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1999 Jaguar X308 XJR
Highlights
- One keeper from new
- Serviced annually since 1999
- Recent repairs to bodywork
- Fuel pumps replaced May 2024
- MOT valid to May 2025
- Tidy 400bhp super saloon
- Private reg will be retained.
The Appeal
A good Jaguar sporting saloon blends comfort, traditional style, performance and just a dash of hooliganism. So it is with the supercharged X308 XJR, the 400bhp executive express that thumbed its nose at the best from Germany.
All those qualities explain why enthusiasts love these cars. This example is a one keeper, very well cared for XJR that conceals its tarmac-shredding potential. Only the eagle-eyed will spot the discreet badges, bigger wheels and upgraded interior that signify its super saloon status.
It has clearly been well maintained throughout its life, including annual servicing irrespective of mileage. Recent work includes new fuel pumps this year and, in 2023, attention to the structure.
A long MOT to May 2025 underlines the impression of a potent and luxurious super saloon that is ready to be enjoyed.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 8th February 1999
- One registered keeper from new
- Original bill of sale includes purchase price and options
- Factory fitted with steering column with memory, GSM phone, full size spare and tracker
- Serviced annually since purchased in 1999
- Car used regularly and parked in car port
- MOT valid to 20th May 2025 with minor advisories
- 101,898 miles showing on test and now on 101,963 miles
- Good service history with recent highlights shown in photographs
- 2 keys plus green emergency factory key
- Both rear sills and nearside front arch repaired in May 2023
- Private registration shown in photographs is not included in sale
The Condition
- Silver metallic paintwork in generally good order
- Bodywork has received some recent repairs detailed above
- Exterior generally well kept with some areas to note in photos to sills and arches
- Fitted with factory mudflaps
- Underside appears in good order with no structural advisories on current MOT
- Five spoke factory XJR alloy wheels in fair condition with matching full size spare
- Tyres in good condition and appear to be recent additions
- Ivory leather interior with dark wood veneers and contrasting black upper trim
- Generally well kept interior with some signs of wear to usual high traffic areas
- Specification includes 6CD multichanger in boot, memory column and Jaguar GSM phone
- Carpets are well kept and headlining is complete but is sagging, a common X308 issue
The Mechanics
- 3,996cc AJV8 supercharged 400bhp engine
- 5spd automatic gearbox with Jaguar J-Gate functionality
- Both fuel pumps recently replaced
- Vendor reports great acceleration and smooth, quiet ride
- Minor advisories to note on current MOT
- No reported running or driving issues
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Auction Details
- Year 1999
- Make Jaguar
- Model XJ
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 101,963 Miles
- Engine size 3980
- Seller Type Private
- Town Horsham
- County Sussex
- Country United Kingdom
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Auction ends
31 Bids
- marrayg•••• £3,100 14/08/24
- trevore•••• £3,000 14/08/24
- marrayg•••• £2,900 14/08/24
- trevore•••• £2,800 14/08/24
- marrayg•••• £2,700 14/08/24
- trevore•••• £2,600 14/08/24
- marrayg•••• £2,500 14/08/24
- GeofG•••• £2,400 14/08/24
- marrayg•••• £2,300 14/08/24
- GeofG•••• £2,200 14/08/24
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