1977 Jaguar XJ 4.2C Auto

We can only imagine the astonishment that must have greeted the launch of the second generation XJ in 1973 because there in the line up was a new coupe, it certainly grabbed all the attention. Unheard of before or since, the new car, married a beautiful two door shape and elegant pillarless styling. Arriving at this lithe new shape brought with it several headaches, mainly concerning those cool new windows. For one, Jaguars designers had to come up with a way of getting the rear side glass to miss the wheel arches when lowered. Secondly the actual launch was delayed by two years due to getting a wind tight seal between the side windows and bodywork proved frustratingly difficult. Its début was in 1973 but didn't go on sale until spring of 1975. Sir William Lyons is reputed to have said that the XJ-C was his favourite of all the Jaguars he oversaw during his career

Finished in Old English White with contrasting tan velour interior this particular XJ Coupe has only covered 49000 warranted miles from new and has been owned by three enthusiasts in its entire life, the first for 29 years. And it shows! The vendor informs us that the structure of this car is superb throughout ~ the car was subject to a windows out, chrome off repaint in 2009 which also included new windows and door rubbers all round. The car has a deep mirror finish throughout and looks superb.

The car is reported to fire immediately from cold, the auto choke works perfectly and the car soon settles to an even tickover. It is reported to drive beautifully with no nasty knocks or rattles, the transmission is reported to operate without fault changing up and down the through the ratios without any drama. The vendor informs us of a complete new rear suspension system whilst the front has also been completely overhauled.

All electrics and gauges are in good working order as is the condition of the walnut dash. The velour seating is nicely padded throughout and is complimented by excellent carpets and headlining. The car is reported to come with an amazingly detailed maintenance and repair history including most MOT certificates, letters from previous owners and a Jaguar Heritage Certificate. Sold with an MOT certificate till January 2015 and taxed till October 2014 this car is ready to be driven or displayed in equal measures.