Highlights
- Advisory-free MOT until July 2026
- 4.0-litre V8 engine
- Recently completed the North Coast 500 route in Scotland
- Entire underside professionally sealed (£7,000 treatment)
- Comprehensive recent front-end maintenance worth £1,025
- Four brand new tyres fitted in September 2024
The Appeal
When the XK8 was introduced in 1996, it acted as a successor for the venerable XJS - and for many Jaguar enthusiasts, it may have seemed like a bit of a tonic. This new car recaptured the much-missed magic of the E-Type - a nimble, curvy little coupe that took on the B-Roads of Britain in style. Needless to say, it's become one of the marque's keystone classics, and continues to enjoy an enormous fanbase.
This 1997 example presents well throughout, having benefited from significant recent maintenance including comprehensive underside sealing, front suspension work, and new tyres. With its reliability demonstrated by completing the North Coast 500 route in Scotland, this XK8 is now seeking a new owner, who we've no doubt will be very impressed by it.
This 1997 example presents well throughout, having benefited from significant recent maintenance including comprehensive underside sealing, front suspension work, and new tyres. With its reliability demonstrated by completing the North Coast 500 route in Scotland, this XK8 is now seeking a new owner, who we've no doubt will be very impressed by it.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1997
- The DVLA records 7 former keepers
- Purchased by the current owner in January 2024
- Advisory-free MOT until July 2026
- Indicates 51,219 miles
The Condition
- Body appears in smart condition
- Some small scratches and marks, which are far from intrusive
- Windscreen looks in very good order
- Driver's side window has small chip at top (not visible when window is fully up)
- Rear window seal is cracked but remains water-tight
- Entire underside professionally sealed in recent years (£7,000 treatment)
- All driving controls reportedly work properly (indicators, lights, wipers, steering wheel controls)
- Cup holder mechanism is broken
- Some control panel button lights need bulb replacement
- Driver's side electric chair control won't move seat down (all other chair controls reportedly work)
- Carpets and seats in good condition
- All instruments work as intended
- Bluetooth hands-free unit fitted to audio system
- Phone calls and music streaming capability via mobile device
- Original audio options all functional (6 CD changer, tape player, radio)
- Air conditioning needs recharging
The Mechanics
- 4.0-litre V8 engine
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- Both front wheel hub assemblies replaced with refurbished parts
- Two front lower ball joints replaced
- Original Jaguar dust caps come with the car
- The vendor notes that the car offers a very comfortable ride, and handles well on hills and steep roads
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