2026-09-15 11:35:55 | pauls writes:

Car at auction 9/26

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1985-jaguar-xj-s-36-coupe-manual-59870-miles-gNP3 ...

1985 Jaguar XJ-S 3.6 Coupé Manual - 59,870 Miles

Colour Bronze

Odometer 59,870 Miles

Engine size 3590cc

Transmission Manual, 5 speed

Steering position Right Hand Drive

Seller Type Private

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Increasingly rare, five-speed manual variant

Extensive mechanical work in recent years, documented with invoices

Antelope exterior with lattice-style alloy wheels

‘Buckskin’ leather interior

New headliner fitted in 2025

Covered just over 4,000 miles since May 2018

Comprehensive history file dating back to 1985

Voluntary MOT valid until 14 August 2027, no advisories

This 1985 coupé features that 3.6-litre engine, coupled to a five-speed manual gearbox. The seller states that they bought the car 13 months ago, during which time the car has only been driven in dry conditions and stored in a garage. The car comes with a comprehensive history file from 1985 to the present day, including the original sales letter. It has covered just over 4,000 miles since May 2018. 

The car’s exterior is finished in metallic ‘Antelope’ paint, with no visible blemishes, and twin yellow pinstripes that run the length of the body. It is fitted with the later ‘lattice’-style alloy wheels, and its chrome-work is bright. Inside, the Leather interior in ‘Buckskin’ colour is extremely well-presented, with the original carpet covered to protect it. The seller notes that some veneer sections have been replaced.

 The seller states that the car “drives like new”. It is sure to bring grand touring pleasure to its new owner.

 Key Information

Mileage: 59,870 miles (indicated, vendor reports to be correct)

Country of registration: United Kingdom

Technical inspection status: MOT exempt; voluntary MOT valid until 14 August 2027

Technical specs: 3,590cc 222bhp inline 6-cylinder petrol, 5-speed manual

Paperwork: V5C, MOT certificate, original service book stamped until at least 1998 (45,000 miles), comprehensive history including original Jaguar ‘thank you for purchase’ letter and invoices dating back to 1985, original May 1984 price list

Most recent work:

06/23 – £309.13 – RH Classics (Invoice #5322)

 New water hose, new battery

07/21 – £5,236.42 – RH Classics (Invoice #2216)

 Rear axle rebuild, refurbishment of wheels

The Detail

Antelope metallic exterior

Leather interior in ‘Buckskin’ colour

‘Lattice’-style alloy wheels fitted (spare is original ‘pepper pot’ style)

Jaguar rear mud flaps fitted

Upgraded Sony stereo with 10-CD changer in boot

Comprehensive history file, including original sales letter

Comes with full set of keys

MOT exempt; voluntary MOT valid until 14 August 2027