Where can I find a 1998 Jaguar XK8?
by First Jag Owner from Fort Worth, Texas on Mon Mar 22 2010 Found a 1998 Jaguar XK8 on Cars.com at a local (Dallas) dealer. The car had only 25k original miles, but the dealer was asking $19k for the car (too much). So, I used the dealer’s website to determine that the trade-in value was only $12k.
What kind of engine does a Jaguar XK have?
The initial model available in the XK range of grand tourers was the XK8 coupé and convertible which were later joined by the more powerful XKR models. The XK8 used the new 4.0-litre 32-valve Jaguar AJ-V8 engine and was available in a two-door coupé and two-door convertible bodystyles.
What’s the maximum speed of a Jaguar XK8?
Both the XK8 and XKR are electronically limited to a maximum speed of 250.1 km/h (155.4 mph). The XK8 came standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, while 18-inch (Standard on the XKR), 19-inch, and 20-inch wheels were available for additional cost. The XKR models used Pirelli P Zero tyres measuring 245/45ZR-18 at the front and 255/ 45ZR-18 at the rear.
Why does the Jaguar XK8 have a rear seat?
Like most cars that characterize themselves as two-plus-two, the XK8’s rear seat area is essentially a nicely upholstered parcel shelf. The XK8 has rear seating because Jaguar product planners believe the demand for two-seaters is exactly equal to the market for 8-track cassettes.
What was the transmission fault on a 1998 Jaguar XK8?
Jaguar XK8: 1998 Jaguar XK8 Transmission Fault. Code came… Transmission started to go in first, made a clunk, then threw a CEL and Transmission Fault light. OBD codes came up P1722 Stall Speed … read more Vocational, Technical or Tra… 97 Jaguar XK8. When stopped at a stoplight (slightly upgrade 39;97 Jaguar XK8.
How do you replace the front wheel on An XK8?
With the hub off the car and suitably retained in a vice, the next challenge is to remove the rotor nut which requires considerable force requiring a very large torsion bar lever to move it. Once the nut is undone, two special circlips need to be removed and then the bearing has to be pressed out of it’s housing.
Can a rotor nut be removed from An XK8?
However, removal of the ABS rotor nut is required and this requires a special tool (rotor nut socket) to undo it without causing expensive damage. The rotor nut has a series of castellations on it for the wheel speed sensor to pick up. The sensor has to be removed which is also expensive if damaged.
What are the VIN codes on a 1997 Jaguar XK8?
My 1997 Jaquar XK8 has the following codes: P1730, P0790, P0715, P1731 and P1722. FYI: It was driving like a dream and the next day would not … read more Vocational, Technical or Tra… Vocational, Technical or Tra… I just purchased a 1997 xk8 convertible with 75,000 miles on it.
by First Jag Owner from Fort Worth, Texas on Mon Mar 22 2010 Found a 1998 Jaguar XK8 on Cars.com at a local (Dallas) dealer. The car had only 25k original miles, but the dealer was asking $19k for the car (too much). So, I used the dealer’s website to determine that the trade-in value was only $12k.
Is the Jaguar XK8 a coupe or convertible?
Available as a coupe or convertible, this luxury sports car is guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face. Perhaps the most important thing about the XK8 is its indication of Jaguar’s new direction. With the addition of the XK8, Jaguar proves that they can look towards the future without forgetting the good things about their past.
Where to buy a Jaguar XK in South Africa?
R 579 900 Jaguar XK XKR Used Car 2011 40 000 km Automatic Dealer JAGUAR LAND ROVER NELSPRUIT Sonheuwel, Nelspruit km from you? R 424 900 Jaguar XK XKR Convertible Used Car 2007 43 182 km Automatic Dealer STRUBEN STREET MOTORS Mayville, Pretoria km from you?
Like the engine for instance. This ultra high-tech aluminum block DOHC V8 engine is the first V8 engine ever to appear in a Jaguar. It makes an impressive 290 horsepower and 284 foot-pounds of torque, enabling the car to launch to 60 mph in less than seven seconds.
What’s the difference between Jaguar XK8 and XKR?
Although slightly less powerful than the outgoing 5.3-litre V12, the AJ-V8 was much lighter and helped the whole car to weigh significantly less than the hefty late-model XJS.
What kind of carbide does a Jaguar XK8 use?
F1-derived nickel-silicon carbide (Nikasil) bore liners were used; BMW and others also adopted this process, which brought issues (now sorted) with sulphur fuel additives in early engines. The Jaguar was built to much higher quality standards than before, thanks to Ford input.
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.
Where can I find a 1998 Jaguar XK convertible?
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What is the weight of a 1998 Jaguar XK8?
It takes just over 17 seconds to reach 100 mph, and top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph. That’s pretty brisk for a car in this weight class–3,673 pounds for the coupe, 3.867 for the convertible.
What makes a Jaguar XK8 a good car?
Effortless acceleration, precise steering, a supple suspension and fade-free brakes make the experience memorable. Available as a coupe or convertible, this luxury sports car is guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face. Perhaps the most important thing about the XK8 is its indication of Jaguar’s new direction.
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.