Vehicle Description
Every time we see one of these gorgeous Jaguars, we wonder why they
don't cost thousands more than they do. Even a late XJS with a V12
like this 1991 model with just 18,410 actual miles is cheaper than
a 3-year-old Honda and with proper maintenance, they're far from
the reliability nightmares that their ancestors were. So here's a
great opportunity to own a low-mileage A-list grand tourer
convertible for pennies on the dollar. Don't worry, we won't tell
anyone how affordable it really is!
Dark colors always worked best on the XJS, and on this slinky
convertible, basic black is an awesome choice. Jaguar paint was
always some of the best in the industry, and even after almost 30
years this droptop shows beautifully. It shows a few minor signs of
use, but nothing that detracts from the dramatic styling and big
eyeball appeal that this car generates. A single gold pinstripe
from nose to tail highlights just how cleanly styled the XJS really
was, but traditional British styling cues abound, from the
chrome-rimmed bumpers to the oversized mirrors to the carefully
sculpted hood that was meant to recall the E-Type's hood dome. The
dual headlights make this Americanized version look even more
elegant in our opinion and the smoked taillights were a late
addition that works rather well here. And all of it still looks
like money on wheels, giving you A-list hardware at a very
attractive price.
And if you want impressive tailoring, just wait until you see
inside! Beautifully upholstered tan leather buckets are matched by
deep wool carpets and real burled walnut trim to make one of the
most attractive interiors of the decade. The British have always
been superb at combining materials in the most elegant way
possible, and this car even smells expensive when you first climb
in. Big, easy-to-read gauges are fitted in the dash and the airbag
steering wheel eliminates the pesky passive restraints that plagued
earlier cars. There's an AM/FM/cassette stereo in the dash that
sounds decent in the hushed interior and almost everything was
standard equipment in the XJS, including A/C, power windows and
locks, cruise control, and a tilt wheel, and even airbags that are
designed slender and sleek, not clumsy-looking. Aside from some
comfort marks on the seats and some light fading, this interior is
shockingly well-preserved for being 30 years old. Even the trunk is
nicely tailored and surprisingly large and it includes a full-sized
spare with its own fitted cover.
The 5.3 liter V12 engine provides the kind of effortless
performance that you'd expect from Coventry's biggest cat. It's
smooth and torquey, perfect for American roads, but highly refined
with the most delicious exhaust note this side of a Ferrari
Daytona. And while it's true that a neglected XJS can be insanely
expensive to put right, a well-maintained low-mileage car like this
is a joy to own and remarkably easy on the wallet. It's incredibly
authentic under the hood, showing a level of originality that only
low-mile cars can, and yes, it looks intimidating, but it just
plane works like it should. The transmission is a GM-sourced TH400
3-speed automatic (yes, really), so no worries about expensive
service work there, and the suspension is as smooth and competent
as ever. Factory spoke wheels remain in very good condition and
carry 235/60/15 Pirelli radials all around.
With maintenance records, owner's manuals, and an original window
sticker included, this is a Jaguar you can buy with confidence, and
frankly, at this price, you'd be crazy not to. It's definitely an
A-list celebrity ride. Call today!
