Is this actually an XKR
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Is this actually an XKR
Is this car actualy an XKR or a regular XK8 with a special R type trim level?
https://www.carsforsale.com/used_car...k8_224890402_5
https://www.carsforsale.com/used_car...k8_224890402_5
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They aren't trying to hide anything as the text describes it as an XK8. It may be fitted with the optional 'R' Performance Brakes leading to the confusing model name they have put in the advertisement.
I think the dash veneer is grey stained and not carbon fibre and would certainly question why anyone would change an XK8 driver's airbag for an XKR one.
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NO - normally aspirated engine as shown on their website photos:
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They aren't trying to hide anything as the text describes it as an XK8. It may be fitted with the optional 'R' Performance Brakes leading to the confusing model name they have put in the advertisement.
I think the dash veneer is grey stained and not carbon fibre and would certainly question why anyone would change an XK8 driver's airbag for an XKR one.
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They aren't trying to hide anything as the text describes it as an XK8. It may be fitted with the optional 'R' Performance Brakes leading to the confusing model name they have put in the advertisement.
I think the dash veneer is grey stained and not carbon fibre and would certainly question why anyone would change an XK8 driver's airbag for an XKR one.
Graham
Nonetheless, this is an XK8 and NOT an XKR.
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2005 XK8 Carbon Fiber Edition - the grille is aftermarket. See this thread for a similar discussion - https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...uestion-91484/
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You can always tell if the grille has been fitted after, they do not fit the brackets to hold the sides out but screw them back to the bumper beam giving that very curved effect....
Does look a very nice car, love the 2 tone trim
Does look a very nice car, love the 2 tone trim
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That is a possibility. I do believe, though, the 2-tone seats w/ suede inserts were only available as a part of the Caron Fibre Edition leading me to think the dash is genuine CF.
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THE CAR IS ONLY WORTH 11 GRAND IN OEM CONFIGURATION.
With the aftermarket items and personal configurations, that is a risk the seller has to take, and should not jack the price up of the car, as a bank will not loan you more than the car is worth, neither will most buyers want to pay much more than its worth.
Id keep searching.
With the aftermarket items and personal configurations, that is a risk the seller has to take, and should not jack the price up of the car, as a bank will not loan you more than the car is worth, neither will most buyers want to pay much more than its worth.
Id keep searching.
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The gloss carbon fiber finish is factory correct.
See the pic below for reference.
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THE CAR IS ONLY WORTH 11 GRAND IN OEM CONFIGURATION. With the aftermarket items and personal configurations, that is a risk the seller has to take, and should not jack the price up of the car, as a bank will not loan you more than the car is worth, neither will most buyers want to pay much more than its worth. Id keep searching.
I'd say 11k is a little low.. Maybe 13-14k is fair. It is an 05, and low mileage ones from 05-06 command somewhat higher prices.
But I agree, keep looking. The airbag mismatch would scare me away.
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Used Jaguar XK-Series For Sale In Kahului, Maui County Hawaii Used Jaguar XK-Series - Motor Trend Magazine
Im sure you can talk them down a little as well.
Im sure you can talk them down a little as well.
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After a bit of browsing I came across these examples and I believe the "R" airbag cover is standard. There is a special Carbon Fiber edition brochure on eBay now but the picture is not clear.
