Description
2001 Jaguar XKR Silverstone Edition
Registration Number: X887 NGJ
Chassis Number: TBA
Recorded Mileage: c. 47, 000 miles
- Rare Silverstone Limited Edition
- Low mileage example with detailed history file
In the run up to the 2000 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Jaguar announced the launch of their new Limited Edition XKR, the aptly named XKR Silverstone. Based on the already superb specification of the XKR, the new Jaguar was enhanced both in performance and design. The cars were all finished in a Platinum Silver paint finish (with convertibles having a complementing black hood) and carried the new unique Silverstone badging. Complemented by a new contrasting leather piped sports interior and a unique “smoke” stained maple veneer facia, the car was also to be given an upgraded chassis and braking system designed by the Jaguar Special Vehicle Operations team (SVO), this included Brembo brakes and sophisticated CATS system (Computer Active Technology Suspension).
Twenty inch BBS “Detroit” wheels with ultra low profile tyres, endowing the car with a menacing stance, whilst maintaining the best handling production car of its class. The engine remained the same 370bhp supercharged 4. 0 litre AJ-V8 as in the existing XKR which could accelerate the 0-60 in around 5. 2 seconds. Only 100 models were built, 50 of each in both coupe and convertible mode.
This low-mileage XKR Silverstone has clearly had a cosseted life, in recent times residing in the warm climate of Southern Spain. Showing in the region of just 43, 000 miles from new, the XKR wears exceptionally clean coachwork, with a nicely preserved black leather interior. Turn the ignition key and the 4-litre supercharged V8 bursts into life with a throaty growl from the stainless steel sports exhaust. Once the supercharger spools up the XKR catapults you to the horizon at a relentless pace, yet is comfortable and satisfying to drive at regular road speeds.
The history file is complete with a Jaguar dealer book pack and wallet, also a number of receipts for dealer and specialist servicing over the years. The vendor advises four new tyres have been fitted in the last 500 miles.
Offering exceptional value in the market, this modern-driving high performance GT will be a collector’s car to watch in the coming years.
This classic vehicle will be coming to auction with Dore & Rees Auctions on Wednesday 4th December at Five Zeroes Supercars Ltd, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire. For further information please contact the Motoring department.
