Highlights

• A fine example of the X100 run out model with the bigger bumpers and sill mouldings
• Featuring all original panels and a sublime rust-free condition
• Boasting proper sports car performance courtesy of the 4.2L supercharged V8
  
  

The Appeal

The History and Paperwork

• This X100 was built in early 2005
• The car was then supplied new via the Jaguar dealer network in Japan
• It was first registered in Japan in April 2005
• Registration number is LE05 DVL
• Our example was lightly used and well cared for in Japan until 2022
• At the end of 2022 the car was imported to the UK by the current owner
• On import the car was fully updated to UK specifications
• This includes MPH speedometer, full-sized number plate plinths etc
• Paperwork includes the current V5 in the name of the current owner
• The XKR holds an advisory free MOT valid until March 2024
• A hard copy of the MOT and accompanying test results are on hand
• Other paperwork includes various import documentation 
• DVLA and HMRC paperwork confirming duties and VAT paid are present
• The Japanese service history documents are also included

The Interior

• The XKR’s interior presents in a pristine condition in keeping with its low mileage
• Luxurious leather upholstery and dark wood veneer give the cabin a lovely ambiance
• The seats are trimmed in “warm charcoal” leather and stitched into semi-circular panels
• The front seats are electrically adjustable with associated memory functions
• They are also multi-stage heated for optimum comfort
• The rear seats, although of the occasional variety, are also pristinely presented
• The dashboard is fronted with gloss finished, dark wood veneer
• Steering wheel electrically adjustable
• The instrument binnacle consists of three large gauges
• These are recessed, white on black items and the tachometer bears “Supercharged” branding
• A trio of supplemental gauges sit in the centre panel of the dash
• These sit behind a multifunction, four-spoke steering wheel
• This wheel is also electrically adjustable
• The stitched leather centre console houses the automatic climate control unit
• This is also home to the Jaguar radio cassette head unit
• Original charcoal grey carpets are fitted and are protected by carpet mats
• A new headliner has been fitted and is, hence, immaculate
• Aluminium brake pedals, gear shift trim and dial trims
• Automatic lights and wipers
• Other refinements include cruise control, auto lights and wipers and speed limiter
• The surprisingly roomy boot is finished in hard-wearing grey carpet
• Tools and a space saver spare wheel are housed under the floor
• This is also home to the original Jaguar CD changer 
  
  

* Please note the leather had just been treated with hide food in the photographs. This results in the slightly wet look which dries to a lovely matt sheen once dry.

The Exterior

• Our example is presented in gleaming Quartz paintwork
• Final generation body kit with deeper front and rear mouldings and side skirt
• Its condition appears excellent, and a deep and lustrous shine is noted
• The front end is fitted with Xenon headlights and the signature mesh grill
• The signature XKR bonnet vents add the car a truly sporting demeanour
• Being the run out model our car features bigger bumper covers and side skirts
• Other XKR cues include rear boot spoiler and rear arch spats
• The XKR sits on lovely 20-inch split rim BBS, five spoke alloy wheels
• These present in a very good overall condition
• Quad tail pipes
• The open spoke design gives a view of the red painted, “R” emblazoned callipers
• A matching set of high-quality Pirelli P Zeros are fitted
• The body-coloured wing mirrors boast power fold and memory functions
• The car’s life on the salt free roads of Japan really seems to have benefitted the condition
• The body work has been treated to a 4-stage process finishing off with a ceramic sealant

The Mechanics

• The This car is fitted with the 4.2L supercharged version of the acclaimed AJ-V8 engine 
• Designated as the AJ33S, this engine is supercharged and intercooled
• This unit was originally rated at 395 bhp and 400 Ib-ft of torque
• Power is fed to the rear wheels via a six-speed ZF automatic gearbox
• This specification gives this big car a truly astounding turn of speed
• A top speed of 155mph and a 0-60 time of around 5 seconds is on tap
• Our car has covered a low original mileage and has been well cared for 
• The under-bonnet condition is very good too
• The big alloy intakes carry a “Supercharged” script and data plates are present 
• The car has recently undergone a full mechanical check and holds an advisory free MOT, too
• The car also boasts a full Japanese service history
• As such, no known issues have been reported by the owner

Summary