Highlights

Low mileage of 34,989 miles
Owned by the same family since 2006
Full service history with numerous invoices
MOT valid until November 2024
Metallic red exterior with cream interior
Well kept car with scope to make even better

The Appeal

This XK8 has led a very cosseted life. In the same husband and wife ownership since 2006, it has covered less than 35,000 miles in its 24 years. The result is a remarkably preserved car that will be a treat for enthusiasts of these ultra-smooth V8-engined coupes.

The burgundy metallic paintwork is well kept, as is the ivory leather interior which shows few signs of age or use. There are some minor areas for the buyer to consider improving across the bodywork, but nothing requiring immediate attention.

With a thick history folder attesting to fastidious servicing and current MOT to November 2024, this tidy XK8 is ready to enjoy with scope to make even better.

History and Paperwork

First registered 27th October 2000
DVLA records not a colour change 4 days after registration which likely indicates a dealer error
HPI clear
Three registered keepers
Same husband and wife ownership since 2006 to 2024
MOT valid until November 2024 with advisories to note
Full service book stamped with numerous invoices
All handbooks and two sets of keys
We are told the car has always been garaged since 2006

The Condition

Smart burgundy metallic paintwork in good order with only minor signs of age
These include some stone chips and light marks as shown in photographs
Bodywork is well kept for year with some corrosion to note to rear arches
Vendor reports that the sills are in good order
Advisory to note on current MOT for underside
Five spoke ‘starfish’ alloy wheels in good order with quality Pirellli tyres
Very well kept ivory leather interior with facelifted seats with separate headrests
Few signs of age or wear to well specified wood and leather interior
There is some light wear to driver’s seat typical of age andmileage
Clean interior with no odours or dampness

The Mechanics

3,996cc AJV8 engine delivering 290bhp
5spd automatic gearbox with Jaguar J-Gate functionality
Described by seller as mechanically like new with no imperfections
Drives smoothly and comfortably, recently driven 40 miles without issue
Feels tight and responsive, indicative of careful maintenance according to seller
Extensive history file showing regular servicing and supporting low mileage
No reported running or driving issues
Advisory to note on current MOT for EML light but this appears to have been resolved in photos

The vendor tells us:

“We recently purchased it off of the lady owner. She and her late husband had owned it since 2006. The only reason she was parting with it was her age - a grand one of 90 years. The car had been her and her husband’s pride & joy.

It feel very nice to drive, still nice and tight and responsive very smooth. With this car you would be buying a low owner example in a great colour combination with a good service history and exceptionally low mileage.”

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