In Brief:

• Good example of an X100 generation XK8
• Finished in Ultraviolet Blue over a Dove Grey leather interior
• Registered to the current keeper for the last 18 years
• Benefits from the improved 4.2 litre engine used from 2002 onwards
• Great history file including stamped service book
• Genuine 68,154 miles from new

On the Surface:

A good example of an X100-generation Jaguar XK8 Coupe, finished in Ultraviolet Blue over a Dove Grey leather interior. This later-production XK8 benefits from the improved 4.2-litre V8 engine, offering enhanced performance and reliability over earlier 4.0-litre models.

Maintenance & History:

In the name of its current registered keeper for the past 18 years. Accompanied by a comprehensive history file, this XK8 comes with two leather-bound Jaguar bookpacks containing the Driver’s Handbook, Audio System Handbook, and Service Portfolio. The Service Portfolio records six stamped entries and one handwritten entry for servicing carried out between 2004 (at 10,329 miles) and 2011 (at 57,460 miles). Extensive invoices document ongoing maintenance, including significant underbody waxing and rust treatment completed by Trickett Welding of Poole in 2019 at a cost of £7,090.26, with photographic evidence included. The current mileage of 68,154 is verified by both service and MOT history.

The Model:

Launched in 1996 as the successor to the XJS, the XK8 (project code X100) represented a new era for Jaguar’s grand tourers. Available as a coupé or convertible, it combined traditional British luxury with modern engineering. The 2002 update enlarged the V8 to 4.2 litres, producing 300 BHP and delivering a 0–60 time of 6.1 seconds, with power sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed automatic gearbox. A spring 2004 revision brought subtle styling updates including new wheel designs, larger spoilers, and a redesigned grille — all of which kept the XK8 fresh in a competitive market.

Sale Insight:

Well-presented, attractively specified and supported by a great history file, this Ultraviolet Blue XK8 Coupe stands out as a desirable later 4.2-litre example. With proven mileage, documented care, and long-term single ownership, it represents a compelling opportunity for anyone seeking a refined, high-performance grand tourer from one of Britain’s most celebrated marques.

Estimate:
£3,500 - £4,500