Highlights
- Reported low mileage of only 23,580 miles
- Originally supplied to Guernsey in January 1989
- Engine overhauled including cylinder heads in 2010
- Original handbooks, service book and sales invoice
- One of fewer than 400 V12 convertibles still registered in the UK
The Appeal
The XJ-S replaced the E-Type, and was quite a controversial direction for the legendary marque. It was a step away from sports cars into real grand tourer territory, with impressive proportions and brutalist '70s styling that carried impressive aerodynamic principles and unusual rear buttresses - thanks to the ever-ambitious pen of Malcolm Sayer. It quickly bedded in with even the most ardent E-Type aficionados and has become a legend in the Coventry brand's repertoire - continuing to flourish for over 20 years.
The XJ-S had to wait until 1988 for a full convertible version, which featured a strengthened body shell and numerous upgrades. This particular 1989 example is especially noteworthy for its reported low mileage, original V12 engine, and documented history from new. Finished in Glacier White with brown leather interior, it's an increasingly rare opportunity to own a very original, low-mileage V12 XJ-S Convertible - a model that's becoming increasingly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The vendor says:
"In summary, a very original, desirable, V12 XJS convertible, in very solid order throughout that presents extremely well. Owned by a fastidious collector, with low ownership (no previous UK owners). The numbers of good V12 convertibles are dwindling with website ‘How Many Left’ indicating less than 400 Registered on UK roads."
The XJ-S had to wait until 1988 for a full convertible version, which featured a strengthened body shell and numerous upgrades. This particular 1989 example is especially noteworthy for its reported low mileage, original V12 engine, and documented history from new. Finished in Glacier White with brown leather interior, it's an increasingly rare opportunity to own a very original, low-mileage V12 XJ-S Convertible - a model that's becoming increasingly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The vendor says:
"In summary, a very original, desirable, V12 XJS convertible, in very solid order throughout that presents extremely well. Owned by a fastidious collector, with low ownership (no previous UK owners). The numbers of good V12 convertibles are dwindling with website ‘How Many Left’ indicating less than 400 Registered on UK roads."
History and Paperwork
- Originally supplied and delivered to Guernsey on 1st January 1989
- Registered in the UK on 1st September 2022 with no previous UK registered keepers
- MOT valid until February 2026
- Comes with original handbooks and service book with early service stamps from Channel Islands Jaguar
- Original sales invoice and delivery letter from Jaguar included
- Engine was overhauled in 2010 at Rohais Motor Center at just 7,370 miles, including work on both cylinder heads
- Currently owned by a fastidious collector
The Condition
- Finished in Glacier White
- Very well presented throughout
- No obvious dents or dings we can discern
- Lattice alloys present and correct
- Underside looks solid and well-kept
- Electric soft top in working order
- Brown leather interior presents well
- Some rubbing and creasing to the leather, but nothing excessive
- Original wood veneer interior trims
- Original Jaguar cassette player/stereo still fitted
- Instruments are all clear and legible
- The vendor states the car is in very solid order throughout
The Mechanics
- 5343cc V12 High Efficiency engine
- Three-speed automatic transmission
- Engine was overhauled in 2010, including work on both cylinder heads
- Believed to be mechanically standard
- Engine bay looks in fine order
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