1994 Jaguar XJS 4.0L Convertible

Description

Since its launch in 1975, Jaguar’s flagship GT had gradually matured over the succeeding decade and a half, receiving numerous styling updates, higher-efficiency twelve and six-cylinder engines, and a fixed-roof ‘targa’ body style by 1983. A factory convertible followed in 1988, removing the controversial flying buttresses at the rear and creating a truly open-air motoring experience. Final updates arrived under Ford ownership in 1991, with the introduction of Series III  — by far the most refined and best looking iteration of the Malcolm Sayer design. While it lost its hyphen on the trunk lid, the new ‘XJS’ gained more aerodynamic, rounded front and rear bumpers, new tail lights, and tasteful interior flourishes on the instrument panel and center console. The six-cylinder option grew to 4.0 liters, increasing its output to 223 horsepower, while new coil-on-plug ignition further improved reliability. Offered from one of the final years of an incredible 21-year production life, this 1994 XJS 4.0L Convertible represents the ultimate expression of Jaguar’s world-class grand tourer. 

Highlights   

• Well appointed GT ideal for continental cruising

• Series III XJS benefitting from substantial revisions including styling updates inside and out, an enlarged 4.0-liter inline-six, and outboard brakes

• Finished in Oyster Metallic (SDE) over a supple Doeskin (AEE) leather interior with burled wood veneer accents

• Well coordinated dark brown power-operated folding convertible soft top and pillarless rear windows

• Power comes from a 4.0-liter ‘AJ16’ inline-six, mated to a ZF four-speed automatic transmission

• As per consignor, the rear undertray was recently replaced and the hood, trunk lid, fenders, and front spoiler were repainted to address rock chips and faded pinstriping 

• Showing 94,648 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging 

Features

• Alloy 15-inch basketweave wheels

• Headlamp power washers

• Power-adjustable heated door mirrors

• Power windows

• Vertically adjustable leather-wrapped steering wheel

• Aftermarket shift knob

• Power-adjustable, heated ‘style sports’ seats 

• Factory AM/FM cassette stereo

• Central locking

• Air conditioning

• Cruise Control

• Trip computer 

• Power-operated convertible soft top

• Glass rear window with defroster

• Limited-slip differential

• Power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes

• Independent front and rear suspension

Known Flaws

• Yellowed headlights

• Driver’s side headlamp power washer cover bent

• Side moldings are sun-faded

• Minor dent on driver’s side of the trunk lid

• Brown pinstriping still visible after repaint in some areas on the trunk lid

• Wood door trim is sun-faded

• Cracks and wear on front seat and center armrest leather upholstery 

• Holes and scuffs in leather upholstery behind the rear passenger headrests

• Hole in headliner above the rear window

Included

• Five keys, including valet and emergency keys

• Owner’s manuals in their correct folio

• Jack, lug wrench, and tool bag

• Boot cover

• Spare wheel and carpet cover

• Original shift knob

• Carfax vehicle history report

Ownership History

A two-owner car purchased new in Florida prior to entering the long-term care of the second owner in 1997, as verified by the accompanying Carfax report. Enjoyed and dutifully maintained by its most recent owner for the past 25 years.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Marvin Waters Phone: 910.315.2918 email: marvin.waters@broadarrowgroup.com