1997 Jaguar X300 XJ Sport 3.2 Litre - AJ16
Automatic
Carnival Red
Ivory Sport Leather
152k Miles
MOT until April 2020
For sale is a reliable and useable classic Jaguar X300 XJ Sport. Fitted with an Electric Tilt/Slide Sunroof - rare option.
Of all the XJ models, the X300 XJ Sport is one of my favourite. They have slightly lower suspension, 16" Dimple alloy wheels with anthracite inserts, Sport Leather interior with dark walnut burr trim and a colour coded front grill. It just makes the car look 'right'. Personally, I think they look better than the base XJ6, Sovereign and Executive models. Only the XJRs have a nicer appearance!
Finished in Jaguar's gorgeous Carnival Red Metallic and complemented perfectly by the Ivory Sport Leather Interior, this is a good looking big cat.
Powered by the bullet-proof AJ16 engine:
3239cc / In-Line 6 Cylinder / 24 Valve / 218 BHP
As with most of these X300 models, the engine is totally reliable. Starts first time. Idles in the correct manner. No hunting or hesitation.
No leaks, no overheating. Maintains correct oil pressure, battery voltage and coolant temperature. Last serviced in April 2019 (Oil & Filter).
Gearbox is good and changes gear as it should. Also kicks down fine.
Exhausts appear to be solid and free from the blows that most of these tend to have.
Brakes are good all round as are the tyres.
Suspension is firm and has the typical Jag ride. There is a clonking coming from the rear over uneven surfaces, which sounds like a anti-roll bar link or top shock mount.
As per the photos, the car is in very presentable condition. There are a few patches of lacquer peel around the body, but not as bad as they typically are. The metal strip on the rear bumper is lifting slightly. A few scuffs on the bumper corners. Generally, however, a solid example and not the usual rot box.
Interior is also in decent order, with a few cracks to the leather and usual wear to driver's seat bolster. A few marks as to be expected at this age. Would benefit from a deep clean to return to former glory, but useable as is. The dark walnut burr trim looks very good and matches the Ivory leather well. The seats are very comfortable and supportive.
Alloy Wheels are in good condition, with a few marks as to be expected.
Comes with: 1 x Key and Remote Fob / Jaguar Leather Folder / XJ User Manuals & Leaflets / V5 Logbook
Located in Shinfield, Berkshire, RG2 post code. Please call me on 07984 395400.
