Highlights

Only 35,262 miles from new
Over £25,000 spent on purchase and repairs since 2020
V12 engine checked by Jaguar mechanic and said to run well
Complete and rare project for completion

The Appeal

The XJ-SC is perhaps the most versatile of the many variants of Jaguar’s svelte GT. It can be a Targa, coupe or full convertible, depending on your mood. They are rare too - only a few thousand V12s were built alongside this one.

The model benefitted from the many improvements introduced to the early 80s XJS, including tweaked cosmetics, much-improved quality and the ‘High Efficiency’ HE V12 motor.

The vendor bought this car in 2020 and reports that he has spent £25,000 across the purchase and improvement of the car. That resulted in an advisory-free MOT in February 2021. It has been unused since, but the engine has been checked by a Jaguar mechanic and reported to be in good order.

The car will require some structural commissioning and general check-overs. For the right enthusiast, this looks like an interesting project with a very rewarding classic to enjoy at the end of it.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1st August 1985
Seven registered keepers
Current keeper since February 2020
£25,000 reported spent by seller across purchase and subsequent maintenance
Low documented mileage with 35,262 miles showing
Last MOT expired 14th February 2022 with 35,262 miles and no advisories
Some old MOTs and history shown in photos
Employed a Jaguar specialist for mechanical appraisal before purchase
Factory handbooks as shown

The Condition

Silver metallic car in complete condition requiring restoration
Some areas of corrosion to note to sills, wings and other areas as shown
Paintwork looks presentable but vendor advises it would benefit from a repaint
Retains its black side stripes
Vendor advises that the underside needs welding
Black cabriolet roof layout with removable panels and folding rear screen
Roof appears to be in fair, operational condition as shown
Black leather interior in good order, except driver's seat stitching needs attention
Seam on the driver's seat requires re-stitching
Wheels have ben refurbished since car purchased by seller
Factory tool kit and spare wheel included as shown
Cabin trim including carpets, veneers and switchgear well kept with light aging

The Mechanics

5,343cc V12 HE specification 285hp engine
3spd automatic gearbox
Engine was running well when last tested by a time-served Jaguar mechanic
New brakes fitted since 2020
Fuel system also overhauled in same timeframe
Vendor describes the engine as ‘running perfectly’
The car is sold as a restoration project with some recommissioned to be expected

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