Highlights

One of only 19 RHD Lavender Blue XJC built
Sought-after and rare pillarless XJS coupe
Current keeper since 1981
One of the final three most treasured cars from a discerning, lifelong collector of 50+ Jaguars
Stored throughout 45 years of ownership in a heated garage
Well-kept car with original dark blue leather interior
Voluntary MOT to September 2026 with no advisories
Seller can arrange delivery to anywhere in the UK at purchaser’s cost

The Appeal

While Sir William Lyons preferred Sable, in the 1970s Jaguar also experimented with less mud-themed colours, such as the lovely Lavender Blue of this car. Available for only three years, from 1973 to 1976, XJC Register records show that only 19 buyers chose this distinctive colour for RHD Jaguar XJCs. Here is one of them.

Beyond that rarity, this tidy XJC merits attention for its highly original dark blue leather cabin and good overall condition. It features a set of period Wolfrace Slotmags, but is otherwise standard. It has been part of the current keeper’s large marque collection since 1981. The history file indicates very sparing use since the 1990s, suggesting the low displayed mileage of 64,000 could be correct, although this isn’t verified. Since purchase the car has been part of a large collection of treasured cars from a serious and reportedly picky lifelong Jaguar collector who owned over 100 of what we are told were the finest examples. This car is one of the last three to be sold.

Despite very limited use over recent years, the car has a useful voluntary MOT to September 2026 with no advisories. The vendor includes invoices showing over £2,500 at Classics Engineering in 2025 to ensure that the car is in good condition for the next keeper. This work included attention to the carburettor and fuel systems plus a new set of plugs and a battery. The vendor says the car is fully ready for the buyer to use.

The XJC was a passion project for Lyons and the last Jaguar to benefit from his in-depth involvement. These are rare, beautiful and highly usable cars that enthusiasts are increasingly appreciating. Here is a chance to buy one of the rarest available.

The vendor says:

"The car is a true gem from the private collection which used to contain up to 50 jaguars at one time and has been coveted by many other collectors on the Jaguar scene given its excellent original condition. Within the last year it has had an MOT and a full pre sale inspection with everything completed to assure full satisfaction for any purchaser beyond its superb initial aesthetic impact. It is a ready to use classic and would take pride of place in any collection."

Vehicle forms part of a 3 vehicle collection. The other vehicles can be found at the following links:

https://www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1968-daimler-v8-250-automatic-8qApy8
https://www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1958-jaguar-mk1-34l-mod-nRO1o4

Key Information

Mileage: 63,911 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: voluntary MOT to 1st September 2026 with no advisories
Technical specs: 4,235cc XK straight six, twin SU carburettors, 3spd automatic
Paperwork: service book, older invoices, V5C, period handbooks and paperwork, older invoices

The Detail

Very rare Lavender Blue paintwork in good condition for age
Light age to note to paintwork in photos with some light colour variation on panels
Bodywork as shown with some detail points to note
Described as very well preserved and in great original condition by a Jaguar specialist
The same specialist described it as one of the best he had ever seen we are told
These include rear valance and rear arches and bottom of doors
Exterior chromework and vinyl top described as being in superb condition by seller
Black vinyl roof appears to be in good overal condition
Underside as shown with no structural advisories on MOT
Aftermarket Wolfrace Slotmag alloys in aged condition as shown
Factory chromed steel spare wheel
Well kept and apparently original dark blue leather interior
Interior features well kept fittings and veneers
Fitted with period Becker Mexico stereo
No advisories on voluntary MOT
Maintained over the decades by a private ex-Jaguar mechanic as part of a large collection
Original number plate included
Any inspection welcome by seller by arrangement

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