Jaguar XK8 & XKR: The Essential Buyer's Guide: (1996-2005)

Jaguar XK8 & XKR (1996-2005) - The Essential Buyer's Guide

By Nigel Thorley | Veloce Publishing | 88 pages | Paperback | Colour photographs throughout

Thinking about buying a Jaguar XK8 or XKR? Go in with your eyes open. This pocket-sized Essential Buyer's Guide puts a Jaguar marque expert in your corner before you hand over a dime.

What this guide covers

• Every XK8 and XKR variant from 1996 to 2005 - Coupe and Convertible
• 4.0-litre and 4.2-litre V8 engines, normally aspirated and supercharged
• The early Nikasil-lined engines and exactly what to watch for
• Special editions: Silverstone, XKR 100, Carbon Fibre, XKR Portfolio, S and Victory
• Realistic running costs, service history red flags and worthwhile upgrades
• Production figures, technical specifications, suspension, brakes and wheel fitments

Newly updated three-part format

1. Research - models, specifications and what your money actually buys
2. Evaluation - pre-purchase questions, inspection checks and condition scoring
3. Ownership - living with the car, running costs and long-term care

Why this series works

It fits in a jacket pocket. It is packed with colour photographs of the exact problem areas you need to find, and it is written by someone who genuinely knows the marque. Take it to the viewing, work the checklist, and walk away from the wrong car before it costs you thousands.

Specifications

Models covered

Jaguar XK8 Coupe, XK8 Convertible, XKR Coupe, XKR Convertible, 4.0 V8, 4.2 V8, supercharged, 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005.