Highlights
- Only 29,303 documented miles from new
- Smart Cobalt Blue with Doeskin leather interior
- Just two previous keepers with the second keeper for 34 years
- Always garage stored with a cover
- Full service history from main dealer and independent Jaguar specialists
- Recent work includes new front discs, callipers, electric window switch and service
The Appeal
The XJ-SC is the rare XJS variant that provides the structural rigidity of the coupe with the versatility of Targa or full convertible motoring. Enthusiasts are increasingly discovering these cars and will no doubt find this ultra-low-mileage V12 very appealing.
Only a small number of the 5,013 XJ-SCs were built in RHD with the V12 motor. Likely this is one of the most original and least used. It shows just 29,303 miles from new and presents in very good condition inside and out. It's Cobalt Blue metallic and Doeskin leather interior looks virtually new.
The car has had three keepers, but the second owner has owned it for the vast majority of its 39 years. Despite the limited use the service book shows a run of regular servicing irrespective of use. The car has always been serviced and maintained by main dealers or independent marque specialists.
The vendor acquired it in 2023 and sent it to an independent Jaguar specialist for a check over and work. This included replacing the front discs and callipers, a new electric window switch and a full service.
With that silky V12 motor, very low mileage and impeccable maintenance, this is a treat for marque collectors.
The vendor says:
“The car is totally original and in the condition you would expect for a pampered car that has only travelled 29,303 miles. It drives peerlessly for a car of this age and wafting about the countryside on a summer's day is pure joy.”
History and Paperwork
- First registered 14th January 1986
- Two previous keepers
- The first keeper retained the car from 1986 to 1989
- Second keeper from 1989-2023
- Current keeper since August 2023
- Full service history available as shown in photos with stamped service book
- All maintenance by main Jaguar dealer and later by independent Jaguar specialists
- Front discs and callipers, electric window switch and service in 2023 by Jaguar specialist
- Always garage stored and kept under a cover throughout its life we are told
- Factory handbooks
- Factory tool kit
- 2 key sets
- V5C in the current keeper’s name
- Large history file as shown
- Last MOT valid to 14th September 2024 with minor advisory to note
- 28,838 miles on last MOT test and now showing 29,303 miles in photos
The Condition
- Cobalt Blue paintwork presents well with a good shine and even finish
- A few stone chips present on the nose and one tiny area of starring on the boot
- Bodywork presents wel in photos including arches, sills and underside
- No structural advisories on last MOT in 2023
- Original roof shows very little sign of fading and fits well
- Vendor reports no discolouration of the rear window
- Supplied with fabric tonneau as shown
- Doeskin leather seats appear in smart condition
- There is light scuffing to the right-hand driver's seat bolster
- Slight but barely visible wear to passenger side front seat
- Dashboard is crack-free according to seller
- Centre console showing slight age but not unsightly
- Wood veneers in good order as can be seen in photos
- Carpets appear in very good order
- Cassette player remains in working order
- Starfish alloy wheels in good order with few indications of age
- Trip computer present but rarely used by the current owner
The Mechanics
- 5,343cc fuel injected 285bhp V12 engine
- 3spd automatic transmission
- Original, unmodified mechanics according to the seller
- Starts first time according to the vendor
- The vendor states it has a pleasant burble at idle
- All electrical systems reported to be in working order
- The vendor states the car "drives well for a car of this age"
- Recent mechanical work includes new front discs and callipers
- Recent service in 2023 by an independent Jaguar specialist
- Minor advisory to note on last MOT in 2023
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