Vehicle Description
This an absolutely gorgeous V-12L Jaguar sedan out-fitted in Old
English white with light tan leather interior and coordinating
floor rugs. The car is finished with a black fine-line on the body
waist-line. The overall combination presents very elegantly indeed.
The 5.3 litre V12 configuration represented only some 15% of total
production numbers for the XJ series II sedan from 1973 to 1979.
The engine is a 326 cubic inch engine delivering 244 horse power.
When the V12 option was first released in the Series I sedan in
1972 it held the title as the"fastest full four-seater available in
the world" at that time. The "L" stands for Long wheel-base which
is 4" longer than the shorter sedans offered previously. This
provides considerably extra leg-room to the rear passenger
compartment. This particular XJ12L was California delivered new in
late 1976 and has been treated caringly and respectfully ever
since. It was later sold in July 2000 to a small-time gentleman
collector in Wisconsin who drove it sparingly - only to shows and
special events. Everything was maintained on the car as you would
expect by a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Jaguar owner. The body
on this car is very straight and the paint appears to be mostly
original. With white, and when it's a high-end repaint, it can be
difficult to ascertain if a car has been repainted so we can't be
completely sure. But then, if we are not sure, then it tells you
how good it is. There are only the most insignificant little marks
here and there from minor use and presents absolutely stunningly.
The paint is consistent and lustrous without any cracks, crazing,
dings, dents or fading. There is no rust and the underside is very
clean and dry. The interior of the car is in stunning condition
with excellent Connolly hide leather upholstery finished in the
light tan. The driver seat could possibly do with the cushion
pleats being "re-stuffed" but is otherwise excellent. All the wood
on the dash is in excellent condition, without any lifting or
fractures in the lacquer and the burl walnut wood presents rich in
grain - compared to the average example I would rate it a 9 out of
10. The deep grain and glossy finish of the rich grained wood in
this example contrasts beautifully with the tan hides - making the
interior of this car very rich and inviting. The headliner was
recently redone so there is no sagging or marks. It presents in
original appearance and the carpet is excellent. All interior
chrome finishes are almost perfect. Overall it is very original and
presents nicely. All interior features and functions are fully
operational including electrics - windows, gauges, lights etc. The
A/C blows icy cold. Everything is also clean and crisp - knobs,
switches, instruments. The exterior chrome, stainless steel and
brightwork finishes are all good without any pitting. Mechanically,
the car is in superior condition and the original presentation
under the bonnet clearly shows that. The car has clearly been well
maintained thru quality and caring ownership. Exhaust is good with
the correct factory stainless exhaust tips fitted. The car is
fitted with a set of period correct looking Michelin X, thin
whitewall tyresin the correct 205/70-15 size. These period correct
Michelins, of course, have not been produced for many years and
although with plenty of tread, it would not be advisable to go long
distance touring with them. For potting around and going to shows,
they are absolutely fine. This is a Jaguar that appears to have had
all its usual nuances and typical issues of its age attended to and
so is ready to go. The 41,000 miles is not verifiable but the car
certainly presents as a low mileage example. This is a 9 out of 10
driver example that needs nothing else doing. It makes for a
gorgeous "weekender" that you could take to your next Jaguar meet
with pride and joy. Please take the time to look at the photo link
below to many additional photos where I have endeav