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- The Classic Sale at Silverstone Festival 2025
- 1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible - Remarkable Restoration
1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible - Remarkable Restoration
Lot Number: 741
1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible - Remarkable Restoration
One man’s dream realised, a no expense spared restoration of his cherished XK8, with nearly £140,000 invested to return the car to 'as-new' condition.
- ESTIMATE: £10,000 - £20,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN
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BODY COLOUR
British Racing Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
C8 SSR -
ODOMETER READING
6562 Miles
SUMMARY
One man’s dream realised, a no expense spared restoration of his cherished XK8, with nearly £140,000 invested to return the car to 'as-new' condition.
DESCRIPTION
- After 24 years of enjoyable ownership and almost 100,000 miles, our vendor had formed an extremely strong bond with his beloved XK8, when corrosion and general wear dictated the car to be beyond repair
- The decision was taken to set about a total rebuild that included sourcing a brand new/old stock XK8 convertible bodyshell
- The NOS bodyshell was expertly finished in British Racing Green along with bumpers and trim sections before careful reassembly by highly skilled technicians
- Works included a full mechanical overhaul, full retrim and a new hood
- All components and parts were either professionally reconditioned or replaced, including control modules, exhaust system, sensors, engine auxiliary components and much more
- The XK also benefited from improved sound proofing and a discreet stereo upgrade with Bluetooth connectivity, bespoke rear speaker boxes, upgraded speakers, amplifier and a new head unit installed by an audio specialist at over £5,000
- We understand the investment totalled around £140,000 and as you can imagine, the invoice file is substantial
- The work was completed in early 2023 and since then the car has covered just over 6,500 miles (speedo zeroed after restoration) and is therefore nicely shaken down
- This is an unrepeatable opportunity to take ownership of an XK8 truly lavished with time, money and expert attention
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 741
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- XK8
- Variant
- Convertible
- Registration Number
- C8 SSR
- MOT Expiry
- 16/12/2025
- Chassis Number
- SAJJGAFD3AR012810
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- British Racing Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Steven Keen
- Car Specialist
- 07500 040422
- steven@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Having covered 6,500 miles there are a few small scuffs on the bumpers (may polish out) and small stone chips as you would expect, therefore dowgraded to 4 stars
Interior
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Boot:
Remarks
Minimal use, with only light wear consistent with the limited mileage covered.
Engine
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Running:
Transmission
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Running Gear
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Remarks
A few small areas of curbing on the refurbished alloys
Electrics
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Vehicle History
Remarks
The history file includes, V5c registration paperwork and the detailed invoices from restoration. It had an MOT on 17th Dec 2024 at 6,254 miles with no advisories.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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