Rare Two Owner Car Stored in a Heated Garage since 1995
Owned by a retired Jaguar Technician who pampered the car while in and out of storage
Impeccable MOT History
Never had any advisory for rust which is a rarity for a Jaguar of this era
THE APPEAL
Jaguar’s XJ40 saloon is very much a classic “of the moment”, with good examples becoming increasingly sought-after as the popularity of 1980s and 1990s classics continues to surge.
And of all the XJ40s, it’s the later models that are the most desirable thanks to their stronger, more powerful engines and less complicated electrical architecture. The 3.2s are, in addition, surprisingly economical with fuel economy figures in the high 20s in terms of mpg if you use them gently.
This one is a lovely example in remarkably solid condition, having been kept in storage for over a decade. Prior to that, it had the same owner since 1995, who purchased it when it was just three years’ old.
The XJ40 has been off the road for some time, having been kept in storage as part of a private collection of Jaguars for around a decade. The vendor is still in two minds about selling it, but a new house and a young family have led him to reduce the size of his collection.
As such, he has got the Jaguar out of storage and has put a fresh MOT on it ready for sale.
The car comes with all of its original booklets and handbooks, along with a service book stamped up to 71,900 miles. It has both a current V5 and also the original one, showing it to be originally registered to Swiss Life Vehicle Contracts as a lease vehicle. It was then kept in private ownership by the same owner from 1995 onward.x8CDwLyoRBzivG9P0a28pSr3Am1Vm0n0Qfvo1WnY.jpeg1.19 MB
THE INTERIOR
Light beige leather
Walnut veneers
Original stereo and tool kit
Very good order
Although a standard XJ6 and not a Sovereign, this is still a sumptuously equipped car with many of the options ticked off the spec list, including full leather.
The Magnolia hide in this car is as inviting as it ever was and is in great condition, with only a tiny amount of wear to the driver’s side seat bolster.
The walnut veneers are spotless, the carpets are good and the headlining isn’t dropping – it’s just a lovely, relaxing cabin in which to spend time. It also has the original Jaguar radio-cassette and factory overmats.
In the boot, there’s a full-size spare wheel and the original Jaguar tool kit.
Finished in Regency Red Mica, the XJ6 looks absolutely fabulous, while the stylish ‘Lattice’ alloy wheels are the most sought-after of XJ40 wheel designs.
The body on the car is superb, with no corrosion to note and no dents or scuffs, just a few very minor chips and marks. Considering it’s the original 30-year-old paint, it’s in incredible order. Unusually for an XJ40, all four door handles operate without complaint. The only fault we could find is that the wiper is parked on the wrong side, which is a very common issue with XJ40's - typically down to the microswitch in the motor, or the in-line fuse under the glovebox, which are thankfully, cheap and simple things to rectify.
The floorpans are dry and corrosion free inside and out and the car has never been welded.
Under the forward-tilting bonnet you’ll find a 3.2-litre straight six ‘AJ6’ engine, which is renowned for its reliability. With under 78,500 miles on the clock, this one is barely run in, so it’s no surprise to find that it sounds glorious and holds impressive oil pressure. According to the vendor it is a very pleasant car to drive, with good steering and brakes and no faults of any note.HrzbY7aeCwarX5WLMGcIpoV9QNsfIxxzBXVhkXj4.jpeg1.46 MB
SUMMARY
This is a terrific example of the later-specification XJ40s, with the most economical engine, a great level of optional equipment and in lovely order throughout – it’s excellent both bodily and mechanically and has a gorgeous interior. A very special car indeed.
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