Highlights

• A well specified and pristine looking example of the range topping X350 model
• Complete with popular extras like 20-inch alloy wheels and Multimedia package
• Fitted with the sublime 4.2L V8 engine with Eaton Rootes type supercharger
  
  

The Appeal

This example is the highly sought after XJR 4.2L Supercharged model which successfully combined supercar rivalling performance with limousine levels of refinement and comfort. It’s in a great and popular colourway and its already range topping specification is further enhanced with some key, popular extras.

The History and Paperwork

• Our example was supplied new via the UK Jaguar dealer network in February 2004
• The car was supplied by Jaguar dealer Rybrook of Warrington
• The car has been used and enjoyed by five former owners
• The fourth owner retained the car for around eight years
• The current owner acquired the car in 2017 at around 82,000 miles
• The current owner has added about 17,000 miles during their tenure
• There is a good level of interesting paperwork included with the Jaguar
• This includes the current V5 in the name of the owner
• The current MOT is valid until March 2024
• There are numerous previous MOTs included in hard copy
• The original book pack is included complete with service booklet
• This contains 13 service stamps from main dealers and independent specialists
• The last of these dates from 2014 at 77,421 miles
• Numerous high value maintenance invoices are present
• The most recent of these documents a spend of £534 in March 2023
• Two remote keys are also on hand
  
  

The Interior

• The XJR’s interior is sumptuously trimmed in Ivory leather
• The condition appears faultless throughout
• The commodious front seats present in a pristine condition
• A subtle, embossed “R” logo graces the backrests
• The seats are heated and 16-way electrically adjustable
• The driver’s seat benefits from a three-stage memory function 
• This function also encompasses the electrically adjusted pedals and steering column
• The rear cabin provides a real “special occasion” ambiance for lucky passengers
• A sophisticated entertainment console is present in the rear armrest
• This example also includes the factory fitted Multimedia Entertainment Package
• This consists of two 6.5-inch screens built into the rear of the front headrests
• These are linked to a DVD player mounted in the boot
• Even the original Jaguar headphones are included
• The 2004 period Jaguar branded Motorola mobile phones are still present front and rear
• As a range topping sports saloon, the car is packed with luxury refinements and driver aids
• These include an Alpine, 11 speaker sound system and satellite navigation
• Driver aids include radar active cruise control and speed limiter
• The capacious boot is trimmed in hard wearing grey carpet
• This is also the home of the CD changer and satellite navigation DVD player
• Overall, the interior of this XJR exudes quality, sophistication, and luxury
• The Ivory leather is complimented by the copious light walnut veneer

The Exterior

• Our XJR is finished in its original Midnight Peal paintwork
• This is a great, subtle colourway for this ultimate Q-car
• Both paintwork and bodywork appear to be in excellent condition throughout
• No significant imperfections were noted or reported
• The car’s huge performance potential is hinted at by the sporting mesh grill
• Either side of this sit the high-specification Bi-Xenon headlights
• Some subtle accents of chrome finish the exterior treatment perfectly
• The car rides on optional 20-inch, five-spoke alloy wheels
• These are Jaguar Callisto items and shod with a matching set of Dunlop SP Sport tyre
• These appear to be in a great, unmarked condition all round
• The open construction of the wheels allows sight of the red “R” monogrammed callipers
• Front and rear bumpers feature body-coloured sensors for the parking assist system
• All glass and light lenses appear to be pristine and original
• Overall, the XJR looks very subtle and truly belies its huge performance potential
  
  

The Mechanics

• The X350 XJR featured the mighty 4.2L supercharged V8 AJ34S engine
• This variant featured variable valve timing to produce a huge 390bhp and 399 Ib-ft of torque
• This prodigious power is fed to the rear wheels via a six-speed auto gearbox
• This huge specification delivered a five second 0-60 mph time
• The peak torque delivered at 3500 rpm offers eye-widening in-gear pick up too
• Our example appears to have been well cared for and regularly maintained
• Under-bonnet presentation seems original and well presented to underscore this impression
• The underside looks clean and straight with its original protective covers
• The car is reported to be in fine mechanical fettle with recent significant spend documented
• Sympathetic ownership mean that it is fully ready to impress its new lucky owner 
  
  

The Appeal