Highlights

Elegant V12-powered classic grand tourer
Previously stored as part of a private collection
Raft of replacement parts fitted during current ownership
Recently serviced in May 2026
MOT valid until February 2027

The Appeal

The Jaguar XJ-S arrived in 1975 as a clear departure from the E-Type that preceded it, replacing traditional sports car drama with a more mature grand touring character. With its low-slung stance, distinctive flying buttresses and unmistakably British sense of restraint, it was designed for effortless long-distance motoring rather than outright theatrics. Powered in flagship form by Jaguar’s smooth V12 engine, the XJ-S evolved over its long production run from controversial successor to established modern classic, admired today for its refinement, comfort and understated presence.

This 1993 example is finished in a timeless red-and-black colour scheme and is understood to remain in a highly original, unmodified condition.

A substantial file of invoices and receipts accompanies the car, documenting significant maintenance and recommissioning work. Prior to the current ownership, it spent approximately 10 years in a private collection in North Wales, stored indoors in a large garage. Its underside is described as notably good, aided by careful storage and previous undersealing, while a number of age- and storage-related mechanical issues have since been addressed to return the car to full working order.

During the current ownership, the vehicle has been garaged throughout the winter months and kept beneath a fitted outdoor cover during summer, while also attending local Jaguar enthusiast club events. Now ready for its next custodian, it would make an appealing addition to a collection as well as a comfortable and relaxed weekend cruiser.

Key Information

Mileage: 82,345 miles (warranted, supported by service history)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 11 February 2027 (advisories for oil leak, differential leak, and worn nearside front tyre)
Technical specs: 5.3-litre V12, three-speed automatic
Paperwork: Owner’s book pack, accessory brochure, service book, V5C registration document, various invoices, injector report

Service History

05/26 – 82,350 miles – unrecorded
01/25 – 81,500 miles – unrecorded
02/10 – 80,874 miles – Essex Auto Group
01/09 – 79,993 miles – Essex Auto Group
01/08 – 79,689 miles – Essex Auto Group
01/07 – 78,853 miles – Corringham Service Centre
01/06 – 78,364 miles – Alan Collins
07/05 – 77,938 miles – Wyn Thomas
01/05 – 77,201 miles – Arun Limited
03/03 – 69,991 miles - Unreadable
10/00 – 61,133 miles – Godwin Cars
03/00 - 59068 miles – Lincoln Motor Company
08/96 – 52,406 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
03/96 – 50,576 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
09/95 – 44,479 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
01/95 – 33,208 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
07/94 – 24,633 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
02/94 – 16,352 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
09/93 – 9,938 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
05/93 – 1,017 miles – Harwoods of Pulborough
03/93 – PDI – Harwoods of Pulborough

The Detail

Finished in red complete with red and silver pinstripes
Cream leather-trimmed cabin featuring wooden inlays
15-inch wheels
Specification extends to heated and electrically adjustable front seats, cruise control, air conditioning, a trip computer, and a Jaguar radio-cassette player
Cracking visible in the wooden veneers
Creasing and wear present on the leather upholstery, including wear to the bolster, driver’s door card and door handles
Seller notes paint chips on the driver’s door, clearcoat damage to areas of the rear quarter panels, a mark on the roof and small scuffs to the plastic bumpers
Minor repair carried out to a water drain during current ownership, including cutting out and refitting a section of metalwork before treating, painting and re-undersealing the area
Interior detailed, including wet-vacuumed carpets and cleaned and moisturised leather
K&N reusable air filters installed
Fuel system flushed to remove debris, with the fuel pump and filter replaced
Spark plugs, leads and ignition coils replaced
Fuel injectors rebuilt
New fuel sender unit with locking ring and seal
New fuel rail hoses fitted
Braking system overhauled with new front callipers, pads and hoses
Rear braking work included rebuilt handbrake callipers, replacement handbrake pads, nearside rear brake calliper, connecting brake pipe and nearside rear brake pads
New brake accumulator fitted
New front drop links fitted
New reversing light switch fitted
PCV system cleaned
Auxiliary air valve rebuilt and top hose replaced
Transmission fluid, filter and gasket renewed
New adjustable transmission vacuum modulator fitted
Differential fluid renewed
Coolant system flushed with new hoses, fresh coolant, replacement thermostats, upgraded cooling fan, new heater valve and new coolant expansion tank
All auxiliary belts replaced
Air conditioning converted, repaired and re-gassed
Power steering fluid renewed
New radio aerial grommet, armrest clip, headlight adjustment cable and blocks, side indicator covers, intake manifold plaques, window switches, bonnet bump stops, supplementary air valve grommet, washer fluid cap, battery and cover clips fitted
Battery vent replaced
Welding completed and corrosion protection applied
Boot gas struts replaced
Speed control actuator replaced
New king leads, distributor cap, rotor, gasket and filter fitted
Detailed by SH Detailing
Four new tyres fitted, along with replacement alloy wheels in better condition

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