Highlights
- Finished in factory Ultraviolet Blue
- MOT valid to 30 March 2026
- Low mileage advised
- Well presented factory interior
- 18 inch Vulcan alloy wheels & 4 Bridgestone tyres
The Appeal
The 2004 Jaguar S-Type perfectly captures Jaguar’s blend of classic styling and modern refinement. By this stage in production, the S-Type had evolved into a smoother, more capable saloon, with the 4.2-litre Supercharged V8 delivering effortless power and the sort of charm that continues to draw collectors today.
This example is finished in eye-catching Ultraviolet Blue, said to have “had some minor paint issues attended to” and “machine polished when it was touched up.” It presents well overall, with some light visible imperfections. The seller also notes “the headlamp glasses have been polished and are brilliantly clear.” Refurbished 18-inch Vulcan alloy wheels and “4 new Bridgestone tyres” further enhance its appearance.
Inside, the factory black leather interior remains in good order, showing gentle wear consistent with age and use. Equipment includes electric seat adjusters with memory settings, cruise control, sunroof, and even the OEM Motorola phone. The vendor states “all instruments and switchgear work.”
Power comes from the refined 4.2-litre Supercharged V8 with a 6-speed automatic gearbox, said to “start and run correctly,” though the keeper mentions “twice since April the car has gone into limp mode, which cleared as soon as it was switched off and restarted.”
Elegant, powerful, and full of character, this 2004 S-Type offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy one of Jaguar’s most distinctive modern classics.
The History & Paperwork
- First registered in January 2004
- In current ownership since April 2025
- Last V5C issued in April 2025
- The vendor advises an odometer reading of 63,306 miles
- The MOT is valid to 30 March 2026
The Condition
- Presented in Ultraviolet Blue paintwork that is said to have “had some minor paint issues attended to” and was “machine polished when it was touched up”
- Paint and bodywork appear smart overall with some visible imperfections, including scuffs on the rear bumper towards the valance and light scratches below the driver’s door handle
- Front grilles appear intact
- The seller notes “the headlamp glasses have been polished and are brilliantly clear”
- 18 inch Vulcan alloy wheels are said to have been refurbished
- The vendor also reports “4 new Bridgestone tyres have been fitted”
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Factory interior
- Black leather seats and doorcards present well with some usage-related wear and light scuffs in places
- Electric seat adjusters and memory settings
- Electric parking brake
- Cruise control
- Sunroof and voice activation
- OEM Motorola phone in centre armrest
- Original centre console and instrument cluster
- “All instruments and switchgear work” says the vendor
- Headlining and sunvisor fabric is showing signs of sagging
- Carpets including the boot lining all present well
- Spare wheel and jack in the boot
The Mechanics
- 4196cc (4.2L) 8-cylinder (V8) Supercharged petrol engine
- 6-speed automatic gearbox
- Rear-wheel drive
- We’re told by the vendor “the engine starts and runs correctly”
- The existing keeper notes “twice since April the car has gone into limp mode, which cleared as soon as it was switched off and restarted, it has not been possible to trace the cause”
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