1994 Jaguar XJS Convertible

Description

Since its launch in 1975, Jaguar’s flagship GT had gradually matured over the succeeding decade and a half, receiving numerous styling updates, higher-efficiency six and twelve-cylinder engines, and a fixed-roof targa body style by 1983. A factory convertible followed in 1988, removing the controversial flying buttresses at the rear and creating a truly open-air motoring experience. Final updates arrived under Ford ownership in 1991, with the introduction of Series III  — by far the most refined and best-looking iteration of the Malcolm Sayer design. While it lost its hyphen on the trunk lid, the new “XJS” gained more aerodynamic, rounded front and rear bumpers, new taillights, and tasteful interior flourishes on the instrument panel and center console. The six-cylinder option grew to 4.0 liters, increasing its output to 223 horsepower, while new coil-on-plug ignition further improved reliability. Offered from one of the final years of an incredible 21-year production life, this 1994 XJS Convertible represents the ultimate expression of Jaguar’s world-class grand tourer. 

Highlights 

• Two-owner vehicle held by the original owner for nearly three decades (1994-2023) 

• Series III XJS benefitting from substantial revisions including styling updates inside and out, an enlarged 4.0-liter inline-six, and outboard brakes 

• Finished in Glacier White with a Beige convertible top, both said to be in excellent condition 

• Biscuit leather interior with burl walnut accents showing no cracks or chips 

• 4.0-liter “AJ16” inline-six, mated to a ZF four-speed automatic transmission with “Normal/Sport” modes 

• Dayton chrome wire wheels mounted with new Cooper Radial GT tires in 2022 

• Optional Sport Handling Package (Sport-tuned springs, dampers, and anti-roll bar) 

• $62,255 MSRP when new 

• Showing 88,006 miles at the time of listing 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Power-operated top and windows 

• Four-wheel power-assisted brakes 

• Speed-sensitive power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering 

• Limited-slip differential 

• Four-wheel independent suspension with front anti-dive geometry 

• Stowage pouches on front seats 

• 2+2 seating 

• Fully reclining sport-style seats with power adjustment and power lumbar support 

• Illuminated sun visor-mounted vanity mirrors with courtesy lights 

• Vehicle security system with remote entry and courtesy headlight delay 

• Central locking doors and trunk 

• Door-open/curb illumination lights  

• Automatic climate control with CFC-free air conditioning 

• Leather-covered vertically-adjustable four-position steering wheel 

• Analog electric clock 

• Trip computer 

• Cruise control 

• In-car 80-watt entertainment system  

Known Imperfections 

• Minor wear on the driver’s outer seat bolster 

Included 

• Tonneau cover with storage bag 

• Owner’s manuals and folio 

• Two factory key fobs, numerous spare keys 

• Spare  

• Jack 

Ownership History 

According to the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this is a one-owner vehicle showing registration and service history in Utah from 1994-2020. The consigning dealer acquired the car in early 2023.