Vehicle Description
1994 Jaguar XJS Convertible
Jaguar is responsible for some of the most memorable cars ever
produced. It's no coincidence that the brand's designs tend to age
gracefully. And it's no coincidence that well-preserved Jaguars
always find a dedicated group of fans that are ready and willing to
pay top dollar for their favorite vintage. There has been a recent
uptick in European cars and if this trend has piqued your interest,
this Jaguar is worth a look.
This thin line design cat has a wide stance, quick reflexes, good
looks, and is well muscled. Purchased as a gift for our consignor's
aunt and used to run to Atlantic City for some time with the one
armed bandit, the car was always valet parked and never was kept
far from the front as it was in a holding spot. The top was always
kept up due to the wind messing up the fair lady's hair, you can
rest assured this car was well looked after and doted over, much as
one would care for their favorite child or pet. A no rust example
with a fine working convertible top, striking black paint, and
woven magnesium snowflake styled wheels. It will just growl at
you.
Exterior
Bathed in menacing black, this car's exterior paint is well aged,
showing slight dulling areas and small scratches. There is no rust
present though and gaps are all good, but we do note a crack in the
lower front air dam, most likely from an encounter with a curb
stop. This car is utilizing chromed bumpers which are wrapped by
black rubber, and above the front and back are European style head
and tail lights. A black canvas convertible top, which operates
flawlessly, tops off this sleek machine. Sitting on all 4 corners
we note snowflake style mag wheels wrapped in 225/60R15 rubber from
the 12th week of 2020.
Interior
A swing of the doors reveals a bit of a rarity with black colored
leather on the door panels. There is a veneer strip near the sill
of each door that has aged gracefully, but is still presenting
nicely. Other areas of the dash that have veneer are intact and
nicely preserved and mix well with the black colored leather. The 2
bucket seats are in glorious shape with no tears or fading, just
the expected wear that fine leather brings with age. Dark gray
carpet covers the floors and is showing almost no staining thanks
in part to years of careful use and a pair of color keyed floor
mats. The dash looks clean, and toggles were working for all
functions. The trunk is nicely preserved with a grayterrycloth
covering everything, even the tools are wrapped in it.
Drivetrain
Under the hood is the original unrestored inline 6-cylinder 4.0
liter DOHC engine. Electronic fuel injection feeds this mill, and a
ZF4HP22 4-speed automatic transmission is on back to drive the 3.54
geared rear axle.
Undercarriage
Some surface rust is noted but mostly unremarkable. The floor pans
and unibody are solid and have what could be a coating of factory
rustproofing. Independent suspension is all around as are power
disc brakes. The exhaust system is showing some early signs of
rusting beginning.
Drive-Ability
This car started right up and ran smoothly. It handled all of our
nuances on the test track and had a nice cruise. Steering is sharp,
and acceleration is fine. All was working well but the AC was
blowing warm, the speedometer stayed buried past the 150mph mark,
and the radio is locked and in need of its code.
Nothing says power, prestige and prominence quite like a Jaguar,
especially a convertible, and this one hits all 3 marks. Well cared
for, a classy looker some 29 years later, and has very nice
lines...catlike reflexes with the handling and all I can say now is
meeYOW!
SAJNX2743RC190511
SAJ-Jaguar
N-XJS
X-USA Spec, Driver Airbag
2-2 Door Convertible
7-4.0L I6
4-Automatic, Left Hand Drive
3-Check Digit
R-1994
C-Browns Lane, England Assy Plant
190511-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.