Highlights

Popular Pacific Blue metallic with Ivory leather
Only 41,055 miles from new
Full Jaguar service history
Serviced by Harwood Jaguar in November 2024
Won first prize at a Jaguar Drivers Club June 2024 event
Luxury Sovereign model with limousine-like LWB wheelbase
Distinctive private plate is included
MOT to July 2025

The Appeal

The X308 was the last of a certain type of Jaguar saloon, ones that exude the long, low, louche style of the original XJ. Sovereign specification leans into the luxury of these wood and leather-trimmed lounges while ticking the long wheelbase option adds limousine-like comfort.

This very low mileage 4L XJ8 LWB Sovereign is in beautiful condition. The Pacific Blue over ivory colour scheme is one we know chimes well with enthusiasts. Its trio of keepers have used it sparingly and looked after it as a full run of servicing by Jaguar attests. The last service was by Harwood Jaguar in November 2024 - the car has barely covered 150 miles since.

The vendor is a marque enthusiast and member of the local Jaguar Driver’s Club. He has shown the car at the Club’s events, including scooping first prize in class in June 2024. It is only for sale because he has lost the car’s garaging.

There are other XJ8s but few with the specification, low mileage and maintenance history of this one. As an added incentive, the MOT runs to July 2025 with no advisories.

The vendor writes:

“The car drives beautifully with its silky smooth 4.0-litre V8 and sports automatic gearbox, it is very powerful, smooth and comfortable and can easily cope with modern traffic. It is a car to be savoured and enjoyed.”

The History and Paperwork

First registered 3rd August 2001
Originally purchased by Canon Cameras
Three registered keepers from new
Current keeper since June 2022
Previous keeper was a Bermuda resident who only used the car when in UK
When not in use the car has been professionally stored
Full Jaguar service history to 40,926 miles in November 2024 by Harwoods Jaguar
MOT valid to 14th July 2025 with one minor advisory to note
Always garaged by current enthusiast keeper
Won first prize at a Jaguar Drivers Club event in June 2024
Personal plate stays with the car
Factory handbooks
Only selling due to loss of storage
Timing chain tensioners and water pump replaced in 2007 at 15,415 miles
Two sets of keys

The Condition

Desirable specification including Sovereign trim and extended wheelbase
Bodywork looks in very good order with no dents or rust
Car presents well in usual X308 check areas such as sills, arches and base of screens
Pacific Blue metallic paintwork with minor blemishes to note
These include light deterioration of bonnet and boot as shown
These issues do not appear to detract from overall impression
Lunar alloy wheels with matching spare in very good condition
Quality Pirelli tyres in good order with sidewalls and tread presenting well
Underside is very good with no structural advisories on MOT
Fitted with a sprung bonnet leaper which vendor says is safe and legal
Sovereign specification Ivory leather interior with slight wear on the driver's seat
Leather features usual Sovereign elevated specification with dark grey piping
Wood cappings and part wooden steering wheel appear in smart condition
Roof lining and door shuts appear free from notable defects
Long list of factory standard and optional features summarised below
High specification includes heated rear seats, electric front seats with memory and rear window blinds
Factory standard and unmodified car including factory sound system
No reported electrical, switchgear or functional issues to report

Specification:

Automatic climate control
Traction control
ABS
Heated front seats
Satellite navigation
12-way electric front seats
Electrically operated front headrests lumbar support
Front electric seat operation with memory
Burr walnut veneer fascia & console
Electric steering column
Rear parking sensors
CD boot loader
Automatic headlights
Automatic wipers
On-board computer
Cruise control
Lunar alloy wheels
Five Pirelli Tyres
Steering wheel controls for radio/CD and cruise control
Remote central locking
Front fog lights
Headlamp levelling
Original toolkit
Warning triangle

Optional extras:

Electric folding mirrors
Front parking sensors
Heated rear seats
'Leaping Cat' safety sprung bonnet mascot
Wood/leather steering wheel
Wooden gear knob
Jaguar over rugs
Wooden rear centre storage tray
Chrome mirror covers
Headlamp power wash
Centre console cup holders

The Mechanics

3,996cc AJV8 290bhp Jaguar engine
5spd automatic gearbox with Jaguar J-gate functionality
Timing chain tensioners replaced with new modified ones at 15,415 miles
New water pump fitted at same time
Advisory on nearside rear brake disc condition which vendor states is due to lack of use
Vendor tells us the car emits no rattles, knocks or noises
Drives smoothly and comfortably
No reported running or driving issues
One minor advisory for mechanicals and running gear on last MOT
Full service history by Jaguar with last attention by Harwoods Jaguar in November

BEFORE YOU BUY

This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:

✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..

✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.

✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.

✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.

✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.

✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection

or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand..