the point.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx. we appreciate you//

[@garysandiego]

I so miss my 2006 XJ Super V8. Stylish, fast, comfortable, handled well. Sigh....

[@MitchGrooms]

lol, get another..

[@Matt_from_Florida]

If I were a 4-door-sedan kind of guy (I'm not) that's what I'd get. It's beautiful & classy in a timeless way both in & out.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx Matt

[@Matt_from_Florida]

Mitch, most 4-door sedans don't stand the test of time. That's why except for two cars I've owned convertibles my entire life. That said your Jag has a stately elegance and oozes of old money. It has a country club acceptance-level exceeding most brand-new cars.

[@JJones-gw9vy]

I've always had a sweet spot for Jaguars... something about that refined leather and real wood paneling makes my pole stiff.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@marcmiller3753]

Great car. I've got a 2001 VDP with 55k on it. It's a great interstate cruiser as I've driven it cross country twice. 1000 mile days are very comfortable even traveling alone. Yes, I wish I had the supercharged engine but beggars can't be choosers!

[@daniloveljkovic8889]

This car was so much ahead of it's time.

[@ramivalencia]

Very classy car, especially with dark green paint. I was considering buying this model as my 2nd car, but it was so long it would not even fit in the garage. And street parking was very scarce around my apartment.

[@MitchGrooms]

this was the short one, the Vanden Plas was the very long one..LOL. Thanks for watching.

[@ramivalencia]

Mitch Grooms What!? This was the short one? Wow. I'll have to look it up. Long, V8, classy and low-to-the-ground sedans are some of my favorite cars.

[@aaronbays4]

They came in two wheelbases, the short one had no rear leg room, the long one was awesome, huge rear seat, foot-rests, had those wooden fold down picnic tables and dead sheep carpeting. As for being a long/big car, these are pretty small by American standards. Go look at a 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham, a full size pickup truck, Suburban, Lincoln Town Car, anything made before about 1977 lol.

[@MitchGrooms]

very true, thanks for watching

[@dennynisevic7848]

😂😂😂, king

[@Murr1can]

My grandpa owns a black, 99 XJR, I'm hoping one day he lends it to me or lets me buy it, it's a beautiful car and I'd love to give it a slightly louder exhaust to bring out it's aggression

[@tombob671]

Did they still have lucas electrics in Them? Lucas invented darkness. Jaguars are Gorgeous like a crazy unfaithful trophy wife

[@MitchGrooms]

lol, thanks

[@WBush-uc9pe]

I believe Lucas' father *invented* darkness. That's why Lucas is "The Prince of Darkness". Sorry, I'd probably do better telling that joke from the pulpit....

[@johntechwriter]

After buying Jaguar in 1990, Ford invested billions in top quality components, including an industry-leading multiplex electronics system. The X308 series did not have electrical problems. (I know all about these cars, having owned three over the years.)

[@gerardorodruiguez5928]

I was very serious about buying this 2004 XJR w/ 110,000 mil for 4,000$ as my first car. But after research informed me how expensive replacement parts were and how poor the aftermarket support was for the car I ended up canceling the deal. I also found that they aren't exactly the most reliable cars in the world (prone to Air suspension problems). I just didn't want to stress risking my hard earned money on something as Insecuring as an XJR AKA an old people car by youngsters. I'd rather just keep saving for a mach 1 mustang or a c4 Corvette at least if I ever sell people know the mustang and vette name far more than the XJR. Its overall a better investment, cheaper parts, better resale, easier to work on and come on who doesn't want a full flegid stick v8.

[@MitchGrooms]

The 2004 is a very dependable car, but the air suspension is a problem.

[@MrJordan306]

I owned a 1999 and by boring and sleeved the engine and put a smaller pulley on the supercharger it was pushing 400 + factory ecu and fuel pump. But I traded it for a Pontiac GTP and some cash. But looking back not the best trade or money spent.

[@woodroblue8332]

Man that nice ride bet it fun to drive

[@MitchGrooms]

thanks and yes, it is.

[@Mc007Queen]

Sweet looking red Jaguar

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@jenovaizquierdo]

Awesome video and awesome car.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@jimmysapien9961]

AWSOME car 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 l had a 1987 Jag - Vanden plas awsome

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@MrNightware]

Xj40? I have two xj40 one from 1986 (jaguar made) Other from 1990 (ford made) Extremely soft and comfy cars

[@jagboy69]

We had an 87 VDP when I was a kid. It was only 2 years old at the time. AC quit, 2grand to fix! Horn quit, 2grand (needed a new steering column) When the warranty ran out, the jag found a new home. For a sedan, it was a chick car all the way with it's skinny steering wheel and cramped footwells. Backseat was spacious and if I think real hard, I can still smell the leather. Too bad the 80's were not kind for Jag. Ford helped with some issues. Today I have a 69 E-type. At least I don't need a computer science degree to work on it. The xk straight 6 was in production for over 50years. Very impressive and tough as old boots.

[@MitchGrooms]

Thx Bud..

[@MitchGrooms]

, yes, the inline 6 was the best engine they put out, like a bullet, would love to see your E-type,, wow

[@maxmetz1700]

the transmission in these cars were horrible too, no one seems to be mentioning that.

