2022-11-22 10:57:08 | pauls writes:

Car at auction 11/22

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1994-jaguar-xj-s-coupe-ndvXO8_aaid=a5ce63ed-6419-48b8-adb6-8692f74daf04&bsft_eid=e63dbf22-cfe5-49ad-a64 ...

Auction description:

1994 Jaguar XJS

Colour Westminster Blue

Odometer 131,748 Miles

Engine size 3980

Seller Type Private

Location London

Country United Kingdom

Formerly owned by John Prescott 

4.0 AJ16 straight six engine 

Kingfisher Blue 

Biscuit leather interior

Registered in 1994

Correct V5C

Service history

Genuine 131748 miles 

Part service history

Last MOT lists various defects 

The interior

Biscuit leather interior trim

Walnut dashboard

CD player and radio

Electric seats and windows

Electric windows and mirrors

Height adjustable seats

The interior of this car is in moderate condition. The door cards, headlining and carpets with exception of the floor matts are looking well for their age. Unfortunately the front seats and arm rest have seen a fair amount of usage with notable damage to the drivers side bolster and front cushion. The trim and dashboard are both looking well. 

It is reported that the Climate control and AC does not work but as far as we are aware everything else is functioning correctly. 

The exterior

Kingfisher Blue

Model badges present 

Brightwork and trim is in presentable condition

Iconic pinstriping

Paint and bodywork victim to parking damage

Glass and seals are good

The Kingfisher Blue that this XJS is finished in is nothing short of breathtaking. Under different light conditions you get a mix of Green and Blue hues which look fantastic against the brightwork that is placed around the car. 

Unfortunately there are signs of age which is notable around the vehicle. There is damage to the rear bumper, the nearside rear quarter, nearside front wing and nearside mirror, as well as the offside front headlight and bumper. The alloy wheels would also benefit from a refurbishment. 

Overall, though, with a bit of tidying, this could be very presentable.

The mechanics

Highly regarded 4.0 AJ16 straight-six engine

Automatic transmission 

Suspension needs an overhaul

Runs and idles well 

Mechanically speaking, although the car reportedly runs and idles well, the car does need some work to ensure that it is working as it should do. 

We are informed by the vendor that the car is in-need of a new heater matrix, climate control/AC unit, and a new radiator. The brakes and handbrake also require attention. A comprehensive list of defects can be found listed on the cars last MOT.