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2005 Jaguar XJ
Invoice: $55,811 - $82,201
Miles Per Gallon
City: 17 MPG - 18 MPG
Highway: 24 MPG - 28 MPG
Body Style: Sedan
Engines: 4.2L V-8 294 HP, 4.2L V-8 390 HP
Jaguar expands its XJ series for 2005 with three longwheelbase variations: the XJ8 L, the ultraluxurious Vanden Plas, and the highperformance Super V8. The new models offer enough rearseat room to recline and watch a movie while having lunch on a flipdown wooden tray, all coddled in rich wood and leather. Though stretched five inches, these longer and roomier Jaguars are just as quick, just as nimble and just as fuelefficient as the standardlength versions. Jaguar's flagship, the XJ8 was launched as an allnew model for 2003, along with the highperformance XJR. Both were greatly improved, offering superior ride and handling to their predecessors thanks to their rigid lightweight aluminum structure and computercontrolled doublewishbone suspensions. Jaguar now has a full selection of allnew XJs, and any one of them represents a great choice among luxury cars. Unlike other cars in this class, the XJ models are not burdened with cumbersome technology. Their considerable sophistication is tucked out of the way, so the driver benefits from technology without being annoyed or distracted by it. Most important, these big Jaguars offer true luxury. They make a statement when they roll up to an event and their interiors are rich and beautiful, trimmed in leather and wood. They ride wonderfully, are stable at speed and hang onto corners with tenacious grip. They offer quick acceleration and smooth, powerful braking. All of that, and they cost less than their German competitors.
Purchasing an older vehicle, such as the 2005 Jaguar XJ, makes good financial sense. You're able to avoid the steep depreciation rates that occur with brand new vehicles. This essentially gives you the advantage of getting a 2005 Jaguar XJ for less money than when it was new. If the 2005 Jaguar XJ was properly maintained, you also have a good chance of steering clear of problems that would have developed when the car was new.
The amount you pay for an older car depends on various factors. One important element is where you buy the vehicle. You're likely to get a better deal if you buy it from a private party, as opposed to a dealer. On the other hand, a reputable dealer will normally have some kind of limited warranty, so you can drive away knowing that if the car breaks down right away, you'll be covered. Another factor that may affect price on a 2005 Jaguar XJ is whether it's "certified" by the manufacturer. A certified vehicle will cost more because warranty service is provided that normally doesn't come with a used car.
Another dynamic that will play into the purchase price is the resale value. A used vehicle with a high resale value will obviously cost you more. It is expected that the 2005 Jaguar XJ will have a good-fair resale value. This assumes that the 2005 Jaguar XJ is in good condition and has a reasonable number of miles.
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