Jaguar XJ8 Executive (1997)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 112 photos
  • Video including engine running
  • Paint thickness measurement
  • Last service performed at 106,000 km; the timing chain was replaced during this service
  • Mileage of 110,929 km; this is verifiable.

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1997
  • First registration: Italy
  • Engine: 4.0-liter V8 engine with 284 PS (209 kW)
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Exterior color: Metallic red
  • Interior: black leather
  • TÜV valid until 06/2028

  Condition

  Exterior

  • Exterior color is Metallic Red
  • Paint thickness measurements showed values ranging from 177 µm to 903 µm
  • The paint and body are in good condition with only minor age-related signs of wear
  • There is a small dent next to the front headlight. (Image 21)
  • The rear bumper has hairline cracks in the paint (Image 43)
  • The vehicle was originally registered in Italy, has never been driven on salted roads, and has only ever been driven in the summer. According to the owner, there is no rust
  • The tires were completely replaced in May 2026

  Interior

  • The car has a black leather interior
  • The interior is in very well-maintained condition with only slight signs of age
  • There are no known defects in the interior

  Mechanics

  • The vehicle is registered and road-ready
  • There are no known technical defects. All necessary maintenance has always been performed
  • The V8 runs flawlessly, and the automatic transmission shifts smoothly
  • All equipment functions without defects
  • The last service was performed at 106,000 km. During that service, the timing chain and the ignition system were overhauled
  • The battery is new

  History

  Ownership History

  • Number of owners: 2
  • Initial registration: Italy

  Service History

  • 2026: All tires replaced
  • 106,000 km: Timing chain and ignition system overhauled
  • 104,000 km: Comprehensive service at Schuttenbach

  Documents

  • Invoices (Images 106–108)
  • TÜV report (Image 109)
  • Vehicle Registration Certificate (Image 110) & Vehicle Title (Image 111)

  Summary

  For sale is a 1997 Jaguar XJ8 in metallic red with an automatic transmission. The vehicle has a verifiable mileage of 110,929 kilometers and is a used car. The Jaguar was originally registered in Italy and, according to the seller, was driven only in the summer, meaning it was not exposed to road salt. The body and interior are in good condition with slight signs of wear. Significant mechanical work has been performed recently, including a comprehensive service at 104,000 kilometers and an overhaul of the timing chain and ignition system at 106,000 kilometers. In addition, all tires were replaced and a new battery was installed in May 2026. With its verifiable mileage and well-maintained usage history, this Jaguar XJ8 offers a solid opportunity for enthusiasts of British luxury cars.