About this Collectable

A brutal V8 with a whining supercharger in a stylish British tailor-made suit: that's the Jaguar XKR in a nutshell. A dream car, but not an unobtainable one. This car is finished in Anthracite Metallic with Cashmere interior and has 117.700 km on the odomete.

The XKR appeared in 1998 as the extra capable version of the XK8. For this, the British installed an Eaton supercharger on the new 4.0 liter V8. The result is impressive: the power increased from 294 to 375 hp, while the torque increased from 393 Nm to 525 Nm. A significant difference. The characteristic supercharger howl acts as a nice bonus.

A Jaguar should be elegant and stylish and that is definitely the case with the XKR. The fact that the design is inspired by the E-type certainly helps. The grille and hood louvres in particular are direct references to Jaguar's iconic classic. The hood also opens in the E-type way, which means forwards. In addition to the louvres and the grille, the XKR can be recognized by the subtle spoiler. Jaguar has kept everything subtle, as it should be.

The XKR comes standard with CATS (Computer Active Technology Suspension) for optimal handling. The interior is finished in Cashmere leather with walnut wood inlay, which gives the car an unmistakable classic Jaguar feel on the inside.

The last owner has made a number of subtle modifications to make the XKR just a little more agressive. The XKR, which rides quite high as standard, is lowered 25 mm at the rear. The stance has also been slightly improved with 15mm wheel spacers. Furthermore, the V8 growl is more noticable thanks to an Adamash over axle exhaust. Additionaly, a K&N air filter has been installed. The engine remained untouched. The power of this Jaguar is 'sufficient', after all.

The car was originally delivered in the Netherlands and has had five owners. Together they have put 117.700 km on the odometer. The last owner took care of some imperfections, such as stone chippings and the inevitable loose headliner. This makes this British beauty look beautiful once again.

Equipment

This Jaguar is equipped from factory with:

  • Leather furnishing
  • Walnut wood inlay
  • Cruise control
  • Electrically adjustable seats + memory
  • Seat heating
  • Climate control
  • CATS (Computer Active Technology Suspension)
  • Electrically adjustable and automatically dimming exterior mirrors
  • Automatically dimming interior mirror
  • Car phone

Modifications

The following modifications have been made to the car:

  • The original Double Five rims have been replaced by 18 inch BBS Milan rims (also originally supplied on the XKR)
  • Adamesh Stage 2 over axle exhaust + trim pieces
  • Adamesh 25 mm rear lowering springs
  • 15 mm rear spacers
  • K&N air filter

Remarks

The car is in a neat condition. There are just some minor cosmetic points of attention, in the photos:

  • Wear on the driver's seat
  • Small rust spot for the left rear wheel
  • Small scratches on the left exterior mirror

Very recently (after taking the photos) a child has cycled against the car, resulting in a small scratch and a small crack in the front bumper. This is currently being fixed.

Recent maintenance history

The most important points from the recent maintenance history are:

  • April 8, 2021 - Jaguar De Reefhorst - 116.269 km: small service
  • September 7, 2019 - Jaguar De Reefhorst - 99.478 km: overhaul at € 4.396,44 (including automatic transmission oil change + new spark plugs, front upper wishbone, front stabilizer sticks, coolant hoses, front brake hoses, thermostat + precautionary chain tensioner modification)

Additionaly, rust spots in the wheel arch rim have recently been repaired, the front bumper has been repainted (due to light parking damage and stone chips) and the loose headliner has been replaced. The car is also rust-free and all electronics work.

Included with sale

  • Two keys
  • Original booklets (minus the maintenance booklet)
  • Maintenance history with invoices from 2009
  • CD Changer

About the seller

The seller has a preference for British. His previous car was a Jaguar XJ from 1997. An XKR had always been an affordable dream car for him, so it became the successor to the XJ. Yet it is not all British that matters: he also has an Escort from '83, which he took over from his great uncle. His next car will probably be British again. Because he thinks the XKR is a bit economical, he is looking for a Bentley Continental GT W12.

Summary

Seller - Kevin
Seller type - Private
Location - The Netherlands
VIN - SAJJGAEF4AR038257
Year of production - 1999
Mileage - 118.100 km
NAP - Yes
Warranty - No
Body type - Coupé
Engine - 4,0 liter V8 with 375 hp
Lay-out - Rear wheel drive
Transmission - Five-speed automatic transmission
Exterior colour  - Anthracite Metallic (PED)
Interior colour - Cashmere
Upholstery - Leather
Smoker's car - No
Owners - 5 (including current)
Tires -  Pirelli P Zero (front - 2018 ca. 5 mm, rear - 2020 ca. 5 mm)

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