1995 Jaguar XJS 4.0 Celebration Convertible
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Highlights
- Rare Celebration Edition of the XJS, built to mark 21 years of history as production came to an end
- Extensive service history, original handbook wallet and manuals
- Largely original condition with a fantastic musical pedigree
The Appeal
The Jaguar XJS is one of the most successful, long-lived vehicles in the manufacturer’s repertoire. In the late ‘90s when XJS production came to an end, Jaguar made sure it went out with a bang. The XJS Celebration was the final iteration of the model, carrying a real sense of occasion, and it continues to do so today.
This is a great example of the Celebration model: highly original, well cared for and with that smashing interior, this car has had a relatively peaceful life that’s kept it looking and acting at its best. The Celebration might be over, but this classy motor is ready to party on with a host of celebrities on its passenger list. The owner’s career as a record producer leads him to confidently state that Oasis and Paul Weller have all been on board.
The car offered for sale here is presented in very good condition throughout, and comes with an extensive history detailing its careful maintenance. And with the current owner having looked after this Jaguar for 25 years, now it’s time find its next custodian.
This is a great example of the Celebration model: highly original, well cared for and with that smashing interior, this car has had a relatively peaceful life that’s kept it looking and acting at its best. The Celebration might be over, but this classy motor is ready to party on with a host of celebrities on its passenger list. The owner’s career as a record producer leads him to confidently state that Oasis and Paul Weller have all been on board.
The car offered for sale here is presented in very good condition throughout, and comes with an extensive history detailing its careful maintenance. And with the current owner having looked after this Jaguar for 25 years, now it’s time find its next custodian.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 22nd June 1995
- Extensive service history, with original handbook and manuals
- First two services carried out in 1996 by H.R Owen and Evans Halshaw Jaguar
- With current owner since 1998
- Service record includes stamped services between 1996 and 1999, and annual services from 2001 to 2009
- Stamped services from 2015 to 2019
- Current MOT valid until February 2024
- No MOT advisories
- Invoices supplied for multiple services, repairs and work completed
- Only two former keepers
- The current owner purchased the car in June 1998 and owned it for the past 25 years
The Interior
- This XJS’s interior is very well finished, with wooden trims and contrasting cream leather interior making a fabulous contrast to the dark blue paintwork
- The vendor tells us that the wood trim on the dashboard, door tops and centre console has been replaced
- The carpets are well presented, with little sign of wear
- Switchgear and instrumentation in good condition
- The air conditioning is said to blow reassuringly cold
- We’re informed that all console features are operating correctly,
- Modern Kenwood radio, with CD and DAB functionality as well as hands free mobile function with microphone fitted in dashboard
- The only reported issue on the dashboard is that the parking brake light stays on
- Some slight fraying to the veneer at the top of the steering wheel, but barely noticeable until close inspection
- Seats have very minor wear, as do the carpets, commensurate with the car’s low mileage
- The central locking is said to be a little sticky sometimes, but still works
- Boot is in good order, with clean carpets throughout and space saver spare wheel
The Exterior
- Finished in metallic blue with twin coachlines
- The electric roof is said to function quickly and smoothly
- Some minor chips and scratches to paintwork, but far from detracting from the vehicle
- Slight signs of paint loss and very minor corrosion to the internal base of the doors
- Slight scratches to hood and boot door
- Occasional very small paint chips, barely visible from the overall view of the vehicle
- Minor signs of corrosion to underside with no reported structural defects
- No obvious faults in the chrome work, with badges and branding all clearly on display
- There is no pitting or damage to the plating that we could see, other than one or two small dings
- Panel gaps tight and consistent
- Convertible hood replaced in 2014 and in good condition, with no rips or tears
- When lowering the soft top the roof bar need to be held slightly to stop it touching the top of back seats
- Desirable 16'' Lattice alloys
- Matching set of tyres with some signs of ageing
The Mechanics
- Straight-six AJ16 engine, highly regarded
- New handbrake and gearbox mounts fitted in 2017
- According to the vendor, the parking brake light stays on due to a minor electrical fault
- Central locking is slightly stiff but still functions as expected
- Engine bay clean and well-kept
- Some corrosion can be see on the suspension components
- The owner informs us there are no faults with the engine and that regular mechanical care has kept it in good working order
Summary
With its powerful engine, excellent interior and eye catching shape, this XJS is a superb choice for any collector. The 1996 brochure carried the byline ‘A car offering more excitement, distinction, and value for money than ever before.’ - and that remains every bit as valid today.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1995
- Make Jaguar
- Model XJS 4.0 Celebration Convertible
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 140,897 Miles
- Engine size 3980
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Marlow
- Location Buckinghamshire
- Country United Kingdom
12
bids
from 7
bidders
- Mi•••• £13,500 19/03/23
- ho•••• £13,250 19/03/23
- st•••• £12,750 19/03/23
- ho•••• £12,500 19/03/23
- Ke•••• £12,250 16/03/23
- st•••• £10,250 16/03/23
- Ke•••• £10,000 16/03/23
- st•••• £5,500 16/03/23
- ad•••• £5,100 14/03/23
- N1•••• £5,000 14/03/23
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