The second generation of the XK (the X150) debuted at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show, styled by Jaguar's chief designer Ian Callum, with a grille designed to recall the shape of that of the 1961 E-Type, to drive home the fact it was a muscular sports car.
The new model also featured a bonded and riveted aluminium chassis, shared with the XJ, and alloy body panels.
The XK received a facelift in 2009 with minor alterations to front and rear lights and bumper designs, together with the introduction of a new 5.0-litre V8 for both the naturally aspirated XK and the supercharged XKR.
This one is ta facelift car and is the full-fat real deal – a 503bhp supercharged 5.0-litre V8 XKR Coupe, in one of the best colours. It’s a sensational thing.
The XK’s cabin is in near-perfect order with no damage or notable deterioration. The touch screen infotainment system and sat nav are in good working order, as is the rotary gear control, while the premium Bowers and Wilkins stereo delivers fabulous sound quality.
It’s a very highly specced car, with optional alloy-effect inserts to the dash and multi-adjustable electric front seats.
The driving position is fabulous – you sit low in the cabin, in a snug-fitting sports seat, a subtle ‘Supercharged’ logo in the middle of the rev counter the only clue as to the sporting potential beneath the opulent luxury.
This is a very special car indeed, and it was a very expensive one when new.
This is an absolutely fantastic looking car from every angle, partly due to Ian Callum’s styling genius but also because of its remarkable condition.
The bodywork is superb, with no dents or marks of any note and a deep, glossy shine. It’s clearly a car that has been well looked after. It also features a Jaguar R-Pack body kit, giving it even more prowess.
The wheels are all in excellent condition with no kerb marks and it is shod with good Dunlop SP Sportmaxx tyres all round, suggesting a high level of maintenance.
The 5.0-litre V8 in the XK R is a magnificent thing, and it sounds absolutely terrific when you push the starter button. The exhaust has a deep and guttural rumble, a promise of the 503bp on offer.
It’s a unit that delivers startling acceleration – 0-60mph in 4.4 seconds and a top speed said to be around 180mph, accompanied by an addictive induction shriek from the supercharger – a truly unique and intoxicating mix.
The service history and regular maintenance this car has seen should mean it’s good for many more miles to come, especially given its modest mileage.
There’s no excess smoke and all of the fluids are at the correct levels.
This is a truly gorgeous example of the ultimate XK, in fabulous condition and in one of the very best colour schemes.
It comes with excellent provenance, a full service history and plenty of excitement to look forward to. A great future classic that feels wonderfully well-made and is guaranteed to make you grin from ear-to-ear every time you drive it.
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