Highlights

Uncommon black leather interior, contrasting with the metallic Zircon Blue exterior
MOT valid until March 2027
Significant recent work including transmission service, fuel injectors, and front brakes
History file with stamped service book and receipts from current ownership
Used daily since January 2024

The Appeal

Heralded by many as the last old-school Jaguar, the X308-generation XJ kept the model's beloved silhouette, quad-headlight setup, and wood-clad interior, while introducing the all-aluminum AJV8 engine.

This example is finished in metallic Zircon Blue over a black leather interior, an uncommon specification that sets it apart from the more frequently seen beige-trimmed cars. It has been in regular daily use since January 2024, covering trips in all seasons, and the seller describes it as quiet, refined, reliable, and responsive. Maintenance during the current ownership has been attentive: the transmission fluid, filter, and spark plugs were renewed in 2024 at 76,000 miles, and new front brake discs and pads were installed earlier this year. The car has been serviced with each MOT renewal, and all invoices from the current ownership accompany the sale.

A partial service history with stamps in the original logbook covers the first 60,000 miles, and the original owner's manual is included. With an MOT valid until March 2027, this XJ presents a fine opportunity to acquire a usable, well-maintained example of one of Jaguar's most elegant sedans.

Key Information

Mileage: 85,397 miles (indicated) - this will increase slightly as the car is being used, albeit infrequently
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until March 2nd, 2027
Technical specs: 3.2-liter AJ-V8 petrol, five-speed automatic
Paperwork: partial stamped service history to 60,000 miles, invoices from current ownership, original owner's manual

Service history:

02/25 – 80,820 miles – St. Ives Volksworks Centre

Completed engine oil and filter service

03/24 – 76,270 miles – St. Ives Volksworks Centre

Installed new cam cover gaskets and seals

02/24 – 76,065 miles – St. Ives Volksworks Centre

Completed transmission fluid and filter service with new transmission pan gasket

02/24 – 75,675 miles – St. Ives Volksworks Centre

Completed engine oil and filter service, installed new air filter, and installed new spark plugs
Secured front bumper and inspected instrument cluster

10/24 – St. Ives Volksworks Centre

Installed new accessory belt

05/23 – 75,187 miles – Direct Motor Vehicle Services

Replaced water housing and replenished antifreeze

10/15 – 62,124 miles – Sinclair Engineering

Completed scheduled maintenance service

10/14 – 59,149 miles – Sinclair Engineering

Completed scheduled maintenance service

10/13 – 55,114 miles – Sinclair Engineering

Completed scheduled maintenance service

10/12 – 51,676 miles – Sinclair Engineering

Completed scheduled maintenance service

10/11 – 47,948 miles – Sinclair Engineering

Completed scheduled 70,000-mile maintenance service

10/10 – 43,645 miles – Sinclair Engineering

Completed scheduled 60,000-mile maintenance service

10/08 – 33,990 miles – Sinclair Engineering

Completed scheduled 40,000-mile maintenance service

10/04 – 14,567 miles – Independent Specialists

Completed scheduled 30,000-mile / 3-year maintenance service

11/02 – 5,322 miles – Woodford Jaguar

Completed scheduled 20,000-mile / 2-year maintenance service

The Detail

Finished in metallic Zircon Blue
Black leather interior: an uncommon alternative to the usual beige
Age-related wear to paintwork including small scuffs, chips, and cracking on the top of the front and rear bumpers
Small chip in the windshield, repaired prior to current ownership
Alloy wheels in good condition; front passenger-side wheel is missing a lug nut
Age-related wear to the driver's seat with no rips or tears; passenger seat shows less wear; rear seats rarely used
Small rip in the driver's side door panel; wooden trim on that door has popped slightly towards the rear
Third brake light is sagging
The seller states the headliner is like new; remaining wooden trim in very good condition
New front brake discs and pads installed in February 2026
Transmission fluid, filter, and spark plugs renewed in 2024 at 76,000 miles
Serviced with each MOT renewal during current ownership; all receipts retained
Small weep from the power steering reservoir; fluid level reportedly remains fine and has not required topping up
Brake pedal feels hard when the car has been standing but operates normally once started
Coolant float occasionally sticks, giving a false low-coolant reading; actual coolant level is reported as correct
Based on the engine number recorded on the owner's manual, this car should have been installed with metal timing chain tensioners from the factory

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