A highly original, lightly used example of this V12 XJS Coupe with just 3 sympathetic owners
Having covered a mere 10,000 in the last 15 years and just a few hundred in the last 5 years
Complete with a full service history and plenty of provenance providing paperwork
The Appeal
The XJS was launched in 1975 and had the unenviable task of following the E-Type as the sporting pinnacle of the prestigious Jaguar range. The XJS was originally only available with the 5.3L V12 engine carried over from the E-Type. This made for a rapid and effortlessly sophisticated sports coupe with continent crossing capabilities.
This example offers originality and, hence, charm by the bucket load. Clearly a prized and cherished XJS the previous owner worked hard to preserve and maintain it over his 21-year period of ownership. It was only after his sad death that the car has reluctantly become available to purchase.
The interior of this XJS is a real time-capsule from 1987
The lovely Oatmeal leather upholstery is in great condition
In keeping with the car’s originality there is a charming, light patina to the leather
The high-backed seats are box pleated with deep side bolsters
The seats are electrically heated and have an electrically adjustable lumbar section
The dash and centre console are fronted with bright, gloss finished wood veneer
The padded door cards are finished in Oatmeal leather with accents of wood veneer
The carpets and headlining are in a contrasting mushroom shade and are in excellent used condition throughout
The boot is fully carpeted and houses a full-sized alloy spare wheel
There is also the original CD changer in here together with the original tool roll and jack
The interior of this XJS is an object lesson in originality and period-correct charm. It’s not perfect and all the better of it. The patina of the seat leather is just right. Not too much but reminding passengers that this is a fully-paid-up Jaguar Classic car.
The XJS dash is well designed and specified. The central dial display which reads vertically is particularly appealing and a signature feature of the XJS. The car is very well specified in the cabin too, right down to period trip-computer and remotely controlled mirrors.
The Bordeaux Red Metallic paintwork appears to be in excellent overall condition
It is deep and shiny and thickly applied
The areas of refreshed paintwork to the lower body have been expertly applied with an excellent colour match having been achieved
The current owner reports a few stone chips and the odd age-related mark
The body work presents in excellent order
All doors and hinged panels open and close with ease and precision
Panel gaps are tight and symmetrical
The original light lenses are clear and unmarked front and rear
The original 15-inch Jaguar honeycomb alloy wheels are in excellent condition with only the odd minor mark visible on close inspection
The wheels are fitted with a mix of quality Avon and Pirelli tyres in a 225/60 R15 configuration
All tyres retain a minimum of 4mm of remaining tread
The cabin glass appears to be in a fine, unmarked condition throughout
The Bordeaux Red Metallic paintwork of this XJS is a great colour and very evocative of its period. The careful and considered use that this XJS has enjoyed has really paid dividends in terms of the exterior condition of this sporting GT car. It looks great and is almost a guaranteed head-turner with its overall originality being hugely appealing.
This XJS is fitted with the legendary 5.3L V12 engine carried over from the E-Type Jaguar
Power is fed to the rear wheels via an automatic gearbox
This combination endows the XJS with smooth and effortless power to spare
As you would expect from such a well-maintained car, all mechanical systems are understood to be in full working order
The current owner attests to the effortless drive provided by the V12 powered XJS
The underside is understood to be dry and free of oil leaks
Despite other, more modern engine choices arriving later for the XJS, the only launch engine was the esteemed 5.3L V12 we see here. Of course, it’s the one all true petrol-heads will want. Its not just the impressive power and sublime smoothness that appeals but the wonderful sound too. This is one of the automotive world’s truly iconic engines and entirely suited to the suave sophistication of the XJS.
Despite a slightly rocky start, after all it had some big E-Type shaped shoes to fill, the XJS soon secured a place in the affections of car lovers and enthusiasts across the world. The long, low bonnet and those signature flying buttresses at the rear making it one of the most recognisable cars of its period.
The XJS went on to enjoy a 20-year production life and well over 110,000 were sold during that period. These cars have become sought after for their relaxed touring capability, sumptuous cabin and for offering excellent value for money.
This particular example is in lovely, original condition and is a very solid and honest car in all respects. The colour combination suits the car very well and there are no significant areas of imperfection needing imminent attention. This is an opportunity to secure a great value British V12 GT car with great provenance and in excellent overall condition.
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