1986 Jaguar XJS

This 1986 Jaguar XJS left the factory like any other mid-series model, but was re-powered under the original owner's tenure to run a low-mileage 6.0-liter V12 from a 1995 model year Jaguar. Finished in Sebring Red over a Biscuit leather interior, this XJS is said to have recently been gone through from end to end to the tune of $40,000, work which included a cosmetic restoration in addition to mechanical upgrades and maintenance, along with the engine swap. Appearing nearly unchanged from stock on the outside, the only modification listed by the seller is a custom dual exhaust system.

The 1986 model year of the XJS was the final one for Jaguar's Sebring Red paint, and this example is said to be in excellent condition with a reflective finish that appears free of major flaws. Described as a single-owner car, this XJS appears unmodified from its original 1980s specification despite running a newer engine. Items like the DOT-mandated impact bumpers, lighting, brightwork, and badging remain unchanged, but tasteful upgrades like a set of wheels from a later model and an exhaust system with dual tips poking out from beneath the rear end provide subtle indication of the car's capability.

Wheels are from a 1990s-era XJS and come wrapped in a matching set of Bridgestone Turanza Serentiy Plus tires which feature an asymmetrical tread pattern.

Biscuit leather interior upholstery lines the cabin and extends to places such as the door panels, center console, kick panels, and elsewhere, while wood paneling adorns the instrument panel. The interior is said to have been redone, and the front seats feature red piping. Carpeting appears free of major wear and discoloration, and a Nardi steering wheel with polished spokes and a wood rim takes the place of the original padded design. The factory radio is also gone in favor of an Alpine CD deck. Polished stainless steel door sill covers bearing the Jaguar Sport name have been installed.

A matching full-size spare tire resides in the trunk.

Instead of the original 5.3-liter Jaguar HE V12 engine which developed 262 horsepower and 290 pound-feet of torque, this XJS has been swapped to run a 6.0-liter Jaguar V12 from a 1995 model year car. The updated and enlarged engine makes 333 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque thanks to involvement on the part of TWR, who first enlarged the Jaguar V12 to six liters in 1985. While the 1986 V12 XJS used a three-speed ZF automatic, later cars with the 6.0 V12 came with the GM 4L80E four-speed. The V12 engine in this XJS has intake manifolds which display Jaguar Sport lettering and exhales through a custom dual exhaust system. Other features include custom E-Type-style louvers on the hood to help with cooling as well as hint at something a little extra under the hood, and its own laptop and interface for performance tuning in conjunction with the TWR-tuned powerplant.

The seller describes a total of more than $40,000 having been spent on this XJS during its refurbishment.