1989 Jaguar XJ-S V12 Convertible

Description

A beautiful British V12 convertible in the perfect shade of precision steel blue. So yes, this 1989 Jaguar XJS is the perfect car for discerning tastes, so we'll keep the affordable price a secret.

The attractiveness is apparent and instant the moment you lay eyes on it. The timeless style of the XJS convertible has a sleek design that goes with the company's cat-like reputation, but it never loses the elegant poise of a good European upper class cruiser. Wearing a more modern respray of its correct Solent Blue Metallic, it has that perfect kind of appearance that has a sophisticated blue in the sunlight, and at night it reflects some of its darker tones for a more stylish entrance. It all coordinates very nicely with the blue power folding roof. There's plenty of bright work, but it's all done tastefully as the bumpers meet the side trim and fender flares for an almost seamless appearance. Plus, the intricate pattern of the shiny factory alloy wheels are the perfect representation of a premium performance machine.

Inside, Jaguar proves its reputation for craftsmanship and style. The blue leather buckets look great with the top down as it coordinates with the exterior color. These are matched by deep wool carpets and real burled walnut trim to make one of the most attractive interiors of the decade. The British have always been superb at combining materials in the most elegant way possible, and this car even smells expensive when you first climb in. Big, easy-to-read gauges are fitted in the dash, and ahead of that is the traditional and stylish dual spoke steering wheel. Your hands are just within reach of plenty of original luxury features, including power windows, cruise control, power windows, provisions for air conditioning, tilt/telescoping wheel, and AM/FM/cassette stereo. In fact, this one feels so original, in the trunk you even get a full-size spare attached to the stylish factory alloy wheel.

The 5.3 liter V12 engine provides the kind of effortless performance that you'd expect from Coventry's biggest cat. It has a smooth and torquey feeling that makes it effortlessly luxurious around town. But when it's time to have a little fun, it makes a wonderful howl and pulls like a freight train. The transmission is the familiar TH400 sourced from GM, so you know it has the robustness to handle the V12's power with ease. But this is more than just a good drivetrain. The XJS runs on a fully independent suspension that has been built to balance luxury cruising with spirited driving. This is reinforced by power steering, four-wheel disc brakes, and grippy Yokohama tires.

Complete with the owner's manual, this XJS is the right droptop for those who want to look like a million bucks, but only want to spend a fraction of that. Call today!!