Jaguar XK 1st Gen Market Index1997-2006

About the Jaguar XK 1st Gen

The Jaguar XK (X100) represents a pivotal rebirth for the marque’s grand touring lineage, serving as the sleek, V8-powered successor to the long-running XJS from 1997 through to 2006. Available as both a fluidly styled coupe and a classic convertible, the X100 debuted Jaguar’s sophisticated AJ-V8 powerplant, initially in a 4.0-litre displacement before being bored out to a more robust 4.2-litre unit in 2002. While the standard XK8 provided effortless touring, the supercharged XKR arrived in 1998 to offer genuine supercar-baiting performance, later benefiting from a six-speed ZF automatic transmission that sharpened its delivery. In the Australian market, the X100 has transitioned into a highly desirable "youngtimer" classic, prized for its evocative styling that echoes the legendary E-Type and its reputation for being a more reliable, modern alternative to its predecessor. The buyer pool is largely composed of traditional Jaguar enthusiasts and style-conscious collectors who value the final 2005 "S" specification models and the limited-run Silverstone or Carbon Fibre editions. Market value for well-maintained Australian-delivered examples remains exceptionally resilient, with the X100 increasingly recognised as a blue-chip investment that captures the last of the classic, wood-and-leather Jaguar aesthetic in a high-performance package.