Highlights
- Just 41,242 miles indicated, supported by the MOT history
- Presented in very good overall condition
- A really original example
- Reportedly driving very well
The Appeal
Replacing the long lived and much loved original XJ, the XJ40 brought Jaguar’s saloon right up to date, with geometric exterior styling and a contemporary interior. Higher specced models were badged as Daimlers and we’re delighted to offer one such example.
Presented in fantastic and largely original condition, this 1988 example has apparently covered a mere 41,242 miles since new and has evidently been cherished throughout its life. The vendor acquired the car from a collector in 2022, who had reportedly carried out some recommissioning work. We’re informed that it runs impeccably and drives well, with no issues to report. The cabin electrics are apparently all working as they should, including the cruise control, and there’s very little wear to the upholstery considering its age.
If you’re looking for an original and well looked after XJ40, then we can certainly recommend this Daimler.
The History and Paperwork
- Supplied originally to the UK
- Now located in Ireland, so the last British MOT test expired in April 2023
- Hatfields of Sheffield period dealer sticker in the driver’s door shut along with matching dealer registration plates
- Previously LPG converted, now running on petrol once more
- The vendor informs us that the car was recently serviced by North Wales Jaguar
- Acquired by the vendor in 2022 from a collector
- 41,242 miles indicated on the digital odometer which does look to be supported by the MOT history
The Interior
- Very original and luxuriously appointed
- The vendor informs us that all the electrics work as they should
- The grey leather upholstery exhibits very little wear, commensurate with the car’s low mileage
- The vendor points out some slight sagging of the trim below the glove box
- Highly figured veneers in very good condition, with just a few small marks
- Little wear to the controls, besides a slight sheen to the leather on the steering wheel and handbrake
- Smart grey carpeting, exhibiting a few small blemishes to the overrugs, but nothing very noticeable
- Electrically adjustable, heated front seats
- Generous boot space with oatmeal carpets
- Spare wheel, first aid kit and Jaguar tools present
The Exterior
- Attractive silver paintwork with very few blemishes
- Equipped with a steel sliding sunroof
- A remarkably straight example, with no notable dents
- The trims all look to be in really good order, with no heavy pitting to the chromework
- All the light lenses and glass appear in good order for their age
- There’s some slight corrosion evident at the bottom right-hand corner of the rear window, although this does not appear excessive
- Anti chip / underseal has been applied to the lower portion of the rear valance
- Sits upon OEM Daimler alloy wheels
The Mechanics
- 3.6-litre AJ6 engine
- Automatic gearbox
- Cruise control reportedly in full working order
- Previously LPG converted although now running on petrol once more
- The vendor reports that the engine starts readily and runs really well
- There are apparently no issues to report and the Daimler drives very nicely
The vendor informs us that it recently was serviced by North Wales Jaguar which included the following work:
- Removal of the aftermarket LPG system
- Replacement of the rear suspension, which had begun to sag
Summary
We’re big fans of the XJ40 and they make for very usable classics. Seldom do we see such a well cared for example, so if you’re after a supremely comfortable retro saloon, be sure not to miss out on this Daimler.
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