1995 JAGUAR XJS 4.0 CELEBRATION CONVERTIBLE

This Jaguar XJS Celebration Convertible is a stylish British classic, presented in a superb factory colour scheme, and with just one private owner from new. It is powered by the 238bhp 4.0-litre ‘AJ16’ straight-six, coupled to a smooth four-speed ZF automatic transmission. The odometer shows 65,998 miles from new.

Built in 1995, this XJ-S is among the last examples built, and benefits from the ‘last of the line’ model improvements. The AJ16 engine in particular was enhanced with coil-on-plug ignition with no distributor, a new engine management system, upgraded pistons and magnesium alloy valve covers. Commemorating 60 years of Jaguar Cars, this is a ‘Celebration’ specification convertible with diamond-turned wheels, embossed seats, and a wood-rimmed steering wheel. First registered in August 1995, it is now offered for sale after 25 years in single ownership.

The bodywork is in excellent condition with factory shut lines, having never suffered from any accident damage. The Sapphire Blue paint finish has a wonderful deep shine across the panels, as the detailed photos in the gallery below show. A few small superficial imperfections are visible on the bumpers in the images, but the seller has polished these out since the photoshoot.

Its fabric hood is dark blue, and presents in superb order with no rips or tears, and with a rear screen that is free of clouding. The tonneau cover is cream leather to match the interior. The car rides on 16-inch five-spoke chromed alloy wheels, which have a few very minor marks but which are generally in very good order. All of the other brightwork looks smart, with no damage to the mirror caps, window surrounds, or front grille and headlight trims.

Inside, the cream leather upholstery is in superb condition, with only a few small marks around the trim. The seats are still holding their shape well, and while there is some slight wear noticeable on the driver’s base and bolsters, the leather is in great shape for a 25-year-old unrestored car. Factory-fitted equipment includes air-conditioning, cruise control, and a boot-mounted CD changer connected to the original Jaguar radio and cassette head unit.

Over the last few years, the car has been driven sparingly, with only 1,500 miles covered since 2014, and is currently under a valid SORN certificate. Its last scheduled maintenance was in June 2017 at 65,647 miles, when it received a service and adjustment of the front wheel bearings. An ABS warning light came on during 2019, but this was attended to by specialist S.E. Jags in Charlton with the fitment of a replacement motor pump and module. The rear trailing arm bushes were noted as worn during the most recent service, and the coil springs may need replacing soon.

Previous recent services were carried out in June 2016 at 65,538 miles, and in June 2015 at 65,339 miles. The latter also included replacement of the front and rear brake flexi hoses, as well as new front anti-roll bar bushes.

The most recent MOT took place on 21 July 2020 at 65988 miles, when it achieved a first-time pass with no advisories whatsoever. The tyres are all in good condition with plenty of tread - and there is a full-size unused matching spare in the boot.

Accompanying the car is the original owner’s handbook and user guides, plus a replacement stamped maintenance record covering services from new until 2003. MOT history then evidences the mileage to 2012, from where there are invoices on file. An almost complete tool kit is also present, with only one cross-head screwdriver missing.

This Jaguar XJS Celebration Convertible is a very smart example of a classy British tourer, presented in honest and impressive overall condition. A great modern classic to take out on B-roads during the warm summer weather, this is also a collectable ‘final generation’ model with a very elegant specification, offered by its first and only owner.

Service and MOT history on file:

• 15 Jul 1996 - 6,917 miles (Service)
• 7 Jul 1997 - 15,311 miles (Service)
• 10 Jun 1998 - 23,129 miles (Service)
• 20 May 1999 - 26,585 miles (Service)
• 17 Jul 2000 - 31,201 miles (Service)
• 11 Jul 2001 - 32,754 miles (Service)
• 15 May 2003 - 34,836 miles (Service)
• 27 Jun 2006 - 45,098 miles (MOT)
• 18 Jun 2007 - 49,841 miles (MOT)
• 16 Jun 2008 - 52,322 miles (MOT)
• 22 Jun 2009 - 55,368 miles (MOT)
• 22 Apr 2010 - 56,944 miles (MOT)
• 16 May 2011 - 58,190 miles (MOT)
• 29 Mar 2012 - 59,704 miles (Service)
• 30 May 2012 - 60,932 miles (Service and MOT)
• 30 May 2013 - 63,330 miles (MOT)
• 29 May 2014 - 64,477 miles (Service and MOT)
• 5 Jun 2015 - 65,339 miles (Service and MOT)
• 30 Jun 2016 - 65,538 miles (Service and MOT)
• 28 Jun 2017 - 65,647 miles (Service and MOT)
• 23 Jul 2018 - 65,681 miles (MOT)
• 3 Jul 2019 - 65,851 miles (MOT)
• 21 Jul 2020 - 65,988 miles (MOT)
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