Description

This 1988 Jaguar XJS was converted from a coupe into a convertible by Ohio-based coachbuilder Hess & Eisenhardt and is finished in white over black leather. Power comes from a 5.3-liter V12 paired with a three speed-automatic transmission. Additional equipment includes a power-operated black convertible top, power-adjustable and heated front seats, automatic climate control, cruise control, and an aftermarket Pioneer CD stereo. The car was initially registered in Florida and spent time in Michigan before it was acquired by the selling dealer. This XJS is offered by the selling dealer with manufacturer’s literature, a clean Carfax report a clean Michigan title and EU import papers.

Hess & Eisenhardt were commissioned by Jaguar to convert XJS coupes to convertibles between 1986 and 1988. This example is finished in white and features chrome-trimmed bumpers and mirrors as well as fog lights, a power antenna, pinstripes, dual exhaust outlets, and Hess & Eisenhardt badges behind both front wheels. The selling dealer notes that the soft top was replaced in 2016. Rust repair done by the selling dealer included repair of the left rear lower fender and right floor corner. Rust repair pictures can be seen in the photo gallery. All body parts still have the original VIN sticker.

Five-spoke 15″ wheels are wrapped in 215/70 Sumitomo Touring LST tires. A full-size spare is located in the rear cargo area and protected by a black wheel cover. Curb rash is visible on the right-front wheel.

The cabin features bolstered seats upholstered in black leather along with matching carpets, floor mats, and burl wood veneers accenting the dashboard, center console, and door panels. Amenities include power-adjustable and heated front seats, automatic climate control, cruise control, an onboard computer, and an aftermarket Pioneer CD stereo. The air conditioning works & the central arm rest has been redone due to cracking.

The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and gauges for fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and voltage. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 67k miles.

The 5.3-liter V12 was rated at 263 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque when new, and it sends power to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission. The selling dealer states that service since approximately 65k miles has included an oil change and replacement of the radiator, alternator, oil pan gasket, and valve cover gaskets. On top of that, an extensive rebuild of the front and rear subframe and suspension has been done in total of 6.600 EUR. This invoice can be seen in the photo gallery.

Additional photos of the underbody can be viewed in the gallery as well as paint meter readings. A walkaround video has been submitted as well.