Jaguar XJR (X300)

The story

Ford's money paid for a thorough rework of the XJ40, with curvier panels, a fluted bonnet and far better build quality. The XJR was the first supercharged Jaguar road car and could outrun most sports cars.

Inside

Walnut, leather and a low roofline. The XJR swapped the walnut for darker maple.

In period colours

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Meanwhile, in 1994

The Channel Tunnel opened, and the National Lottery held its first draw.

Best-selling single of 1994: Love Is All Around by Wet Wet Wet

Before you buy a 1990s car

• On petrol engines, check the cooling system and any sign of head gasket trouble.
• Ask when the timing belt was last changed, where fitted.
• Parts for mass-market cars are widely available; specialist and low-volume models can be hard to find.

General notes, not specific to this model. Check the model's own history before buying.

Rivals of its day

Picked automatically: cars on sale at the same time with similar size, speed and price.

See the real thing

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