Jaguar XJ12 German first delivery Power steering air conditioning (1987)

Vehicle description

Model History:

For two and a half decades, the classic Jaguar XJ sedans embodied the British style of upscale motoring. The elegant four-door models and rare coupés retained their fundamental character over three series. The inline six-cylinder from the XK and a V12 were already available in Series I. The XJ models rescued old design patterns for the feel-good atmosphere on board into the modern era. In terms of technology, however, they always strove for a place at the very front: elaborate suspensions ensured cat-like suppleness, skilful insulation ensured quietness on board. The third XJ series stood out above all by its bumpers with rubber elements, but the fundamentally elegant body design remained for the most part untouched.

General information about the vehicle:

A Jaguar XJ12 from the year of construction 1987 is released for bidding in this auction, which was registered for the first time in Germany (Stuttgart) for traffic and has only 3 owners to date. Over the years after its first delivery, the Jaguar then came to Holland and from there the current owner acquired it 2 years ago. In the possession of a H-registration this sedan is already, the last completed TÜV shows a validity until October 2024 and the so-called Matching Numbers are given according to salesman data completely. Furthermore, there is a checkbook to the car, which is not completely kept, but the history of the vehicle is well documented.

Exterior color/paint/body:

Whether the body has already been repainted, the current owner of this XJ12 can not say for sure, because he does not know. Anyway, the seller states that this Jaguar has always been maintained and the exterior is in a very good condition - only at the front small stone chips and minimal paint damage can be made out. In addition, the current owner refers to the accident-free as well as modification-free condition of the entire body.

exact condition of the body, the paint and all add-on parts of the vehicle can be seen in the pictures and videos.

Exterior Rims/Brakes/Chassis:

Jaguar original rims together with tires, which are in a condition of 70-90%, adorn the visual appearance of the sedan. According to the seller, the brakes are also in 70-90% of their new condition. Chassis-technically apparently no inconsistencies or modifications can be called.

Interior:

Richly luxury sprays the black leather interior of this Jaguar XJ12 from the year of construction 1987: Just like the exterior also the interior can be awarded a very maintained condition without rough damages or missing parts

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Also the originality is completely preserved - even the original goat hair floor mats are still present. In addition to power steering and central locking, there are also power windows, air conditioning and a radio on board this British sedan. For more details, please have a look at the other photos. All features except for the air conditioning system (which, according to the seller, would need to be refilled) work flawlessly inside the Jaguar.

Mileage

Fine wood is found in the dashboard of the XJ12, the speedometer reading reveals a total mileage of 155,200 kilometers. The salesman lets mention that all board as well as manuals as well as the original board tools to the Jaguar are present and also a partially led checkbook is present, which proves the total mileage of the car approximately.

Engine

From 5,3-Liter displacement the V12 engine in the front of this Jaguar sedan generates full 285 HP. A 3-speed automatic transmits this power from the 12 cylinders to the rear axle, putting it on the road. According to the current owner, a final service was done in 2019.

Underbody:

The seller states the condition of the underside of this Jaguar XJ12 as rust-free and unwelded as well as cavity sealed

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Even more than the E-Type, the big XJ sedan became a symbol for the Jaguar brand: the unmistakable design, the high driving comfort and the good driving performance are on the credit side of an XJ12 sedan. This XJ12 is for people who want to experience the typical Jaguar feeling including V12: Probably an XJ sedan is the Jaguar par excellence.

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