When did the Jaguar XK8 series come out?
The Jaguar XK series (XK8 and XKR) is a grand tourer produced by British carmaker Jaguar since 1996. The car was introduced in Geneva Motor Show on March 5th 1996. It is the replacement of the XJS, and is available as a coupé and convertible.
When did the Jaguar XKR 100 come out?
Built to celebrate the centenary of Jaguar’s founder, 500 ‘XKR 100’ coupés and 500 convertibles were made in 2002. The XKR 100 featured an Anthracite paint finish, Recaro seats, 20-inch BBS alloys, Brembo brakes, and custom interior. This model may be referred to as the XKR-R as well.
Are there any problems with the Jaguar XKR?
Common problems include faulty water pumps, sticky thermostats, and corroded radiators. Since the XKR is heavy—about 4000 pounds—the front suspension bushings and rear shock absorbers suffer additional wear and tear. Wires in the XKR’s Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS) tend to fray.
When did they change the tensioners on the Jaguar XK8?
They were improved in 2002, and a durable metal alternative was fitted from 2005. If there’s no proof of replacement on earlier units, they should be checked. Upper tensioners (x2) are fairly easy to change; the lower one is trickier, so listen carefully for any untoward noises.
Is the Jaguar XK8 the same as the XKR?
And it has the same basic underpinnings as its XK8 sibling, which shares its XJ-S platform with the Aston Martin DB7. But the 2000–06 XKR is a luxury sports car that can stand on its own merits—and that includes the Jag’s current market value, which is so far below its original MSRP that you might wonder what exactly is wrong with the thing.
When did the Jaguar XKR GT come out?
Jaguar decided to introduce a facelift for its XK8 GT range, and, along with the rest of the stable, the XKR was improved to offer more power and better smiles per mile. After more than two decades into production, the old XJS was retired in 1996 and made room for a modern GT developed together with Ford and Aston Martin.
What’s the top speed of a Jaguar XKR?
The XKR-S is a limited version of the base Jaguar XK that also happens to be the fastest XK in production to date. This was achieved by recalibrating the engine management, with improved aerodynamics, and modified suspension. The top speed has been limited electronically to 174 mph (280 km/h).
How many miles does a 2002 Jaguar XK drive?
1st owner purchased on 12/07/01 and owned in CA until 08/01/16 • 2nd owner purchased on 02/02/17 and owned in CA until 02/15/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 5,446 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 4,925 miles/year.