2014-04-05 01:16:36 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 2/14
www.silverstoneauctions.com/1990-jaguar-xjs-convertible

Auction description:
Race Retro and Classic Car Sale
1990 Jaguar XJS Convertible
Lot No.: 634
Registration: H534 NTX
Chassis Number: SAJJNADW3DB171355
Engine Number: 8S076085SB
Number of cylinders: 12
CC: 5343
Year of Manufacture: 1990
Estimate (£): 7,000 - 9,000
Estimate (€): 8,470 - 10,890
Estimate ($): 11,690 - 15,030
Sold for (£): 7,130

We are informed by the vendor that this particular XJS V12 Convertible was first registered on the 1st of October 1990 and was supplied new by Stratsones of London to Goldschmidt and Howland a firm of estate agents based in London's capital. The mileage of just under 70,000 miles is warranted and supported by previous MOT certificates and other supporting paperwork and has been in the hands of the same owner for the last 13 years.

This four owner car finished in mid metallic blue has a deep lustre with no scrapes or dings down either flanks, likewise there are no scuffs or scrapes to either four corners of the bumpers and all chrome work looks to be in excellent order, we are informed that panel gaps are even, shut lines are narrow and overall fit is very tidy.

This XJS convertible gives just the right balance between that very English wood and leather treatment, the parchment leather is in good condition throughout and is complimented beautifully by walnut veneer that has retained its colour well.

The vendor informs us that a twist of the ignition key and the five litre V12 fires instantly, press the accelerator and the engine pulls smoothly through the rev range. Acceleration is described as brisk with a wave of torque available to thrust the car forward and the automatic gearbox is described as a pleasure to experience.

If the eighties styling of the XJS convertible ticks your box and you want a classic that combines a stylish driving experience with the ability to deliver you to your destination unflustered, this car maybe the one for you, sold with an MOT until November of this year this is a car of massive ability, just as happy to waft through town as it is to pulverise the greatest of highways.