1997 Jaguar XJ6

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1997 Jaguar XJ6, part of the X300 series, represented the final evolution of Jaguar’s classic inline-six luxury saloon before the transition to V8 power. Produced from 1994 to ’97, the XJ6 was the first XJ built entirely under Ford ownership, benefiting from a £200 million modernization program that introduced automated body welding and improved build quality. 

The XJ6 retained Jaguar’s hallmark independent rear suspension and elegant styling, with a curvaceous body, four round headlamps, and integrated body-colored bumpers replacing the previous generation’s flat lines and rubber trim2. Under the hood, it featured the refined AJ16 inline-six engine in 3.2-liter and 4.0-liter variants, paired with either a ZF automatic or Getrag manual transmission. The 4.0-liter version offered electronically controlled shifting with selectable driving modes. 

Interior updates included more sculpted seats, enhanced wood trim, and improved ergonomics. The long-wheelbase X330 variant added rear legroom and headroom, catering to luxury-focused buyers. The 1997 model also introduced the Executive trim as a run-out specification, offering upgraded features at a competitive price. 

The XJ6 X300 is remembered for its blend of traditional Jaguar elegance, improved reliability, and smooth performance — which the company declared, “The Jaguar XJ6 is a car of quiet authority, combining classic elegance with contemporary performance.” 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Generous Collection 

• Finished in Topaz Metallic (SDN) paint over Antelope leather (AGD) upholstery 

• Powered by a 4.0-liter AJ16 inline-six engine rated at 245 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque 

• ZF 4HP24 four-speed automatic transmission with selectable driving modes 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report  

Features 

• Four-door luxury sedan with sunroof 

• Power steering, brakes, windows, locks, mirrors, and seats 

• Dual-zone automatic climate control 

• Heated windshield 

• Rain-sensing wipers  

• 150-mph speedometer and 7,000-rpm tachometer  

• Jaguar/Dolby AM/FM/Cassette/CD stereo 

• Alarm and immobilizer system 

• Chrome wheels with Ohtsu FP7000 225/60R16 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Chrome coating scuffed on top portion of passenger taillight 

• Driver’s door trim is detached (but included) 

• Leather upholstery on both seats is cracked and missing pieces 

• Leather upholstery on passenger seat has been painted/coated 

• Wear on interior rear deck shelf 

Included 

• Carpeted floor mats 

• Keys 

• Leather folder with driver's handbook and info 

• Spare fuel pump 

• Spare SenSen strut and shock absorber 

Ownership History 

This 1997 Jaguar XJ6 is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places it in Tennessee and Alabama. 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.  

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com

Title in Transit:   

What does Title in Transit mean? 

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete. 

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.