
Jaguar XKR X100 Cabriolet Grey Maisto 1:18

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Specifications
- Brand
- Jaguar
- Manufacturer
- Maisto
- Scale
- 1:18
- Material
- Diecast
- Model Condition
- Used Model
- SKU
- 50331
- Year
- 1998
- Era
- 1990s
- Body Type
- Open-Top
- Vehicle Class
- GT Convertibles
- Openable Parts
- Yes
- Packaging Condition
- Traces of Storage
- Model Type
- Street Models
- EAN / GTIN
- 4003402503311
About the Jaguar XKR X100 Cabriolet Grey Maisto 1:18
TL;DR: Maisto's 1:18 diecast Jaguar XKR (X100) cabriolet in grey has opening doors and hood over a simplified engine mockup. This is a used model, and the box shows traces of storage. An entry-tier replica of Jaguar's supercharged grand tourer convertible.
Launched in 1998, the XKR brought supercharged power to Jaguar's X100 platform, positioning the convertible as a genuine GT alternative to German rivals at a comparatively accessible price for its era.
Entry-Tier Diecast With Real Opening Detail
The zinc alloy body carries a satisfying weight for a mass-market diecast, and the doors and hood open to reveal a cockpit interior and an engine bay mockup, features that give this piece more display flexibility than a sealed casting at the same price point would offer. At this tier, expect approximate paint matching rather than factory-code precision, and panel tolerances that run a touch wider than premium resin work, an honest trade for the accessible pricing. The convertible's folded-top silhouette gives the model a lower, sportier profile than the coupe version, and Maisto's tooling captures the long hood and short deck proportions that defined the XKR's road presence. As a used example, expect handling wear consistent with time in a collection, and the box itself shows traces of storage rather than shelf-fresh condition.
Positioning in a Jaguar or GT Convertible Lineup
The XKR sits in an interesting spot in Jaguar's history, a bridge between the brand's traditional grand touring heritage and the more performance-focused direction it took under Ford ownership in the late 1990s. On a shelf built around GT convertibles, it pairs naturally with contemporaries from Mercedes, BMW, or Aston Martin, and its supercharged badge distinguishes it from the naturally aspirated XK8 it shares a body with. At 1:18, the open-top format displays the cabin trim and dashboard layout more fully than a coupe would, which rewards a buyer who wants interior detail visible without opening panels every time. For a collector assembling a 1990s luxury convertible theme, this piece delivers recognizable Jaguar styling and genuine opening features at a price well below premium resin alternatives, making it a practical choice for rounding out a broader display rather than serving as its centerpiece.














