1993 Jaguar XJS 4.0 Convertible

Highlights

• Desirable chrome bumper facelift car with galvanised body
• Stylish ‘triple black’ colour scheme in good order
• Current keeper since 2018
• Recently recommissioned including engine, brakes and gearbox service
• Work also including overhauling fuel system including new fuel tank
• Distinctive private plate included
• Very original car right down to factory radio
• Current MOT to March 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

It’s a mark of just how good the XJS is that 16 years into its life it was deemed worthy of a serious rejuvenation to enable it to live even longer. These final ‘facelift’ cars are desirable because at their heart is the tough and reliable AJ6 4.0-litre straight six engine. The bodies were also galvanised for longevity, and the interiors received better quality fittings.

For various internal reasons, for two years the early facelift cars retained the stylish chrome bumpers of the previous generation. This mix of old and new is popular with enthusiasts and adds to the appeal of this very tidy 1993 convertible. It is a very rare ‘triple black’ car with matching paintwork, interior and roof.

XJS aficionados will note that it presents well in the photos in the usual check areas of arches, sills and floors. The current MOT bears this out, showing no advisories for structure or otherwise. Inside and out, it is in good order and pleasingly factory correct, including the lattice alloys, burr elm veneers and Jaguar sound system. In summer 2026 the car was recommissioned with work including new fuel tank, pump, filters and injectors, full service, gearbox fluid change, new tyres and brakes serviced. Buyers should note that the roof is not currently working.

Any XJS convertible offers a level of serenity, comfort and character that its German rivals struggle to match. This 4.0-litre facelift car adds to those qualities with its impressive specification and condition.

Key Information

• Mileage: 81,114 miles indicated
• Country of origin: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 13th March 2027 with no advisories
• Technical specs: 3,980cc AJ6 straight six, 4spd automatic
• Paperwork: as below, Berkshire Jag Components, SNG Barratt, PowerStop and Preston Jag Centre invoices
• Registration: private registration 'K100 SXJ' included in the sale
• Interested bidders please note the roof electric motor keep blowing a fuse but can be operated manually this will need attention

The original Jaguar book pack remains with the car and includes:

• Jaguar XJS handbook
• XJS supplementary literature
• Replacement/continuation service record
• Additional Jaguar literature
• Original document wallet
• The vehicle identification section of the service documentation is recorded to Jaguar Cars Ltd – Company Vehicles, Browns Lane, Coventry and dated January 1993

Service & Mileage History:
Stamped service book:

• 11/04 – 74,194 miles
• 07/03 – 62,124 miles
• 01/03 – 60,612 miles
• 01/02 – 59,083 miles
• 01/01 – 57,974 miles
• 01/00 – 56,175 miles
• 07/96 – 47,132 miles
• 01/96 – 38,820 miles
• 08/95 – 29,598 miles
• 04/95 – 22,619 miles
• 12/94 – 15,031 miles
• 06/94 – 7,841 miles
• 12/93 – 2,873 miles

MOT records:

• 03/26 – 80,970 miles
• 06/18 – 80,888 miles
• 05/07 – 80,111 miles
• 05/06 – 76,235 miles
• 01/05 – 76,175 miles
• 01/04 – 63,189 miles
• 01/03 – 60,612 miles
• 01/02 – 59,082 miles
• 01/01 – 57,973 miles
• 01/00 – 56,174 miles
• 01/99 – 54,234 miles
• 01/98 – 50,744 miles
• 01/97 – 48,418 miles
• 01/96 – 38,031 miles

Maintenance records:
Summer 2026 recommissioning:

• Replacement fuel tank
• Replacement fuel pump
• Replacement fuel filters
• New fuel injectors
• Full service
• Automatic gearbox oil change
• New tyres
• Brakes serviced

06/18 - Bowling-Ryan Ltd - recommissioning work after the car had become a non-runner:

• Replacement fuel pump
• Replacement fuel tank sender
• Fuel-level gauge repair
• Replacement leaking rear shock absorber
• New wiper blades
• Handbrake freed off
• MOT preparation
• Invoice total: £748.02

11/04 – 74,194 miles - Preston Jag Centre - servicing together with attention to:

• Central locking
• Handbrake mechanism
• Handbrake warning light
• Anti-roll-bar drop-link bushes
• Pulling under braking
• Air-conditioning treatment

09/04:

• Four 225/60 R15 Pirelli P600 tyres fitted
• Invoice total: £480.60

07/04 - Suspension & brakes:

• Two front shock absorbers
• Four rear shock absorbers
• Drop-link assemblies
• Anti-roll-bar mounting rubbers
• EBC Greenstuff brake pads
• Front wheel bearings
• Steering rack bushes
• Radius-arm bushes
• Exhaust mountings

06/04 – 68,299 miles - Preston Jag Centre:

• Replacement valve stem oil seals
• Tappets and valves checked
• Oil leak investigated
• Antifreeze leak investigated
• Engine oil and filter changed
• Fuel filter replaced
• Spark plugs checked
• Exhaust mounting work
• Window switch retainer
• Associated hoses, seals and gaskets
• Invoice total: £996.69

2003:

• Steering rack bushes
• Engine oil and filter
• Air filter
• Fuel filter
• Spark plugs
• Wiper blades
• Fuel-system treatment
• Brake inspection
• General servicing

The vendor says:
"First registered in January 1993, this Jaguar XJS 4.0 Convertible is finished in black with a Black leather interior and is powered by the 3,980cc straight-six engine with automatic transmission.
"The car currently shows 80,970 miles and is supplied with two keys, its original Jaguar book pack, stamped service record, a substantial collection of historic MOT certificates and a large file of invoices.
"The car has previously carried the registrations MRW 144 and MIA 870, with the chassis number remaining consistent throughout the historic paperwork.
The current mileage is therefore exceptionally well supported by the surviving documentation. The Jaguar has covered only 859 miles since May 2007, including just 82 miles between the 2018 and 2026 MOT tests."

The Detail

• Smart ‘triple black’ car in very good condition for age and mileage
• Black paintwork with twin red and silver coachlines in good order
• Few signs of age to bodywork including arches, sills and underside
• Black grille, gold bonnet badge and quad headlight conversion
• No structural advisories on MOT
• Black folding fabric roof in good condition with light creasing to note
• Roof is not currently working as described below
• Factory lattice alloys in very good condition with light kerbing to edges
• Matching Nankang tyres fitted
• Spare wheel included with tool roll
• Black leather interior in good order with light wear to driver’s bolster
• Carpets in good order with light staining to the overmat in the driver’s footwell
• Spare pair of Jaguar-branded over mats included
• Clean grey carpets in boot area
• Burr elm wood veneers in good overall condition to doors and dashboard
• Some cracking to note to veneer on centre console ‘ski slope’
• Facelift interior switchgear in good condition
• Electric front seats and Jaguar radio/cassette fitted
• Supplied with wind deflector as shown
• No advisories on MOT

The vendor says:
"The car is finished in black with black leather and retains its period alloy wheels. It presents as an older, usable example rather than a restored or concours car, with age-related cosmetic marks and imperfections. The black leather interior also shows normal age-related wear and patination, while retaining its original wood trim and period appearance."
"The electric convertible roof is currently inoperative and requires attention. The rear quarter windows lower when the roof sequence is operated, but the main fuse blows when the hydraulic roof pump motor engages. The fault is therefore believed to be within the hydraulic pump/motor assembly or associated mechanism and will require further investigation."

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