Highlights
- Extensive recent mechanical overhaul covering engine, gearbox, fuel system, suspension, and brakes
- Carte Grise de Collection
- Contrôle Technique valid until March 2028
- The vendor reports no known mechanical faults, leaks, or fluid consumption
- Four new tyres, two new shock absorbers, and a new battery recently fitted
The Appeal
The Daimler-badged XJ40 sat above its Jaguar sibling in the range, offering a higher level of trim and refinement. Powered by the smooth 3.6-litre AJ6 straight-six paired with a five-speed automatic gearbox, this Bordeaux over beige example appears to be in fine fettle following a thorough mechanical overhaul.
The list of recent work is considerable, spanning the engine, gearbox, fuel system, brakes, and suspension, all of which are itemised in the detail section below. Cosmetically, the bodywork and paintwork show wear commensurate with age, including some minor scratches and a small corrosion point at the fuel filler flap. The interior has been thoroughly cleaned and presents well, with only minor wear noted on the driver's seat. The sole reported fault is a slightly temperamental central locking system.
Key Information
- Mileage: 67,000 km (indicated, unwarranted)
- Country of registration: France
- Technical inspection status: Contrôle Technique valid until 18 March 2028
- Technical specs: 3.6-litre six-cylinder petrol, five-speed automatic
- Paperwork: Carte Grise de Collection
The Detail
- Recent engine oil change and gearbox oil change with a new strainer
- New air filter, spark plugs, and battery fitted
- Thermostat replaced and coolant renewed
- Brake system bled
- Fuel tank removed and cleaned; new fuel pump, fuel filter, and fuel gauge fitted
- Crankshaft position sensor replaced
- Rocker cover gasket replaced
- Front and rear suspension silent blocks renewed
- Two new shock absorbers fitted following technical inspection
- Wheel geometry checked and adjusted
- Four new 16-inch tyres fitted
- Front and rear bonnet and boot struts replaced
- Boot floor treated against corrosion
- Interior thoroughly cleaned, including seats and carpets
- Minor wear noted on the driver's seat
- Some minor scratches and bubbles on the bodywork
- Small corrosion point noted at the fuel filler flap
- Central locking reported as slightly temperamental
- The vendor states the car drives smoothly with no jerks or vibrations
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