- Auctions
- The Classic Sale at Silverstone Festival 2025
- 2003 Jaguar XK8 4.2 Convertible (X100)
2003 Jaguar XK8 4.2 Convertible (X100)
2003 Jaguar XK8 4.2 Convertible (X100)
- ESTIMATE: £13,000 - £16,000
+ 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
Platinum Silver -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
DK53 HXN -
ODOMETER READING
33500 Miles
SUMMARY
DESCRIPTION
- Launched in 1996, the Jaguar XK8 marked a fresh chapter in the marque's 'grand touring' tradition
- With sleek lines penned by Geoff Lawson, the XK8 evoked the elegance of classic E-Types while introducing Jaguar’s first production V8 engine – the 4-litre AJ-V8
- This example is delightfully presented in Platinum Silver with an Ivory and Sable leather interior and sits on factory 'Detroit alloys'
- The dark blue hood retains good colour, the lining is taught and not sagging
- Powered by Jaguar's 4-litre, 32-valve, 290bhp AJ-V8 offering 0-60 in 6.4 seconds and 156mph
- Just three former registered keepers and 33,500 miles from new
- Serviced every year during our vendor's ownership. Service book has 14 stamps and a file of additional invoices and history. Last serviced at 33,180 miles on 4/06/2025 and new battery fitted. MOT valid until May 2026
- Supplied with the dealers book pack, three keys including the valet key, and a Navigation C.D.
SPECIFICATION
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- XK8 CONVERTIBLE
- Registration Number
- DK53 HXN
- MOT Expiry
- 29/05/2026
- Chassis Number
- SAJAC42P542A38061
- Engine Number
- 2B0307232114
- Transmission
- Auto
- Body Colour
- Platinum Silver
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
The car drives perfectly and will be driven to the sale. Panel fit is perfect. Roof operates quickly and smoothly with good fit and no leaks. The dark blue hood retains good colour, the lining is taught and not sagging. Waxoiled during its life.
Interior
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Engine
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Remarks
Engine, gearbox, drivetrain and suspension operate smoothly with no knocks, bangs or shudders.
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Remarks
All electrics work as they should. Well equipped with a/c, heated screen, cruise control, electric column, windows, electric heated seats, parking sensors, navigation, radio c/d and stacker.
Vehicle History
Remarks
The car has been serviced every year of my ownership by my jaguar owning and enthusiast mechanic. Service book has 14 stamps and a file of additional invoices and history. Last serviced at 33,180 miles on 4,6,25 and new battery fitted. Mot until 29,5,26. Book pack with all books. Three keys including valet key. Navigation C.D.
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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