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1993 Jaguar XJS 6.0 V12

At a Glance

~24 Year Ownership | 3 Former Keepers | Comes With Original Wheels

  • Mileage~116,769
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • Engine6.0L
  • LocationWare

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Introduction

Darren Rungasamy
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Grand touring at its finest, the V12 XJS is a fast, quiet and effortless way to travel.

Placed at the top of the Jaguar lineup, the XJS was conceived as a luxury GT cruiser, rather than an out an out sports car. Jaguar understood their client base's demands and placed refinement, luxurious comfort and a near-silent power delivery as its main selling points. Once released from the shackles of British Leyland, the quality and dependability of the XJS, and indeed all Jaguar badged cars took a turn for the better and it went on to thrive as one of the finest V12 4-seater GT cars in the world.

By the time the final incarnation of the XJS made its debut in 1991, the model had seen a wealth of improvements. Sales were buoyed by new engines and a proven motorsporting pedigree but the core appeal of the XJS remained its stability and composed manners on the road. Improvements to the aerodynamics, braking, and uprated 6.0-litre V12 engine place these later versions of the XJS as the most resolved versions of the big cat. This car comes from a 24-year ownership with our vendor and has a current MOT valid until 28-02-2026.

This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Michael the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

I would like it to go to an enthusiast who will cherish it and is in a position to use it reasonably often.

Known as "Ruby" because of its maroon colour, Michael has used the car mainly for leisure, with continental trips to Europe serving as the perfect tourer.

It has always been garaged and meticulously looked after. After obtaining a Jaguar XKR Convertible, he is now selling the XJS as he cannot find the time to keep and use all of his cars. Michael will be happy to answer any questions about the car in the comments section below.

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EXTERIOR VIDEO
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Exterior

Elegantly finished in Flamenco Red, the car has been well cared for with some unique but reversible details.

Wheels and Tyres

The XJS is fitted with after-market wire wheels. They’re in good condition with tight spokes with mild wear noted on the centre hubs. The Falken tyres date from 2020. All are in good shape with even tread.

The car comes with the the original wheels too, so you can pick and choose the look of the car.

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Bodywork

The exterior presents well, the panels are flush to the body, with decent shut lines. All doors open and close with ease. We noted no damage to the panels, other than a couple of minor and treatable dents spotted on the top of the offside front wing and one on the nearside door close to the door handle. There is also minor corrosion spotted on both rear arch lips. The floor pan, engine bay, suspension mounts, wheel wells and boot floor appear to be solid.

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

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Paint

The "Flamenco Red" paint has a positive lustre and is consistent in coverage. There are a few surface flaws on the lower half of the offside panels, scuttle and roof. We also spotted mild imperfections on the top of the wings. The car is generally free of marks, aside from a handful of chips on the nose of the car, mild scratches on the roof, slight surface scuff on the nearside wing and a touch-up on the nearside front wing.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

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Glass and Trim

The glass and lights are in good condition. The US Federal twin headlamps have corrosion on their bezels. The car comes with the original single piece units too, should you wish to revert back to a more stock look.

The chrome trim is in line with the car's age but is overall in good order. The bumpers are mounted flush to the body and are in good condition, although the end section by the nearside wheel arch has seen repair.

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INTERIOR VIDEO
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Interior

Some attention to the seats and steering wheel could result in a near-perfect interior presentation.

Seats and Carpets

The "Magnolia" leather front seats have age-related creasing and bolster wear but should respond to specialist care. The rear seats are free from wear but show discolouration.

The carpets and mats are cleanly preserved with no dampness. The luggage area appears to have been carefully used.

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Dashboard

The dashboard is in good shape, with no issues spotted on the veneer. The centre console leather shows minor signs of age. The switches and controls are presented positively and all are said to work. The rest of the trim, door cards and headlining are in good order.

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Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The steering wheel would benefit from a clean up as pictured, and the wood rim has a handful of fractures. The automatic gear selector is in good shape.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO
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Mechanics

With effortless power and a reputation for refinement, the Jaguar XJS still performs with confidence.

Engine and Gearbox

The engine fires up without hesitancy, idling smoothly with no knocks or ticking. The dashboard warning lights stayed in check and aside from the usual cold engine condensation, the exhausts remained smoke-free.

