2025-02-04 20:41:34 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 8/24

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Collectors' Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia August

Sunday 11 August, 2024

Lot closed - unsold Estimate: $20,000 - $25,000

1986 Jaguar XJ-SC 

Engine: 8544485HA 

Chassis: SAFFAACW3CC134135 

Specified to a higher tune than their fixed-head counterparts, the XJ-SC’s bodyshell was actually converted by the Park Sheet Metal Company in Coventry, then taken to Browns Lane for painting and, once the mechanicals and interior trim were installed, sent to Aston Martin’s Tickford Body Works for the roof and hood to be fitted. 

Today the uncommon XJ-SC represents excellent value for money with most pundits agreeing prices can only increase — yet another reason to own such a cult classic. 

This example when new was fitted with a TWR body-kit, including wheels and rear spoiler. The XJ-SC offered here was first sold by Jaguar dealer, Archibald & Shorter, Auckland. It was first registered on 19 October 1986. Finished in a Cranberry hue the car has been in the care of the same family for the past 25 years, and is fitted with the preferred automatic transmission. This particular Jaguar sports a graceful patina with a corresponding history, including receipts for work incurred — notably a re-built steering box and air-conditioning unit. 

This example is a well-presented iteration, though presently the cruise control is out of action and headlamp washers immobile. Despite the foregoing and a mileage of 187,000kms the car wears its years well with that persona of space, grace and pace that only a Jaguar can deliver.