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1997 Jaguar XK8 Convertible

SAJGX2741VC006248
4.0L V8 DOHC 32V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
UNITED KINGDOM
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Jaguar XK8

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID SAJ Jaguar · Europe · United Kingdom
VDS · Descriptor GX274 XK8 Convertible
VIS · Vehicle ID 1VC006248 1997 · Serial 006248

Basic Information

MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
TrimConvertible
Body StyleCONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerJaguar
CountryUNITED KINGDOM

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V8 DOHC 32V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeC
Serial Number006248

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Jaguar
Model XK8
Trim Level Convertible

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Torque @ RPM 284 @ 4200
Displacement 4.0L/244
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 290 @ 6100
Fuel System SFI
Engine Type 4.0L V8 DOHC 32V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 5A OD
Transmission-long 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 3867
Overall Length 187.40
Overall Width 72.00
Overall Height 51.40
Wheelbase 101.90
Standard Seating 4
Wheelbase (in) 101.9
Height, Overall (in) 51.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 72.0

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Standard
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 19.90
Fuel Economy-city 17
Fuel Economy-highway 24

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED KINGDOM
Body Style CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Turning Diameter 36.10
Tires 245/50R17
Front Headroom 37.00
Rear Headroom 33.10
Front Legroom 43.00
Front Shoulder Room 55.20
Ground Clearance 5.50
Track Front 59.20
Track Rear 59.00
Cargo Volume 9.50
MSRP $69,900
Dealer Invoice $61,472
Tachometer Standard
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 17 x 8
Front Tire Size P245/50ZR17
Rear Wheel Size (in) 17 x 8
Rear Tire Size P245/50ZR17

Pattern Information

PatternSAJGX274 V
WMI SAJ (United Kingdom, Europe)