Hot Rod, Chevy V8-powered Jaguar Xjs Coupe on 2040-cars
Oxford, Michigan, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:Chevy 305 TPI/ V8
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Jaguar
Model: XJS
Trim: leather/wood
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: 700R4 Automatic
Power Options: Power Windows
Mileage: 110,000
Exterior Color: Cream
Interior Color: Tan
Number of Doors: 2
This is an inexpensive way to have a fun car. I bought it in 2010 for just that reason.
The exterior looks decent, not perfect (shiney on the sides, a little dull on the top surfaces), but very little rust. The car originally came from Palm Springs, CA. and has only been driven in the summer and stored in the winter since living in Michigan.
The leather interior is in good condition. The front seats are clean and free of tears, the rear is coming unstiched, but the leather is in good condition. The side trim looks good. The dash pad is cracked in two places but still looks ok. The wood trim on the dash is covered with a carbon fiber-look overlay. The carpet is out of the car so you can see the floor but is still in good condition. the headliner is in good condition as is the glass in the car.
The wheels are Weld Stars, from the 1990's, very unique. Good rubber. The original brakes stop the car fine. The original suspension is in good working order.
The Chevy 305 with tuned port injection came from a 1985 Camaro IROC and was installed using a kit from John's Cars, Dallas, TX. I have no idea how many miles it has on it. It puffs a little oil on start up so it probablly needs valve stem seals but still runs strong and sounds good. The GM 700R4 trans shifts smooth through the original Jag shifter and makes this car an economical highway cruiser.
The exhaust flows through stock mufflers minus the rear resonators which have been replaced with some 3" stainless tips. Much better than the 1 3/4" stock exhaust, really sounds sweet.
The radiator is cooled by electric fan which is currently hard-wired "on". Just needs a new thermal switch.
The car has A/C but needs a new compressor, clutch, and receiver drier to operate again.
If you are looking for something you can drive right now as you fix the little stuff, this is an awesome deal for the money.
This is a used car with no warranties or guarantees implied. You should come look before you bid to be sure the car is what you expect. I wouldn't hesitate to drive the car anywhere.
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