When did the Jaguar XKR limited edition come out?
2005 Run out S limited edition (based on either the XK8 or XKR) has a new choice of interior and exterior colour schemes plus 19-inch alloy rims. Performance Car didn’t mince its words after its first drive of an XK8 coupé in autumn 1996.
Is the Jaguar XK8 / XKR a reliable car?
Over the years, XK8/XKR auto gearboxes have proved to be reasonably reliable, more so the Mercedes-Benz-derived five-speed ‘boxes fitted to the supercharged and 4.2-litre cars. These ‘boxes have gained a reputation for generally being bulletproof and changes should take place with an appreciable smoothness.
What kind of engine does a Jaguar XKR have?
The XKR’s quad-cam, 32-valve, Eaton-supercharged V8 engine pushes out a very healthy 370bhp, making a pre-2003 4.0-litre example with all its extra standard creature comforts a real bargain – the perfect prestige sports car for the discerning enthusiast.
Is the XK8 4.0 aspirated sealed for life?
The XK8 4.0 (i.e normally aspirated) does have an achilles heel when it comes to its ZF 5HP24 gearbox. These gearboxes are specified as “sealed for life” but can and certainly should be serviced routinely with fresh oil.
Which is the highest mileage XK8 or XKR?
The highest mileage XK8 we have driven had a whopping 335,000 miles on the clock and felt better to drive than some 60,000 milers.
The XK8 4.0 (i.e normally aspirated) does have an achilles heel when it comes to its ZF 5HP24 gearbox. These gearboxes are specified as “sealed for life” but can and certainly should be serviced routinely with fresh oil.
When did the XK8 get a V8 engine?
In 2002 the engine was upgraded to a 4.2 V8, and gearboxes upgraded to a 6-speed ZF automatic for both normally aspirated and supercharged. Approximate production numbers were around 72,000 of the 4.0 litre cars, and just 18,000 of the 4.2 litre, making the 4.2 a much rarer example.
What’s the average value of An XK8 car?
The great news for a prospective XK owner is that the market looks to have already bottomed out, and it is clear that values are rising. The XJS is a good example of what to expect – average mileage cars that would have once fetched £3-£4k are now being advertised at £10k+.