Highlights
- Very pretty late model Series 3 in Steel Blue metallic
- Over €27,300 in recent restoration work since March 2022
- This included full service, brake work, fuel system repairs and new steering rack
- Professional BEAD expert valuation of €31,500 (January 2023)
- Factory standard and unmodified cherished car
The Appeal
There’s a good reason why Pininfarina’s clever makeover of the 1968 Jaguar XJ extended the car’s life for so many years. As this car proves, it just looks so good. Better build quality, fuel injected engines and the sort of luxury spec and cossetting ride only a good Jaguar can provide make these cars excellent classic tourers.
Despite all that, cherished examples in good order are getting hard to find. This car is exactly that. Attractively finished in Steel Blue metallic with a cream leather and walnut cabin, it is a factory-standard car that benefits from over €27,300 in restoration work since March 2022. The work by specialist Retro Cars in Suarlée included new radiator, fan and a/c compressor. The leather was treated and the burr walnut console replaced. There was also a full service, new steering rack, replacement calipers all round and brake hose. Other work included attention to the geometry, replacing the thermostat and both fuel tanks and pipes.
An independent valuation from 2023 attests to the car’s condition and can be inspected in the photos. There are a few very minor cosmetic points to note, but nothing that could not be either lived with or easily remedied. This is in an impressive example where the buyer gets to benefit from all that recent investment.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 13th February 13 1986
- Current keeper since April 2022
- Registered as an Oldtimer since January 2025
- BEAD expert valuation report available with details in photos
- Comprehensive repair file available documenting work
- Over €27,300 in invoices documenting all work carried out since March 2022
- Currently registered in Belgium
- Odometer showing approximately 94,000 kilometres (58,410 miles)
- Mileage is not verified
The Condition
- Attractive Steel Blue metallic paintwork with original bodywork
- Some light marks to note to paintwork such as front and rear passenger side arches
- Factory standard car with leaper added to bonnet
- Chromework in good order as shown
- Independent report can be inspected in photos
- Factory ‘pepperpot’ alloys in fair condition with matching spare
- Vredestein Sport Classic tyres (225/70 VR15)
- Beige leather interior recently received professional leather treatment
- Burr walnut dashboard and console in fine fettle with latter recently refurbished
- Factory specification summarised below
- Interior in good order with some light age to note typical of age but not unsightly
- The vendor states that the air conditioning system is in perfect working order
- The vendor states that the cruise control is in perfect working order
- Circuit breaker installed on negative battery terminal
- Fitted with modern stereo in place of factory original
Specification advised by seller:
- Tinted windows throughout
- White front foglights
- Electric windows on all four doors
- Two electric chrome door mirrors
- Front and rear black 3-point seat belts
- Front and rear seat head restraints
- Central armrests front and rear
- Padded rear boot
The Mechanics
- 4,235cc engine (151 kW) straight six XK engine
- 3-speed automatic transmission
- Extensive mechanical restoration work carried out at Retro Cars in Suarlée as below
Work since 2022 at Retro Cars costing over €27,300:
- Replacement of water radiator and fan
- New air conditioning compressor and condenser
- New steering rack
- Replacement of brake calipers (front and rear) and brake hoses
- Wheel geometry adjustment
- New thermostat
- Replacement ground cable
- New heater valve
- Replacement of both fuel tanks and pipes
- Full service completed
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. It is the bidders responsibility to confirm import eligibility prior to purchase.
