Highlights

Desirable V12 HE in Bordeaux Red metallic
Well maintained car in very usable condition
Only five registered keepers
£5,800 bodywork repairs in 2020
Full service less than 1,500 miles ago
MOT to February 2026

The Appeal

In the 1980s the XJS discovered its mojo. Jaguar boss John Egan’s decision to improve quality, add chrome and generous quantities of wood veneer delivered arguably one of the best GT cars ever built. No wonder good examples, particularly those with the silky V12, remain so popular 30 years after production ended.

This car will surely appeal to enthusiasts. Finished in popular Bordeaux Red metallic with a cream leather cabin, it is a well maintained car in very usable condition. Recent work includes nearly £6,000 invested in the bodywork plus a new starter motor, coil and amplifier. The last service was less than 1,500 miles ago.

The joy of a XJS is that it works as a long-distance cruiser as well as a relaxing weekend wanderer. This car, with its long MOT and recent service, looks ready to do either role perfectly.

The vendor says:

“A great drive. It is a genuine car that hasn't been messed with since new. New tyres. Very tidy interior. Only selling as I have lost access to garage for storage. I love driving it on country roads and for a big car it is very enjoyable. Engine very reliable. Will be missed but deserves to be looked after.”

The History and Paperwork

First registered 30th March 1988
Five registered keepers
Current keeper since May 2023
Only selling due to loss of storage
Good history file with invoides shown in photos
Factory service book with various stamps as shown
Factory handbook
2 sets of keys
V5C in current keeper’s name
Last serviced at 109,297 miles in March 2021
Earlier invoices for starter motor, coil and amplifier
£5,800 on bodywork repairs in August 2020
MOT to 11th February 2026 with one minor advisory

The Condition

Original Bordeaux Red metallic paintwork with pinstripe in good overall condition
Paintwork is generally even and matched with slight variation on passenger door
Bodywork is well kept with £5,800 spent on repairs in 2020 as noted in photos
Some minor bodywork deterioration to note in photos
These include bubbles to base of screen, arches and offside wing top
There is also some corrosion to edge of boot lid as shown in photos
Underside in good condition with no structural advisories on current MOT
Headlights are clear with no reported damage to glass
Fitted with fog lights with factory covers as shown
Lattice alloy wheels with matching spare in good condition with light aging
Recently fitted with new tyres according to seller
Well kept cream leather cabin showing light wear typical of age and mileage
The signs of use are minimal and limited to usual areas such as driver’s bolster
Veneers in good order with light cracking to note to ‘ski slope’ centre console but not unsightly
Original switchgear and fittings including factory radio as shown
Fitted with cruise control and heated seats although these are untested
Headlining in matching beige finish with only light sagging to note in photos
Leather seats well kept with light wear to front seats and rears appearing little used
No reported faults with electrics, lighting, switchgear or dials
No dashboard warning lights notified

The Mechanics

5,343cc ‘HE’ specification V12 fuel injectected 295bhp engine
3spd automatic gearbox
Serviced in 2021 less than 1,500 miles ago
Recent new starter, coil and amplifier
No reported running or driving issues
Minor advisory to note on current MOT
Good history file as shown in photos

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