This 1999 Jaguar XJR is a 43k miles car that has been owned by comedian, actor and Carcast host Adam Carolla for approximately 15 years. Said to be completely functional from the cruise control to the sunroof, this car has been maintained by Adam’s mechanics and remains largely very stock, though heat extractors have been added to the hood and upgraded Brembo brakes fitted. These were strong performers when new with an advertised 370 horsepower and 387 foot pounds of torque. This car has some minor faults detailed below but is a good driver on the road that has been in the right hands since near new.

Finished in British Racing Green over standard 5-spoke alloys, this performance model shows well from all angles. Some minor scuffs and scratches from normal use are present, but no major dents or evidence of past damage. Paintwork holds a good shine, and the standard mesh grille with painted surround give the car a more aggressive appearance than the standard XJ8.

With the large, forward hinged bonnet open the heat extractors on the hood can be better appreciated. A very Jag-appropriate addition, the heat extractors are a good match for the color and character of this steroidal sedan.

Though largely similar to the standard XJ8, the XJR featured several unique changes. The front seats are more aggressively bolstered than the standard car, and the leather on the front and rear seat centers sports a horizontal rather than vertically pleated pattern. Leather surfaces and carpets all show well, with relatively light wear for the age and mileage.

All interior features are said to work as they should, from the cruise control and steering wheel-mounted controls to the power sunroof and mirrors. Dash, door and console veneers all show well.

The supercharged V8 appears very standard apart from a cone air filter. Underhood surfaces all show well, and per the Motorator facebook page the K&N cone filter was cleaned at the end of February. Other recent services include several replaced suspension bushings, and fresh heater core hoses a few years back. An intermittent starting fault is noted, where turning the key will turn on the accessories but will not start the car. Per the seller removing the key and trying to start the car again always does the trick, and the issue has only happened a handful of times.

The car is fitted with upgraded Brembo brakes at all four corners, a definite plus in a 2-ton car with grace and pace in equal measure. A slight shimmy is mentioned under hard braking, but no other issues are noted.