When did the Jaguar XJ12L come out?
Despite the S3 E-Type having the option of manual transmission, the 12 pot XJ would only ever be offered with the Borg Warner slushbox. Late in 1972 Jaguar introduced the long wheel base XJ6L and XJ12L, offering an extra 4 inches legroom to the rear seating area.
Is it possible to buy a Jaguar XJ?
Nowadays an XJ can be bought for relatively little, although for that price you’d be buying nothing more than a crusty geriatric with one pair of wheels already in the crusher. Perhaps more than with any other ‘popular classic’, the XJ must be bought very carefully indeed, if financial meltdown and ruin is to be avoided.
When did the XJ12 series 3 come out?
The Series 3, as this revised car was known, continued in production til 1986, some 18 years after the first XJ had been launched, and still had XK power. The square rigged XJ40 series took over the XJ6 mantle in the showrooms, although it would be a few more years before the V12 S3 disappeared altogether from the Browns’ Lane plant.
When did the Jaguar xj6c go out of production?
Both Jaguar and Daimler versions were offered, with either 4.2 or 5.3 power. Combined, production of the XJ6C and XJ12C barely crept over 7,000 units, by the time production of the 2 door ended in 1977.
Which is the best year to buy a Jaguar XJ?
Posts: 9. The Jaguar XJ 2006 remains one of the best luxury cars you can buy. It also appears to be one of the best values, at least in terms of price paid for the luxury it exudes. When a Jaguar XJ rolls up, it makes a statement of true luxury.
Why are Jaguar XJ6 and XJ12 not worth more?
The V-12 is more difficult to maintain, and overheating issues were exacerbated by catalytic converters raising under-hood temperatures to crematorium levels. Rubber fuel hoses in the V never stood a chance. Ray Nierlich is a lifetime Jaguar expert, and has been Dr. Jaguar in Newport Beach for 25 years.
When did the Jaguar xj-40 replace the XJ12?
Pininfarina raised the roof of the rear and smoothed out the rear fender line. Quality control finally improved for 1982, when the excellent HE V-12 was introduced; before that it bordered on sabotage. The XJ-40 replaced the XJ6 for 1987, while the XJ12 soldiered on until 1991.
Is the Jaguar XJ worth as much as a Ferrari?
However, deferred maintenance led to catastrophic failures and repairing a V-12 Jaguar can be almost as expensive as a comparable Ferrari. If you’re interested, look for a one-owner car. A pre-purchase inspection is vital and complete service records are essential. Make sure everything works.