Highlights
- 58,915 warranted miles
- Desirable V12 model, well-suited to long-distance touring
- Equipped with electrically adjustable and heated seats
- Comes with an impressive history file, including owner’s manuals and service records
The Appeal
If you're looking for a car to explore Europe in this summer, this would be our pick.
This 1989 Jaguar XJ-S V12 Convertible is just the ticket for continental grand touring, geared for high-speed cruising as you ride a wave of V12 torque. The soft top roof allows really adds to the experience, perfect for those warmer climes, but there are also heated seats to facilitate top-down motoring when you're back home in the UK.
Having reportedly been in regular use until 2019, this XJ-S has been well-maintained, as evidenced by its comprehensive service history. It has less than 60,000 miles under its belt and remains highly original throughout, even down to neat features like the Jaguar-branded radio cassette player head unit.
This car is a compelling choice for those summer road trips. It's due a service but is complete with MOT until 23rd February 2026.
This 1989 Jaguar XJ-S V12 Convertible is just the ticket for continental grand touring, geared for high-speed cruising as you ride a wave of V12 torque. The soft top roof allows really adds to the experience, perfect for those warmer climes, but there are also heated seats to facilitate top-down motoring when you're back home in the UK.
Having reportedly been in regular use until 2019, this XJ-S has been well-maintained, as evidenced by its comprehensive service history. It has less than 60,000 miles under its belt and remains highly original throughout, even down to neat features like the Jaguar-branded radio cassette player head unit.
This car is a compelling choice for those summer road trips. It's due a service but is complete with MOT until 23rd February 2026.
The History and Paperwork
- 58,915 miles, supported by the service history with records dating back to 1989
- Comes with a V5C certificate
- Last serviced in May 2016 at 58,271 miles by Godwin Specialist Cars
- Previous services include June 2013 at 57,159 miles by RWHS Jaguars and July 2003 at 45,663 miles by P.V. Dobson & Sons
- Includes owner’s manuals, stamped service booklet, various maintenance invoices, and MOT certificates
- A UK-delivered example, it is said to have remained in regular use until, in 2019, it was taken in by a Jaguar main dealer where it is noted to have remained ever since
The service history is as follows:
05.2016 - 58,271 miles - Godwin Specialist Cars
05.2016 - 58,271 miles - Godwin Specialist Cars
06.2013 - 57,159 miles - RWHS Jaguars
07.2003 - 45,663 miles - P.V. Dobson & Sons
07.2000 - 40,714 miles
04.1999 - 37,748 miles - Elite Cars Jaguar specialist
03.1998 - 35,235 miles - Elite Cars Jaguar specialist
05.1995 - 30,890 miles - Stratstone of Wilmslow
02.1994 - 27,718 miles - Stratstone of Wilmslow
08.1993 - 25,648 miles - Lancaster Jaguar, Sevenoaks
03.1993 - 23,681 miles - Lancaster Jaguar, Sevenoaks
08.1992 - 20,778 miles - Lancaster Jaguar, Sevenoaks
02.1992 - 18,059 miles - Lancaster Jaguar, Sevenoaks
07.1991 - 15,680 miles - Lancaster Jaguar, Sevenoaks
01.1991 - 12,322 miles - Lancaster Jaguar, Sevenoaks
06.1990 - 8,989 miles - Lancaster Jaguar, Sevenoaks
02.1989 - 3,757 miles - H.R. Owen Jaguar
The Condition
- Folding hood is reportedly in good working order and the fabric appears in great shape
- 15" lattice alloy wheels fitted with Nankang tyres
- Stunning white paintwork on exceedingly smart order, considering the car's age
- Complete with twin coach lines down the sides
- All chrome trims present well and do not appear notably pitted
- Barley leather interior with wood trims looks in very good order
- Equipped with electric windows and a trip computer
The Mechanics
- 5.3-litre V12
- Three-speed automatic
- Cruise control and power steering
- The vendor informs us that the engine and transmission are in good working order
- Recent passed MOT with a few advisories to note
- The XJ-S reportedly drives well and the vendor is not aware of any current issues
- The Jaguar is now due a service
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