1999 Jaguar XK8
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The Jaguar XK8 (project code X100) is a grand tourer launched by Jaguar Cars in 1996 and was the first generation of a new XK series. The XK8 was available in two-door coupe or two-door convertible body styles with the new 4. 0-litre Jaguar AJ-V8 engine. Both the two-door coupe and two-door convertible came with an all-leather interior, burl walnut trim, and side airbags. The interior was available in two trims, classic and sport. The sport interior trim was aimed for younger buyers and featured an interior designed by Karen Anderson which involved leather upholstery with cloth seats. The classic trim was a more luxurious option and featured heavy use of leather. Jeremy Clarkson, during a Top Gear test-drive, likened the interior of the original XK8 to sitting inside Blenheim Palace. Powering this Jaguar XK8 is a 4. 0 V8 out of a 2004 Jaguar XK8 backed by a...