1992 Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign (XJ40) |

Closed Auction- Unsold

1992 Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign (XJ40)

This auction has now closed - click 'Register Similar' below to get notified when we consign a similar vehicle.

Mileage14,595 Kilometres - 9,068 miles
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine3.2L
LocationNorthwich

AUCTION CLOSED

1992 Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign (XJ40)

Introduction

Paul Wright

Professional Consigner

Continuing Jaguars history of XJ luxury saloons, the XJ40 had a trick up its sleeve in the shape of a more economical 3.2L drivetrain.

In October 1986, at the British International Motor Show, Jaguar first introduced the new XJ6 model, which turned out to be the saviour of Jaguar. In the early years of the XJ, the engine options were 2.9 or 3.6, and buyers could spec it as an XJ6 or the much plusher Sovereign model, like the one we have here. In 1989, Ford took over Jaguar and gave them a massive cash injection into the company, which resolved some of the troublesome issues with electrical problems. The new and improved 4.0 litre 24 valve engine was also introduced, which replaced the 3.6 litre. In 1991, the 2.9 was replaced with the 3.2 litre. Both engines proved to be a welcomed improvement to the range.

This lovely low mileage XJ6 Sovereign (XJ40) was initially sold in Japan, where it resided until 2017. It then came to the UK, and comes to market with 3 previous UK registered owners, one of which was the chairman of a Jaguar enthusiasts club. Even now, the car still has an incredibly low mileage of 14,595 kilometres (~9,068 miles), and presents in excellent condition.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Paul after meeting Sam the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

Secure Auctions

We verify all our sellers and buyers to keep our community safe whilst also providing the highest levels of website security.

Full Transparency

8 out of 10 people that buy cars via our service don’t feel the need to visit due to the transparency and thoroughness of our listings.

Vehicle Delivery

We're there every step of your buying journey and will even arrange pick-up and delivery of your new vehicle.

Secure Auctions

We verify all our sellers and buyers to keep our community safe whilst also providing the highest levels of website security.

Full Transparency

8 out of 10 people that buy cars via our service don’t feel the need to visit due to the transparency and thoroughness of our listings.

Vehicle Delivery

We're there every step of your buying journey and will even arrange pick-up and delivery of your new vehicle.

Meet the owner

With such low mileage and excellent condition - the Jaguar was an opportunity I couldn’t miss out on.

Sam has owned this lovely Jaguar for just a few months. The vehicle was purchased on a bit of an impulse buy after spotting it for sale; the condition and low mileage grabbing his attention. He's a Jaguar enthusiast having owned a number of other models from the marque over the years.

The car came from Japan in 2017, having had what looks to have been several years of extremely little use whilst there. Once in the UK, it has again not seen excessive use and is in excellent condition. Having had a taste, he's keen to change this car out for an XK8, and focus on his MGB restoration. Please feel free to ask Sam any questions in the comments below.

Sam

Vehicle Owner

Ask Questions

CONTACT OWNER

Exterior
Interior
Mechanics
History
All Images

EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

Elegant long lines set off the XJ6 - highlighting the Jaguar in all its glory.

Wheels and Tyres

The wheels are the originals and have received some refurbishment in the past. As a result, they are in excellent condition and don’t look to have any corrosion to the faces.

The tyres are all matching and have a good amount of tread remaining. Please see the image gallery to take a closer look at the wheels.

Bodywork

Looking down the long lines of the Jaguar, there are no dings or dents to point out. The doors' shut lines appear to match with an equal amount of a gap. The bonnet and boot also match and look to be straight and even.

We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our hi-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view at what’s on offer, and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

Finished in "Regency Red", the XJ6 presents exceptionally well. The finish has a deep shine all over the car, with no noticeable stone chips to the front end. There are minimal signs that both sides have been repainted, but with that said, it does look to be a good job and was only spotted after several times looking around the vehicle.

Again, we have taken hi-resolution images and videos of the car for you to assess the condition of the bodywork for yourselves.

Glass and Trim

The windows around the car are in excellent condition with no apparent scratches. The chrome trim around the windows is all in good order with just some light marks, as you would expect to see on any vehicle of this age. Likewise, the rubbers all look to be in good condition with minimal signs of age.

The headlights are both in good order with no chips or cracks, as are the fog lights. The rear lights look to have been given a coat of tinting spray, which has faded a little.

VIEW ALL

INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

Chiltern Tweed offers comfort for the interior trim - whilst it may not be leather, the tweed gives off a sense of elegance.

Seats and Carpets

Chiltern Tweed was the choice of trim for the Jaguar. The front seats are electric and working as they should and are in excellent condition with just a minimal amount of bobbling on the material to the back section of the driver’s seat. The passenger seat and rear seat are in exceptional condition, with no issues to mention.

The carpets are also in excellent order throughout, with no signs of wear to the usual high wear areas such as the heel pad. Inside, the boot has a matching carpet that is all nice and clean. The spare wheel is present, and this is steel. Always nice to see is the complete Jaguar tool kit, and mounted under this is the CD Multi-changer.

Please see the interior gallery for more detailed images.

