Jaguar XK8 Coupe | 1998

Jaguar XK8 4.0 | 1998

Highlights:

– 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine, automatic transmission

– 131000 km with service records and several invoices available

– Delivered to Austria when new and remained there all its life

– Timing chain tensioners already replaced, new spark plugs and valve cover gaskets in 2026

– Air conditioning overhauled in 2025

The seller offers for sale this 1998 Jaguar XK8 4.0, powered by a 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine, paired with an automatic transmission. This example was delivered to Austria when new and has remained in the country all its life. It shows 131000 km and has always been nicely serviced, with service records and several invoices available to document its history. Recent maintenance includes new spark plugs and new valve cover gaskets in 2026, while the timing chain tensioners, a well-known attention point on this engine, have already been replaced. The air conditioning received an overhaul in 2025, and the car is equipped with cruise control, making it a comfortable tourer for long-distance rides. The interior presents very well and the car comes with a valid inspection.

The XK8 was introduced in 1996 as the successor to the long-running XJS and marked a new era for Jaguar’s grand tourers. It was the first Jaguar powered by the then-new AJ-V8 engine, a 4.0-litre unit producing around 290 horsepower, and its flowing lines drew clear inspiration from the legendary E-Type. Offered as both a coupé and a cabriolet, the XK8 combined effortless V8 performance with the refined, luxurious character that defines the marque.

As a grand tourer in the classic Jaguar tradition, the XK8 pairs supple ride comfort with strong, smooth power delivery and a beautifully trimmed cabin of wood veneer and leather. The coupé’s elegant fastback silhouette has aged gracefully, and well-maintained examples with documented history are increasingly appreciated by enthusiasts. With its long-term single-country history, sensible recent maintenance and desirable specification, this XK8 represents an accessible entry into V8-powered British grand touring.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: Lower Austria state, Austria.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

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