What Car? says
For Fast, classy cruiser for the seriously moneyed
Against It's cramped and its engines gulp fuel
Verdict
One of the poshest ways of having the wind ruffle your hair
Go for… XK8
Avoid… XKR
- 1. The boot isn’t big, but there’s space for a weekend’s luggage, roof up or down
- 2. Have a good close look at the hood. If the motor fails or the fabric is torn, repairs will cost a mint
- 3. Older engines can suffer bore wear – watch for misfires and exhaust smoke as you blip the throttle
- 4. Check any timing belt rattles - a relatively cheap repair to the tensioner can prevent a much dearer engine rebuild
- 5. If the gearchanges are less than smooth, walk away - the gearbox may need an expensive rebuild
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