Jaguar X308 XJ8 3.2 V8 - 240 BHP 'AJV8'
5 Speed Automatic
1998 'S' Registration
Madeira Red Metallic - Rare Colour
Oatmeal Leather Interior
12 Months MOT
Factory Upgrades include an Electric Tilt / Slide Sunroof and the Harmon Kardon Stereo System.
Usual XJ8 Specification:
It has had some welding done to get through this MOT, a set of number plates and the handbrake was adjusted. The rest of the underneath was cleaned with a wire brush, and undersealed to protect from further corrosion.
For sale is my Jaguar XJ8 3.2 V8 Saloon. This chassis is referred to as the X308, and known to be last of the classic and iconic shape XJ models.
In my opinion, it is finished in one of the best colours for an XJ8 model - Madeira Red Metallic.
Factory Upgrades include an Electric Tilt / Slide Sunroof and the Harmon Kardon Stereo System.
Usual XJ8 Specification:
Madeira Red Metallic with Full Oatmeal Leather Interior, 16" Alloy Wheels, Electric Front Seats, Leather-Stitched Steering Wheel, Leather-Stitched Centre Console, Walnut Burr Wood Trim, Air Conditioning, Digital Climate Control, Electric Windows x 4, Power Steering, Central Locking, Alarm & Immobiliser, Space Saver Spare Wheel, Front Fog Lamps.
The car is mechanically sound, and drives like an XJ should. It starts first time, and idles in the correct manner. There is no overheating. It gets to the optimum temperature and sits there. Excellent Oil Pressure. Voltage as it should be. Exhausts are solid, with none of the usual blows or leaks.
'AJV8’ / 3248cc / V8 / 32 Valve / 240 BHP / 140+ MPH
It has the torquey 'AJV8' engine. This has plenty of power and low-down torque. Pulls well throughout the rev range, with no hesitation or power loss.
The gearbox is good and the gears change as they should be. Jaguar really did get the gearboxes good. Goes through all the ratios fine and kicks down with no shuddering.
Suspension is smooth and composed - irons out all bumps and anomalies in the road. It truly is a magic carpet type ride in this car. However, for a large car, it still handles impressively well and you can confidently throw it into corners at speed. It's no Lotus Elise, but will surprise you with how it behaves. There is slight knocking at the rear over uneven road surfaces, which is most likely an anti-roll bar link or ball joint.
The brakes stop the car fine, but there is some vibration under braking. No mention on the MOT, but being honest, would benefit from a set of front discs and pads in the future.
The tyres are decent. They have plenty of life left. There is a whine from a front wheel bearing.
It has had some welding done to get through this MOT, a set of number plates and the handbrake was adjusted. The rest of the underneath was cleaned with a wire brush, and undersealed to protect from further corrosion.
Being an upmarket model, it is built to a high quality standard and you can appreciate this from the fit and finish. It is a pleasure to drive and long journeys are completed with ease - you get out at the other end feeling refreshed. Anyone who goes for a spin in the car always give positive comments about how it drives and also on the classic appearance of the interior.
Everything works as it should, which is to be expected from a car which cost over £40k when new. Currently, there are no warning lights on the dashboard cluster.
The car is in presentable condition, alhtough it does have a few rust bubbles on the arches and a small amount on the OSR door sill. Remarkably, there is no major rust or rot on the body (apart from that mentioned above) – it is solid, especially compared to many others out there. It is not the usual rot box. There are marks, blemishes and stone chips as to be expected on a 22 year old car.
It is not new or perfect, but still looks special and classy - no one would think you paid less than £2k for this lump of metal!
It is not new or perfect, but still looks special and classy - no one would think you paid less than £2k for this lump of metal!
The interior of this car is in very good order, with no rips or tears. Everything is tight and solid. The seats are comfortable, and the front ones adjust electrically. There is an abundance of wood and leather everywhere, as well as some nice chrome touches. Headlining appears to be intact.
Grab a bargain - prices of decent X300s are steadily increasing, and won't be this money for long. And one with celebrity ownership attached, is even more appealing and can only increase its future value!
Comes with: 2 Keys, Jaguar Leather Folder, XJ User Manual and Handbooks, Service Booklet, MOT Certificate, V5 Logbook.
Located in Shinfield, Berkshire, RG2 post code. Please call me on 07984 395400.
