Jaguar has produced some of the most iconic and coveted automobiles of all time, so it’s no surprise that the XJ-S is sought after among enthusiasts, with its popularity growing exponentially in recent years.
This example of a Jaguar XJ-S is certainly a very attractive proposition, with its 5.3 litre V12 engine, convertible roof and smart paintwork. And to top it off, it is in fantastic original condition. Having evidently seen little to no use in winter, it remains clean and solid.
So don’t miss this brilliantly original XJ-S, which is crying out to be driven through the mountains with the roof down on a sunny summer’s afternoon.
Notice to bidders - The vendor has advised that upon a successful sale to a UK bidder, they will happily cover sea freight shipment charges from the Port of Toronto to the Port of Southampton.nwLQnCzoMw3I9paK2FuMydYXYTTBJYNHJ6DyXOpK.jpeg1.81 MB
The Interior
Beautifully clean throughout
All features fully functioning
Cruise control
Sumptuous leather, polished veneer and all the electronic gadgets make this XJ-S’s interior a luxurious place to be, even by today’s standards. The driver is assisted by the optional cruise control and comforted by the electrically adjustable seats, while the digital display provides all the live data the discerning driver could need.
The carpets and overmats also look fantastic.To the rear, the boot (trunk) is in great condition and the spare wheel and tool kit are present and correct.
Interested parties will be able to view the roof mechanism functioning on the following link: https://vimeo.com/758008137/3545c82d17
The vendor states that they have deliberately not polished the paintwork of this XJ-S in order to preserve the originality of the paint. So the next owner will be able to decide upon the best course of action.
As can be seen in the accompanying photographs, the seller has gone to great lengths to point out any blemishes to be found in the paintwork so you know exactly what you’re bidding on. These consist of a few chips and marks which we would expect to see on a car of this age.
The convertible roof reportedly functions exactly as it should and appears to be in almost new condition. And the alloy wheels appear to be blemish free.
Because of Canada’s harsh winters, this convertible XJ-S is said to have never been driven when there is salt on the road. And due to the clean nature of the underside, the vendor thinks that it may have rarely, if ever, seen rain.
Interested parties will be able to view a walkaround of the vehicle on the following link: https://vimeo.com/756735270/35c7315ee2 We can also provide the following link showing the functioning of mirrors and rear antenna: https://vimeo.com/758041272/0f592dd8d6
The beating heart of this XJ-S is its 5.3 litre V12 engine, which produces a very respectable 263hp. Looking at this fine example of British engineering, it appears to have lived a sheltered life: the engine bay is very clean and tidy, with everything appearing to be to the original specification other than a couple of hose clips.
The vendor reports that the car drives exactly as it should, changing gear, braking and accelerating with that characteristic Jaguar directness. There appear to be no leaks or smoke.
In all, this car wears its 113,480 Kilometers very well and looks to be in remarkably good condition.
To us, this Jaguar looks like the perfect XJ-S. It combines the fun and thrills of a V12 sports car with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that it has been sensibly looked after. It appears to have been lovingly put away for winter hibernation each year to avoid the perils of rain, snow and salt.
Yet it remains an entirely usable car. It’s the kind of car you could bring out in spring and drive every day until the autumn. You’ll arrive at your destination in style and have great fun along the way.
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