Highlights

Acquired from first keeper in 2006 and in same family ever since
Very well maintained annually by Jaguar specialist
MOT valid until March 2027
Recent new tyres, battery, and structural welding

The Appeal

For Jaguar enthusiasts, the V8-powered X308 is the last of the traditionally styled and engineered XJs. The firm would give the idea one last throw of the dice with the X350, but the earlier car is considerably less complicated. It’s a car that offers a low-slung profile and a decidedly more louche style, and that is certainly very Jaguar.

The 3.2L car puts 240bhp through the rear wheels and therefore offers a decent, real-world balance between economy and power. This car’s ‘SE’ trim adds extra electrical features and improved cabin trim. It has been in the same family since 2006 when it was acquired from its original keeper. Since then, we’re told it has been maintained and serviced annually. Invoices indicate that in recent years this has been undertaken by Jaguar specialist Winfield Fearns. The last service was in March 2026, since when the car has covered less than 1,000 miles. Other notable work includes welding to the sills and floor pans. The current MOT supports this, as it shows no structural advisories.

The vendor says the car runs and drives well without fault. There are some cosmetic points to note in the photos, but with regular servicing and recent structural work, this car is ready for a new keeper to cherish as much as the current one.

The vendor says:

“It’s an absolute dream to drive, particularly on long journeys on the motorway. It belonged to my late husband and I will be very sorry to see it go, and would really love it to go to someone who loves and appreciates it as much as he did.”

Key Information

Mileage: 104,320 miles indicated (described as correct by the vendor)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 25th March 2027 with advisories
Technical specs: 240bhp 3,248cc V8 petrol, 5spd automatic
Paperwork: Reported full annual service history from new with all invoices available, handbooks

Recent service history:

03/26 - 103,614 miles - Winfield Fearns (specialist)
03/25 - 102,674 miles - Winfield Fearns
02/24 - 100,804 miles - Winfield Fearns
01/23 - 98,998 miles - Winfield Fearns
03/22 - 96,867 miles - Winfield Fearns

Summary of additional maintenance in last five years:

2026:

Repair and welding to both rear inner sills and floor pans
New battery

2025:

Outer sills welded and repaired
Four new tyres

2024:

Offside front wheel bearing replaced

2023:

Both catalytic converters welded and repaired

2021:

Offside front anti roll bar link replaced
A frame and A frame bushes replaced
Fuel tank sender replaced

The Detail

Engine starts and runs correctly with no known faults reported by the vendor
All instruments and switchgear reported to work correctly
Pacific Blue metallic paintwork with some age to note in photos
Vendor describes overall paintwork as good
We are told that the offside rear bumper needs attention
Blistering noted on the top of the front wings and other areas
Small, minor scratches on the boot
Small dent on the offside front wing with paintwork intact
Rear-side rear wheel arches showing some rusting
Very small rust patch above the fuel lid
‘Starfish’ alloys in fair overall condition with matching spare
Four new tyres fitted in 2025
Underside as shown with recent welding and repair work as detailed above
Fitted with chrome arch embellishers and bonnet ‘leaper’
Ivory leather interior in fair condition for age and mileage
Driver's seat shows some signs of wear but no damage
Headlining is sagging, a common X308 issue
Walnut veneer trim in good order for age
No modifications from factory standard according to seller

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