- MY 1990 Jaguar XJS
- 5.3L V12
- Three speed Turbo Hydramatic 400 Automatic Transmission
- Slate Blue Exterior
- Beige Leather Interior
- Disc Brakes All Around
- All Maintenance Up to Date
- Power Adjustable Seats
- Air Conditioning
- Wood Veneer Interior Trim
- Power Windows
- Power Mirrors
If you're a fan of classic television, then you'll know that only two cars have ever had the prestige of appearing as “The Saint’s car” on screen. One was the Volvo P1800, famously driven by Sir Roger Moore during his long run as Simon Templer in the 60s. The other was this: the Jaguar XJS, driven by Ian Oglivy from 1978-79 in the Return of the Saint. Despite only running for 24 episodes, the series has become a cult classic and cemented the XJS’s place as a star. Jaguar first launched the XJS in 1975 as the replacement for the much-celebrated E-Type. However, while the E-Type was considered a sports car, the XJS was more of a luxury grand tourer, with a big engine, a plush interior, and a relatively comfortable ride. Our featured car is a 1990 Jaguar XJS and it features a 5.3-liter V12 engine and a three-speed automatic transmission. With just 68,000 miles reported on the odometer, this XJS offers the chance to get into a low-mileage example, averaging just 2,000 miles of running per year.
Exterior and Interior
This particular car, being from 1990, has quad headlamps and rubber bumpers. It’s finished in a stunning shade of Slate Blue, with a dark blue leather interior and wood veneer trim. That being said, this isn’t an outdated dinosaur on the inside, either. It has most of the amenities expected in a car of this caliber, including air conditioning, power-adjustable seats, and both power windows and mirrors. Being a post-facelift car, it also has the four-spoke steering wheel, which has a more modern look to it, compared to the 2-spoke steering wheel found in the previous generation. The interior, in general, looks like it just came off the production line in Coventry, with all the wood and chrome shining and the leather barely showing any wear and tear.
Engine
The 5.3-liter V12 is mated to a three-speed Turbo Hydramatic 400 automatic transmission, which really gives it the boulevard cruiser feel compared to the manual option. This car also reportedly has only 68,000 miles on it, making it a relatively low-mileage example to own. The car appears to be maintained well, even beneath the surface, as both the undercarriage and the engine bay seem well looked after.
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.
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.
The Jaguar XJ-S was tasked with following one of the most iconic sports cars ever built, the E-Type, and it accomplished that challenge by carving out its own identity as a refined high-speed grand tourer. This 1983 Jaguar XJS Coupe represents one of the finest surviving examples of the model, showing just 14,878 miles from one owner. Finished in elegant Grosvenor Brown over a Biscuit leather interior, this V12-powered Jaguar remains remarkably preserved and is accompanied by its original documentation, a set of OEM factory wheels, and the original factory dual-beam headlights. Combining low ownership, exceptionally low mileage, and a highly original presentation, this XJS offers collectors an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire one of Jaguar’s most sophisticated grand touring coupes from the 1980s.
The Jaguar S-Type blends traditional British luxury with the proportions and road manners of a modern sport sedan, and the Vanden Plas specification adds an extra layer of comfort and distinctive trim. This 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2 Vanden Plas shows 63,956 miles and is finished in Ebony over a Champagne interior. Highlights include the Vanden Plas Edition Package, premium leather seating with contrast piping, walnut wood veneer trim, a power rear sunblind, heated windshield, Xenon HID headlamps, and power-adjustable front seats. With its naturally aspirated 4.2-liter V8 and rear-wheel-drive layout, this S-Type delivers the refined, traditional Jaguar character enthusiasts expect from the marque.
The 2011 Jaguar XK Convertible represents a distinctive era of Jaguar grand touring, pairing elegant British styling with a naturally aspirated V8 and an open-top layout designed for long-distance cruising as much as spirited driving. This example is finished in Caviar over a Warm Charcoal interior with a Black convertible soft top, a combination complemented by Ivory contrast stitching and Burl Walnut veneer trim. It also features 20-inch “Kasuga” multi-spoke alloy wheels and Jaguar’s hood leaper ornament, giving the car an especially classic Jaguar presentation. Showing approximately 138,756 miles, this XK offers the traditional formula of a front-mounted V8, rear-wheel drive, and a luxurious two-door convertible body.
The 2000 Jaguar XK8 Convertible captures the elegant grand-touring character that made Jaguar’s XK series so distinctive at the turn of the millennium. Showing 52,123 miles, this example is finished in Topaz Metallic over an Oatmeal leather interior with a beige convertible soft top. Its specification blends classic British luxury with desirable period equipment, including burl walnut interior trim, the Alpine Premium Sound System, a Compact Disc Autochanger, Jaguar Integrated Navigation, and chrome-plated 18-inch wheels. With its long hood, flowing bodywork, and open-top configuration, this XK8 delivers the kind of understated presence that has aged especially well.
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