Michael told us it has been fitted with a work of art, some 18 months back; a tailor made SS exhaust mated to a tubular SS manifold replacing the old iron block manifold. It is crafted to work beautifully with excellent gas flow, the manifold has been ceramic coated too.

The engine is cleanly presented showing evidence of maintenance. The car is regularly started up as part of the service offered by the storage facility. There were no fluid leaks noted on the day. The automatic gearbox operates as it should, free of slippage. It engages drives without any obstruction.

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Suspension and Brakes

The suspension deals with the uneven roads without any drama, absorbing the ruts with no unwanted noises.

The brakes are in good physical condition and proved to stop the car in a straight line.

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The Drive

Please note on the video we incorrectly state that this is a 1994 car, it is in fact first registered in 1993. Alex took the car for a drive on behalf of Michael to demonstrate its appeal on the roads.

The first thing we noticed about the Jaguar is how supple the ride is, gracefully managing the roads and free of knocks or bangs from the suspension. The refinement is helped by the smooth and almost silent experience of the 6.0-litre V12. It pulls well with no hesitation and cruises beautifully and at low speeds is free of any cabin noises or creaks.

The steering was compliant with no play or vibration, its braking was notably smooth and free of any unwanted feedback. We left the car running during a fairly warm day for 15+ minutes with no adverse readings on the gauges.

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Electrics and Other

Michael told us everything was working as far as he was aware.

The original one-piece headlamps and the period-correct alloys will be included in the sale.

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History and Paperwork

Coming to market from ~24 year ownership, the car has seen just 3 former keepers, in current ownership it's had some exterior upgrades and lovely exhaust and manifold fitted but also comes with original items too.

First registered in August 1993, Michael has sent us a Word document detailing the work carried out on the car since he purchased it in 2001. It outlines the cost of maintaining the car's mechanical and cosmetic health.

Historical work includes engine maintenance, steering and braking work and rustproofing treatment. The most recent work includes new subframe mounts, undersealing, stainless steel exhaust and adjustable dampers. Receipts for all of the work and evidence of servicing can be requested directly through Michael. It has been stored in his garage and more recently, at a secure storage facility and has an MOT to February 2026.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned a history check on the vehicle - this is a professional check operated by HPI that will highlight if the car has been previously stolen, recorded as being in an accident, or have any outstanding finance - note, this does not include a mileage history check.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, 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 of 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 bids, 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
26-02-2025 MOT 116,754
29-02-2024 MOT 116,715
19-12-2022 MOT 116,432
23-11-2021 MOT 115,153
21-12-2020 MOT 114,167
28-11-2019 MOT 113,792
21-10-2018 MOT 113,381
30-10-2017 MOT 112,751
15-09-2016 MOT 112,555
27-08-2015 MOT 111,686
27-08-2014 MOT 107,847
23-08-2013 MOT 107,355
28-08-2012 MOT 106,925
26-08-2011 MOT 103,457
24-08-2010 MOT 100,779
25-08-2009 MOT 96,170
30-07-2008 MOT 95,714
18-07-2007 MOT 94,670
31-07-2006 MOT 89,464
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Key Details
  • Model XJS 6.0 V12
  • Transmission 3-speed Automatic
  • Reg. Date 01-08-1993
  • CC 5,993
  • Mileage 116,769
  • Colour Flamenco Red
  • Interior Colour Magnolia
  • Interior Trim Leather
  • Chassis # SAJJNAES3ER188597
  • Engine # 8D010156SG
  • MOT 28-02-2026
  • MOT Exempt No
  • Road Tax Exempt No
  • HPi Clear Yes - all clear
  • Former Keepers 3
  • Tyre Brand Falken
  • Tyre Age 2020
  • LHD or RHD RHD
  • Visited Yes
  • Sale Type Private
  • Owned ~24 years
  • Key Feature Long ownership
  • Auction ID 2879
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    So many of these late 6.0L V12's haven't survived the test of time, so it's hard to find examples to compare against, one things for sure, low mileage XJS's can get great prices.

    We’re sure you have a good idea of the value of this vehicle by studying our thorough listing, however, you may be interested to see a selection of recent sales of the same and / or similar models.

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