Jaguar XJ-S V12 Coupe, 1989
Jaguar XJ II (XJ40)
Jaguar XJ II (XJ40)•
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Chassis No.: SAJJNAEW3BA149497
Estimate: £5,000 - £7,000 GBP
- Odometer reading: 32,000
- MOT: N/A
- Low mileage XJS
- "Barn find" and dry stored for 20 years
- Overall solid
- Jersey car ready for UK registration
First introduced in 1975 and in production until 1996, the Jaguar XJS is a stunning GT car that was beautifully styled by Malcolm Sayer. Today the design is has stood well against the test of time, and it is renowned for with its long bonnet and flying buttresses. Powered by Jaguar's renowned V12 engine, the XJS performed well against its competitors and for 1981 the power was increased to 295bhp. Other stylistic improvements for 1981 included body coloured trim, new alloy wheels and an updated interior. This 1989 V12 example has recently been imported from Jersey and could be considered a barn find as it has been sat in a garage for the last 20 years.
This has resulted in a very low mileage of just 32,000 miles (which appears to be genuine). The body is also very solid for an XJS that hasn't been restored, and the floors are in very good condition. The car is also said to be starting, running and driving well. The red paintwork does not present well however and the car could benefit from a full respray. Overall, this is an excellent low mileage example that offers good potential.
Vendor Score Total: 73 /100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 15 /25
Body Work: 2
Paint: 2
Glass: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 4
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16 /20
Gearbox/Clutch: 5
Axles: 5
Suspension: 2
Brakes: 4
INTERIOR TOTAL: 14 /20
Seats: 3
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Trim: 3
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8 /10
Main components: 4
Ancillary components: 4
ENGINE TOTAL: 17 /20
Starting: 4
Running: 5
Under Bonnet: 4
Mechanical components: 4
Car History File: 3
