Jaguar XJ-S Cabriolet 5,3 V12 (1986)

For sale is a 1986 Jaguar XJ-S V12 convertible in red with a black leather interior.

Highlights:

• Rare Hess & Eisenhardt special-edition convertible
• A true convertible without a distracting Targa bar (unlike the Jaguar XJ-SC of that era)
• Deeply retractable soft top—the roof folds far into the body, creating a low-profile silhouette
• Two-seater configuration with a luggage rack in place of a rear seat
• Electric rear side windows that retract fully
• Heated glass rear window
• Reinforced chassis with additional steel struts
• Rare body variant—according to records, approximately 2,100 units were built (1986–1988)
• 5.3-liter V12 engine from 1988
• Inspection report from July 2021 with a grade of 2
• H license plate

General Information About the Vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1986
• Initial registration: USA, July 1988
• Location: 96472 Rödental, Germany
• Number of previous owners: unknown
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV valid until: Information to follow
• Ready to drive immediately

Model History

The Jaguar XJ-S was introduced in 1975 as a Gran Turismo and remained in production until 1996. Developed based on the Jaguar XJ sedan and equipped with the famous V12 engine from the E-Type Series III, Jaguar deliberately opted for a comfortable and powerful coupe instead of a classic roadster. The design, which was initially the subject of controversy, evolved over the years into a distinctive and recognizable design language. With a production run of over 20 years and approximately 115,000 units produced, the XJ-S—and later the XJS—ranks among the brand’s most successful sports models. During this period, a total of three model series were produced, featuring various engine options and body styles.

Facts

Exterior & Interior:

• Exterior Color: Red
• Interior: black leather upholstery
• High-quality wood trim and steering wheel
• According to the owner, repainting cannot be ruled out

Engine and Transmission:

• 5.3-liter V12 engine with 265 PS (195 kW)
• Engine from 1988 (according to the owner)
• Automatic transmission
• Last service: Information to follow

Mileage:

• Mileage: 54,331 mi (as read)
• Verifiable mileage: no
• No service record available

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents
• Inspection report (07/2021, Grade 2)

Tires, body, and undercarriage:

• Tires: Information to follow shortly
• Body: in good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
• Underbody: good condition
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the vehicle’s condition.

Known defects:

• Two minor scratches on the side of the vehicle
• Fuel gauge not working
• Minor scratches and small stone chips on the body
• Please view the photo gallery and videos to get a better idea of the vehicle’s condition.

Summary

For sale is a 1986 red Jaguar XJ-S Convertible with leather interior. This vehicle is a rare convertible version built by coachbuilder Hess & Eisenhardt, featuring a fully retractable soft top, a two-seater configuration, and a reinforced chassis. The car is powered by a 5.3-liter V12 engine—which, according to the owner, was installed in 1988—paired with a manual transmission. The Jaguar has an “H” license plate. An existing appraisal rates its condition as a “2.” With its rare body style and classic V12 engine, this vehicle represents an interesting opportunity for enthusiasts of British classics.