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1986 Jaguar Xjs Base Coupe 2-door 5.3l on 2040-cars

Year:1986 Mileage:120000 Color: Anthracite Blue /
 Camel
Location:

Cocoa Beach, Florida, United States

Cocoa Beach, Florida, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:V12 5.3L FI SOHC
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: sajnv5846gc131147 Year: 1986
Number of Cylinders: 12
Model: XJS
Trim: 2 Door Coupe
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Electric exterior door lock, Telescoping Wheel, Fog Lights, Leather Seats, CD Player
Mileage: 120,000
Power Options: Power Rack & Pinion Steering, Power 4 Wheel Disc Brakes, Power Antenna, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Exterior Color: Anthracite Blue
Interior Color: Camel
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

This is an excellent example of the Marque.  By 1986, a lot of the "twitchiness" associated with the XJS had been sorted out. The day I acquired her I immediately drove 250 miles at 75 MPH plus without a hitch. She has had better than average care from previous owners and I have taken care of the glitches she was developing do to age and use. Both her standard and european auto mechanics have given an "excellent" rating and there are no immediate needs including drive train and inboard rear brakes (a true pain in the differential). You may speak with them if you chose.


Her color is very rare in the market place and immediately sets her aside. She had a very good repaint at some point, but there are some blemishes. They added a full body stripe and body moldings which are not original, but do not detract from her appearance. The interior is original and was redyed; very well done. Carpets are worn, but in much better condition than you would except for her age. The wood trim is excellent save around the push buttons, there is some delamination there, but again, not needing immediate attention. All major systems function including the climate control and it will actually cycle thru cool to heat automatically. The only items which do not work are the passenger side mirror power button, the antenna, cruise and the fog lights. I am not repairing these as I do not use them. I had the cruise checked and the switch, vacuum solenoid and bellows are all functional. She has always started and run and I do not hesitate to take her out at will. Still has the tools and a starfish wheel spare.

She runs as a V12 should, effortlessly, quiet and when required, fast. I have easily taken her into triple digits with speed and torque to spare. Her ride is smooth, but with a firmness that is transferred through her suspension and steering, allowing you to relate to the road. Vintage XJS's are love affairs, a true passion which allows forgiveness of the oddities of English engineering. We are set apart from other classic car owners, driving a machine which truly evolved from the Gran Prix race circuit. It is a machine specifically designed to tame any road you may chose to challenge.  A car so dynamic in performance and unique in its stance that even today, she will turn heads simply sitting at the curb. I must profess, V12's are not for everybody. To have one is not ownership, it is a relationship, enter into it wisely. 

Please be aware that the deposit is NONREFUNDABLE and must be submitted within 24 hours using Paypal. Final payment must be received within 72 hours after receipt of deposit by cash or cashier's check unless other arrangements are made. Car must be picked up also within the 72 hour period unless otherwise agreed upon. I will assist in loading, but will not make any arrangements for transport. I will be pleased to answer any questions you any have. Car is advertised locally and therefore may be removed from auction.

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