Jaguar XJSXJS V12 5.3 Convertible (1989)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 98 photos
  • Video including ride-along
  • Last service performed in June 2026
  • Odometer reading: 179,695 km, verifiable

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1989
  • First registration: Germany
  • Engine: 5.3-liter V12 engine with 275 PS (202 kW)
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Exterior color: British Racing Green
  • Interior: Magnolia-colored leather upholstery
  • TÜV valid until 07/2028
  • Features:
  • Black soft top
  • Original Cibie headlights
  • Air conditioning
  • Power windows
  • Heated seats were originally installed but were intentionally not reinstalled when the seats were reupholstered

  Condition

  Exterior

  • The car is painted in British Racing Green.
  • The vehicle has been partially repainted.
  • The body is in good condition; there are slight signs of wear.
  • There are no known major defects.
  • The vehicle has a black soft top, which has been replaced, as well as original Cibie headlights.
  • The underbody is rust-free.

  Interior

  • The car has a leather interior in Magnolia.
  • The interior is in good condition.
  • The wood trim on the center console shows visible signs of wear due to age, as well as fine cracks and scratches in the clear coat. (Image 81)
  • The leather, carpets, and soft top have been replaced.
  • The wood trim has been restored.

  Technical Specifications

  • The vehicle is ready to drive immediately and is registered.
  • The air conditioning is not working; the compressor is defective. The power window on the passenger side operates slowly.
  • A replacement engine has been installed.
  • The V12 starts up smoothly and quietly after a brief turn of the starter, runs silky-smooth and steady at idle without any vibration.
  • The mechanical sounds are uniform and unobtrusive.
  • A comprehensive technical overhaul was performed. In 2022, a major technical update was carried out, including the replacement of chassis components.
  • Last maintenance: 06/2026, minor service including a new battery.

  History

  Ownership History

  • Number of owners: 5
  • Accident-free under current ownership

  Service History

  • 2026: Minor service, including a new battery
  • 2022:
  • Major technical update, including replacement of chassis components
  • Extensive technical overhaul
  • Bodywork on the soft top compartment, doors, and sills
  • Interior trim, including leather and carpets, replaced
  • Soft top replaced
  • Wood trim restored

  Documents

  • Vehicle Registration Certificate (Image 94) & Vehicle Title (Image 96)
  • TÜV report (Image 97)
  • Invoice (Image 98)

  Summary

  For sale is a 1989 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible in British Racing Green with a Magnolia interior and black soft top. The vehicle has a sought-after German first registration in Munich/Starnberg and is one of the rare early examples of the full convertibles. The color combination of British Racing Green, Magnolia, and a black soft top underscores the classic appearance of this V12 convertible, complemented by original Cibie headlights. Since its purchase, approximately €25,000 has been documented as having been invested in the vehicle, including a careful, step-by-step partial restoration of the body, interior, soft top, and mechanical components. Since its purchase, the vehicle has been maintained at a classic car shop specializing in British classics. The TÜV inspection is valid through 07/2028; it does not have an “H” license plate. Overall, this Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible offers an attractive opportunity for enthusiasts.