2025-01-21 14:58:44 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1985-jaguar-xj-sc-v12-he-cabriolet-8EK5mn

Seller's description:

1985 Jaguar XJS

Colour Silver

Odometer 35,262 Miles

Engine size 5343cc

Seller Type Private

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

Only 35,262 miles from new

Over £25,000 spent on purchase and repairs since 2020 

V12 engine checked by Jaguar mechanic and said to run well 

Complete and rare project for completion 

The XJ-SC benefitted from the many improvements introduced to the early 80s XJS, including tweaked cosmetics, much-improved quality and the ‘High Efficiency’ HE V12 motor. 

The vendor bought this car in 2020 and reports that he has spent £25,000 across the purchase and improvement of the car. That resulted in an advisory-free MOT in February 2021. It has been unused since, but the engine has been checked by a Jaguar mechanic and reported to be in good order. 

The car will require some structural commissioning and general check-overs. For the right enthusiast, this looks like an interesting project with a very rewarding classic to enjoy at the end of it. 

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1st August 1985 

Seven registered keepers 

Current keeper since February 2020 

£25,000 reported spent by seller across purchase and subsequent maintenance 

Low documented mileage with 35,262 miles showing 

Last MOT expired 14th February 2022 with 35,262 miles and no advisories

Some old MOTs and history 

Employed a Jaguar specialist for mechanical appraisal before purchase

Factory handbooks 

The Condition

Silver metallic car in complete condition requiring restoration 

Some areas of corrosion to note to sills, wings and other areas as shown 

Paintwork looks presentable but vendor advises it would benefit from a repaint

Retains its black side stripes 

Vendor advises that the underside needs welding 

Black cabriolet roof layout with removable panels and folding rear screen

Roof appears to be in fair, operational condition as shown 

Black leather interior in good order, except driver's seat stitching needs attention

Seam on the driver's seat requires re-stitching

Wheels have ben refurbished since car purchased by seller 

Factory tool kit and spare wheel included as shown 

Cabin trim including carpets, veneers and switchgear well kept with light aging 

The Mechanics

5,343cc V12 HE specification 285hp engine 

3spd automatic gearbox 

Engine was running well when last tested by a time-served Jaguar mechanic

New brakes fitted since 2020 

Fuel system also overhauled in same timeframe 

Vendor describes the engine as ‘running perfectly’ 

The car is sold as a restoration project with some recommissioned to be expected 

2026-02-18 19:13:55 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 3/26

www.historics.co.uk/auction/lot/lot-1985-jaguar-xjsc-he/

Auction description:

7th Mar, 2026 Symphony of Spring; Ascot Racecourse

1985 Jaguar XJSC HE

Offered without reserve

Lot details

Year: 1985

Make: Jaguar

Model: XJSC HE

Registration: C817 XVR

Chassis No: SAJJNACW3CC124080

Engine No: 8S035899H8

Odometer: 35,363

Classic colour combination

Recent MoT test certificate

This Jaguar XJSC HE was first registered on 1st September 1985. The previous owner purchased the car in 2020 and in his ownership, he had work carried out on the brakes, suspension and had the petrol tank refurbished. Our vendor acquired the car last year with a view to having some minor body repairs carried out and to that end for a new MoT he had the nearside rear suspension mounting repaired and outer sill replaced. Finished in silver with the classic black leather interior and black detachable roof sections which are in very good condition and indicates the mileage of 35,400 miles could be correct. Our vendor is having to part with this ‘big cat’ due to poor health. Supplied with a V5 registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in November 2026 and a file containing service history and old MoT test certificates. Today, the Jaguar XJS HE is appreciated as a stylish, charismatic classic that showcases Jaguar’s commitment to innovation and luxury. Consigned by John Tomlin