Vehicle Description
With its understated British good looks combining with plenty of
dependable power via an upgraded American drivetrain that's been
seamlessly incorporated into the mix, this 2002 Jaguar XJ Restomod
LS1 presents an intriguing opportunity. When it comes to major
modifications like this car has received, skilled workmanship can
make all the difference and this import has that thoroughly
covered, resulting in a ride that retains every bit of its original
stylishness while benefiting from a level of worry-free performance
that would have been unattainable in its original
configuration.
This '02 still features the same silver shade it arrived on
American shores with and it's still looking very sharp - there's no
doubt that there's been plenty of consistent sheltering included in
this British import's upkeep. The well aligned exterior signals
that it's also had the good fortune to have steered clear of any
notable collisions during its lifetime and a clean AutoCheck report
is on board for confirmation. Save for a lowered ride to confer a
subtle aftermarket panache while improving the center of gravity,
it remains in factory configuration and its set of contrasting 18"
gloss black factory wheels really add some classy punctuation to
the exterior, without disrupting its thoroughly well-put together
appearance that provides no clue as to the substantial power that's
been added beneath the hood. The factory sunroof opens and shuts
without issue and, upon closer inspection you can see more signs of
the attentive care this Jaguar has received - its headlights are
crystal clear and every rubber seal is nice and fresh.
The tan leather interior has been freshened up with a new cover for
the driver side bucket that blends in nicely with the rest of the
seating, none of which shows anything more than very light use.
Jaguars have always been known for equipping their interiors with a
stylish array of burlwood accents and this interior represents the
feature to good advantage - its woodgrain panels topping the doors,
surrounding the steering wheel and ornamenting the dash are all in
great condition. With an able Sony aftermarket head unit teaming
with door-mounted Alpine speakers, this XJ offers a quality audio
experience that can make driving in even the most mundane stop and
go conditions more palatable and its factory air conditioning
system is blowing cold and strong to keep you and your passengers
comfortable while on the road. The trunk area is surprisingly
spacious and well-detailed.
Beneath the hood, a fuel injected 5.7 liter LS1 sits in place of
the original engine, offering far more power and vastly increased
dependability. It looks right at home in the compartment - all the
right steps were taken to make this motor swap absolutely seamless,
so there are no errant wires or any other signs of mechanical
discord anywhere to be found. Such a procedure often wreaks havoc
with the instrumentation but in this case the gauges inside have
been properly calibrated to reflect accurate readings. Save for a
custom-fitted cold air intake, the powerplant has been kept in
stock form and exhales into a pair of OEM-style mufflers that have
been left intact for a nice, quiet driving experience - the LS1
left the factory with plenty of power as it was - and combines with
a smooth-shifting 4-speed automatic 4L60E transmission. The factory
independent rear suspension adds to the Jaguar's smooth, refined
ride, while power disc brakes at all four corners provide plenty of
low-effort stopping ability.
Its seldom seen combination of overseas aesthetics and American
muscle makes this 2002 Jaguar XJ Restomod LS1 a rare find. Call
today!
