2008 Jaguar X358 XJ8 4.2 Sovereign
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Highlights
- Corrosion-free Japanese import
- Just 47,405 miles from new and two former keepers
- ULEZ compliant according to Transport for London
- Offered with a new issue UK V5C and advisory-free MOT
- Supplied to full UK specification: mph speedometer and English language systems
The Appeal
Now that luxury SUVs dominate the marketplace, there’s something rather refreshing about an old-school executive saloon. It’s only when you get back into a good one, like a Jaguar XJ, that you realise they’re equally (if not more) spacious, just as comfortable, easier to get in and out of and far superior to drive.
If you’re reading this far, you probably know how lovely the X350 XJs are to live with and we can heartily recommend this X358 4.2-litre Sovereign. Recently imported from Japan by the vendor, a renowned Jaguar specialist, it’s covered just 47,405 miles - all on salt-free roads - and has been exquisitely maintained from new. This is a very appealing example, offered with an advisory-free MOT valid until July 2024 and benefitting from ULEZ charge exemption.
The History and Paperwork
- Right-hand drive Japanese import
- V5C present
- We’re informed that road tax for this car is currently calculated at £325 per year
- Just two former keepers according to the vendor
- MOT valid until 5th July 2024
- 47,405 miles
- Copy of the Japanese Export Cert with mileage verification on file
- UK spec mph speedometer/odometer
- Registration number LE08 KMO
The Condition
- The vendor ensures us that the car is entirely corrosion-free, never used on salt road surfaces
- Finished in Pearlescent Azure Blue
- Impeccably preserved throughout
- Barely any signs of use to the interior
- No signs of damage to the all-aluminium monocoque
- Full machine polish with ceramic sealer applied
- Leather professionally cleaned and treated with hide food
- Full-size boot lid plinth and full-size front plate plinth
- Xenon headlamps
- 19″alloy wheels in fantastic condition
- New tyres fitted
- Headlamp power wash
- Mesh front grill in very good order
- Equipped with power fold mirrors
- Boot spoiler fitted
- UK Sat Nav
- Wood/leather steering wheel
- Cooled and heated front seats
- Rear heated seats
- Electric steering and pedal adjustment
- Electric rear screen blind
- Door blinds to rear doors
- Cruise control
- Burr Walnut wood trim
- Barley Nappa leather trim piped with extended leather to seat sides and armrests
- Speed limiter control
- Auto lights
- Auto wipers
The Mechanics
- 4.2-litre AJ34 V8 engine
- Six-speed automatic gearbox
- Impeccably presented engine compartment
- We understand that it runs and drives beautifully, with no issues to report
- The vendor has carried out a thorough technical inspection in readiness for sale as well as submitting the car for MOT - which it passed without advisories
- 1 year Comprehensive warranty available for an additional £495
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2008
- Make Jaguar
- Model XJ
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 47,405 Miles
- Engine size 4196
Auction Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Chertsey
- Location Surrey
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- Fr•••• £12,750 22/03/24
- Fr•••• £12,500 22/03/24
- jb•••• £12,250 22/03/24
- re•••• £12,000 22/03/24
- Fr•••• £11,500 22/03/24
- jb•••• £11,250 22/03/24
- Fr•••• £10,250 22/03/24
- Fr•••• £10,000 22/03/24
- Fr•••• £9,700 20/03/24
- re•••• £9,500 20/03/24
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