The XKR is the ultimate derivative of the original Jaguar ‘X100’ XK8 sports car, with incredible performance, a shrieking supercharger, gorgeous looks and a wonderfully balanced chassis.
 
Launched in 1996, the model was the flagship of the range, initially with 370bhp from its 4.0-litre V8 engine, with the engine later increased in size to 4.2-litres and the power upped to 400bhp.
 
This example is one such car – indeed, it’s one of the very late - and it’s an absolute stunner – a genuine low mileage car in rare and desirable Midnight Black Metallic, with a very rare Ivory and Oatmeal interior interior with light maple veneers. It also comes with smart Montreal 20-inch alloy wheels, as found on the XKR 100 centenary models.

Of particular appeal to any potential buyer will be the list of added options and upgrades to the car, which include an XKR Premium Pack consisting of aluminium gear surround, pedals and cluster bezels, reverse parking sensors, heated front and rear windscreen, sports steering wheel and Momo gear knob. The brakes were also given an upgrade to Brembo cross-drilled discs, pads and calipers. R-performance options were also added, upgrading the wheels to split-rim 20-inch BBS Montreals, the soft-grain leather Recaro seats were given heaters, and a 10-way adjustable control.

The suspension was also upgraded to the computer controlled CATS system with revised damper settings, uprated springs and anti-roll bar, leading to a slightly lower ride height.

A Technology Pack was also specified, giving the car factory-fitted satellite navigation, an improved Jaguar Alpine sound system with Bluetooth hands-free and a six-CD multichanger, plus radar controlled Adaptive Cruise Control.
 
It’s a hugely desirable example of a superb British sports car in lovely, low mileage condition inside and out. Add in the scintillating performance on offer, the rare interior colour scheme and the terrific combination of comfort and performance and you have one of the best modern classic grand tourers that money can buy. It’s a lovely thing, and in great condition throughout. 

 

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 deposit. 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.. If requested, we may refer you to a third-party shipping company who can help. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected]