Highlights

• Desirable ‘Gold’ edition with twin coachlines, gold-plated grille badge and Kiwi alloys
• MOT valid until November 2023 with no advisories
• Has seen regular use in current ownership, making it a reliable example that drives well

The Appeal

The History and Paperwork

• 118,652 miles indicated on the digital odometer which is supported by the MOT history
• MOT valid until November 2023
• 14 previous keepers indicated on the V5C
• Original XJ6 handbook present along with the Gold edition brochure 
• Acquired by the vendor from a Jaguar enthusiast in Sheffield who purchased the car from an independent specialist a few years earlier
• Besides regular servicing, we’re informed no major work was required during current ownership
• We’re informed that the car has been garaged when not in use
• V5C present

The Interior

• Recently fitted with a cream Daimler interior
• Separate rear seats as per Daimler specification
• Besides some general wear to the leather upholstery, the seats continue to present well and remain very usable
• As you’d expect, the driver’s seat exhibits the most wear and would benefit from a clean
• We’re informed the door cards were not replaced along with the remainder of the interior but match well
• The veneers continue to present well with just a few imperfections
• The dashboard and centre armrest are a subtly different shade to the upholstery, but this is not especially noticeable
• Daimler rear window blinds fitted
• All the electrics reportedly work, including the radio
• The headlining has started to sag at the rear
• Overall, this is a very presentable interior which remains eminently usable

The Exterior 

• Red metallic paint with twin coachlines
• The vendor believes that the paintwork is largely original
• No obvious signs of corrosion to the bodywork
• The vendor points out some microblistering to the bonnet as well as a poor repair to the offside edge where the body filler has started to crack
• There are some scratches at the back and some small dents in the offside rear panel
• Besides the imperfections, this remains a handsome example in good overall condition
• The underside appears very sound
• The bumpers show their age in places but remain complete
• The trim is in reasonable shape and continues to shine
• Now fitted with a gold grille which complements the gold badge
• Fitted with an electric sunroof which apparently works well
• Kiwi style alloys wheels in good condition

The Mechanics 

• 3.2-litre AJ6 engine
• When the vendor acquired the car, there was little record of past servicing so we’re informed that they initially carried out a major service
• Subsequently, the vendor has carried out general servicing at around every 3,000 miles with local specialists and in their own garage
• Recently fitted with a new battery
• We’re informed that this example has been reliable and runs smoothly
• Drives well, with reportedly no issues or untoward noises
• Automatic gearbox with ‘J-Gate’ shifter

Summary