Highlights

36,286 documented miles from new
Full service history with few miles since last work
Pretty Bordeaux Red metallic with doeskin leather
Very well kept and highly presented low mileage car
Recent matching Pirelli P600 tyres with only 1,200 miles covered
MOT to July 2025 with no advisories

The Appeal

Chopping the roof off the XJS coupe created one of Jaguar’s best cars. Harking back to the stylish GTs of the 1940s and ‘50s XK era, this long, low and effortlessly quick car could only be a Jaguar and is perfect for touring.

If you’re one of the many people sold on the car’s attributes, then you’re not spoilt for choice. But this car really stands out. Its Bordeau Red is a welcome alternative to the more common Arctic Blue and it is in quite remarkable 'timewarp' condition.

For that we have to thank its keepers, who have all kept the mileage down to just 36,286 miles from new. That figure is verified by the service history, which shows a run of regular work by main dealers and specialists. The car has covered few miles since the last service.

The quality and condition of this early V12 convertible are clear from the photos. It is one of the desirable pre-facelift, HE cars that retains the chrome bumpers and neat details of these mid-period cars. An advisory-free MOt to July 2025 underlines the points we’ve made above and the condition you can view in the photos.

The vendor says:

“This beautiful XJS Convertible is an immaculate example of this model, drives perfectly, providing comfort and joy to any driver, exuding class and the Jaguar heritage, a pleasure to own. Amazing value for money and a true classic in its own right, and can only appreciate in value.”

The History and Paperwork

First registered 7th June 1988
Eight registered keepers from new
Factory handbooks and wallets as shown
1 set of keys
JDHT certificate as shown
Original service book with 14 main dealer and specialist stamps from 1989 to 2019
Last serviced in October 2022
2018 bill of sale, MOTs, various receipts, and original sales brochures available
MOT to 7th July 2025 with no advisories
36,253 miles showing on MOT test and 36,286 miles in photos

The Condition

Original Bordeaux Red metallic paintwork with gold pinstripe present well
Bodywork is in very good order in usual XJ-S check areas such as arches and sills
Factory standard car with lattice alloy wheels and matching spare in good order
Matching Pirelli P600 quality tyres with 1,200 miles since fitment
Black folding electric hard top in very good condition with matching tonneau
Underside presents well in photos with no structural issues on MOT
Doeskin leather interior appears in smart condition
There is little obvious wear to usual high-traffic areas such as driver’s bolster
Walnut veneers are in good condition across dashboard and doors
No noticeable delamination or cracking to wood including console ‘ski slope’
Very original car including Jaguar factory stereo and car phone with fitted armrest
Rear storage box behind seats
Well-kept carpets through cabin and boot with no reported tears, rips or stains
No reported faults with electrics, lighting, switchgear or dials
No dashboard warning lights advised

The Mechanics

5,343cc V12 fuel injected 285bhp engine
3spd automatic gearbox
We understand that this is a matching numbers car
Well maintained through its life confirming low mileage
Maintained by main dealers and specialists
Vendor informs us that the vehicle drives perfectly
Recent service in October 2022 with little mileage since
No mechanical issues reported by the vendor
Smart engine bay as shown in photos
No advisories on current MOT

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