Highlights
- Rare 1995-only Turquoise launch color
- Factory standard car with durable 322bhp AJ16 engine
- Maintained by Jaguar main dealers and specialists
- State inspection valid through July 2026
The Appeal
After practically inventing the super saloon with the 3.8L Mk2, Jaguar had flirted with the idea of rejuvenating it through the 80s. But it was only with the X300 XJR, developed with help from TWR, that the potential was finally fulfilled. Supercharging the durable AJ16 4L straight six delivered a power hike to 322bhp. All channelled through the rear wheels.
Like the Mk2, the X300 XJR is a proper gentleman’s express. The extensive wood and leather, and those classic XJ lines, may tempt the idea that it is more gentleman’s club than express, but once the throttle is depressed fully, there is no doubt. These rare cars are now well-regarded and increasingly collectible.
This 1995 car is finished in the eye-catching Turquoise launch color, which was only available for that year. It is factory standard, retaining the distinctive five-spoke wheels and in generally very presentable condition. The bodywork and interior show a few points, but this car presents as a tidy and very usable early example of Jaguar’s super saloon. The lengthy state inspection to July 2026 reinforces the point and contains no structural advisories.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 24th January 1995
- 13 registered keepers
- Current keeper since late 2025
- State inspection valid to 10th July 2026 with minor advisories to note
- 102,253 miles showing on state inspection and 102,829 miles in photos
- Mileage is not verified
- Service history in stamped service book summarised below
- Factory handbooks and wallet
- Letter from H R Owen to original keeper
- Jaguar magazine featuring XJR of same model and color on cover
- 2 keys and one fob
Service history (more details in photos):
- 07/06 - 75,924 miles - D&C Auto (Jaguar specialists)
- 06/05 - 73,167 miles - as above
- 07/04 - 62,543 miles - Chiltern of Broughton
- 05/03 - 60,848 miles - as above
- 10/02 - 60,553 miles - Chiltern Tuning
- 05/01 - 49,182 miles - Watford Jaguar
- 02/00 - 38,688 miles - Henlys
- 02/99 - 29,746 miles - as above
- 02/98 - 22,257 miles - Merritts Jaguar
- 01/97 - 13,774 miles - as above
- 01/96 - 6,860 miles - Henlys
The Condition
- Launch Turquoise metallic color only available for 1995 cars
- Paintwork presents well with some minor marks to note in photos
- These include scuffs to bumpers and scratch on door
- Bodywork is presentable with some localised points to note in photos
- These include bubbles on both rear arches and offside front wing
- Factory five-spoke wheels in good general condition with some kerbing to note
- Wheels originally factory supplied with diamond cut finish
- Supplied with factory steel space-saver wheel
- Fitted with matching Dunlop tires with advisory to note for tire on state inspection
- No structural advisories on state inspection
- Ivory leather interior in good condition with some minor ageing to note
- Leather seats in good order with usual light age to the driver’s seat
- Black carpets present well with Jaguar over mats fitted
- Grey carpet in boot area shows some staining
- Dark wood veneers are presentable with some light cracking up close
- Headlining appears clean with some sagging to note in photos
- Rear seat ventilation unit shows some minor damage to vanes
- Fitted with original radio showing some damage to digital readout
The Mechanics
- 3,980cc AJ16 straight six 322bhp engine
- 4spd automatic gearbox with ‘Randle Handle’ J-Gate functionality
- Advisory to note on state inspection
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