My XJS - What do you Think!!
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My XJS - What do you Think!!
My original post has been out for a couple of days but no responses…It seemed that there was some interest in this type of format,
Maybe it got lost in the old post, so I thought I would do a new and separate post.
I am 76 yrs. old
Self taught since 1961 and still learning everyday
Other than family cars Almost everything I have owned has been a British Sports Cars, Corvette, Fiat 124 Spyder, Mercedes 560 SL
Current Vehicle is a 1996 XJS 2+2
Please view and comment and let us know “What You Think”
All intact no bumper block rash!!
Engine compartment is spotless
I refinished the steering wheel last year
All interior panel are original no cracks or chips
111K miles on odometer
Drivers seat was completely taken apart. Each panel of leather separated replaced if deteriorated. Saved the original Leaper on Seat. Leather purchased from company in Calif. and matched beautifully. While seat apart bladder was repaired and now functions properly.
Original Convertible top (26yrs. Old) and insulation and head liner completely removed and refurbished. Head Liner was washed and reinstalled as is no issues, Horsehair Insulation cover totally disintegrated. Made a new insulation cover and installed. Top panels taken apart and restitched, Looks Like new but is starting to show age.
All wheels hand polished
Please let us know what you think and remember how this post started. Just wanted to let you know hat cars with mileage can look Great also!!!
Don’t be afraid to comment and let’s get the ball rolling!!
Softball60/Paul
Maybe it got lost in the old post, so I thought I would do a new and separate post.
I am 76 yrs. old
Self taught since 1961 and still learning everyday
Other than family cars Almost everything I have owned has been a British Sports Cars, Corvette, Fiat 124 Spyder, Mercedes 560 SL
Current Vehicle is a 1996 XJS 2+2
Please view and comment and let us know “What You Think”
All intact no bumper block rash!!
Engine compartment is spotless
I refinished the steering wheel last year
All interior panel are original no cracks or chips
111K miles on odometer
Drivers seat was completely taken apart. Each panel of leather separated replaced if deteriorated. Saved the original Leaper on Seat. Leather purchased from company in Calif. and matched beautifully. While seat apart bladder was repaired and now functions properly.
Original Convertible top (26yrs. Old) and insulation and head liner completely removed and refurbished. Head Liner was washed and reinstalled as is no issues, Horsehair Insulation cover totally disintegrated. Made a new insulation cover and installed. Top panels taken apart and restitched, Looks Like new but is starting to show age.
All wheels hand polished
Please let us know what you think and remember how this post started. Just wanted to let you know hat cars with mileage can look Great also!!!
Don’t be afraid to comment and let’s get the ball rolling!!
Softball60/Paul
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Greg in France (09-19-2021)
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Thanks for the feed back.
1. Like Grant stated “Mileage is just a number”,
2. “95 CAT” Maybe after my thread goes through the process you can give us a presentation on the 95 you just purchased
3. Thanks for the responses.
4. “Greg & Brinny” What would something like this sell for in your part of the world
If you go back and look at the “IDEA” posts, separate thread…..We are also looking for some potential $$$$$ dollar value you think it’s worth. The dollar value should hopefully be in your local currency.
My merc 560SL owned (11yrs.) and 250K miles, just prior to the XJS was sold to a person in Germany for a lot more than I paid for it. I might sell the XJS overseas if prices are strong.
Thanks
Softball60/Paul
I would have thought I might get a couple of questions regarding the effort on the driver seat and Convertible Top system or the Spray cab repaint of the hood (Bonnet).
Thanks
1. Like Grant stated “Mileage is just a number”,
2. “95 CAT” Maybe after my thread goes through the process you can give us a presentation on the 95 you just purchased
3. Thanks for the responses.
4. “Greg & Brinny” What would something like this sell for in your part of the world
If you go back and look at the “IDEA” posts, separate thread…..We are also looking for some potential $$$$$ dollar value you think it’s worth. The dollar value should hopefully be in your local currency.
My merc 560SL owned (11yrs.) and 250K miles, just prior to the XJS was sold to a person in Germany for a lot more than I paid for it. I might sell the XJS overseas if prices are strong.
Thanks
Softball60/Paul
I would have thought I might get a couple of questions regarding the effort on the driver seat and Convertible Top system or the Spray cab repaint of the hood (Bonnet).
Thanks
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Equiprx,
Thanks
You are correct on both,
1. On the cam cover the paint flaws are caused by the outgassing of the magnesium casting…..Not sure I want to touch the original surface.
2. Switches…….Yes….You have a good eye….I will either replace or try to repair.
3. What do you think its’ worth????
Softball60/Paul
Thanks
You are correct on both,
1. On the cam cover the paint flaws are caused by the outgassing of the magnesium casting…..Not sure I want to touch the original surface.
2. Switches…….Yes….You have a good eye….I will either replace or try to repair.
3. What do you think its’ worth????
Softball60/Paul
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I haven't been following prices since I passed my XJS on to a new owner years ago.
Also it depends on where you are in the world.
What it's worth is always about what the market will bear.
This is what a dealer in California is asking for one similar.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto...381673187.html
This one needs a head gasket, so the seller claims, but condition overall is not as nice as yours.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto...380701662.html
If you need some switches I may have some in better nic.
Please contact me off line if you want more info.
Also it depends on where you are in the world.
What it's worth is always about what the market will bear.
This is what a dealer in California is asking for one similar.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto...381673187.html
This one needs a head gasket, so the seller claims, but condition overall is not as nice as yours.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto...380701662.html
If you need some switches I may have some in better nic.
Please contact me off line if you want more info.
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Really nice looking car. I am impressed with the effort to repair the seat upholstery and top. 111.000 miles isn't that much, especially with the AJ16 engine. Better to drive the car and keep up maintenance on it then to let it sit and rot. Even if garaged it will deteriorate over time from dis use.
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Thorsen,
Possibly ???????
Thinking of buying another and starting all over.
Whereabouts in Chicago are you from. Lived in Chicago for 6 yrs. Downtown on Michigan Ave. across the street from Grant Park. Used to love driving w/my old Harley and making lots of noise!!!!!!!
A sheet of items I missed.
Just finished the convertible top pump rebuild a couple of days ago.
Softball60/Paul
Possibly ???????
Thinking of buying another and starting all over.
Whereabouts in Chicago are you from. Lived in Chicago for 6 yrs. Downtown on Michigan Ave. across the street from Grant Park. Used to love driving w/my old Harley and making lots of noise!!!!!!!
A sheet of items I missed.
Just finished the convertible top pump rebuild a couple of days ago.
Softball60/Paul
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