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2020 Shannons Autumn Timed Online Auction
Lot
62

1983 Jaguar XJ-S HE Coupe

$18,000

Wednesday 3 June 8.01pm AEST*

Melbourne

Sold

Specifications

Engine 5.3 litre V12
Gearbox Four-speed Automatic
Body Work Coupe
Colour Cobalt Blue
Interior Beige
Trim Leather
Wheels Factory Jaguar Alloy
Brakes Disc/disc

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. It 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. In 1981, the XJ-S was updated to become the HE with a new high compression cylinder head design giving a noticeable improvement in fuel economy without sacrificing performance, while the interior also benefited from the addition of wood and chrome missing in the ‘70s original. Further developments included the adoption of anti-lock brakes. The XJ-S represents excellent value for money and most pundits agree prices can only increase for good specimens - while ownership brings great rewards.