1988 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible

The XJS Convertible, which first appeared in 1988 at a price of £36,000, was considerably more than merely a coupé with the roof removed. The earlier 'T'-top cabriolet paved the way as the first open Jaguar since the demise of the E-Type in 1975, but this was to be the first full convertible and a strengthened sub-frame was employed in order to alleviate scuttle shake. It looked superb and elegant with the hood erect or folded and finally met the demands of the highly valued North American market. Retaining the roomy cockpit space of the coupé, the new convertible boasted a useful shelf for excess luggage and all the expected Jaguar refinements as standard. It made for a very fine open top grand touring car, exceeding the specification of other home-grown machinery and being much cheaper than the equivalent high-profile Mercedes SL. Today, this model is very much establishing itself as a most worthy latter-day classic, good examples being eagerly sought by connoisseurs of the marque.

This stunning right-hand drive XJS convertible was built in 1988 and finished in Ice Blue Metallic with a stunning cream leather interior and a blue mohair hood. Described as being in superb original condition, the car is showing just 18,568 miles on the odometer which we believe to be genuine with service records to corroborate its infrequent use. There is a blue mohair cover for the roof when it's folded down which looks to be in fine condition, along with a full complement of tools in the boot and all of the relevant manuals in their book pack

If 1980's styling is what you desire, then the XJS Convertible ticks the right boxes, and if you want a modern classic that delivers an enjoyable driving experience with the ability to get you to your destination quickly and in style, then this car has it in bucket loads. Sold with an MoT (expiry date of 30th May 2017), this beautiful XJS Convertible is ready for some roof down, late summer sunshine!