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2011 Shannons Melbourne Summer Classic Auction
Lot
4

1976 Jaguar XJ-S Coupe (Modified)

$2,000

Sold

Specifications

Engine V12 , 5.3litre
Gearbox Automatic
Body Work Coupe
Colour Metallic Blue
Interior Beige
Trim Leather
Wheels Cast Alloy
Brakes Discs

Description

This lot is no longer available

Introduced at the 1975 Frankfurt Motor Show, the XJ-S ushered in a new generation of GT motoring from Jaguar with elegant styling, superlative performance and exceptional luxury and remained in production for the best part of two decades - testament to the popularity of the original concept and quality of the design. The XJ-S was powered by the superbly refined and smoothly powerful 60-degree all-alloy V12, with a single overhead camshaft per bank, fuel injection and 285bhp produced from 5.3-litres to provide effortless performance. To match the smoothness of the V12, the vast majority were sold with three (later four) speed automatic transmissions. The XJ-S represents excellent value for money and most pundits agree prices can only increase for good specimens - while ownership brings great rewards.