Incredibly low mileage of only 16,272 miles from new
Recently fully serviced with new brakes all-round
Imported from Japan in 2017 with comprehensive service history
Original Japanese service history and export documents
MOT valid until August 2024
The Appeal
The Jaguar XJ is quite a force in the world of motoring - it was the definitive flagship of the company for some fifty years, and five years after leaving the market, continues to be synonymous with Coventry's finest. You'll hear a lot of opinions about the 'best' XJ, but for many, the late 90's X308 is amongst the most distinguished. With Jaguar’s then-new V8 beneath the bonnet, these cars proved as smooth and capable as they were comfortable and luxurious.
There's no doubt about it - the last of the steel-bodied big Jaguar saloons is rapidly emerging as a collectable classic, especially in 4.0-litre Sovereign specification.
This example is exactly that, painted in an elegant Sapphire Blue – one of the most sought-after colours for the XJ8 - Imported from Japan in 2017, and having greatly benefited from the grit-free conditions it's enjoyed for much of its life, this desirable example has covered an incredibly low 16,275 miles from new, which is amongst the lowest mileage examples we've ever seen of such a desirable, eminently drivable car.
MOT valid until August 2024 and a history file that includes original Japanese service documents and export papers, this Jaguar is ready to be enjoyed by its next owner.
History and Paperwork
Built in 1998 for the Japanese market
Imported from Japan in 2017
First registration in UK in September 2017
MOT valid until August 2024
Recently fully serviced
Genuine low mileage
Complete with:
Original Jaguar leather wallet and book pack
Service documents and invoices back to 2017
Recent receipt for new brakes all-round in August 2023
Two sets of keys
Original Japanese service history and export documents
Invoice for full Waxoyl rustproofing treatment conducted in 2018
Recent invoices for front wheel bearing and air con recharge
Original Japanese supplying dealer sticker
Vendor informs us it has been garaged overnight and that the vast majority of driving has been on dry days and open/motorway roads
The Condition
Sapphire Blue exterior presents well
Paint finish carries a nice shine all round
All chrome and trim in very good order
No dents, damage, or scratches apart from a small scuff area on the left-hand side of the rear bumper chrome
Nearside front wing has some paint lift from a previous repair
Genuine Jaguar leaper mascot, commonly specified for Japanese and US markets
Original 16-inch alloy wheels in very good condition with good tyres
Appears in smart condition underneath and has never been welded; comprehensively rust-proofed in 2018
Included with the sale is a custom-made weatherproof cover, specifically for Jaguar XJ Sovereign LWB, made of 4 breathable layers, made by Custom Covers Ltd at the cost of £349
Electrically adjustable driver's and passenger's seats
Climate control
Cruise control
Factory stereo 6-CD changer
Carpets and door cards in very good condition
Headlining is free of drooping
Sought-after cupholder armrest
Original tools and spare wheel
Rear sunblind
The Mechanics
4.0-litre flagship 32v V8, 290bhp
Five-speed auto transmission
Advanced electronically controlled suspension, agile handling, and good economy if driven gently
The vendor informs us that the car boasts clean fluids, a smooth idle, and eager performance
We understand that the car is in fine mechanical order
We have no reports of any issues
Ultimately, this is one of the finest examples of the X308 we've come across!
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