USED Jaguar XF Saloon (07 - )

My car

Been driving an Impreza with Prodrive since 2004. A great performing car. I have test driven various BMW and Audi’s. While in South of France a car pulled up outside the restaurant, really eye catching. I was stunned to find it was a Jaguar XF! On returning to the UK I visited the local Jag dealer. The friendly and professional approach of the staff was immediately a contrast to the nonchalant treatment from various BMW and Audi dealers. An immediate test drive of an XF 3.0d S Portfolio with dynamics pack and aero pack ensued. What a drive! Dual carriageway, A road then winding B road driving it like my Impreza. I couldn’t believe the power and acceleration. Switching to dynamic mode and it was glued to the road on the tightest of corners with foot to the floor. The sensation was fantastic and beyond my driving expectations. Then there was the luxury of the cockpit that oozed quality, modern style and impeccable attention to detail. Minimal road noise and amazing sound system. My first XF experience was accompanied by a permanent jaw aching perma-smile. Jaguar I owe you an apology! I thought you were an old man’s car maker with complimentary flat cap and cravat for all, but here you have created a work of mechanical luxury with the heart of a bison and feline lines. I do have one problem; I have to continue to drive my Impreza until my new 3.0D S arrives in September, yes with the stunning dynamic and aero pack. Swapping my boy’s toy for a man’s toy? Absolutely!

My car

No doubting it's a wonderful car to drive. However, am I the only person who thinks it looks a little cheap? It has more than a whiff of Ford about it. And the chrome isn't right, too plastic-looking; the overall effect is all a little too... erm, Chigwell?

Can't help thinking, chuck a blue oval badge on it and it could be the new Scorpio.....