Dashboard

The dashboard is in good order, with no damage on the upper or lower dash sections. The Burr walnut fascia is in good condition with no splits or crazing to the lacquered finish. The instruments are working as they should with no warning lights illuminated when the engine is running. The odometer displays a reading of 14,595 Kilometres or 9,068 miles.

Please see the interior gallery for more hi-resolution images.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The two-spoke steering wheel is in good condition with no signs of excessive wear; likewise, the automatic gearknob is in the same condition. There are a couple of small cracks in the walnut trim around the gearknob.

Please see the interior gallery for more detailed images.

VIEW ALL

'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

Fitted with a 3.2 litre straight-six - the Jaguar engine pushed out an adequate 200BHP and 220lb-ft or torque.

Engine and Gearbox

With such low mileage, the engine bay is in excellent condition, and there are no signs of anything untoward. The 3.2 litre fires up immediately with no hesitation and comes to a smooth idle.

The car pulls well through the gearbox, and the change is smooth, with no noises coming from the running gear or transmission. The last service looks to have been carried out at 9,289 kilometres. Watch the "On The Road" video to see the car in action.

Suspension and Brakes

Being a Jaguar, they always ride nicely, and this is no exception. The car glides along, soaking up the road to give a smooth, comfortable ride. The brakes are working as they should and bring the vehicle to a stop in an even manner.

The Drive

On the road, the Jaguar is an excellent place to be; you have plenty of comforts and space, and the build quality is typical of Jaguars of the time.

Electrics and Other

The switchgear in the car is in excellent condition, with no apparent signs of wear to the buttons. Sam reports the air conditioning to be working, but he did say it takes a while to blow cold. On the day of our visit, it was 32 degrees, and although the air conditioning wasn’t ice cold, it had a cool feel. It may just be a case of needing to be regassed to get the full benefits.

VIEW ALL

History and Paperwork

All the handbooks are present for this low-mileage 1993 Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign, imported from Japan in 2017.

Unfortunately, like most vehicles coming from Japan, the paperwork is quite thin on the ground. However, the handbooks are all present and correct, along with some Japanese papers regarding the export. In addition, there are some old MOT certificates and invoices for some work carried out. The MOT is valid until 12th October 2022. There are some other bits included in the sale, like an award the car won at a classic car show for "Best pre 2000 Jaguar". This is a fantastic opportunity to own an exceptionally low-mileage Jaguar XJ6, which is in lovely condition throughout.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned a HPi check on the vehicle.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, and as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment on the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bid/s, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house.

Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
13.10.2021	MOT	12,046 km
09.10.2020	MOT	11,551 km
07.06.2019	MOT	11,059 km
11.06.2018	Service	9,289 km
26.04.2018	MOT	9,126 km
25.05.2017	MOT	6,973 km

VIEW ALL

Key Details

ModelXJ6 Sovereign (XJ40)
TransmissionAutomatic
Reg. Date01.12.1992
CC3,230
Mileage14,595 Kilometres 9,068 miles
ColourRegency Red
Interior ColourChiltern Tweed
Interior TrimMaterial
Chassis #SAJJFJLG3AJ656271
MOTExp 12.10.2022
HPi ClearYes
Former Keepers3 Previous UK Keepers
LHD or RHDRHD
VisitedYes
Sale TypePrivate
Owned3 months
Key FeatureLow mileage and excellent condition
Auction ID494656

VIEW ALL

All Images

All Videos

Vehicle Location

Northwich

Delivery Calculator

Auction Closed

Register your interest for similar cars.

This car didn't meet its reserve price and may soon be available as a private sale - please contact us for more information.

Ask Questions

Seller : Sam

Post a comment or ask the owner a question about the car.

Member

daverich

Good Morning Sam I’m a little confused in the description you state the mileage in kilometres, but the speed is mph ,so is the trip in kilometres if so can it be changed to miles. Also what is the auxiliary switch lower drivers side.
Thank You
David

Author

Sam

Good morning David, my take on this is that the odometer is a standard gauge which would be used/fitted at Jaguar in the UK it shows both Miles & Kilometres. The electronic odometer records the distance travelled in the country of export i.e. K/m for Japan and this cannot be altered. There is a trip recorder which will select range for fuel in tank and this can select either miles or Km, again I think this is from the use of standard equipment used by Jaguar during build in the UK.
Hope this helps.

Member

daverich

Sam Thank you for getting back

Author

Sam

No problem David anything else just ask.
cheers
Sam

Member

MickO

Hi just want to know if all electrics are OK< had lots of trouble with electrics on last Jag.
Regards,
Michael.

Author

Sam

As far as I am aware there are no problems with any of the electrics, I certainly haven’t encountered anything wrong whilst I have had the car.

Member

Ja9uar

What is the aftermarket switch on the drivers kneeboard? Is the service book present, and is it stamped at all?

Author

Sam

The switch operates the aircon pump which was fitted to meet uk standards when it arrived in this country in 2017.
The first service at 1500Km was carried out in Japan (stamped in book) and the car didn’t reach the next milestone full service until it came to the UK with just under 4000miles on the clock. The service book has been stamped twice at milestones since and there are some receipts for these and other work such as the Krown underseal.

MORE COMMENTS MORE COMMENTS

Vehicle Location

Northwich

Delivery Calculator

Thank You

Form Submitted

Your request has been submitted successfully and we'll keep you updated.