1998 JAGUAR XJ8 (X308) - 6,007 MILES

KEY FACTS

• A remarkably low-mileage example of Jaguar’s full-sized luxury saloon.
• Under the bonnet sits a 3.2-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine, sending 240bhp to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission.
• To maintain its condition, the vehicle has been garaged from new when not in use.
• This XJ8 has been in the same family from new; first registered to the father for the first 20 years, and to the seller who is his son for the last three, both at the same address.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This XJ8 rides on its original 16-inch alloys with rich Madeira Mica paintwork and a Cashmere and Sable leather interior extending to the dashboard and door cards, as well as a smart walnut veneer fascia. 
• Included in the factory specification is a leather-trimmed and adjustable steering wheel, electrically adjustable front seats, electric sunroof, analogue clock and air conditioning.
• The car is as per the original factory specification, with no modifications.
• Included in the sale is the full owner’s book pack, spare tyre, Jaguar Winter Car Kit, oil and two keys.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage aside from two very minor hail stone dents on the frontside of the roof and a small parking dent below the nearside wing mirror.
• The original Madeira Mica paintwork is in very good condition overall, with only a few small imperfections, including a slight scuff on the passenger door, wheel arch and wing mirror.
• Moving inside, the cabin presents excellently with no significant wear to the switchgear and only slight signs of use to the front seats. Some discolouration to the rear-view mirror lens is present, and the headlining has started to sag in the centre.
• The Jaguar badge on the rear offside alloy wheel centre cap is missing.
• There are no known mechanical or electrical faults.
• The most recent MOT test was in July 2021 at 5,843 miles, when the car passed first time and with no advisories.
• Over the last 15 years, the car has always registered a clean first-time MOT pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was last serviced in August 2021 at 5,878 miles by Crown Garage Orpington, who also flushed the engine and changed the brake fluid and coolant.  
• Prior to this, Jaguar Lancaster Sevenoaks serviced the vehicle in March 2002 at 4,405 miles, and in August 2000 at 3,309 miles.

Dates and mileage

• Aug 2021 – 5,878 miles – Crown Garage Orpington
• Mar 2002 – 4,405 miles – Jaguar Lancaster Sevenoaks
• Aug 2000 – 3,309 miles - Jaguar Lancaster Sevenoaks
• Jun 1999 – 1,957 miles - Jaguar Lancaster Sevenoaks
• Apr 1998 – PDI - Jaguar Lancaster Sevenoaks

SUMMARY

Offered in a highly original condition and with exceptionally low mileage; this elegant Jaguar XJ8 benefits from desirable factory-fitted comfort and convenience features. In single family ownership from new, this XJ8 would make a fine addition to any enthusiast’s collection, or a stylish and luxurious daily driver.

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