£2,803 (Est: £4,000 - £5,000)
1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible
Brightwells • UK • 28 Oct 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 10% of Past Sales
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£2,803 (Est: £4,000 - £5,000)
1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible
UK • 28 Oct 2026 • Lot 450
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible presents well with 97,058 miles and a strong service history, including 18 stamps and invoices totaling £1,000 in maintenance. It boasts a long MOT until August 2027 and was driven over 160 miles to the auction without issue, indicating good mechanical health.
While an early model with 5 previous owners, its overall condition, long MOT, and recent driving performance suggest it's a solid example for its age. The car comes with its original handbook and numerous old MOTs, adding to its documented history and appeal.
Condition
7
The car has been driven to the auction site over 160 miles without issue, starts, drives, and stops as expected. It has a valid MOT until August 2027 and extensive service history with 18 stamps and numerous invoices. While it's described as an early example and has had 5 owners, there's no mention of significant cosmetic flaws like dents, scratches, or curb marks, suggesting it falls into the 'Very Good' category.
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97,058 miles
SAJJGAFD3AR014822
RHD
United Kingdom
Automatic
P253TVC
1997
Auction
£2,803 (Est: £4,000 - £5,000)
1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible
Brightwells • UK • 28 Oct 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 10% of Past Sales
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Description
97,058 miles; 5 owners; driven to site over 160 miles without issue; 18 service stamps; £1,000 spent over the years
This early example of Jaguar’s stylish XK8 convertible is powered by the 3,980cc V8 petrol engine, paired with a five-speed automatic transmission.
First registered in May 1997, the car has had five former keepers and currently displays 97,058 miles.
The accompanying history includes 18 service stamps, 11 old MOT certificates, the handbook and invoices documenting some of the work carried out over the years.
The car benefits from an MOT valid until August 2027 and was driven to the sale site over a distance of more than 160 miles.
It was starting, driving and stopping as expected while on site for photographs and a short video.
Price Analysis vs Other XK8 Convertibles
£572
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£8,358
Median Price (Since 2020)
£40,736
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 14th Aug 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
96,426 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 11th Aug 2026, 96,426 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Front sign of coolant leak
- Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Passed
On 1st Aug 2025, 96,093 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Coolant leak
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Failed
On 18th Jul 2025, 96,091 miles
There were 13 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
Minor:
- Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Coolant leak
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Passed
On 31st Jul 2024, 95,684 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front corrosion outside prescribed area
- Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
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