Description
Early Jaguar XJs are enjoying a surge in popularity, but if you want the best of them, then it has to be a Series 1.
Straight from the 1968 launch of Sir William Lyons's final masterpiece, it was recognised as the best car in the world.
Forty years on, and arguably the XJ6 was the last true world-beating saloon to roll out of Browns Lane.
When it finally surfaced in 1968 it broke the mould for prestige saloons, not just matching its class peers but redefining the sector altogether – a feat even the latest all aluminum XJ and the excellent XF have failed to copy.
ABOUT THIS CAR
In very nice Order Throughout
Eight owners on record.
Runs and drives beautifully
Series One's are sought after and becoming hard to find today.
This is a nice example with a stunning metallic shine to it.
Comes with tinted glass, that can be removed if one wants to.
Note that tailpipes are only bolted on, so again, easily returned back to factory standard.
Interior is in very good order, so is body and paint.
Good Michelin tires on steel wheels.
One can argue that the XJ6 was the last true ‘all new' model from Jaguar - if you overlook the fact that the well evolved XK engine was by then 20 years old, and the suspension set-up had been refined through its bulky predecessor, the Mk X/ 420G.
That's stuff to debate down the pub but what isn't in question is that the XJ is still an amazingly modern and competent luxury sports saloon, that when compared to Mk1/ Mk2s, represents astonishing value for money. Just like it did back in 1968!
These Jaguars were noted for their grace, pace and space and there is a reason why Jaguar has stuck with the XJ nomenclature for its finest saloon 40 years on: rarely can a car have been so ahead of its class as the XJ was with the Series I.
For years they were bought by retired gents, who had them when new. Now they are gaining a real following among younger buyers as well.
They are the perfect classic: characterful yet civilised to drive.
Car will be sold WOF'd and registered IF sold in New Zealand.
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TRANSPORT / WORLDWIDE SHIPPING CAN BE ORGANISED ON THIS VEHICLE ON BUYER'S BEHALF AT BUYERS COST.
Viewing is Monday to Friday BY PRIOR APPOINTMENT only.
