Highlights

Desirable recent Japanese import
Rare colour specification
Extensive history from the car’s time in Japan
Well presented from both a mechanical and aesthetic standpoint

The Appeal

Around the world the name Jaguar is one synonymous with luxury class and style, but for those familiar with the marque, the addition of just two more letters makes everything that bit more special. The letters in question, XJ. 2003 saw what is perhaps one of the finest iterations of the XJ, the X350. The all new XJ was a true hit for Jaguar as it lacked the poorer quality more unreliable mechanical and electrical features seen on former Jags but kept the all important quality and style they had always been so heavily praised for.

A recent Japanese import, this 2005 model is a top tier XJR, boasting a thunderous supercharged V8 powertrain to get you along the road in unadulterated comfort that little bit quicker. In a rare and undeniably suave golden colourway, this well presented super saloon is a truly fine example of the beloved model in great overall aesthetic and mechanical order.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 01/03/2005
Sold into the Japanese market
The has spent the bulk of its lifetime in Japan before being exported out of Yokohama into the UK in late 2022
Japanese Jaguar maintenance book present with the vehicle
Extensive collection of stamps within aforementioned servicing manual
Wealth of Japanese inspection reports and forms
Importation documents from the shipping process in late 2022
Fully UK registered with relevant DVLA approval forms present
Car is now supplied to full UK specification
V5 registration document also with the car
MOT valid with no advisories until January 2024

The Interior

Impeccably upholstered, lavishly appointed interior space
Incredibly high factory specification
Sumptuous Champagne leather trim used throughout, a brilliant compliment to the gold exterior paintwork
Exceptionally comfortable heated and air conditioned seating, well preserved and in great clean form
Lashings of Burr Walnut wood finish trim used throughout the cabin, all in great shape exhibiting a lovely glossy shine
Two tone leather dash panel in great shape, notably lacking in weird, fading or sun damage
Wood finish steering wheel in excellent order
Plush beige carpeting used throughout
Glass sunroof panel with interior retractable cover
Alpine 11 speaker sound system
Rear window blinds which still open and retract correctly
Four excellent door panels, awash with high quality materials and subtle electronic controls, all understood to be working correctly
Factory navigation converted to UK system
Central information screen and surrounding switchgear present in good clean form
R Embossed seats
Original over rugs
Radar active cruise control
Control panel for rear seat occupants
Utterly vast carpeted rear boot area
Converted to UK spec with MPH speedo face
Leather professionally cleaned and treated with hide food

The Exterior

Rare golden colourway, believed to be Jaguar’s Topaz Gold, a wonderful colour choice with a thoroughly executive feel to it
Exceptionally well presented from an aesthetic perspective
Paintwork is of a marvellous standard with a wonderful shine to it
High quality chrome finish trim used throughout
Excellent ten spoke 19” Jaguar performance alloy wheels sit at each corner, in great shape with contrasting red brake callipers sat behind
A space saver spare wheel resides in the boot for emergency circumstances
Use on the salt free roads of Japan has been kind to the Jaguar’s bodywork which still presents in good solid form
XJR rear badging, a subtle nod to the car’s hidden performance
Wonderful front mesh grille, also a classic feature of high performance Jaguars
Panel gaps appear straight and consistent across the car
Glass is all of a great clean standard
Machine polished with ceramic sealer applied

The Mechanics

Being an XJR, we find this example fitted with the impeccable supercharged 4.2 litre V8 engine
In great overall mechanical order, with just over 64 thousand displayed miles
Engine mated to a remarkably smooth automatic transmission with selectable gears and a sport mode
The Jag is reported to provide a wonderful driving experience, riding in pure unadulterated comfort and luxury, but with plenty of power on tap if requested
Engine and engine bay present in wonderful clean order
Long advisory free MOT into January 2024 for added peace of mind

Summary

In the XJ one finds a rather unique car, this is a car so quintessentially Jaguar from a styling and performance perspective. Classic lines, everything made beautifully to the absolute highest standards, but this is paired with genuine usability and reliability more commonly associated with the Jag’s German counterparts. This is an ideal motorway cruiser that stands out from the crowd, or a car for the discerning Jaguar enthusiast who wants to use their Jag with confidence.

Benefitting from a long MOT, and extensive service history. This rare, high specification, supercharged is ready to go right from the first moment of ownership.

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