2001 Jaguar Vanden Plas

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The X308-generation Jaguar XJ retained the elegant design cues of its predecessor, the X300, including the rounded four-headlamp bonnet, low roofline, sloping tail, and wrap-around rear light clusters, with subtle differentiators such as the oval indicator lenses and more rounded fog lamps and lower valance air intake.

Notably, the top-of-the-line Vanden Plas variant featured softer suspension and an array of luxury amenities, distinguished by its fluted radiator grille surround, boot-lid plinth, and additional Vanden Plas badging. In the United States, these models were powered by a 4.0-liter 32-valve V8 engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. These long-wheelbase iterations also boasted Jaguar's CATS adaptive suspension system, enhancing both ride comfort and handling prowess. 

Highlights 

• Finished in Emerald Metallic with an Oatmeal Leather and figured walnut veneer 

• Powered by a 4.0-liter V8 engine rated at 290 horsepower 

• Five-speed automatic transmission 

• Heated seats front and rear 

• Rear wood picnic tables 

• 16 inch Sovereign wheels mounted with 225/60 Goodyear Assurance tires 

• The chassis number, SAJDA24C91LF38456, decodes as the following: 

  • SAJ - SAJ = Jaguar 

  • D – United States market 

  • A – Automatic transmission, left-hand steering 

  • 24 – Vanden Plas 

  • C – Emission control code 

  • 9 – Check digit 

  • 1 – 2001 model year 

  • L – Brown’s Lane assembly plant 

  • F - XJ8 

  • 38456 – Sequential production number 

• Offered displaying just over 88,000 miles at the time of listing 

Features 

• Power sunroof 

• Automatic climate control 

• Power steering 

• Power windows 

• Central locking 

• JVC AM/FM/CD radio 

• Power front seat controls 

• Power adjustable mirrors 

• Power adjustable steering column 

• Front and rear fog lights 

• Door-mounted map pockets 

• Rear parking sensors 

• Four-wheel power disc brakes with ABS 

• Locking glove box 

• Dash-mounted analog clock 

Known Imperfections 

• The CARFAX Vehicle History Report lists three damage reports, with two on 8 August 2003 and the next, one day later, on 9 August 2003. They state, “Accident reported with another motor vehicle. Vehicle inspected after an accident or other incident. Damage to rear,” and give no further details.  

• The CARFAX Vehicle History Report lists a potential odometer rollback on 14 March 2015 

• Wear on the interior is present on the steering wheel leather, passenger seat leather, and driver’s door armrest 

• Damage to the shifter bezel 

• Missing right front fender indicator light and rear badges 

• Worn upper shock bushings 

• Malfunctioning oxygen sensor 

• Cracked driver’s door panel and kick panel near the hood release, as pictured 

Included 

• Owner’s manuals 

• Full-sized spare wheel 

• Jack 

• Key and key fob 

Ownership History 

The CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows that this 2001 Jaguar Vanden Plas was initially sold in New York in July 2001, with subsequent registrations in Florida prior to the current owner purchasing the car in May 2024.