It's the work of a team of engineers with hands-on experience of the world's greatest circuits. With what is undoubtedly one of the finest quality convertible hoods in the world the Jaguar XK8 Convertible introduces a new era of open-top motoring when closeness to nature can be swiftly and effortlessly exchanged for secure and impervious seclusion. The Jaguar XK8 Convertible's fully automatic hood enables it to match the coupe on almost every front. Performance is virtually indistinguishable. Wind noise is similarly unobtrusive.
Temperature control is identical.
The elements are every bit as effectively excluded. Operation of the hood requires no more than the press of a single switch. The fully automatic hood-cycle can be operated while driving at speeds up to 10 miles per hour. The switch is integrated with the electric window system and, if the hood is being raised, any closed windows temporarily lower 15 millimeters to ensure perfect sealing. The Classic seats are all-leather with facings in narrow, vertically fluted sections and the wood veneer on console is more than beautiful.