Considering buying a 2000 XJR. my only concern about the car other than a small door ding and headliner is that it occasionally gives the "Restricted Performance" and then wont accel over 75mph for several seconds.

Anyone know what could be the cause of this and how troublesome the fix might be? Coil packs maybe?

The car has a lot going for it and the price/mileage is good. Purchase is hingent on the cost/pain factor of this problems fix

Thank you kindly,

Vaughn

 

that is what i was afraid of. The car is 2 states away. Not sure I want to take a chance flying out if the codes fortell of a major issue.

Thanks for the reply

 

i had a similar problem w my 2000 xj8---i went to my local checker auto (now www.oreillyauto.com) and they pulled the trouble codes for me at no charge--then, after some digging i determined the fix was a new airflow sensor...had to order from dealer, but it was a very easy fix though not cheap ($320)

do you know anyone you can trust nearby the seller? if you are serious about the car...you may wat to see if you can have someone get you the codes first.

good luck!