1989 Jaguar XJS 5.3 V12 Convertible

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I’ve had this 1989 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible for a few years now, and honestly, it’s one of the few cars I’ve ever felt truly connected to. Signal Red with Magnolia leather and red piping — the classic combo that always looked sharp on the show circuit back in the day. The electric black soft top works smoothly, the paint’s still glossy, and the leather’s not worn at all. I’ve kept it just as it came from the factory, so it’s not been touched up or over-restored.

It’s only done 71,000 miles since new, and the service history is full — every invoice, every MOT, every service entry is right there in the original stamped book. I’ve even kept the dealer wallet, the manuals, both factory keys, and the in-car phone. That little phone thing is rare — still works, still in place — and it really shows how much care this car’s had over the years.

I’ve had £1,700 spent on new front calipers recently, just to keep it safe and reliable. The 5.3-litre V12 still purrs when you turn the key — deep, smooth, powerful — and the automatic gearbox shifts like a dream. It’s not flashy, it doesn’t need to be. It just *is*. The dash is clean, the cabin feels like something out of a movie, and there’s no trace of the usual wear that comes with older cars.

This one’s not been modified, not been dipped in paint, not been gutted. It’s a genuine survivor — one of the last true XJS Convertibles left that still looks and feels like it did when it rolled off the line. I don’t see many like this anymore. Most of them have been patched up or turned into something else. This one’s still proud, still elegant, still full of character.

I’ve had it checked recently and it’s got a fresh MOT ready to go — so it’s road-ready the moment you take it. I’ve been showing it to a few people, and everyone’s been genuinely impressed. If you’re looking for a car that’s just as much a statement piece as it is a daily driver, this is it.

It’s based in Chipping-Campden, Cotswold District, so if you’re local or planning to come over, I’m happy to meet up for a proper look. No pressure, no sales talk — just a real conversation about what this car means to you.

I’m not selling it just to move it — I’m selling it because I’ve finally found a place where it can live on. If you’re serious about owning something with history, presence, and soul — this might just be your kind of car.

Let me know if you’d like to see it. I’ll be happy to set up a time. No rush, no pressure — just a chance to see what’s really underneath the gloss.

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