1989 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible £110,000 spent!
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- Опубліковано 25 лип 2024
- This is a fantastic Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible in a truly beautiful colour combination. Whilst presented in excellent condition, it has proven a brilliant overseas touring classic, and whilst we normally collect our vehicles in enclosed transporters, proving the point of reliability and usability further, we drove this car faultlessly 300 miles from Peacehaven, Sussex to Yorkshire. This XJS has had a staggering £110,000 spent on restoration work since 2014, over £90,000 of this in 2014 when internationally renowned engineering firm KWE Cars, specialists in restoration and upgrades of classic Jaguar and Aston Martins carried out a major rebuild with the brief create a brand new, better XJS able to undertake long continental journeys with total reliability and comfort for many years in the future. Then in 2021 when purchased by Actor and Comedian Steve Coogan, over £20,000 was spent with KWE Cars and XJS specialists Clarke’s Restoration before selling the car to one of his close friends, a friend and regular customers of ours based in the South East.
The restoration in 2014 is well documented in the history and includes a photo record. The rebuild project began in early 2014, and in the October the XJS left the KWE workshops and was immediately put to the test. The Jaguar was driven over to the island of Malta in the Mediterranean faultlessly and the car then used for long distance European tours before returning to the UK and being sold to Steve Coogan in 2021. During the restoration process the XJS was upgraded with Harvey Bailey front and rear chassis stiffeners to reduce scuttle shake, improved engine cooling and component heat management, a stainless steel exhaust system further wrapped in woven Kevlar to prevent heat ingress into the cabin, various sections of wiring wrapped in heat resistant silicone tubing, LED headlights, new reliable electrical systems, improved sound deadening and a full KWE engine rebuild. The XJS was also stripped down and re-painted, a new mohair hood fitted and a bespoke hand stitched leather interior made for the car. The results met expectations, and was quoted to drive as a factory fresh XJS built to a standard superior Jaguar originally achieved. The XJS covered 5000 miles on the Continent before returning to the UK and has now still covered less than 8000 miles completion.
During 2021 when owned by Steve Coogan, the XJS had a further £13700 spent with KWE and this included re-commissioning the air-conditioning and heating system, new ARB bushes, re-conditioning the steering rack, further upgrading lighting to Halogens, re-conditioning of the differential and replacing all the springs and dampers with KWE spec upgraded parts. The Jaguar was also cavity waxoyl injected. In 2022 almost £10,000 was spent with specialists Clarke's Restorations, the gearbox began slipping (not renewed at restoration point in 2014) so a re-conditioned gearbox and torque converter were fitted at a cost of over £4000 alone. The hood was again replaced, a rebuilt alternator fitted and various other work carried out. Since being with its last owner the XJS has been used on fine weather days down the South Coast and has not required any work over and above maintenance.
The XJS was manufactured on the 20th June 1989 finished in Jet Black and supplied new by Guy Salmon Jaguar, Thames Ditton. The car comes with its original manual and service book that contains an impressive main Jaguar dealer and Jaguar specialists service history. By 2014 when ready for its restoration, the XJS had covered 133,000 miles and has now covered 141,000. Of course with over £110,000 of expenditure, this is a rebuilt, restored car with mileage since rebuild in 2014 more relevant. However, although the car has an unbelievably impressive rebuild file, the detailed file of early invoices and stamped service history show this was a very well maintained car throughout the majority of its life. Ten years on since restoration the XJS is exceptional to drive, with its rebuilt engine, gearbox and upgrades it is very special on the road. The car still presents well, the Jet Black paintwork ten years on since re-paint has a nice finish, the bodywork is lovely and straight and the interior is truly outstanding. We have never seen an XJS that has had this level of expenditure, and without doubt this offers its next owner a fantastic opportunity. For sale at £24,995 - a fraction of the restoration cost. - Авто та транспорт
Just returned from a trip to the bay of Naples in my 1990 V12 convertible, covered 3000 miles car did not miss a beat, we took 4 large suitcases which was the envy of every Ferrari owner we came across. On the downside I have owned the car around 20 years and in that time it has been restored three times at a cost of £230,000 in total these cars are not for making a profit on, my advise to anyone who wants a great car is buy one that someone else has paid to have done.
Sorry for the trivial question but do you know approximately the mileage you got on that 3000 miles trip ?
Most of the mileage was on the continental motorways through France and Italy we traveled at the around 80MPH and we achieved 17.8 to the gallon.
Kudos to you for keeping her in great condition, they are completely unique
@@mike.sharp4578 that’s pretty good for a 30 year old V12 ! Awesome
Lucky you. I went in one my friends father had about 1980, and it was smooth and brisk. I personally would be shy to spend that much on keeping one going, but if you have the funds, no reason not to.
Good to see you back making videos again. I love the eclectic range of cars you sell and enjoy your “walk arounds”. Even though many of them are out of my price range, I find the films very interesting.
Thank you! What a kind comment!
Wow!🤩
Indeed!
Wonderful video once again.
I’m always impressed when you point out the small, and obvious flaws in the cars you sell, and what you do to rectify those flaws, very well done.
I wish more people would do what you do, a real credit to you and your company.
That's really lovely encouraging feedback. Thanks!
Beautiful car.❤
It really is!
Hello mate, these were nice too. I prefer them series3 xj saloons, however I still have a soft spot for these
Is the dual tone leather factory spec?
No dirt
no way… remember P.T. Barnum ?
You cant use HE V12 because the heads were Made in India ans drop valve seats
Do think it’s a good idea with a thirty four year old engine?
Did I hear correctly that this went for... 55,000 POUNDS (not even $?) in 1985 or 1989? Because I remember Rolls Royce ads in the US in 1981 selling brand new Silver Wraiths for... $49,000!
£50,000 in June 1988. Cars were much more expensive in the UK. U.S. pricing was much more competitive. In 1990 the equivalent Rolls Royce was £101,000
The XJs v12 cant be used because it drops valve seats
These are nice cars, but I personally would not be parting with 6 figures to have one. If you are willing to do that, then I think probably money is no object, in which case lucky you.
That is what was spent on the car. It is for sale for a fraction of the restoration cost
the brown and black (plastic?) dashboard is not as luxurious as the XJ's was, and the XJ could be had at a fraction of this one's price.
Finest quality leather - not plastic. Better than the original
Absolutely gorgeous car.. my son and I are completing a full restomod on his 86 XJS coupe.. shaved body (no door handles,no horrific bulgy signal lights,even the finger hump on the gas door).. custom engine management by mobeck(DIS, injectors,IAC),, custom headers and ceramic coated in and out,,, everything steel is chromed under the hood,, custom snorkels bolted to 75mm throttles,,, all suspension blasted and powdered coated,,, custom 1-1/4" front sway bar,, 1" sway in the back,, all suspension have polyurethane bushings,,, custom interior and trunk,, remote door opening,, removed the auxiliary gas tank and placed the battery in the right fender pocket,, midnight black satin paint,,, 18"x 9" rims,, 275/45 skins,, 1-1/2" spacers,,, plastic high pressure fuel lines,, custom 6 hole louvers on the hood,, original complete TWR body kit,,,,40 mm suspension drop (frt/bck),,, complete Focal sound system,,, custom 14" steering wheel,, relocated power steering and transmission coolers all fasteners are SS,, and it goes on.. these cars are incredible if you just improve them a little.. here in Canada, they are very rare..
It will be a beast when finished! Well done
Please get rid of that unreliable Indian Made V12...install a pre HE english Made V12 or a V8