Vehicle Description
The Jaguar XJS-12
Why This Car Is Special
The Jaguar XJ is a series of full-size luxury car produced by
British automobile manufacturer Jaguar Cars and the 1980 XJS-12
that we have here at Skyway Classics was a flagship model for
Jaguar.
Mechanical
Our Jaguar has the unusual V12 engine based loosely on an earlier
design for an intended Le Mans car, the Jaguar XJ13. The V12 was
only Jaguar's second engine design to go into production in the
history of the company. The all-alloy block has a SOHC two-valve
alloy head with flat block mating surface and is regarded by some
as one of the premier powerplants of the 1970s and 1980s.
Horsepower is only 285 horse power but the engine emphasizes torque
rather than horsepower which is why it produces 399 pound-feet of
torque. These early models were the quickest XJS models ever made,
thanks to the shorter gearing in the transmission.
Interior
The beautiful and luxurious tan leather interior has a look that is
clean and contemporary and looks great. It is sleek, sporty, and
has acres of leather upholstery and appropriately comfortable. I
could go on-and 0n about how nice it looks, but you need to see it
in person.
Of course, it has all the options you expect in a Jaguar, air,
power steering, windows, brakes, stereo radio, and much, much
more.
Exterior
The XJS has a great green paint job on the entire body including
the insanely long hood, and it is one of the more aerodynamic cars
of its time, with a lower coefficient of drag than that of the
E-Type. The black bumpers, which were added to comply with new U.S.
regulations, are in great shape as well as all the trim and
badging.
Conclusion
The Jaguar XJS that we have here at Skyway Classics has an odd sort
of niche as a classic car but in reality it was built as a grand
tourer/executive coupe. The XJS-12 is a GT car that is for cruising
around in comfort and style. And believe me, when you take it to a
show and pop that hood, all eyes will be on that great 12 cylinder
engine.
So give us a call at 941-254-6608.