[@robadams9523]

I had a 1999 XJ8 VDP and currently own an '06 XJ8L both of which were British Racing Green metallic. Absolutely love these cars.

[@jakers181]

Love that color

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@beastman.330]

It's knight fire red.

[@deannaallen5195]

I have the 1998. Almost every time I drive it, someone will walk up and tell me what a beautiful ride I have. My beauty only has 54000 miles on her. Sweet ride

[@useyourbrain6937]

Lucky man. I have a 1996 xj6

[@Jaglife]

Bought one today. 1998 in black. Great car.

[@cro47y]

I really like Jaguars, they have a great tone to the exhaust

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@pichardo2227]

Solid car!!!!

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@sambear8056]

So your telling me I only need the stronger timing chain tensioners and this engine is reliable? I want to buy one.

[@MitchGrooms]

actually, yes, make sure it was maintained too. Check Tranny pan for metal shavings.

[@andyvaid69]

Have 1. . amazing car

[@alphamacho6401]

Rev up your engines 🏎💭💭💭🔥

[@cavsnation831]

Hell yeah This thing is such a sleeper

[@michaelamick8295]

Nice video on the car, but what the heck is that bell ringing in the background for? Please find another place to edit the added naration for the sake of us with heaing aids that can boost certain background frequencies over others. Otherwise overall a tasteful presentation.

[@MitchGrooms]

Michael, sorry for that, note taken..thx

[@docjody8624]

Would enjoy a re-make of your video showing interior features, dash controls, back seat features, trunk, etc.-- a more thorough tour of this well-maintained beauty.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx for that. I do have that vid on my channel, actually a ton of them. Scotty likes vids that move very fast and this was made for his channel only..Go to my page and there are I think 15 vids of this car and 100 vids of others.. I appreciate your comment so much..

[@thomasharris5151]

My first Jaguar was a 98’ XJ8 Vanden Plas... it was a great car and my second was a 03’ SType R and it was a beast with a super charger smaller pulley, modified exhaust, CAI and tuned it’ll run 12.7-12.9 Et all day

[@MitchGrooms]

great

[@kamalabbady6778]

I think you should choose chrisfix Jaguar it's a pretty good car he put a lot work to it

[@chrisrva710]

x type cant even compare to any xj

[@lancemikaelson]

Hey Scotty, I have a jag XJR just like this, except 2002. I’m having issues with ECM, is there someway you can help me? My car’s condition is almost just as nice if not the same.

[@Bear_83]

Got me looking for one now.

[@beegood9395]

Great video Scott.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx Darek..

[@raydavis6085]

03 XJ8 ..85000 miles , replaced battery, front sway bar only issues..Love my Jag

[@MitchGrooms]

great. This is my XjR.

[@TheRjk76]

So much nicer than a modern jag. Diesels? SUVs?? What are they thinking??

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@okkiebokkelul9718]

I just bought a 1998 with all the work done too it. I'm loving it. Clear coat is peeling but who cares about paint when you have 370HP for $ 2800

[@MitchGrooms]

that is great, any vids? more vids of mine on my channel..

[@georgebender1070]

True lol fastest take off because of high torque "

[@marcobenz292]

Ah, the "Coventry Cat"! Fantastic car. Real mean look to them, especially in black with the big alloys. They're still really good value in the UK, especially as the new wave of Jaguars have hit the roads. To be honest, with correct maintenance, they're likely to be as reliable as any of the more complicated German rivals. Ok, a Lexus LS is likely to be a less worrying ownership proposition, but there's no soul in the driving experience. An American alternative may be less of a headache due to the fact an engine of equivalent capacity at the time would put out around 115bhp lol, but again, it'd lack the driving experience. Hopefully you'll be able to enjoy your Jag for years to come. :)

[@MitchGrooms]

Marco, you are so correct, here in the US, these cars are hated but in the UK, they are loved for sure.. I took care of everything to make sure it will run for a long time.. We Hope..

[@wildbillharding]

There's no soul in Lexus or any of the Merkel mettal cars.

[@mr.butterworth]

@Marco Benz you don’t know a thing about US cars if you think they were making 115 hp in the 90’s you dope. Cadillac had a 4.6 n/a V8 back then making 300, and the driving experience was no less than this. Also, nobody in the US “hates” Jaguars.

[@robertwright5487]

Beautiful car.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@kevinclark1944]

Scotty you are not just informative,you are also very entertaining,keep up the good work . Hey ,and clean that garage !

[@MitchGrooms]

lol..

[@sunnyr8434]

Awesome car.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@venustianotorres1967]

saw one in the junk yard with a v12 forest green, I shook my head no rust or dents.

[@nigelcharlton-wright1747]

Nice, underrated, classy car!

[@MitchGrooms]

thanks for that Nigel.

[@VoloKinProject]

I've got the regular 3.2 version and it drives like a dreeam. Nothing can beat a good old V8 for £800.

[@MitchGrooms]

correct, thx

[@baylessnow]

Except maybe the V12! Checkout the Tom Walkinshaw JRA Jags at the Bathurst 1000 from 1985, the V8's didn't stand a chance. Jag should have updated the V12.

