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1997 Jaguar Xk8 Coupe on 2040-cars

Year:1997 Mileage:98500 Color: Gold /
 Tan
Location:

Oxford, Connecticut, United States

Oxford, Connecticut, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4.0 liter V8
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: SAJGX5745VC013611
Year: 1997
Make: Jaguar
Model: XK
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Coupe
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: Automatic
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Mileage: 98,500
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Gold
Interior Color: Tan
Number of Cylinders: 8
Disability Equipped: No

I purchased this XK8 from a dealer in TX in Feb of 2013 because I thought the body style of the XK8 was cool, and I've never owned a Jag before.  The guy (used car dealer) pretty much overstated the condition - "rust free, perfect interior, showroom condition" etc.  Well, its not showroom condition and the interior is not perfect.  It is, however rust free compared to 16 year old cars that spent their lives in the North East.  I ended up having a lot of work done such as; brakes, struts, hood struts, plugs, power steering pump, A/C repair & recharge, transmission, tires, etc., and now I don't think its so cool anymore ;-)   I have all the repair receipts. 

I had a new stereo put in (CD player, MP-3 input & satellite radio) as it came with only a cassette player.  Its a nice, fun driver and everything (now) works. The exterior is "ok" with no sizable dents or scratches - the clear coat is peeling a bit on the mirrors.  I have an unused can of high quality clear coat repair from Eastwood Automotive, I'll throw that in.  The interior is also just "ok" - the leather on the driver & passenger seats is cracking a bit - the backseat is in excellent condition cuz heck, you couldn't fit anyone in there anyway...  My pal who owns a car care business quoted me $300.00 each to recover the front seats with OEM leather - I'll pass...  I did, however, have him refinish the wheels - they all look great.  It really is a nice-looking car (if you don't look real close) and my son and I get a lot of compliments when we drive it.

Feel free to ask questions or set up an appointment to see that car.

Thanks for looking   

Jaguar XK for Sale

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