Which V8 super saloon

[djneils98]

I have about 16k to 20k to spend on a new secondhand car and I really want to scratch the V8 itch.
To that end I have the following shortlist of possibilities.
Audi S8 or A8 v8
BMW F10 M5
Jag XJ351 regular or supercharged
BMW 7 series
Lexus LS460 (left field option)
E63 (though I already have a diesel E class and want to try a different manufacturer)

I only do about 7k miles a year

If you have any actual experience of any of these cars and can offer some info on what they are like to live with, running costs etc then please share your V8 owning anecdotes!
many thanks in advance

[djneils98]

toasty said:

I’ve had an F10 M5 for the past 4 years.

Apart from a leaky grommet letting in water and soaking the passengers carpet, I’ve had no issues.

You might get an early one for £20k but it won’t be cheap to fix, run and maintain.

thanks - 2014 cars with <50k miles are available for that price - what is yours and what have the bills been like?

[djneils98]

nobrakes said:

CLS63

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202306108...

I do like these but could do with 3 seats in the rear and I already have a merc so probably want to try another make

[djneils98]

sam.rog said:

F10 m5 have issues if mapped. The s63 uses n63 bearings and just can’t cope with the increased torque.
Reddish motorsport will replace the bearings on a stock motor but won’t touch a mapped one.

thanks for this. I am not interested in anything that is non-stock and will not be mapping or modifying whatever car I get

[djneils98]

vanman1936 said:

Just bought an S8…..it’s really rather good. Feels heavy in the corners, however very good at everything else. Very quick.

this is my no1 choice so far - very interested to hear about owner experience and reliability if anyone has run one for a bit

[djneils98]

GeniusOfLove said:

I personally prefer the F segment luxury super saloons

I am definitely wanting a luxury large saloon - even the M5 is smaller than I'd like tbh
my 2 personal faves are the s8 and XJ so anyone with experience of these please please comment
I don't need amazing handling just a nice bit of straightline muscle and a rumble and some luxury