Highlights

Excellent condition reflects very low mileage
Rare car and hard to find like this one
Just one owner from new and serviced at Jaguar Japan
ULEZ compliant
4.2litre V8-engined 395bhp M5-beater
Genuine 29k miles with mileage verification certificate and serviced at Jaguar Japan dealership 400BHP Supercharged V8 6-speed auto switchable gearbox

The Appeal

Jaguar’s second generation S-Type was retro-inspired, but the only rearward-looking aspect of the supercharged R model was the view of BMW’s M5 disappearing in the mirrors. This was a blisteringly quick super saloon fully befitting of the original’s high performance reputation.

Sales were surprisingly small, just 1,274 of the 33,300 UK S-Types being Rs. In Japan, where this car originates, only 4,150 S-Types found homes so this example is especially rare.

It is a very low mileage, one owner car smartly finished in well kept Zircon Blue metallic over a black leather interior. Inside and out the condition reflects the caring owner and sparing use. These cars combine scintillating performance with a very Jaguar-esque driving experience and this excellent example would be the perfect introduction.

History and Paperwork

UK Manufactured RHD and now re-imported back to the UK in 2022
Supplied fully UK registered, new V5 new MOT and number plates.
Please note that the registration has been applied for and is due from the DVLA imminently, but is yet to arrive. Please keep in mind there may be a short delay until this has arrived and the registration number has been confirmed.
Serviced by Jaguar Japan and 1 owner from new
ULEZ compliant
This is a late example of the pre-facelift S-Type
Runs and drives as new, genuine well-kept original example, no waring lights, quiet suspension, smooth brakes and gear changes, no known faults and passed an advisory free MOT

The Condition

Full UK spec inc speedo face, sat nav and number plate plinths
Very well presented car reflecting the very low mileage and single owner
Attractive colour combination of Zircon Blue metallic over Warm Charcoal
Unmarked paintwork with straight bodywork panels and no visible deterioration
Interior is similarly highly presented with no noticeable marks
High specification car including interactive infotainment touch screen
Five spoke factory correct alloy wheels in excellent, unmarked condition
Equipped with quality Michelin tyres in good condition with plenty of tread
Underside in excellent order reflecting Japanese salt-free roads and low mileage
Specification includes electric front seats with heaters
Smart black leather with red stitching, all in good order front to back
Contrasting Birds Eye Maple veneers in excellent condition throughout
Carpets in similar condition including boot area
Space saver factory space wheel with full tool kit, apparently unused
High end factory stereo system with CD multichanger in boot and DVD navigation software
Headlining well kept with no visible marks or sagging to report
Rust, dent and scratch free and all original panels
Never used on salt road surfaces
Xenon headlamps
Headlamp jet wash
Mesh front grill
Front fog lamps
Rear parking sensors
Michelin Pilot Sport tyres
Unmarked alloy wheels
Brembo brakes
Power fold mirrors
Boot spoiler
12 way electric sport seats with memory
12 speaker Alpine audio with subwoofer
Electric steering adjust Sat Nav touch screen
Ski hatch with built in bag
Heated seats
Automatic climate control
Jaguar mats
Auto lights & Auto wipers
Central locking
Split fold rears seats
Twin red needle stitching
New headliner just fitted

The Mechanics

395bhp 4.2litre AJV8 Jaguar engine with supercharger
6spd automatic gearbox with Jaguar J-gate sequential shift option
0-60mph in 5.3secs
Single owner and FSH from new

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