The XJ40 was the first all-new XJ for decades. It was a long time in the making, and it showed, mixing classic lines with a technologically advanced specification. The design and engineering was so good that it underpinned Jaguar's big saloons into the new Millennium.
Key to the appeal of these cars - aside from the traditional wood and leather cabin - is the excellent AJ6 straight six engine. It is renowned for its durability and smoothness.
All good reasons, then, to want this very tidy three-keeper 4L XJ40. It is in very good order thanks to a 2022 restoration and shows just 72,000 miles from new. The condition is clear from the photos and supported by a long, advisory-free MOT to March 2025. YMV5czK3IT3xt383ZfzQladjBAKAwLxxAmXFYVFW.jpg3.64 MB
The History and Paperwork
First registered 22nd January 1993
Only three previous keepers
Valid MOT until March 2025 with no advisories
Private registration and Mead of Chelmsford plates included with the car
Second owner purchased in 1994 and retained it until 2016
Car has reportedly always been kept in dry storage
Full service history including Jaguar pre-delivery inspection
Serviced by its dealers, Mead of Chelmsford and Grange Jaguar, up until 1997
Serviced by further specialists and a garage local to the 2nd owner
Under previous keeper serviced by a well-renowned specialist
In 2017 it had differential, dampers, springs and A/C rebuilt by the same company
Underwent extensive bodywork repair and restoration in 2018, also by XJ Restorations
The windscreen had to be custom made because it is heated - a rare factory option
From 2020 to 2024 cared for by Just Historic Cars in St Leonards, East Sussex
Car includes:
Two sets of keys with a third valet key, all with original Mead fobs
Fully completed service book, adjoined with a second
Extensive collection of invoices
Jaguar Heritage Certificate from the Jaguar Heritage Trust
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand..
U heeft een bod uitgebracht op dit voertuig. Ons team neemt contact met u op zodra uw bod is beoordeeld
