Jaguar XJ-SC V12 | 1986

Jaguar XJ-SC V12 | 1986

Highlights:

– 5.3-litre V12 HE engine, petrol, automatic transmission

– Rare XJ-SC cabriolet with targa roof and fixed roll bar

– Deep red metallic paintwork

– BBS alloy wheels with polished rims

– 74,000 km on the odometer

The private seller offers for sale this 1986 Jaguar XJ-SC V12, powered by a 5.3-litre High Efficiency V12 engine, paired with an automatic transmission. Finished in deep red metallic, the car is combined with a cream leather interior, burr walnut veneer across the dashboard and console and a wooden-rimmed steering wheel. It rides on period-correct BBS alloy wheels with polished rims, fitted with Dunlop tyres. The odometer shows 74,000 km. The targa roof mechanism is complete and original, and the removable roof panels are new.

According to the seller, the car has always been treated with care: driven gently and properly warmed up, maintained on a preventive basis and permanently stored indoors in a dry, heated garage. Please note that, as often happens with classic cars that have been standing for some time, the coolant pump has recently started to leak and should be replaced before the car is put back into regular use. Apart from this, the seller describes the car as well preserved, making it an attractive opportunity for an enthusiast to acquire a V12 XJ-SC with a relatively straightforward job to carry out.

The Jaguar XJ-S was launched in 1975 as the successor to the E-Type and grew into one of Jaguar’s longest-running models. In 1983 Jaguar introduced the XJ-SC, the first open version of the XJ-S, featuring a distinctive targa-style roof with removable panels, a fixed central roll bar and a folding rear hood. Initially offered with the new 3.6-litre six-cylinder engine, the XJ-SC was made available with the celebrated V12 from 1985. Production ended in 1988, when the XJ-SC made way for the fully open XJ-S Convertible, and only around 3,800 V12 examples were built, making it one of the more exclusive variants of the entire XJ-S family.

At the heart of this car is Jaguar’s legendary 5.3-litre V12 in High Efficiency form, featuring the Michael May designed combustion chambers that improved economy without sacrificing the silky smoothness and effortless torque for which the engine is renowned. The XJ-SC offers the unique flexibility of three configurations: fully closed, with the targa panels removed, or with the rear hood folded down as well for a true open-air experience. With its long bonnet, low waistline and elegant proportions, the XJ-SC V12 is a stylish and characterful British grand tourer that stands out at any classic gathering.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.

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This car is currently located in: Antwerp province, Belgium.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Belgian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

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