2005 Jaguar Xk8 CARBON FIBER PACKAGE For Sale In RIVERVIEW FL - PORT TAMPA AUTO GROUP
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2005 Jaguar XK8 Convertible 294 HP, Automatic for sale by Mecum Auction
And the press release was used on this site:
Blog: Auto News Blog
July 22, 2005
New Jaguar XK Carbon Fiber Limited Edition
Posted by autonews
Jaguar is celebrating its XK sports car's continued dominance in North American Trans-Am Tour racing by introducing a limited edition, high-tech XK8 Convertible Carbon Fiber Edition. Just 200 of the special 294-bhp (SAE) 4.2-liter XK8 Convertibles will be offered, each featuring dramatic, Carbon Fiber veneer across the dash and center console. Rocketsports Racing uses Carbon Fiber in the entire body construction of its Trans-Am Tour championship-winning Jaguar XKR race cars to shave weight and add strength. The limited edition XKs will also feature plush Alcantara inserts in the seats and door panels, a set of sporty aluminum and rubber-studded brake, accelerator and footrest pedals, plus a leather Momo gear knob-each giving the driver extra control in hard driving. For the exterior, there are bold, 10-spoke Atlas 19-inch cast alloy wheels, along with four stunning exterior/interior color combinations. On sale now, the XK8 Convertible Carbon Fiber Edition starts for $80,090,* which includes destination and delivery charges. * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Includes destination and delivery. Excludes taxes, title, license, emissions and other local fees. Actual dealer price may vary.... --- Auto News & Car Reviews: HugeDomains.com - ConsumersHero.com is for Sale (Consumers Hero)
2005 Jaguar Xk8 CARBON FIBER PACKAGE For Sale In RIVERVIEW FL - PORT TAMPA AUTO GROUP
and
2005 Jaguar XK8 Convertible 294 HP, Automatic for sale by Mecum Auction
And the press release was used on this site:
Blog: Auto News Blog
July 22, 2005
New Jaguar XK Carbon Fiber Limited Edition
Posted by autonews
Jaguar is celebrating its XK sports car's continued dominance in North American Trans-Am Tour racing by introducing a limited edition, high-tech XK8 Convertible Carbon Fiber Edition. Just 200 of the special 294-bhp (SAE) 4.2-liter XK8 Convertibles will be offered, each featuring dramatic, Carbon Fiber veneer across the dash and center console. Rocketsports Racing uses Carbon Fiber in the entire body construction of its Trans-Am Tour championship-winning Jaguar XKR race cars to shave weight and add strength. The limited edition XKs will also feature plush Alcantara inserts in the seats and door panels, a set of sporty aluminum and rubber-studded brake, accelerator and footrest pedals, plus a leather Momo gear knob-each giving the driver extra control in hard driving. For the exterior, there are bold, 10-spoke Atlas 19-inch cast alloy wheels, along with four stunning exterior/interior color combinations. On sale now, the XK8 Convertible Carbon Fiber Edition starts for $80,090,* which includes destination and delivery charges. * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Includes destination and delivery. Excludes taxes, title, license, emissions and other local fees. Actual dealer price may vary.... --- Auto News & Car Reviews: HugeDomains.com - ConsumersHero.com is for Sale (Consumers Hero)
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After a bit of browsing I came across these examples and I believe the "R" airbag cover is standard. There is a special Carbon Fiber edition brochure on eBay now but the picture is not clear. 2005 Jaguar Xk8 CARBON FIBER PACKAGE For Sale In RIVERVIEW FL - PORT TAMPA AUTO GROUP and 2005 Jaguar XK8 Convertible 294 HP, Automatic for sale by Mecum Auction And the press release was used on this site: Blog: Auto News Blog July 22, 2005 New Jaguar XK Carbon Fiber Limited Edition Posted by autonews Jaguar is celebrating its XK sports car's continued dominance in North American Trans-Am Tour racing by introducing a limited edition, high-tech XK8 Convertible Carbon Fiber Edition. Just 200 of the special 294-bhp (SAE) 4.2-liter XK8 Convertibles will be offered, each featuring dramatic, Carbon Fiber veneer across the dash and center console. Rocketsports Racing uses Carbon Fiber in the entire body construction of its Trans-Am Tour championship-winning Jaguar XKR race cars to shave weight and add strength. The limited edition XKs will also feature plush Alcantara inserts in the seats and door panels, a set of sporty aluminum and rubber-studded brake, accelerator and footrest pedals, plus a leather Momo gear knob-each giving the driver extra control in hard driving. For the exterior, there are bold, 10-spoke Atlas 19-inch cast alloy wheels, along with four stunning exterior/interior color combinations. On sale now, the XK8 Convertible Carbon Fiber Edition starts for $80,090,* which includes destination and delivery charges. * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Includes destination and delivery. Excludes taxes, title, license, emissions and other local fees. Actual dealer price may vary.... --- Auto News & Car Reviews: HugeDomains.com - ConsumersHero.com is for Sale (Consumers Hero)
Very interesting! I would have to agree with you then, the the "R" airbag was standard on all carbon fibre editions.
Perhaps, by 05-06, jaguar needed to use up remaining parts and had a lot of the "R" airbags on hand so decided to put them on all carbon fibre cars.
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It was the smooth reflection (circled in red) instead of the textured finish I was used to from the UK 4.2-S Final Series of 2005 that made me think it was stick-on:
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Interesting. I wasn't aware the US Spec carbon fibre had a different finish than the Europe spec 4.2-S. I'll have to look into that
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Maybe the textured one Graham is referring was not OEM or was a different material - there were a number of veneers offered that were not readily available in the U.S.