Highlights

Rare factory five-speed manual gearbox: one of approximately 200 manual 4.0-litre XJS models sold in North America
Ex-dry state car, having spent its entire life in North Carolina
Recently completed a 300-mile test drive without reported issues
Vendor is happy to aid in international shipping

The Appeal

The manual-gearbox XJS is one of the rarer variants of Jaguar's legendary tourer. With the factory five-speed paired to the 4.0-litre AJ6 engine, it offers a level of driver engagement that the automatic can't quite match - an invigorating drive indeed. It is estimated that only around 200 manual 4.0-litre examples were ever sold in North America.

This 1994 Cabrio comes to us in a fine Black-over-Black. Having spent its entire life in North Carolina, it's also benefited from a dry climate. The bodywork has recently been professionally polished and detailed, while inside, Jaguar seat covers have helped preserve the leather over the years.

Mechanically, the vendor reports the car drives very well. The engine is said to run smoothly, the gearbox is reported to shift correctly, and the suspension is described as feeling solid and comfortable.

Key Information

Mileage: 99,000 miles (indicated)
Country of origin: USA (North Carolina); EU customs and VAT paid, no current registration
Technical inspection status: not provided
Technical specs: 4.0-litre AJ6 six-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual, convertible
Paperwork: no specific documentation mentioned by the vendor

This vehicle is sold with its original US Title. Please note that it has not yet been road-registered or safety-inspected within the EU.

The Detail

Recently completed a 300-mile test drive without reported issues
Recently professionally polished and detailed
The vendor states the engine runs smoothly and all fluid levels are correct
Gearbox reported to shift correctly
The vendor states the suspension feels solid and comfortable
Original radio not currently working – the vendor believes this is either locked or requires electrical adjustment
Heater functions correctly, but the blower fan is not operating and requires attention
Jaguar seat covers included

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