Highlights

• Extremely rare and prestigious model
• Believed to be the only XJS convertible built in Primrose Pearl
• Excellent service and maintenance record
• Just 49,453 miles from new

The Appeal

When the XJS was in its golden age, they were one of the most aspirational grand tourers on the market on the market. During '93 and '94, they were only growing more so, and the well-to-do customer was offered the Insignia trim if they were happy to add a whopping 10% to their car's order value.

In return, your car was packed with plenty of extra features and comforts, and was hand finished by SVO. Top-notch upholstery and Wilton carpets matched up impressively with Birdseye Maple and electrically operated features. Very few XJS models benefitted from this high-end treatment. Reports vary, but between 57 and 64 cars were built across coupé and cabriolet platforms. The very definition of exclusive.

There was, of course, an impressive list of colours, but most of the Insignia cars left the factory in their common hues of navy blue, black, red - the usual. As a result, it appears that this one's rarely-spotted Primose Hue is the only time it's never been applied to an Insignia convertible.

Accompanied by an impressive maintenance record, a very low, warranted mileage of 49,453 miles from new. this incredibly well-kept car is ready and waiting for its lucky new owner. You may never see an XJS like this one ever again!
 

 

History and Paperwork

• Manufactured in July 1993
• Believed to be the only Insignia convertible built in this colour
• Delivered to Henley main dealers in London as a stock demonstrator in August 1993
• First registered in August 1994, second owner from 1999, third from 2002, fourth from 2016
• In current ownership since 2022
• Car has been kept garaged and only used in the dry since 2002
• Comprehensive main dealer/specialist service history
• Car will be supplied with a fresh MOT
• Original handbook and service book included
• Service stamps at 5,233 / 8,566 / 15,845 / 24,481 / 27,924 / 31,794 / 46,329
• Letter of confirmation from Jaguar Cars
• Original Jaguar welcome letter
• Previous MOT certificates and invoices for maintenance
• No MOT gaps from 2006 to present
• Only driven approximately 10,000 miles since 2010

 

 
 

The Condition

• Primrose Pearl paintwork
• Blue fabric hood with colour-matched vinyl hood cover
• Original ‘Sport’ alloy wheels
• Believed to be the only XJS Insignia convertible finished in Primrose Pearl
• Paintwork in very good condition with minor signs of wear
• Blue fabric hood presents nicely with no tears or damage
• Colour-matched vinyl hood cover fits well with no signs of UV damage
• Brightwork, trim, and badging all present and correct with light natural patina
• Near-side rear bumper reflector is cracked
• Classic XJS ‘Sport’ 5-spoke 16” alloys in good condition with quality Pirelli tyres
• Underneath appears straight and clean with no significant corrosion
• Air conditioning
• Original radio/cassette system with Alpine CD changer
• Electrically operated seats, windows, door mirrors, and roof
• Quality Wilton carpets
• Presented in highly original condition with some plush enhancements over the standard model
• Yellow Pearl leather is hand-finished and looks to be in good condition with some creasing evident to the front seats
• Rear seats and door cards in fine condition for their age
• Insignia models feature higher quality Wilton carpets in Mushroom with matched overmats, all original and in good order with some staining
• Dash looks straight with no signs of warping, cracking, or UV damage
• Bird’s Eye Maple veneer presents well with minor signs of wear
• Some pitting and wear to the cabin’s brightwork, but nothing beyond natural patination
• Vendor states all features function as they should
• Boot is generous, nicely carpeted, and comes with a full-size spare wheel, original toolkit, and Jaguar first aid kit

The Mechanics

• 3,980cc inline-six
• 4-speed automatic transmission
• Engine offers 223bhp
• Less than 49,000 miles and well maintained
• Suspension bushes replaced last year
• Owner reports the car runs well with no leaks or smoke, smooth gear change, and fully operational kickdown