Factory fitted from new in 1999 with £14,000 worth of Paramount Performance upgrades
A rare and sensible mileage example of the rip-snorting supercharged XKR convertible
Compete with a good history and an excellent condition for its age
Reluctant sale from the vendor
The Appeal
The XKR was the high-performance derivative of the already popular XK8, Jaguar’s much anticipated XJS successor. The XKR joined the range in 1998, the year of this car, and upped the ante considerably over the standard XK8 by fitting an Eaton supercharger to the already muscular AJ-V8 engine. The supercharger itself boasted a 2.0L capacity and delivered a shade under 12Ibs of boost. This was enough to unleash a mighty 370bhp, sufficient for a 5 second 0-60 mph time and the ability to reach the limited 150 mph top speed soon afterwards.
This example doubles down on that already stunning specification courtesy of its Paramount Performance modifications. Paramount use their skills and experience to further enhance this already stunning XKR package. In this instance those modifications included bodywork enhancements, suspension and exhaust upgrades as well as a number of other additions.
The History and Paperwork
First registered in May 1999
Supplied new by Jaguar dealers Reg Vardy of Tyne & Wear
Underwent over £14,000 worth of Paramount Performance modifications in 1999
Lightly used and responsibly enjoyed by six previous keepers
The current owner acquired the XKR in August 2023 to become the seventh
Only around 600 further miles have been added since then
The XKR has now covered around 72,000 miles to date
Now only being sold due to a change of working circumstances
A great archive of paperwork is included
The current V5 in the name of the present keeper is on hand
The car holds a valid MOT until June 2025 with no advisories
Numerous earlier hard copy MOTs are also included
The car comes with the original Jaguar book pack
This includes the all-important service book
The service book contains 13 stamps from both Jaguar dealers and independents
There is extensive paperwork included that documents the 1999 Paramount Performance work
Numerous invoices are on hand detailing work undertaken
In the current ownership this includes a wheel refurbishment
An aftermarket head unit was also replaced with the correct centre panel and gauges
The Condition
The XKR presents in a great Antigua Blue colourway
The paintwork presents beautifully with no imperfections noted or reported
The bodywork is very good too
The owner only notes some minor corrosion on the sill ends that may need future attention
The Jaguar sits on a set 19-inch, five spoke Dynamics wheels
These were subject to a recent refurbishment and are, hence, very well presented
The dark blue hood looks to be in excellent order and tightly fitting
An oatmeal-coloured tonneau is present which matches the interior leather
The interior is sumptuously appointed as you might expect
Upholstery is courtesy of a light, oatmeal leather
There is plenty of varnished wood veneer on display enhancing the luxurious air
The interior looks to be in very good original condition and presents very well throughout
The Mechanics
This XKR is fitted with the Eaton Supercharged 4L AJ-V8 engine
Originally boasting nearly 370bhp and torque to match
Power is fed to the rear wheels via a 5-speed ZF automatic gearbox
This example has benefitted from the fitment of Paramount Performance sports exhaust
Given its service history and sympathetic ownership the car is reported to be in excellent mechanical condition
The owner reports that it’s a “lovely drive with beautiful view over long bonnet”
He also notes that the “Paramount Performance upgrade provides for a great engine noise”
The underside appears to be dry and free of oil leaks
Some previous welded repairs are noted but appear carried out to high standard
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Auction Details
Year1999
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK
Colour
Blue
Odometer
71,784 Miles
Engine size3996
Seller TypePrivate
Town
Solihull
CountyWest Midlands
Country
United Kingdom
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