The original XK8 (or X100) was arguably Jaguar’s first real sports car since the E-Type, as the XJ-S was much more of a grand tourer.
Even then, the XK was as much a GT as it was a sporty number. But the model that replaced it in 2006 was every inch a sports car.
The second generation of the XK (the X150) debuted at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show, styled by Jaguar's chief designer Ian Callum. The X150's grille was designed to recall the shape of that of the 1961 E-Type, to drive home the fact it was a sports car.
The new model also featured a bonded and riveted aluminium chassis, shared with the XJ, and alloy body panels. Inside, wood was no longer standard as Jaguar targeted a younger demographic, while the cabin was simple and unfussy. A new era of Jaguar for a new era of customer.
It was also an innovator – the first car in the world to feature under-bonnet airbags, which would automatically lift the bonnet up in the event of a pedestrian impact. A great way of getting around new pedestrian protection legislation without having to ruin the sleek and low styling.
The XK received a facelift in 2009, with minor alterations to front and rear lights and bumper designs, together with the introduction of a new 5.0-litre V8 for both the naturally aspirated XK and the supercharged XKR. The interior also received some changes, in particular the introduction of the XF style rotary gear selector mated to the new ZF automatic transmission.
This example is one such car – a 2013 XK Coupé from late in the production run, and equipped with the 5.0 V8. It’s a beautiful and properly maintained car.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
All original manuals and book pack
UK V5C
Two previous keepers, current since 2016
MOT June 2024
Two Keys
Some old MOTs
Service book stamped 10 times, most recently at 50,826 miles in June 2023
Invoice for new battery in 2023 with three-year warranty
Service invoices from previous and current ownership, most recently with J-Cat Jaguar Specialists in Norwich
THE INTERIOR
Immaculate Ivory leather – one small scuff to driver’s side seat bolster
Piano black inlays
Dealer-fit floor mats
Rotary gear selector
Touch screen radio/cd player with Sat Nav, trip computer, heater settings
Hand-stitched leather dashboard fascia
Sat Nav disc
Premium Alpine audio system
Multi-function steering wheel
Cruise control
Rain-sensing wipers and auto headlights
Heated front seats
Clean and tidy luggage area with original parcel shelf
Spacesaver spare wheel and original tools
THE EXTERIOR
Striking Ultimate Black paint
Apparently excellent underneath with no visible corrosion
Smart 20-inch alloy with some minor kerb marks as shown in photos
Quality tyres all-round: Pirelli P-Zero fronts and Dunlop Sportmaxx rears
Lower mesh sports grille
Headlamp washers
One small area of alloy reaction above o/s front air intake
THE MECHANICS
5.0-litre V8
Six-speed auto
Drives brilliantly with no untoward noises
Strong brakes
Terrific performance and extremely smooth
Sold with no known mechanical issues
New battery with three-year warranty
Full service less than 100 miles ago
SUMMARY
This is a very smart and mechanically well-sorted XK Coupé in one of the most attractive colours offered on the model. It’s a fine example, and has been impeccably well-maintained by Jaguar dealers and, latterly, marque specialists.
It’s a stunning car to behold and is offered in good order with no known mechanical issues – a great and affordable way into owning one of the most stylish sports coupés ever made, at a fraction of the cost of an Aston Martin.
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