Hello everybody,

I started a XJ6/SMB project several years ago that is partially complete however I need to sell it. Briefly it is a black w/tan interior VDP with a very good body. It was a one owner car when I bought it and the engine needed replacing. I bought a kit from John’s cars in Texas, and a running 1997 Z28 Camaro from which I pulled the engine (LT-1)/trans/cats/ECU and wiring. It has not been installed. However the IRS has been fully rebuilt - new bearings/bushings everywhere, rebuilt driveshaft, calipers/pads new discs, shocks/springs, stainless exhaust pieces, u-joints, powder coated suspension pieces - essentially the IRS is basically new. I installed new fuel tanks, fuel lines/pump/filter and all brake & fuel lines running up to the front have been cleaned out and powder coated. Installed a new master cylinder too. The back 2/3 or the car has been undercoated (brush on, not cheap spray can stuff). It just needs the engine & trans installed. I have all the documentation for everything along with a new radiator, hoses and other misc items to finish it.

So here are some questions for everyone - all opinions welcome:

Would it make sense to sell the everything as a project car?
Is there “market” for XJ6/SMB project cars these days?
Or should I just sell off the eng/trans/ecu and IRS separately and ditch the car?

I have yet to post it for sale anywhere. I over $10k into it so far but would let it go for a lot less.
BTW I am located in North San Diego County.

Would love to get your feedback.

Thanks
-Dave

 

Posted for sale in the marketplace or the usual websites and list two prices, with or without engine. Someone probably wants the project with drivetrain and someone else just wants the car with no drivetrain. These cars have gotten more attention lately so there is def a market.

 

I agree with Brewtech

But.....

Condition of paint and leather, and amount of rust, can play a big part in the value of these cars. If the body and interior are primo you can probably come out OK on the deal.

Cheers
DD

 

Thanks Brewtech - good to know

 

Thanks Doug.
It's in very good shape for its age.
I will write something up and post it.

-Dave

 

How much did you pay for the car? The reason I ask is we often pay too much for projects we want to do. That is going to cloud your judgement.
I bought 2 Jaguar XJ6’s both nice rust free, great leather interiors. Both are running nicely now after I got them ready after a 20-35 year storage. ( ones a 72 ones a 85) I put new tires on the 85 and gave it to my granddaughter. The 72 I kept for myself. I have $500 in each. I suspect I could have talked him down some. But that was what they were worth to me.
For what it’s worth. The paint ( factory Lacquer ) on the 72 will buff out and provide a rich deep shine. While the newer one with the factory GM TPA ( Thermal Plastic Acrylic ) while buffing it brought the shines back. It’s the paint process that Jaguar bought from GM and to get a good finish will require a complete strip and repaint. So if there is any spiderwebbing or checking in the paint job at all, it’s time for a complete strip and repaint.

 

As someone who would love to have a series III stablemate to my Coupe, this is exactly the kind of finished sedan I would be looking for. An '87 VDP is a great year to have, Unfortunately, IMHO unless the paint is very good/excellent and the interior is beautiful along with working AC/Heat and no electrical issues, I can't see this coming anywhere close to double digits until it's fully completed.

 

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