1995 Jaguar XJS 4.0 Celebration Convertible
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Highlights
- 79,208 miles indicated
- 4-litre automatic ‘Celebration’ model
- Comprehensive history
- Lovely leather interior
- Attractive specification
The Appeal
Towards the end of its long production run, Jaguar had refined the XJS considerably. From adding galvanisation to the body work and extra strengthening to the chassis in convertible models, to a characterful and efficient 4-litre engine, these enhancements did much to improve and polish what was already a fine grand tourer.
The last couple of years of production saw the introduction of these ‘Celebration’ models, with unique badging, interior specification and some styling tweaks to keep it looking fresh and modern.
This fine vehicle is a nice example of a ‘Celebration’ convertible. Finished in a very attractive colour scheme and spec, with low mileage and a very extensive history file, we think this would make a truly delightful addition to any collection.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in October 1995
- Ordered from Weybridge jaguar in Surrey
- Eight owners from new, current owner since June 2020
- Private registration included, and holds some value
- Purchased by the vendor from Clarkes Jaguar
- WaxOyl treated by Clarkes in June 2020, prior to purchase, with a certificate of evidence
- Complete with the owner’s handbooks and two sets of keys
- Partial service history, with 12 stamps in the book, the last at 77,509 miles in June 2020
- Currently indicating 79,208 miles, verified by MOT and service records
The Interior
- Stylish cream leather upholstery, with minimal evidence of wear and no staining we could see
- Coffee piping and to the seats, along with Jaguar emblems embossed into the head rests
- Coffee coloured cabin carpets seem to be in good order, with no notable damage
- Wood veneer trim to the steering wheel, gear level, door cards and dash fascia all present well, with no chipping, warping or cracking evident
- Electric windows and door mirrors
- Electrically adjustable seats to the front
- Modern Kenwood CD/radio system
- Twin airbags
- The headlining of the fabric roof looks to be in fine fettle, with no staining or damage we could discern
- All of the switchgear and instrumentation looks to be in very good order, with light evidence of use and wear
- The vendor tells us that everything works just as it should, with no faults reported
- At the rear, the boot space is trimmed with grey carpet and also contains a full-size spare wheel
The Exterior
- Lovely deep green paintwork, finished with a white coachline to either side
- The paint appears to be in nice condition, with some minor blemishes commensurate with its age, and some stone chipping to the bonnet
- Later model, benefitting from galvanised bodywork, which all looks to be straight, clean and corrosion free
- Twin headlamp conversion
- Celebration badging present and correct
- Smoked rear light lenses
- Factory-fitted, boot mounted spoiler
- Electrically operated, black fabric roof, shows well with no tears, UV damage or significant wear we could observe
- Complete with cream tonneau cover
- All of the brightwork wears a fine lustre and presents well for its age
- 16-inch Celebration alloy wheels, in decent condition with some minor marks and pitting, shod with a matched set of tyres
- Underneath, the car looks to be in excellent condition, with no corrosion or damage we could see to the floors or sills
- It benefits from having been professionally WaxOyl treated in June 2020
The Mechanics
- 3,980cc, naturally aspirated inline-six, driving the rear wheel and offering 223hp / 278lb-ft
- Four-speed ZF automatic transmission
- Cruise control
- Anti-lock braking system
- Power assisted steering
- The engine bay looks very clean and tidy
- We’re assured by the vendor that the car drives well, and they reports no mechanical issues
Summary
When it comes to comfortable, sporting and luxurious cars, Jaguar is one of the masters. And this Celebration XJS really is a very fine example of what they do. Beautifully cared for and well presented in a very fine specification, this would surely make any driver very happy indeed.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1995
- Make Jaguar
- Model XJS 4.0 Celebration Convertible
- Colour Green
- Odometer 79,208 Miles
- Engine size 3980
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Lingfield
- Location Surrey
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- An•••• £19,000 30/03/23
- wh•••• £18,500 30/03/23
- An•••• £18,000 30/03/23
- wh•••• £17,500 30/03/23
- An•••• £17,000 30/03/23
- wh•••• £16,500 30/03/23
- An•••• £16,000 30/03/23
- wh•••• £15,500 30/03/23
- An•••• £15,000 30/03/23
- wh•••• £14,500 30/03/23
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