Vehicle Description
Here's an executive-level V8 sedan with unique styling from one of
the most prestigious luxury brands in the world. And this 2001
Jaguar S-Type has a history of proper investment in maintenance to
keep it a great cruiser. So it makes for an impressive modern
classic, especially at this value price.
This is one of the first years for the S-Type, and it was a true
hit when it hit the scene. Its quad headlights, oval grille,
sculpted hood, and horizon-like silhouette made for a design that
was a cool reminder of the Jaguar sedans of the 1960s. Those
established the marque as both fast and beautiful, and so this one
instantly conveys the same confidence. In fact, the whole car seems
to have been thoughtfully planned. The Seafrost Metallic paint is
believed to be the original factory application, and its soft but
vibrant metallic tone is pure upper-class sophistication. There are
well-integrated dual exhaust tips, a touch of chrome in the
wraparound bumpers, 10-spoke factory alloys, clear headlights, and
a leaping cat boldly leading the way... It all makes for a detailed
and attractive sedan.
Inside is exactly what you would expect from Jaguar: uplifting
luxury. The tan leather and blond wood paneling are the perfect
combo to brighten up your drive even on the dreariest English day.
It all looks quite clean and complete where the light wear in the
high-traffic spots of the upholstery seems more like a reminder of
overall care in this actual-miles modern classic. This S-Type is
loaded with all the features you want in a modern car, including
power seats, power windows, power locks, keyless entry, power tilt
wheel, power steering, premium AM/FM/cassette stereo with CD
changer, satellite navigation, cruise control, power sunroof, and
dual-zone climate control. A modern classic also means modern
safety features like dual front airbags and ABS. From the driver's
seat, this is the ideal mix of sporting and luxury with many of
your main controls mounted directly to the steering wheel, and your
right hand gets the iconic J-gate shifter for the five-speed
automatic transmission.
If you thought the interior was loaded, just wait until you see the
engine bay. This S-Type came with the largest motor available in
2001, which means it actually came from its bigger brother, the
XJ8. Under that leaper bonnet (hood) is a very tidy DOHC 4.0-liter
fuel-injected V8. This motor is famous for combining the
engineering talents of Ford with Jaguar's flair for driving
passion. It has that ideal balance of a smooth-riding sedan and a
sharp-handling sports car with a fully independent suspension. Part
of what keeps this example so confident on the road is the level of
investment in maintenance that you want in an upper-class cruiser
like this. Within the last few years there have been new control
arms, a steering rack, a stabilizer bar, tie rods, brake rotors,
ball joints, bushings, and an alignment.
The sale comes complete with a lifelong maintenance record. This is
the kind of car where you use the value price to add a new
headliner, give the wheels a professional polish, or do other
cosmetic upgrades/restorations that make it more to your liking.
But the heart of the value is all about a luxury car that's
well-maintained in the fundamentals to deliver that smooth V8 power
and upper-class driver feeling. Call today!!!
