Highlights

One of only 352 manual gearbox XJS-C cars
Economical and reliable 3.6L straight six engine
Very smart Steel Blue metallic with grey leather
Professionally undersealed with guarantee certificate
Well maintained with large history file
Recent service with only 1,800 miles since attention
MOT to February 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

The later convertible may be more populous, but there are many reasons to want Jaguar’s earlier open top XJS. These cars have more bracing so are more structurally robust, then there’s the 2+2 layout and choice of full convertible or Targa-style motoring.

The XJS-C is very rare, too. Just 1,077 3.6L cars like this one were built and only 357 of 3.6L and 5.3L cars were equipped with manual gearboxes. That option releases the sporting potential of a car too often seen as merely a long-legged GT cruiser.

This lovely, low mileage Steel Blue 3.6L manual gearbox car is therefore a real find. The factory-correct paintwork is mated to a well preserved grey leather interior. The roof and recently undersealed underside also present well. It has been properly maintained too, amassing a large history file of regular servicing up to late 2023 and under 2,000 miles ago.

The car comes to market with the added reassurance of a lengthy, advisory-free MOT. That could be one of the last tests for the car because it will be eligible for Historic Vehicle status from 1st April 2027.

History and Paperwork

First registered 1st August 1986
DVLA records car as previously painted grey
This is likely to be a reclassification of the original Steel Blue/Grey colour
Chassis plate confirms correct LEC Steel Blue paint as shown on car
Seven previous keepers
Current keeper since December 2022
Kept in a dry garage
Used only on sunny days for pleasure
Covered 3,000 miles trouble-free under current ownership
Professionally undersealed with certificate of guarantee
Large history file of well organised maintenance as shown
2 keys
Serviced to December 2023 at 84,081 miles
Supplied with car cover
MOT to 25th February 2026 with no advisories
85,454 miles showing on test and 85,747 miles in photos
Eligible for Historic Vehicle status based on age from 1st April 2027

The Condition

Smart and well preserved Steel Blue metallic paintwork with few indications of age
Edge protectors fitted to both doors
Bodywork presents very well across arches, sills and other XJS check areas
There are minor points to note to offside front and rear arches at base by sill
Lattice-style factory alloy wheels in good order with matching spare
Matching Pirelli P600 tyres fitted all round showing decent remaining tread
Chromework in good order as shown
Fitted with USA style quad headlights and bonnet leaper
Underside in good order with recent undersealing
No structural advisories on MOT
Folding black fabric roof with Targa-style removable roof panels
Grey leather interior with blue piping in very good condition as shown
Roof headlining shows light age as shown in photos
Veneers in good order across doors, console and dashboard
Period correct radio fitted
A/c has been disconnected as compressor is faulty
All instruments, switchgear and gauges work correctly

The Mechanics

3,590cc AJ6 straight six fuel injected engine
5spd manual gearbox
Described as economical by the seller
Engine runs and drives smoothly with no known faults we are told
Correct oil pressure and normal running temperature advised by seller
Factory tool kit as shown
Serviced in December 2023 around 1,800 miles ago
No advisories on current MOT

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