1997 Jaguar XK8

XK8, V8, Naturally Aspirated Convertible

4.0 L V8

5-Speed Automatic

SAJGX2743VC014903

Clear

Gasoline

My wife and I have 3 Jaguars and a Chevy Truck. We also have a two-car garage. I'll never part with my truck. It gets to stay outside because it's too big for my garage. One Jaguar is Baby Blue and my wife loves it. It get the left garage space. Another is an XKR with a Supercharger. That's my favorite. Right now it's parked outside. So the third one, named Black Beauty is parked inside in the right garage space. Three Jaguars, two car garage. Black Beauty has to go --- boo hoo. Auto Check Vehicle History report is green, green, green, green. This is a 4-owner car. Each prior owner wanted to keep it forever. It looks and drives like a showroom new car. Well, the drive portion is true. Starts right up and drives like a dream, especially with the top down. You can let go of the steering wheel and it will stay straight for at least a half a mile. It's 20 years old, and has a few minor dings (dents) that could be popped out with a suction cap, if you're so inclined. Study the photos. There is a slight rip in the driver's seat (back) - look at the photos. There is a slight crack in the front bumper, passenger side - look at the photos. Both can be easily repaired if you have the skill -- I do not. I have also posted a lot of photos elsewhere, so here is the link Black Beauty Photos Just click on the first one. It will expand and there will be left/right arrows to scroll through the pictures. Here are the Top-Level Specifications: Engine: 4.0 L V8 Horsepower: 290 hp @ 6100 rpm Torque: 284 ft-lbs @ 4200 rpm Transmission: Automatic Gearbox: 5-speed Body Type: Convertible Dimensions: 187 x 72 x 51 Curb Weight: 3,867 lbs. Fuel tank Capacity: 20 gallons Cargo Volume: 9.5 cu. ft. Wheelbase: 101.9 in. Fuel System: Indirect Injection Charge System: Naturally Aspirated Valves per Cylinder: 4 Valves Timing: 2-Step Cam Phasing If you are local to Ruskin, FL (30 miles from Tampa, FL) you're welcome to pick it up and avoid the shipping fee. If you ship at your expense, we will help with the arrangements, loading, etc. You are welcome to inspect the car at all reasonable hours. You are also welcome to hire a professional inspection service at your expense. We will do everything we can to accommodate the inspection. Auction starts at $100.00 with a very low reserve. Good luck bidding !!! On Jul-25-17 at 13:37:44 PDT, seller added the following information: Reserve is OFF. Black Beauty goes to high bidder. Good luck, she's worth it.