This British Racing Green 2002 Jaguar XK8 is a Little Bit Clichéd, But Still a Luxury Car Bargain
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- Sometimes Americans who buy Jaguars go a little overboard, what with the British Racing Green, Boots and Bonnets, Union Jacks, and that sort of thing. Many probably become Anglophiles, replaying their VHS cassettes of the Charles and Diana wedding, and celebrating the Queen Mother's birthday. It's all a bit too much.
But the allure of Jaguar, at least a vintage jaguar, is hard to resist. Swooping, elegant sheet metal, rich acreage of lush burl wood, yards of aromatic Connolly leather, and the mystique of having a car that needs repaired on a bi-weekly basis.
Actually, since Ford got a hold of Jaguar in 1989, the reliability and engineering factor has been on an upward trend. Jags may not be as romantic as they were during the E and D-Type days, but they look great, smell better, and offer a fair alternative to the sterile detachment of German luxury.
Still, there's that old reputation that's been nearly impossible to beat. The good news is the rest of us can benefit from that, as fear of Jaguar pushes used prices way down, presenting the fearless among us with a luxury car bargain. Cars like this 2002 XK8 can be had for a fraction of what a comparable Mercedes-Benz SL would cost, and offer many of the same fine features, beautiful appointments, and electronics by Ford and Bosch.
Not a bad deal at all.
Full review and test drive by Bill. Car facilitated by Autohaus of Naples. www.AutohausNaples.com.
“Oh, for the love of God! (deep, heavy sigh)”
That’s sooooo Bill!
You're soooooo right!
Your right!!!!
Jimmy and his union jacks!
13:43 Bill's heavy sigh is the ringtone for when my wife calls me.
That's sad, Curtis.
@@labornurse you've obviously never met my wife
😆😆😆 Killer
That is a clever one!
Bill is my favorite human being ever I live in NJ and I’m tempted to buy a car from FL just because of Bill
This guy really does his homework he’s a great narrator gives you history and I like the way he does everything including talking about the trees and the birds around him he gives you a show while introducing you to a car he really has it together
You aren't the only one!
Bill really is the man, when I decide on an old Benz Im going down to Florida to see him, I'll brib him will Whiskey and a Carton of Cigarettes
Just discovered this channel and I’m absolutely loving it. What a knowledgeable and funny guy Bill is. Loved the boot and bonnet comment, and I’m English! Keep up the brilliant commentary. Cheers
Who else is here to hear Bill say "you can put the baby or a AK-47 in the trunk". 🤣☠
I'm here to hear him trash the detailer.
Yep Bungee down those curtain climbers in the truck with the bungee straps so they don’t roll around and damage thanks . I think he is funny as hell. LMAO
Bill for President 2020!
for sure!!!
Yes please!
YES YES
2024, after Trump leaves,,lol
He couldn't get elected dog catcher.
It's a beautiful car, it is a beautiful design. I love it.
Needs reshaped to look more like an XK-E...
My favorite Jaguar of all time 😍
10:03 I think my own whiskey therapy is finally taking hold. You said: "trunk space". I heard: "drunk space". Drunk space it is!
I'd never have pegged you as a Jack drinker, I thought you drank good bourbon! Great review on a beautiful car. Thanks Bill
The first few minutes Was the most epic weather report ever. Weather reporters should take note...thanks for another great video.
I'm here for the weather reports and hatred of birds and children. For the love of God! *he sighs*
Birds are mean, that green Cat is just amazing, mostly in BRG!
“ ...the back seats are there for thalidomide babies or a philosophical discussion about what they are” OMG !!!!
Wow, I never realized how absolutely gorgeous this model of Jaguar was!
Nor I. It's breathtaking
I think the xk8 is as beautiful as the e type
Nice car. I liked Herman Cain a lot too. I feel like the Media and some people don’t want the virus to ever end. Keep up the Great work. Nice reprise at the end with the highway footage.
