1994 Jaguar XJS Celebration Convertible

Highlights

• XJS convertible in Celebration specification
• 4.0-litre ‘AJ16’ straight-six engine, automatic transmission
• Rare black exterior, light grey leather interior
• Extensive service history
• MOT valid until 7 August 2027

The Appeal

In 1991, sixteen years after its introduction, the Jaguar XJS received its most significant update. Black tinted rear strip lights and body-coloured, reprofiled bumpers were the biggest exterior changes, while inside saw a more traditional instrument binnacle. The convertible models now featured 2+2 seating, and an all-new, 4.0-litre six-cylinder engine became available. Two years later, outboard rear disc brakes replaced the original inboard brakes, while in 1994 the straight-six engine became the AJ16, with coil-on-plug ignition.
The final XJS model was the Celebration, made to celebrate the 60th year of Jaguar Cars, and equipped with diamond-turned wheels, Jaguar-embossed seats and a wooden steering wheel. This 1994 Celebration convertible is finished in black, with a light grey leather interior. The exterior presents extremely well, with only a light scratch on the right front wing reported by the seller. The leather is very presentable, with only some light creases, commensurate with age, and one small tear to a rear headrest reported.
The underside is described as solid and clean. In August 2025, more than £2,000 was spent on the car to repair and correct faults. The seller acquired the car in September 2025, and has stored it outside under a cover since then. The previous owner had the car for 12 years, during which time it was kept in a carport.
The seller says, “This car is super smooth, comfortable and a reliable cruiser – simply a lovely thing to waft around in. I’ve never owned a car that gets so much attention and admiration”. With its straight-six engine, unusual black exterior and history of being well-cared for, this convertible XJS will be a pleasure to drive and to own.

Key Information

• Mileage: 107,820 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 7 August 2027
• Technical specs: 3,980cc 237hp in-line 6-cylinder petrol, 4-speed automatic
• Paperwork: V5C, large number of previous invoices and previous MOT certificates

The Detail

• Rare black exterior
• 16-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli Cinturato tyres
• Light grey leather interior
• Kenwood radio/CD player
• Seller notes some very light bubbling to upper right boot lid and light surface rust to the lower arch inner lips
• Warning lights upgraded to LED – now visible in daylight
• Driver’s side hood release handle replaced
• Seller reports some light creases to leather upholstery, and one small tear to rear-left corner of rear seat headrest (only visible when looking through the rear window or with the roof down)
• MOT valid until 7 August 2027

Most recent work:
08/26 – £2,135.00 – Sovereign Motors Ltd (Invoice #100256)

• MOT, new rear brake discs and parking brake shoes, replacement of ignition switch, driver’s seat module, driver’s door actuator and park brake switch, welding-in of new seat belt floor plate

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