1998 Jaguar XK8
Roland Foss Vehicle story
The XK8 is an achingly beautiful grand tourer that replaced the classic XJS (I have one of those, too) in 1996. With a V8 and modern appointments, this car brought Jaguar into the 21st-century while still retaining all the hallmarks of classic Jaguar.
This car has no serious flaws and the car is fully serviced, sorted and reliable.
In the practicality department, it has 2 very small seats in the rear and a good-sized trunk that can easily fit two sets of golf clubs and more. If you are coming from out-of-town and toting lots of bags but still want to take this for a road trip, don't fret! You are welcome to stow your excess bags with me for no charge if that works with your itinerary!
While this car is well-maintained and in excellent condition, it is 25 years old. I ask that you drive this car reasonably and do not abuse it. Please understand that it will not be flawless like a new car.
FOR EVENT RENTALS ONLY:
Price assumes one full day (max 10 hours) including a driver with the car at your location (assumes up to 15-mile distance from car's location). Please contact me to confirm. The rental price may need to be higher if a longer driving distance, setting, amount of time you need the vehicle, and amount of time you need the driver.
Notable features:
-5-speed Automatic transmission
-Power convertible top
-walnut trim
-leather seats
-ice cold air conditioning
-Power windows and locks
-Cruise control
-AM/FM cassette stereo w/ 6-disc CD changer in trunk
Factory Specifications:
4.0L DOHC V-8 engine
Power: 290 HP at 6,100 rpm
Torque: 290 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm.
0-60 mph: 6.4 sec.
0-100 mph: 13.1 sec.
1/4 mile: 14.8 sec.
Top Speed: 155 mph
Skidpad: .87g
Fuel tank capacity: 19.9 gal.
Engine
4.0L V-8
Wheels and tires
17-inch wheel, original
Brakes
Original
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Policies
Pick-up / Return location
Pick-up instructions
The car will be parked in the vicinity of 4820 W 142nd St, Hawthorne 90250. I will tell you exactly where we'll meet the day before. We will meet to hand over keys and to each take pictures of the car. Please confirm your preferred meeting time. Please confirm the time you would like to meet at trip end. Unless coordinated otherwise, we'll meet at the exact same location we met at trip start. Please ensure you bring the car back with the same level of fuel.
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