Jaguar XJ6 Series 3 Owner Review

A review of my 1982 Jaguar XJ6 Series 3. This great saloon car saved Jaguar from ruin and went on to be one of its most popular models.
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[BackwardFinesse]

If only more car reviews were as balanced and sensible as this one. Thank you.

[gunner]

I had mine as a 30th anniversary present from my wife, just 2 weeks ago. We flew to London for the weekend to celebrate and picked the car up the day before our return journey to the south of France. It was a long but glorious journey, catching many an eye as we cruised across France. A wonderful gift, great car and lovely wife (who is not allowed to drive it). It was a fair swap, as I had bought her 30 red roses which were delivered to our kensington hotel suite! I really love her....and my wife isnt bad either lol!

[MegaHeartfield]

Very well presented, I have a Series 3 myself and I do not drive it a lot, but I feel confident It would not let me down. I am in South Australia.

[websurfer]

There's something really special about these cars, just a timeless design and quality that endures!

[kumaresonchandrarajan]

Excellent review.

I have a similar XJ6, a 4.2. One of the biggest issues is rust building up on the insides of both fuel tanks. This causes tiny rusted particles to clog up the fuel lines and injectors thus resulting in the engine jerking quite a bit. Had to remove the tanks, clean them up, weld them and finally have them reinstalled. Initially the jerkiness was still there as some particles were present in the fuel lines. Was advised to change the fuel filter which I did at least twice. Now the car runs really well.

One other thing I noticed before the fuel tank clean up, was the jerkiness that was present when the fuel tanks were low or below half tank, there’s very little jerkiness if the tanks were fully fuelled. So, I used to fill the tanks full after a long drive.

A long drive (I do about 50kms) once a week improves the performance very much and keeps the car in really good shape. Avoid short drives especially where the route has numerous traffic lights or where the traffic prevents a long cruise at a consistent speed.

All the best to those interested in the Series 3. It’s such a beautiful car, the ride quality must be experienced to be believed. It has performance, comfort and luxury and for its era, must have been one great machine!

[jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal]

She is a beautiful example! My dad's XJ6 was Burgundy and it drove forever. Thank you for preserving a timeless classic.

[jedw]

I just bought a series 3. Found a low mileage example locally for a great price. I have to pinch myself everytime I see it, gotta be one of the prettiest cars ever made, and sounds like a spitfire going down the road!

[JSDesign.Hongkong]

A really well done video that’s accurate, informative and calm. A real pleasure. Thank you from a Daimler Series 3 4.2 owner whose car is now at only 186, 000 miles.

[mikehughes]

We've been the 2nd owners of our 1987 Vanden Plas since 1989, which still sports its original paint and interior fittings. The most beautiful four door saloon ever produced, we knew it was a keeper the day we bought it. To date It has given us 147, 000 miles of near flawless service, with only careful regular servicing and replacement of wear items as necessary, and we do not hesitate to take it on any road trip. Drive 'em 'til the road wears out!

[DoudD]

I drove a Series III XJ6 for many years as a daily driver. Great car. And reliable. Never once was I stuck by the side of the road. (For that matter, I've had 5 Jags and none of them have ever left me stranded). It's getting harder and harder to find a good Series III, though. Age, rust, neglect eventually take a toll

[NorceCodine]

I was thinking to buy one of these for some time, but this video cured me completely. Jesus Christ!

[manofthehour]

Very nicely, well-presented profile of a great car, and extremely useful basic guidance for potential ownership. Many thanks, Mike!

[travisbutler]

I love this video. Very informative and a pleasure to watch!

[michaelgalea]

Thanks for your report. Really well done. I have a 1985 S3 XJ6 with 150, 000 Klm and a full history since it left the UK. I love it, and it really enjoys her occasional drive from Adelaide to Mt Gambier on those excellent roads. Its like riding on a cloud. She likes her car cover and carpeted garage floor in the garage. I might have to sell her due to my failing vision, which is a worry. Thanks again.

[tianntiann]

Just bought mine after losing my brother as a way to remember him this is indeed a good car it drives perfectly well the interior is exquisite not forgetting that its eye catching wherever i drive it people always ask if i am selling which is a definite no .

[jaguarantony]

My father had a 1987 Jaguar XJ6 series III. It was the most beautiful car

[harveysmith]

Very good advice about pressure washing. You create 100% humidity with them so wherever the air goes, the moisture does too.
You have a beautiful car, I love all cars that have a Pininfarini influence or design, but the Series lll is my favorite car of all.

[lead-dog]

great review Mike. i have an '87 xj6 and it has been running great since i spent some money on it initially. A/C needed replacing and i replaced the leather on the front seats. i've had a few minor repairs since then but nothing major. i put about 300 miles per month on it mostly on beautiful back roads. very relaxing.

[sidhawkwind]

Nothing more classy then a Jag on a country road

[gazzacole]

Awesome video thank you I’m searching for a series 3 at the moment so your video has been most helpful