Highlights
- Rare XJ-S-C offering three configurations: convertible, Targa, or coupé
- Comprehensive mechanical upgrades, including sport exhaust, adjustable gas shocks, and rear stabiliser bar
- Maintained to high standards with recent clutch, electronic injectors, and polyurethane bushings
- Presents in very good condition with factory hardtop included
- Registered in France with a valid Contrôle Technique until May 2028
The Appeal
Before Jaguar introduced a conventional convertible version of the XJ-S, it produced a Targa-topped XJ-S-C, much like the Porsche 911 Targas of the era. The unique roof arrangement allows for three distinct configurations to suit different driving conditions: convertible, Targa, or coupé.
Having been in the current ownership for a decade, this 1985 example has benefited from regular maintenance and thoughtful upgrades that enhance both performance and handling. With its host of mechanical improvements, this rare XJ-S variant has a great deal to offer.
Having been in the current ownership for a decade, this 1985 example has benefited from regular maintenance and thoughtful upgrades that enhance both performance and handling. With its host of mechanical improvements, this rare XJ-S variant has a great deal to offer.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1985 and currently with its third registered keeper, who has owned the car for ten years
- Has a valid Contrôle Technique until May 2028
- The serial numbers are reported to match
- Strict maintenance schedule followed according to the vendor
- July 19, 2012: Maintenance completed, including discs, pads, and shock absorber replacement
- Always kept in a garage, we are told
- 130,556 km indicated
- The car comes with a complete factory tool kit and that a factory hard top can be supplied as an extra as well as the original 15" alloy wheels
The Condition
- Reportedly original paint presents well
- Recent Michelin CrossClimate tyres on 16" aluminium wheels
- Interior convertible lining is marked and has some tears
- Wood-imitation panel installed on transmission tunnel
- Dedicated bag for the two half-roofs
- Functional radio and electric antenna
- Convertible top appears in good condition
- Please note that it is the lining of the soft top that is marked with a few snags
- Transparent rear window in very good condition, without cracks or folds
- Factory hardtop available
- Car can be configured as convertible, Targa, or coupe
The Mechanics
- 3.6-litre DOHC straight-six engine
- Five-speed manual transmission
- New battery
- Valve adjustment done with head gasket replacement ten years ago
- New electronic injector units were installed a few years ago
- Recent adjustable gas shock absorbers
- Rear stabiliser bar added with new rear tie rods and seals
- Complete clutch assembly recently replaced
- All oil seals have been recently replaced
- All bushings replaced with polyurethane
- New stainless steel sport exhaust system (+15-20 HP)
- Front and rear wheel hub bearings are in good condition and adjusted
- Features a limited-slip Jaguar differential (not Dana as in later models)
- The electronic control units for the injection system are new and recent
- The rear stabiliser bar is mounted on two new special tie rods with new silent blocks, providing exceptional road holding
- Gas shocks, rear stabiliser bar, 16" wheels with Michelin tyres
- New polyurethane gear shift linkage bushings
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