1999 Jaguar XK X100 XK8

Very nice 1999 XK8 4. 0 Coupe.
90723 miles.
MOT July '25.
Colour: Gold.
2 sets of keys, 2 key fobs and valet key.
6 careful, caring owners from new. I acquired vehicle in 2018 from a fellow enthusiast.
Stamped history upto 90, 000 miles. Extensive history file.
Car has only covered around 10, 000 miles since 2008. Durng this time it has been a mixture of dry storage or occasional weekend summer use only.
During my ownership (specifically over past 2-3 years) it has had:
New headlining.
New tyres.
Professionally rebuilt auto transmission by ZF specialist fitted.
Complete new stage 1 larger bore stainless steel exhaust (rear silencers deleted).
New catalytic converters and oxygen sensors.
Battery.
Paintwork professionally ceramic coated usng GTechniq product.
A couple of scratches, front bumper paint chips, windshield & rear screen surrounds blistering have been addressed and repaired professionally.
Both footwell panels (in the usual corrosion points) have been professionally repaired using repair panels.
Recent new rear brake pads and front suspension poly bushes along with new front anti roll bar link rods.
New headlamp washer pump and upgraded (legal) headlamp bulbs.
Recent full service and correct specification spark plugs renewed.
Previous owner did the timing chain mods and fitted new coil packs throughout.
If you have checked the MOT history you will note that it recently failed on emmissions. This was diagnosed as the LH bank post cat oxygen sensor. Renewed sensor and all is now fine.
Interior is really nice, clean condition having been detailed professionally just over a year ago.
All receipts and documentation for the above work is present and included in the history file.

I have loved owning this Jag but it is surplus to requirements and needs driving; I just don't have the time.
There are a couple of points that need addressing by the new owner:
The air con could do with a service.
The storage cubby hole under the centre armrest has its liner missing.
The lock button on the spare key fob is loose (it is there but loose).

Apart from that it is a real head turner, straight, rot free, goes and stops well, surprisingly economical, everything works including the 6 disc autochanger and is a joy to own and drive.

Any questions, viewing or inspectons welcome. The service and ownership history is detailed above so here are a few personal observations and feelings about my Jguar XK8.
I have always loved the XK8 since it was first introduced. The lines, its stance, the hints of E-Type here and there and that fabulous 4. 0L V8 powerplant.
This example is now beautifully presented looking great in its ceramic coated gold paintwork. The interior is a nice place to be and from what I can tell has always been smoke free. The auto transmission changes gears smoothly and the roadholding inspires confidence to progress with ease in this comfortable GT car.
Myself and the previous owner (who is afriend of mine) have carried on with the meticulous maintenance regime exhibited by the previous owners with its service history all present and correct.
Since upgrading the exhaust system from the cats back to a larger bore and deleting the rear silencers this big cat now has a gentle roar that befits its styling and pedigree. That exhaust note is truly addictive!

There are cheaper XKs out there but I'll stick my neck out and say that all will need lots of money and time spending to get anywhere near the standard of this example. It really is a true gem.