[@MitchGrooms]

agree, that v12 was so freaking smooth as silk. When you started that engine, you could hear nothing..

[@MitchGrooms]

yes,

[@MitchGrooms]

they are the best ones..

[@deebocj]

That is a nice car! Great video.

[@MitchGrooms]

thx, really appreciate your comment,, tons of vids on my channel.. Scotty is the best..

[@johntechwriter]

Your observations about this series are correct. And it's too bad, because the Jaguar brand was already tarnished, unfairly some would say. The ironic part is, if like me you know this series well, you can buy one for peanuts, invest a couple of thousand fixing its few faults, and basically have a luxury sedan for life. It will bite at the heels of the latest AMG and M-series, and at the same time give you comfort and elegance only the British can create. And nobody will know you are just a working guy or gal. But one important point: Have access to an honest, non-dealer Jaguar maintenance shop. The "Euro" car fixers down the block will not know where to begin with this car.

[@MitchGrooms]

WOW John, you totally get it. Most people do not. This is my car and I have only 2 more things to do and it is done. Do you have one of these? I have so much car vids on my channel and so much of this car too

[@bob733333]

Jaguar dealership in Minneapolis is now a Whole Foods.

[@mso008]

In black this car was and still is so british gangsta! So sinistre and elegand at the same time.

[@lowratehitman]

I never heard why it was worth $70,000..in 98 you could have bought a Shelby Cobra for $26,000

[@MitchGrooms]

just the price they were selling for, yes crazy.. The speed and power was a good reason

[@hpt08]

As they age (250k miles etc), I think they are becoming an enthusiasts car. At a high mileage you need to replace a few more things than normal and mechanics give you an inflated Jag price when in truth is not that hard to do the stuff yourself. Rear main seal might be a problem though, as are the valve seals somewhat. Good to know how to weld too!

[@MitchGrooms]

thanks bud, I am the owner

[@greebj]

Wow that's a fail from Jaguar, BMW already recognised the Nikasil issue and had stopped making engines with it by March 1997. Only an issue if the owner used high sulfur (i.e. CHEAP) fuel and fuel quality regulations made it not an issue here in Australia. Making my Nikasil BMW V8 (about to hit 290000km and still getting floored all the time) cheap to buy!

[@MitchGrooms]

Gas here in the US back than was high in Sulfar and there was no way around it,,

[@theshield1613]

Ford saved Jaguar from extinction

[@MitchGrooms]

Yes, you are correct..

[@theshield1613]

- Yes same with land rover

[@cruisertechgt]

The Shield and Tata brought them back to the top

[@catsbyondrepair]

Nope wrong Ford ruins everything they touch.

[@theshield1613]

YUKI JINJUJI Sure okay what ever you say can't handle the truth

[@benfredock6499]

Great vid bro keep up the good work!!

[@MitchGrooms]

thx Ben

[@xDivinitysCreaturex]

In my 2004 you can be in it for 6 hours and come out more refreshed and relaxed than when you got in.

[@olikat8]

...and you can always swap in an LS powertrain if the motor fails. Cheaper and more power w/o a blower. Add a blower and it's a monster

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@zatiticherry3421]

I always dug that ride; Classy and quick, enjoy Bro!!

[@MitchGrooms]

thanks for that

[@HELLHAMMERHANDHIX]

I have a genuine 1973 bull nose jaguar hood ornament !!!

[@MitchGrooms]

great

[@HELLHAMMERHANDHIX]

Mitch Grooms...sure is...I'll find the right buyer for it one day !!!

[@Jerkwaad]

Resembles the Bentley Arnage strikingly much

[@MitchGrooms]

yes, the Rolls is the regular Jag, the Bentley is the XJR, yes, you understand..

[@HoschtonBoy]

Scotty's garage has a very masculine name: Disarray

[@daakrolb]

The car looks great. Excellent work on the polish/wax. Mind if I ask what how you get it looking so well (Products I mean... the elbow grease is expected.)

[@MitchGrooms]

thx for that. Long story,, the car was from Florida and was parked for many years, than it was shipped up here to Atlanta to the friend of the original owners. He let the car also sit for years. If you go to my page, you can see the process of the paint work that has been done, it is 99% showroom ready

[@WarriorPaxo]

makes me miss my 95 xj6

[@MitchGrooms]

I bet..

[@simonjohnhinton1938]

My favourite was the Daimler double six, a gas guzzling luxury barge with all the trimmings.

[@MitchGrooms]

totally

[@Sky92651]

I owned one Metallic Black on cream interior. If was a fantastic car.

[@MitchGrooms]

Lynn, get another one..lol

[@Morongobill]

Love the look and the sound. Great looking car!

[@MitchGrooms]

thx

[@georgebender1070]

The power is amazing the torque is stop light to stop light fast leather wood hood ornament is truly represent the cat on the hood quick powerful ""

[@lovesautodetail]

God I love this channel.

[@neorebu]

it's getting better with time⌚like wine 🍷

[@MitchGrooms]

thx, me too..:-)