The JAGUAR XJ (1995-03) XJ8 4DR SALOON 3.2 V8 EXECUTIVE AUTO5 is a traditional luxury saloon, rather than a hatchback or SUV. It sits in the premium executive-car class, offering a roomy cabin and smooth automatic driving. Its elegant, understated shape gives it an unmistakably British presence on UK roads. Mycarcheck.com records 582 checks covering 271 distinct VINs, a useful sample for this older model. The average private-sale valuation was £1,000, with average recorded mileage of 100,000 and about 2,000 miles driven yearly. Checks showed around five previous keepers, so individual history and condition deserve careful attention before any buying decision. The 3.2-litre V8 makes this XJ8 appealing to drivers who value quiet, relaxed progress and a distinctive alternative to German executive saloons such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class or BMW 7 Series. It suits long journeys and luxury-car enthusiasts, but running costs and age-related repairs may exceed those of family cars.