Herman Cain was a great man very sad to see him go! I also liked the clip at the end on the interstate, hope he does that for some more cars
agree
They don't want it to end. Too many people making a lot of cash off this whole thing
@@rudolphguarnacci197 Maybe you are right, but you can be sure it is people "with money" who are simply being greedy. As is their way.
I own this car in 1997 and 2000. Both are a hoot to drive. No one knows what they are these days.
Great review and a great car! You’re pretty spot on with the flags, we are subtly patriotic; I'd like to see us embrace more of an American attitude but after centuries of imperialism its best to lay low! Thanks for the hard work with these reviews, very entertaining!
You're right! I feel patriotic when I see our flag, but I wouldn't mention it. The most atrocious display was when the Rover 75 was launched at the Frankfurt motor show draped in a Union Jack while God save the Queen was playing. Cringe! I'll just take most pride in the musical contribution since the Beatles.
I love seeing palm tree reflections on the hood
Ahhhhh - I've gone down the Bill rabbit hole and have reached a zenith of personal zen to now watch a review/monologue on the same day it was recorded. Much love from Hamilton, Ontario you glorious bastard.
Have a 2006...x100 ....really really REALLY great car...worth every penny....
Just bought a 2003 x100. Super fun vehicle
💯 accurate comments! Had two of these now. Am 43 years old and had M3, boxster, typeR, gti etc. and LOVE these. Two kids in the back. V8 sounds. Stately drive
Finally a sports car in the right color.....Green. This is a gem.
Great to see you Bill & great review!
RIP Herman Cain. What a wonderful man. Terrible shame
agree
I love my 2004 XK8! I'll never sell it.
Absolutely freaking gorgeous
Thanks Bill, I am hooked, finally bought myself a 2004 xk grey blue
These Jags will be future classics,give it twenty years and in good nick they will be very sought after and will only go up and up in value,especially in the US where they can at least afford the fuel to run them.
They're not that bad. about 25 to the gallon. There are definitely more thirsty cars around.
I used to own one of these beasts. They go great, suspension is firm but not the sort that wrecks your back. Just check the plastic cam chain followers have been done as they are a weak point on the engine. I am right with you these cars should become a collectors cars.
Hey is that what makes it stall?
@@kashmirparker1884 more likely to be the throttle position sensor check that first. but could also be lots of other things
Being a Jag fan, the XK 8 looks a real GEM
LMAO!!! "of course, there's the wipers, 'cause I'm a retard" MAN, the way you phrase things is AWESOME!!!
Who else was worried we might not have heard from Bill again after his racing weekend?
I’m more worried about the birds taking him out on the way there...
God forbid
Said it before Bill should have his own talk show!! 🙏🙏
Lol...apparently the "Birds" Hitchcock film must have left a lasting impression. Love the car and color 👍
I come here just for the commentary, this is pure used car gold I'm probably going to end up buying cars from you just because you come across as genuine and beyond honest. Keep up the good work my friend it's a pleasure videos and I am currently looking for another 911.
I want to hear more about the "racing" weekend. Good to have you back Bill!
U R the Greatest character on UA-cam, Bill 😂 U just do U so well 🎉
Bill: A much stiffer ride than you would expect....
Me: That's what she said...😂😂😂😂😂😂
I have owned 2 Jags, a 93 XJ-6, which was a Lucas Electronics nightmare before Ford fixed those problems, but a beautiful, well running and smooth car, and presently a 2005 XK-8 which was my dream car for years. The XK is such a beautiful car and a dream to drive, and thanks to Ford, has much fewer problems than before Ford's ownership. I hate that Ford sold the brand to Tata because I have always been a Ford fan as well and they did so much to fix many Jaguar problems.
My man you never let me down keep up the good work awesome
Oh no, they inflict the flags on us in England as well. One of the most popular options for a Mini is a Union Jack roof. Definitely agree about Ford saving Jaguar from the ends though. The 70's and 80's in the British car industry was a disaster.
Yes Bill......the humidity in July/August is insane. It literally drives me insane. I feel you Bro. I'm in Ft. Lauderdale and it's the same here.
