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14 Affordable 80s Cars I Want for My Dream Garage

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Vincent Aubé
Our intrepid contributor puts together a list of 80s cars that would look just fine tucked safely in his garage

Jaguar XJ 3 Series (1979-1992)

Jaguar XJ
Jaguar XJ | Photo: Jaguar

This English grande dame is probably not the most reliable car on the planet and it drives like a comfortable sedan, it’s certainly nothing to write home about on that front. But hey, have you looked at it? For its timeless lines alone, it deserves to be in my garage.

Jaguar XJ, profile
Jaguar XJ, profile | Photo: Jaguar
Jaguar XJ, interior
Jaguar XJ, interior | Photo: Jaguar
Vincent Aubé
Vincent Aubé
Automotive expert
  • Over 17 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 60 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 200 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists