Introduced in 1996, the XKR was the pinnacle of the new Jaguar XK8 range, which replaced the XJS with a wholly more modern and desirable sports car package.
With a 370 bhp supercharged V8 and drop-dead gorgeous styling it was – and still is – one of the finest British GTs
This example is an interesting one – a low-ownership, low mileage car, it’s finished in Carnival Red, which was an unusual hue for the XK model range. It also really suits it. It’s not only a handsome car, but also a well-maintained one that’s guaranteed to put a huge smile on your face every time you drive it – or just look at it.
The vendor has owned the car for five years, but has reluctantly decided to part with it as he barely uses it.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
Fully stamped service book up to 71,362 miles
Jaguar book pack and wallet
Two sets of keys
UK V5
New MOT to be issued on sale
Supplied new by HA Fox of Southampton in November 2000
Combined Jaguar and independent history
Multiple invoices from Suffolk-based Jaguar specialist Tim Revetts
Lots of old MOT certificates
Cherished registration to be retained by vendor – original reg is X139 OOT and will be reassigned
Always garaged in current ownership and only used in good weather
THE INTERIOR
Lovely Oatmeal leather
Walnut inserts
Excellent leather seat facings
Rear seat appears unused
Very good door cards
Optional part-wood steering wheel
Electrically adjustable steering column
Factory mats
Cruise control
Climate control
Spotless luggage area with factory option luggage net
CD changer
Original tools and spacesaver spare wheel
Good roof lining
THE EXTERIOR
Carnival Red Metallic black
20-inch BBS “Detroit” alloys
Some minor delamination to alloy wheels
Very good overall paint finish with only a few very small marks, as depicted in photos
Appears very good underneath
Panels are all straight and dent-free
Rear arches and trailing edges of the sills appear in sound order
Mesh XKR grille
Good Dunlop SP Sport Max tyres all-round
Car cover included
THE MECHANICS
Supercharged 4.0-litre V8
Five-speed auto transmission
Impressive 370bhp performance
Well serviced
Drives superbly with no known or apparent faults
Nearly new Pirelli P-Zero tyres all-round
SUMMARY
This is a really smart example of Jaguar’s finest modern classic, finished in a rare and unusual colour scheme and with a lovely interior. It offers a terrific combination of comfort and performance and is one of the best modern classic grand tourers that money can buy.
It’s a lovely thing, a proper brute, and in good overall condition throughout.
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