This dude is hilarious!!! I might even have some more whiskey this morning cause why not LOL
As an Englishman of 54 years standing,I can confirm we don't really do the whole " patriotic flag " thing .
You see the odd union jack in a back garden, but public buildings don't fly it and it's only recently that mini (German own) and land rover (Indian owned) have started incorporating the flags designs into the cars design.
That’s a bit of a shame.
Yeah, we need cars with swastika floor mats...
I owned a 1999 XK8 from 2011 to 2015. The wife failed to heed the maintenance requirement of having the cam chain tensioners replaced at 100,000 miles. She cried her eyes out when the engine suffered two bent connecting rods and a host of other failures. I bought and installed the infamous "octopus" rubber cooling line(s). I still have the permanent scares and punch holes on my forearms to show for it. Other than that, I feel that it was the sexiest, sleekest automobile ever.
The best car reviews on UA-cam!!
Bill, don't put the Jaguar down, looks like a very nice car!!
The best V8 ever built..!!!!
I'll admit it; I switched the voice settings to "Female" in my 2011 XJ just because when someone calls me and she announces the call in that lovely British accent it makes me happy. :-)
The first 1.20 minutes of this video is hilarious 😂 the green XK8 is beautiful
For the love of God...
Robert Ledesma,
Always followed by a deep, loud sigh. 😂
Speaking of God, Bill, please. Try, try, try to stop saying "GD". For Me? A pleasant, attractive Southern blonde?
@@labornurse
Please. Get over yourself
The best 'For the love of God's are always followed by a good bashing of Dalton the Detailer.
@@labornurse Would you put out for Bill?
My xkr has over 120000 miles on it and the ashtray and drink holder are still perfect.
If you want a softer ride turn off sport mode and keep traction on otherwise the active suspension runs stiffer.
Thats a beautifully styled car. I just wouldn't want to pay the money to maintain it unless this, for some reason, was my dream car. Its not mine, but it probably is for someone. My older sister almost bought a Jaguar for her first new car.
Not horrendously expensive to maintain actually. It's a Ford engine.
I remember when this car first arrived on the scene, 1996, a client of mine rolled up to the office in a blue one. Looked lovely. Althought I was more interested in looking at his lovely wife than his new car, tbh lol. He had a false arm, and a lazy eye, but apparently managed to drive it without incident. ;)
Love how Bill talks about non car shit for half the car reviews. Keep the Whiskey going Bill
Love xk8 the 2005 was the final addition beautiful to my taste specially the one with out the stupid screen greetings take care
Its giving me 007 die another day vibes mixed with Richard Gilmore from Gilmore girls
Good luck with the sale. It's a lovely car, for a fraction of the price of a similar Mercedes I'd hope.
We British don't really do much flag waving, not to the extent that the the USA does at least. I'm Scottish living in England so the Union Jack floormats dont't do much for me, but I don't get excited about Scottish nationalism either. As far as Germany goes, the only people who are into German flags tend to have shaved heads, neck tattoos and bomber jackets.
"Speaking of things that get you wet."
I have a Jaguar car channel here on UA-cam and dude, you know your stuff. LOVE your vids and I can not believe you did not bitch about that plane overhead that went by. LOL, keep them coming Bill. We love you dude..
He's slipping
This dude and his stories, I could listen to this for days.
Cliched nothing. It's beautiful. I have an 03 XKR and love it. No Union Jacks anywhere on it, though.
My mom had a 89 xj6. Most comfortable seats I ever road in.
My two Jaguars XJ6C and XKR were the most comfortable cars ever ...
*Way, WAY lower ownership expense than a Mercedes R230* as well, but much the same experience. I'm not a Mercedes basher, as my daily is an R171.
I have woodpecker feeders in my yard to attract them. They never bother me. Always happy to see them. This guy finds them terrifying 😃
"Let's turn traction off just for ShIts aNd GiGgLes" LOLOLOL one of the best lines!! Subscribed! 😄
Something these cars often do on their own. The ABS module has a flaw where the solder joints break and then that disables the ABS and the traction.
