2004 JAGUAR XJ V6 SE
ENGINE 2967cc/V6/DOHC POWER 235bhp@6800rpm TORQUE 216lb ft@4100rpm MAXIMUM SPEED 145mph 0-60MPH 8sec FUEL CONSUMPTION 25-32mpg TRANSMISSION RWD, six-speed automatic MoT 12 months from sale ODOMETER 50,162 miles
WHAT’S IT LIKE TO DRIVE?
With just 50,000 miles recorded, it’s not surprising that this Jaguar starts instantly, the tickover settling immediately. The auto ‘box offers several performance options and drive is selected without any fuss, the gearchanges are almost seamless and the V6 is silky smooth. It has effortless performance, combined with modern technology, plus a ride that the Jag loyalist will find familiar, it ignores potholes and leaps through the bends with grace and poise.
BODYWORK CHECK
The Radiance Red paint is largely unblemished. The top of the plastic grille panel has rubbed against the front edge of the bonnet, removing a small area of paint, but this is only visible with the bonnet open. There’s a tiny mark on the nearside door mirror casing and a small scuff mark on the nearside front alloy wheel, while a light scratch on the bonnet is on the vendor’s pre-sale ‘to do’ list. One of the faux chrome plastic plates on the rear bumper has cracked but would be an easy fix.
HOW’S THE INTERIOR?
The ivory leather seating is complemented by matching door cards and lower dashboard trim while the beige carpets look showroom-fresh, having been protected by factory overmats. All of the electric equipment – including the seat adjusters, sat nav, climate control and CD/radio – operates correctly. Criticisms are limited to a slight sagging in the roof lining and a poorly-positioned phone speaker in the front passenger seat footwell.
UNDER THE BONNET
The V6 is hidden behind a barricade of black panels, leaving the owner little to do but expel a can of plastic polish around the immaculate bay area. The comprehensive history file is impressive, showing just two previous owners; it appears that most of its 50k miles were accumulated in the first three years of its life. This XJ has covered an average of 2000 miles per year since 2010, but has benefitted from main dealer servicing throughout. The original service book contains 12 stamps, the final addition in February 2016, plus it will be put through Arun’s workshops prior to sale. Owner’s manuals and instruction booklets on the multiple electronic aids and entertainment options are also included within the pack.
THE CCW VIEW
This may be a little too modern for some tastes, but we advise you look again, not least because of the value the X350 XJ represents in the current market. This model may have been a giant leap over previous Jaguar XJs but enjoys obvious similarities, both in terms of looks and ride. It’s a handsome saloon that shows well at any gathering, plus the performance to cross continents with ease.
PROS Mileage, price, condition, specification CONS Bonnet scratch needs attention
BUY IT FROM Arun Ltd, Codmore Hill Garage, Pulborough, West Sussex RH20 1BQ. 01798 874477, arunltd.com