1989 Jaguar XJ-S 5.3 V12 HE Convertible

Highlights

• 61,630 miles, supported by service records
• In current ownership since 2023 and stored in a dry garage throughout
• New stainless steel exhaust system fitted front to back on both sides in 2024
• Further recent mechanical work, including new brake callipers and lower steering shaft
• MOT valid until 8th July 2027
• Fabulous period colour scheme

The Appeal

The Jaguar XJ-S is one of the great British grand tourers. The initial design was penned by the great aerodynamicist Malcolm Sayer, although he sadly died before he could see it make production. Unlike its E-Type predecessor, which began life as a sports car, the XJ-S was developed with grand touring in mind from the outset. Its shape was super-slippery, and its V12 engine was a paragon of smoothness: an iron fist in a silk glove.
The convertible variant remains sought after among enthusiasts, offering a refined cruising experience that few cars of any era can match.

This 1989 example has been in its current keeper's hands since mid-2023 and has benefited from significant mechanical investment during that time. The vendor reports that it drives solidly and comfortably. The car recently passed its MOT and so is ready to meet its next custodian, just in time to enjoy the remainder of the summer.

Key Information

• Mileage: 61,630 miles (indicated, consistent with service records)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until July 2027
• Technical specs: 5,300 cc V12, three-speed automatic
• Paperwork: good service record for a car of this age, stamped book for early maintenance and several invoices for work completed during more recent years
• New wiper motor switch being installed on the 26th October

Service history:

• 28/06/25 – Mileage Unlisted – XJ Services
• 09/07/24 – 61,170 miles – Scott's Garage Limited
• 17/07/18 – 58,840 miles – Robinson Motors M.B. Ltd
• 23/08/13 – 56,837 miles – Servicing Stop
• 03/13 – 56,333 miles – Vintage Restorations
• 03/09/12 – 55,569 miles – Vintage Restorations
• 31/03/12 – 55,000 miles – Vintage Restorations
• 31/03/11 – Mileage Unlisted – North Wales Jag Centre Ltd
• 25/05/10 – Mileage Unlisted – Royal Garage / North Wales Jag Centre Ltd
• 04/04/07 – 51,466 miles – Canons Park Motors Limited T/A Steiner Automotive
• 17/03/04 – 46,933 miles – Steiner Automotive
• 05/04/02 – 45,499 miles – Steiner Automotive
• 11/04/01 – 42,592 miles – Steiner Automotive
• 28/03/00 – 40,767 miles – Steiner Automotive
• 01/04/99 – 38,274 miles – Hadley Green Garage
• 03/04/98 – 36,228 miles – Hadley Green Garage
• 18/03/97 – 32,787 miles – Hadley Green Garage Ltd
• 03/04/96 – 29,392 miles – Hadley Green Garage
• 06/04/95 – 26,196 miles – Hadley Green Garage
• 13/05/94 – Mileage Unlisted – Hadley Green Garage
• 05/04/93 – 18,045 miles – Hadley Green Garage Ltd
• 09/04/92 – 13,759 miles – Hadley Green Garage Ltd
• 23/10/91 – 11,922 miles – Hadley Green Garage
• 23/04/91 – 9,613 miles – Hadley Green Garage Ltd
• 30/10/90 – 8,430 miles – Hadley Green Garage Ltd
• 07/11/89 – 4,252 miles – Hadley Green Garage Ltd
• 25/04/89 – 1,017 miles – Hadley Green Garage Ltd

The Detail

• Stored in a dry garage throughout current ownership
• New stainless steel exhaust system fitted on both sides, front to back, in 2024
• New brake callipers fitted in 2024
• New lower steering shaft fitted in 2025
• New battery fitted in May 2026
• Instrument pack connectors cleaned in 2025
• Serviced in 2024 and 2025; next annual service due imminently
• Smart bodywork in a fetching dark green
• Small tear of approximately 5 cm in the soft top on the rear nearside
• The vendor states the vehicle underside looks in very good condition; it has been photographed for your inspection
• Interior reported to be in good condition, with leather slightly worn in places
• Carpets reported to be in fair condition
• Headliner reported to be in reasonably good condition
• The vendor reports the XJ-S drives solidly and comfortably

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