Coventry, England is located about 107 miles (and a two-hour drive) northwest of London. It is the ninth-biggest city in the U.K. and is known for its cobbled streets, unique cathedrals, medieval city walls, and strong ties to the automotive industry. That’s because Jaguar has headquartered its key manufacturing operations there for nearly 100 years. Our Pick of the Day is one of those cars assembled in Coventry that, nearly four decades later, is still on the road. This 1987 Jaguar XJ6 sedan is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Oradell, New Jersey.
“With only 61k original miles, this car has seen gentle use, has never been in an accident, and has always been garage-kept,” the listing begins.
Known for its elegant styling and smooth ride, the XJ was a British sedan that has held its own in the collector market for decades. It was produced from 1968 through 1992 across three different iterations: Series I (1968-73), Series II (1973-79), and Series III (1979-92). Given the car’s “animal” identity, Jaguar cleverly called it “evolution of the species.” This car hails from the final group.
True to its objective as a luxury sedan (or “saloon,” as they say in England), the Jaguar was appointed with a long list of creature comforts when new, like leather seats, power windows, polished walnut trim, air conditioning, telescoping steering wheel, and stereo.
This low-mileage XJ6 looks to be in phenomenal shape for being 38 years old. The seller states that the paint is original and the car has lived an accident-free life. The Slate Blue exterior complements the car’s lines well, and the tan leather upholstery is free of rips or tears, based on the photos in the listing.
Under the hood is a 4.2-liter inline-six featuring a Bosch fuel-injection system. A four-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. A four-wheel, power-assisted, anti-lock braking system was standard equipment. While specific maintenance items are not called out, the seller says the car has been mechanically restored.
The listing concludes, “Very few Jaguars remain in this kind of condition, making it a rare find for any classic car enthusiast or collector. This XJ6 delivers timeless style and dependable performance.”
The asking price for a stunning piece of British history is $20,000.
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