1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible

5.3L Naturally Aspirated V12 | Navy Blue Interior | 15" Lattice Alloy Wheels

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LOT #

250433028

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
SAJNV4842KC155044
Lot Number:
250433028
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
37,753 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
5.3L Naturally Aspirated V12
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Navy Blue
Interior Color:
Navy Blue
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Massachusetts
  • 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible
  • 5.3L Naturally Aspirated V12
  • TH400 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Navy Blue Exterior
  • Navy Blue Interior
  • Navy Blue Convertible Soft Top
  • 15" Lattice Alloy Wheels
  • Burl Walnut Wood Veneer Trim
  • Front Independent Suspension w/ Coil Springs
  • Rear Independent Suspension w/ Trailing Arms & Coil Springs
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Front Ventilated Brakes
  • Lucas Digital Fuel Injection

Overview of 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible For Sale by Owner

The Jaguar XJS is a two-door grand tourer made between 1975 and 1996. Known for its flamboyant styling and powerful V12 engine under the hood in some variants, the XJS is a fantastic British classic car to own and cherish. It’s representative of the period when British luxury meant plenty of wood, fine materials, and a feeling of driving around in your living room. In the case of this 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible, you can enjoy all that, accompanied by twelve glorious cylinders firing at their best, and a drop-top to engage on fine days. Plus, this Reading, Massachusetts-based car bears just under 38,000 miles on the clock, making it an absolute unicorn, waiting to be picked up by a discerning collector. Could that be you?

Exterior and Interior

This 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible comes in Navy Blue, with a black convertible top that can be deployed for weather protection when needed. The car’s timeless styling has aged with panache, and even today, it turns heads when driving around amidst the sea of characterless SUVs that all seem to look the same. Wire-effect wheels, fog lamps and dual exhausts all add to the car’s timeless character. The interior of this 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible continues the Navy Blue theme, but adds a healthy dose of wood trim to make for a very homely cabin. You’ve got two seats and a spacious cargo area behind, augmented by a fairly decent trunk for a grand tourer. Amenities include powered and heated seats, climate control, cruise control and a Jaguar-branded radio with cassette tape player. Most importantly, everything feels solid and mechanical. There are no touchscreens or touchpads here; move a switch or press a button and you know that you’ve done something substantial. That’s how cars should feel, and it’s how this beautiful British grand tourer feels.

Engine

Under the long hood of this 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible lies a masterful 5.3-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine, able to conjure up 263hp and send it to the rear wheels. A GM TH400 3-speed automatic transmission assures you of a smooth drive. You’ve also got four wheel disc brakes with front vented discs.

Walk-around Video of this Jaguar XJS

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1996 Jaguar XJS Convertible

Current Ask
$14,500

The 1996 Jaguar XJS Convertible represents the final evolution of Jaguar’s iconic grand touring roadster, combining elegant British styling, luxurious appointments, and effortless cruising capability. This example has traveled 86,106 miles and is finished in Signal Red with a Tan interior and Tan convertible soft top, creating a timeless color combination that complements the XJS’s classic lines. Powered by Jaguar’s refined AJ16 inline-six engine, this XJS offers a smooth and comfortable driving experience while retaining the character and craftsmanship that defined Jaguar’s legendary grand touring cars. Additional features including wood interior trim, 15-inch alloy wheels, and the factory AM/FM cassette audio system complete this well-equipped example.

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1991 Jaguar XJS Convertible V12

Current Ask
SOLD

Jaguar’s XJS spent more than two decades carrying the torch for the legendary E-Type, evolving into one of the most refined grand touring cars of its era. This 1991 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible shows 52,140 miles and represents one of the final years of the facelifted pre-AJR6 V12 models. Finished in elegant Signal Red over a Black interior, this British luxury convertible combines timeless styling, smooth V12 power, and open-air touring capability. With its long hood, pillarless design, and turbine-smooth twelve-cylinder engine, the XJS remains one of the most distinctive grand tourers produced by Jaguar. Today, well-preserved V12 convertibles are increasingly appreciated by collectors for their combination of exclusivity, craftsmanship, and classic British character.

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Current Ask
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Current Ask
$29,000

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Current Ask
$16,500

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Current Ask
$18,000

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Current Ask
$27,500

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Current Ask
$27,999

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Current Ask
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