What could be more perfect than gliding along hedge-lined country roads in a blue blooded British sports convertible? Or heading off to warmer coastal climes somewhere in Southern Europe?
In this very smart Jaguar convertible you could do either, arriving relaxed and unruffled, whether it’s at a favoured country pub or idyllic coastal retreat. You’d get there as quickly as needed too, with some 370bhp available to the wheels from that potent V8 powerplant.
This is a very well kept example of these exemplary cars, finished in tasteful Pacific Blue with a contrasting ivory leather interior. The history file reinforces the sense of a car that has been looked after by its few owners.
That impression is reinforced by the long MOT to March 2025, meaning it comes to the buyer absolutely ready to jump in and enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
First registered 5th May 2000
Seven registered keepers recorded by DVLA
2 keys and factory fobs
Full set of handbooks in good condition
Thick history file showing regular maintenance
Stamped service book to a shade short of 90,000 miles in 2011
Several previous MOT certificates to verify the mileage
A file of invoices showing the level of maintenance and costs incurred over the years
Two tyres replaced in 2020
MOT to 5th March 2025 with minor advisories and 103,860 miles showing on test
Reported 104,000 miles now showing on odometer
The Interior
Ivory grey leather in good order with only very minor wear to the front seats
High factory specification including electric and heated front seats
Rear seats sparingly used with only some small marks from the wind deflector
Excellent clean carpets throughout
Dashboard clean with veneers free from discolouration and peeling
The dashboard top does not show any sun damage or splits
Clear instrumentation with later chrome-rimmed dial surrounds
Part wood and leather steering wheel with one small defect in the wood
Door cards intact with only minimal signs of scuffing
Bright and shiny sill plates
Boot is fully carpeted and comes complete with a 6-CD changer
Vivid Pacific Blue paintwork that has a good depth of shine
Minimal stone chips and scratches on the body that hide the age of the car
BBS split rims refurbished in 2015 and still look good
Adamesh extras on the front grill and the exhaust
Power roof operates well with new hydraulic hoses fitted recently
Roof fabric and headlining in good condition with only small imperfections
Headlamp lenses clear and free from any UV fogging
Other light clusters are clear and bright
Glass appears to be clear and free of any chips or cracks
One area of repair visible to the floor on the passenger side documented in invoices
Recently renewed MOT with no structural advisories
The Mechanics
AJV8 370bhp 4.0 V8 engine
Early X100 5spd automatic gearbox with Jaguar J-Gate functionality
Well-maintained engine with invoices showing regular servicing
Automatic transmission oil and filter change in 2015
Timing chain and tensioners recently checked
Brake and steering components checked routinely
Any components changed are apparent within the file of invoices
Seller is confident that the car drives and runs exceptionally well, and without fault
Minor advisories for suspension components to note on recent MOT
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Auction Details
Year2000
Make
Jaguar
Model
XKR
Colour
Blue
Odometer
103,856 Miles
Engine size3998
Seller typePrivate
Town
Benfleet
CountyEssex
Country
United Kingdom
Auction ends
Bidding history
19 Bids
only1ia••••£4,92502/10/24
ClarkeC••••£4,75002/10/24
john-be••••£4,65002/10/24
ClarkeC••••£4,50002/10/24
JoeyTri••••£4,15002/10/24
Redsunv••••£3,95002/10/24
JoeyTri••••£3,85002/10/24
john-be••••£3,65002/10/24
JoeyTri••••£3,00030/09/24
astonsm••••£2,80029/09/24
david-d••••£2,70029/09/24
astonsm••••£2,60028/09/24
Kevinho••••£2,50027/09/24
astonsm••••£2,10027/09/24
Kevinho••••£2,00027/09/24
Kevinho••••£1,50027/09/24
Kevinho••••£1,00027/09/24
astonsm••••£60027/09/24
renato-••••£50027/09/24
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