2018 Vauxhall VXR8 Maloo - VAT Q

KEY FACTS

• This Vauxhall VXR8 Maloo is an eye-catching high-performance ‘ute’, and one of only 100 examples made for the 2018 model year.
• It is powered by a supercharged 6.2-litre LSA V8, which sends around 537bhp to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.
• It can reach 62mph in 4.6 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 155mph.
• This Maloo was first registered in March 2018, and has been with its current and second owner for six years.
• The odometer shows approximately 18,000 miles.
• Please note: this is a VAT-qualifying / tax-deductible vehicle for those who are able to reclaim it. This means that the ‘hammer price’ includes VAT, and the winning bidder will be provided with a VAT invoice.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This VXR8 Maloo is finished in the vibrant hue of Spitfire, over an Onyx leather and synthetic suede-trimmed interior, with ‘VXR’ lettering on the head restraints and carbon-fibre trim inlays.
• It rides on a set of 20-inch twin five-spoke diamond-cut alloy wheels, framing AP Racing ventilated disc brakes with red four-piston brake callipers, and fitted with Bridgestone Potenza Sport tyres.
• Equipment includes cruise control, lane-keep assist, front and rear parking sensors, dual-zone automatic climate control, the Enhanced Driver Interface with navigation and switchable gauges, and a head-up display.
• A Difilippo exhaust with Ramjet triple header pipes has been installed.
• The car will be supplied with its owner’s manuals, service book, V5, and some MOT documents and maintenance invoices.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: a slight mark on the rear driver’s side bumper; the driver’s side seat is slightly worn.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 3 February 2025 at an indicated 18,000 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Maloo’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in April 2023 at 9,136 miles by the MGA Jaguar Derby, which included replacements of the engine oil, oil filter and brake fluid, and an air conditioning service.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced in October 2021 at 5,766 miles, when MGA Jaguar Derby replaced the engine oil, oil filter and brake fluid, and serviced the air conditioning.

SUMMARY

This Vauxhall VXR8 Maloo is an imposing high-performance ‘ute’, and one of only 100 examples made for the 2018 model year. Finished in an eye-catching colour scheme, this Maloo would make a thrilling yet surprisingly practical daily driver, or could be savoured for enthusiastic weekend drives on its next owner’s favourite roads.

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