Nice job on this one, Bill!
There's a bird just sitting on my neighbor's roof watching me. It hasn't moved in 30 minutes and I'm convinced it's a government spy.
You are awesome man! Looking forward to you doing these videos!
they had union jack mats here too ! Just like the modern mini has union jack rear lights
British Racing Green Metallic is just synonymous with a Jag XK
Your the best competary ever lol. I could listen to you talk through the whole video.
Fantastic video Bill, your humour is top form.
James Hunt would have gone partying with you
I watched a documentary on woodpeckers yesterday, got suggested this vid today.
Damm that car is Awesome!! Thanks for the laughs as always!!
Bill our weather has been like there here in Buffalo lately.HOT &MUGGY!I'd rather it was winter.
My grandfather had a XK8 with British Racing green but his was a 2000 model!
Glad to see you back at home Bill. Oh and no one, repeat no one in the UK would have Union Jack flags on their floor mats. Yuck!
Love the chat and magnificent cars
Love the look of the Jag, gr8 video Bill 👍
Got an 20O2 xkr British racing green w/ all kinds of shelby tech= 2 blowers, supercharger, intercooler,& custom exhaust...
Thinking about chipping it, but I already hand the base model 911, clk,6 & 3 series owners their own @$$'s on the daily...
Despite how hard parts & service are I truly love my
stargazer lilly!
Bill u make all the cars seem sweet!!👍👍
I'm getting one of these when I hit my midlife crisis. I'd switch the stereo for a bluetooth one though, one of those retro bosch ones that look the part.
I'm in the UK. I drive an X351 Jaguar XJ, diesel twin turbo, V6 3000cc. . There's no Union Flags on the car which I'm pleased about as it's an Indian company that owns Jag nowadays. The only cars I've had with the Union flag on them were MGs (prior to MG going bust and being bought by the Chinese). The ZR, ZS and ZT had them on the C pillar,
Your a brilliant UA-camr, love your U.S whit
Woodpeckers regarded this earth with envious eyes, and slowly and surely drew their plans against us.
25:01 Opening scene of "Final Destination - Part 25"
I'm a sucker for this car too. You have a point about the Union Jack floormats, I used to have Union Jack badges on my AJS motorcycle and I'm from Holland... AJS? yes, I'm even older than you...
We live for Bill’s exasperating sighs.
Dammmn I like this car! And I like this channel!
Jags scare me in terms of reliability
No worse rhan any other 20-year-old luxury car but far far better looking than anything else......
I’ve had XK’s since 1998 and every one has been completely reliable. Currently have a 2012 XK Portfolio Convertible - 34,000 trouble free miles so far. Maintain them properly and they are as reliable as any other car.
It's a Ford really (though Ford no longer own Jaguar for the newer models)
Weather sucks???🤔🤔🤔🤔bro, it looks gorgeous. Try Manchester United Kingdom in the winter😂😂😂
That Jaguar looks awesome btw!!!!
Watch out for those wood peckers . Great car . Great review.
Yep Bill- it's cliche to a degree or 6, but the formula works
Using the J shifter can be fun but not as much as a full-manual car. Handy for when you're waiting to overtake and don't want to wait for the slushbox lag. Note that it will still automatically shift to lower gears.
I’m so onboard with the flip phone 📲. Man sorry the racing blew cods. Glad you got some good boozin in tho
INTERSTATE, I thought I saw a unmarked police vehicle 🤔☺.
I had this but it was a ‘98 I believe. Same colour combo.
Awesome car
Never noticed that, from the side, the XK8 convertible looks like a luxury TVR Griffith. Where's Bill??
I prefer The Pump from Risky Business. RIP Jeff Beck
Poor man's AM. But love the lines, more than later revs. And BRG! I had an 02 S-Type, Ford crap TX went way too young. Fabric covering the A pillars started sagging like a Florida bluehair's stockings. And don't talk to me about window regulators! But for the right price I need one of these.
Great car! Yesterday I saw one of this in Bucharest.