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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2023
- 1998 Jaguar XK8 Coupé
1998 Jaguar XK8 Coupé
Lot Number: 414
1998 Jaguar XK8 Coupé
Very well maintained XK8 Coupé with a recent engine rebuild less than 5,000 miles ago. To be sold with 'No Reserve'.
- Sold for: £1,688
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 26th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Jaguar BR Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
J40 AWR -
ODOMETER READING
108000 Miles
SUMMARY
Very well maintained XK8 Coupé with a recent engine rebuild less than 5,000 miles ago. To be sold with 'No Reserve'.
DESCRIPTION
- Very well presented in Jaguar British Racing Green
- Tasteful interior in Cream/Oatmeal leathers, Coffee carpets and polished walnut veneers
- 4-litre 32-valve AJ-V8 generating 290bhp and offering 0-60 in 6.4 seconds and 156mph
- The car has been maintained as per the mileage schedule but sadly there is not a huge amount of paperwork to support this
- The engine suffered a failure less than 5,000 miles ago and has been fully rebuilt
- The battery light is constantly on although this was caused by the new alternator and the car doesn't recognise the part although everything works perfectly as it should
- This lovely XK is now on offer at 'No Reserve'
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 414
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- XK8
- Variant
- Coupe
- Registration Number
- J40 AWR
- MOT Expiry
- 06/04/2023
- Chassis Number
- SAJJGAED3AR027738
- Engine Number
- CC9805031930
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Jaguar BR Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Alex Newton
- Classic Car Specialist
- enquiries@iconicauctioneers.com
SCORE:
105 / 135
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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
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