Highlights
- Remarkably low mileage of 18,564 miles
- Comprehensive service history, last serviced at 17,343 miles
- In current ownership since 2015 (9 years)
- Garaged from new and maintained to factory standards
- Original Jaguar Motorola car phone included
The Appeal
The Jaguar XK8 represented a significant milestone for the British marque when launched in 1996, combining elegant styling inspired by the iconic E-Type with modern engineering and a silky-smooth V8 engine. As the first-generation X100 series, these early XK8s are increasingly appreciated for their purity of design - even a fleeting glance at these fabulous roadsters should explain as to why.
The XK8 quickly began munching miles under its swathe of enthusiastic owners - they're remarkably fun to drive. So imagine the restraint this one has been treated to, having racked up less than 20,000 miles in 27 years! It's a sparkling example, and with a uniquely eye-catching spec - a desirable Platinum Silver with contrasting green hood and a striking two-tone green interior colour combo.
Having been with its current owner since 2015, the car has clearly been cherished, remaining garaged throughout its life and maintained to factory standards. With comprehensive service history and original features including the period Jaguar Motorola car phone, this XK8 is a truly excellent prospect.
The XK8 quickly began munching miles under its swathe of enthusiastic owners - they're remarkably fun to drive. So imagine the restraint this one has been treated to, having racked up less than 20,000 miles in 27 years! It's a sparkling example, and with a uniquely eye-catching spec - a desirable Platinum Silver with contrasting green hood and a striking two-tone green interior colour combo.
Having been with its current owner since 2015, the car has clearly been cherished, remaining garaged throughout its life and maintained to factory standards. With comprehensive service history and original features including the period Jaguar Motorola car phone, this XK8 is a truly excellent prospect.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1998
- Current owner since April 2015
- Remarkably low mileage of 18,564 miles
- Comprehensive service history, last service at 17,343 miles
- Garaged from new
- Maintained to factory standards with no modifications
The Condition
- Platinum Silver exterior with green hood
- Very nicely presented, as you'd expect for a car of such low mileage
- Some minor scratches and stone chips
- Genuine Jaguar alloy wheels
- The underside appears to be fine and solid
- Green two-tone interior creates a striking contrast
- Full leather interior with no obvious rips or tears
- Electric seats, windows, and mirrors
- Original Jaguar sound system
- Original Jaguar Motorola car phone included
- Hood appears in very good order
- Interior presents well
- All electrics working correctly
The Mechanics
- 4.0L V8 engine
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- Engine bay is in fine order
- The vendor reports that the car starts and runs correctly
- They further add that no recent work has been required, and that the car running well
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