Highlights

One owner and just 54,296 documented miles
Magnificent V12 HE power
Gorgeous interior in great condition
Decent service history and recent expenditure

THE APPEAL

Replacing the iconic styling and sporting credentials of the E-type was always going to be a tall order for Jaguar, but it soon became apparent that the new XJ-S was designed to embrace a modern era in motoring history when it was launched in 1975.

This brilliant GT made the most of the magnificent V12 engine that powered the last of the E-types with 6-cylinder versions joining the range later. Long distance cruising was well catered for with power steering, cruise control and a luxurious cabin trimmed with an abundance of leather and wood.

Impressively, this XJ-S Coupe has been clearly loved and cared for by the same owner from new. Residing in Exeter all it’s life, the befitting Regency Red coachwork looks resplendent, and the sublime body, very straight. On the inside we discover all the luxurious Jaguar comfort you would expect - all in exceptional preserved condition.

A proper ‘old-school’ British Jag, the HE V12 version is extremely desirable and should offer a highly engaging driving experience. Very cool these days, it is amazing value compared to any other V12, and should be a solid investment.

THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK

First registered on the 1st August 1990
V5 present (in the first owner’s name)
Original Vehicle Sales Invoice from main dealer’s, Exeter Garages
Original Jaguar wallet containing the Owner’s handbooks
Service book with a few stamps from 1990-1996
An array of servicing and parts invoices from the mid 1990’s
Last service invoice
Pretty much every MOT present
Currently untaxed
3 sets of keys

Purchased new from Jaguar/Daimler dealer’s, Exeter Garages, this Jaguar had covered around 48,000 miles by 2005 - thus driven very sparingly since. We understand it was in storage for a couple of years.

Pretty much every MOT is present and the current ‘Pass’ MOT runs until the 6th July 2024. The last service was carried out by M.J. Anning, Exeter, in October 2019 just 309 miles ago.

THE CONDITION

Opulent Jaguar interior - as expected. Smells nice too!
Excellent dash, burr-walnut wood and Doeskin trim
Great instrumentation and switchgear
Adjustable steering wheel
Trip computer and cruise control
Air-conditioning and original radio/cassette with working electric aerial
No reported electrical issues
Nice leather, chrome and wood door trims
Electric lumbar adjustable and heated front leather seats
Optional extra of red piping to seating
Some wear to the driver’s seat bolster
Unmarked rear seats and trim
Superb red carpeting throughout
New headlining professionally fitted at a cost of £575.00 in August 2021
Spacious fully carpeted boot with usable spare and original tool kit
Lovely glossy Regency Red Metallic coachwork
A few minor stone chips to the front of the bonnet
Really straight body with no car park trolly or door dings down the sides
Shiny presentable chrome work
Clear windows, lights and mirror glass
Sound wheel arches and front and rear valences
Straight bumpers with great trim
From what we can see, the underside looks sound
Original lattice alloys were refurbished in 2016 and look great
Four Kumho Solus tyres are fitted with good tread depths

THE MECHANICS

Clean engine compartment
Smooth naturally-aspirated 5.3-litre HE V12
Factory spec’ of around 295 bhp
Electronic ignition and fuel injection
HE ‘high efficiency’ version
3-speed ZF automatic transmission
Light power steering
Renewed steering rack mounts and steering rack bushes in June 2022
Brakes overhauled in 2017
ABS unit and master cylinder fully reconditioned in 2017
New handbrake brake pads in July 2023
Good aftermarket and club support
The vendor confirms that this stunning XJ-S “drives beautifully”

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