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So, in another thread, Rivguy said he saw a very nice, 50k mile '91 V12 XJS Coupe at a local shop (Oakland CA). No motor or transmission from a small fire, otherwise great shape. He said the shop owner was putting it on eBay.
So I found the auction. $999 starting bid. What the heck? So I bid. Was outbid a couple of times, then decided just to drop it. Oh well. The other bidder must have been the seller, because he withdrew it, and I was winning.
And I won it for the opening price.
Now all I have to do is ship from CA to GA. Actually not that expensive.
Thing is, not only is it beautiful, but it's exactly what I need. I picked up my '94 4.0 XJS Coupe with the thought in my mind that I would eventually lump it with an LS engine (yeah I know). But the '94 is in remarkable shape and I'm enjoying it for what it is. But I still want to do a swap. And now I can.
Then there's this: locally, I've been in contact with a guy who has an 87k mile '95 XJ12 (X305) that he wants to sell for $1000 (he's posted it on the forum). If I pick that up and it's in good shape, I would have the option of putting the 6.0 with a 4L80 into the XJS.
No kidding! That black interior is beautiful! Anybody with decent mechanical skills can lump a Jag, but it takes a true enthusiast to drive and maintain a V12 powered Jag.
Very nice! Now then, V12 plus 2 superchargers please! And while you're at it: fit a 5 speed manual
Well, my first option may end up being the 6.0 out of the '95 XJ12, since it will cost me only $1k, then I can do a 5-speed swap for another $2k or so, then I can flip the car to an enthusiast for say $10k or so. Alas, I'm not in it for the money...
Originally Posted by JagCad
Although, failing to source a sound V12 at the right price, an LS1 done the Jaguar-Specialties way would be awesome.
I've built LS1's for my old '04 GTO, and that would be an inexpensive option. However, I love the LS3, and even the supercharged LSA can be had, so I'm thinking something with at least 600 rwhp. Plus I'd love a 6L80E rather than the GM 400 or 4L80E.
Originally Posted by Mac Allan
Do a Tesla style lump. With the V12 out, that's a ton of room for batteries! EDIT - There was an electric converted Mustang Fastback on some tv show that 800HP and 1800 lbs of torque!
You're talking to the only forum member who has actually drag raced an electric car. Namely, a leased Volt. Great car with amazing technology, fun to drive.
Here I am at a charity race (my Camaro was broken):
Carlos and his Dad JC are good folks. Looks like a win-win situation. The car wins too!
It was your post, of course, that caused all this. And for that, I'm grateful. They came across as honest and trustworthy people enthusiastic about their work. So I bid with confidence.
I just checked the VIN, and it's one of the last 100 pre-facelift cars. I suppose that makes it a little special.
That would be an option if I picked up a V12 with the 4L80. Alas, today, I looked at an 85k mile 6.0 V12. No go. Too many uncertainties.
Chevy Performance has their connect and cruise kits, some of which come with the 4L85E, but most come with the 6L80E, which I'm very familiar with and know how to program.
That car was close by us and both myself and smgdata were considering doing something with it. Glad it went to a fellow forum member. It looked siperb from what we could see in the pictures. And it is well worth $1000, the interior is worth that alone.
Personally Id love to see the later 6.0 V12 going into it, but whatever you put in it, its one more XJ-S back from the brink.
That car was close by us and both myself and smgdata were considering doing something with it. Glad it went to a fellow forum member. It looked siperb from what we could see in the pictures. And it is well worth $1000, the interior is worth that alone.
Personally Id love to see the later 6.0 V12 going into it, but whatever you put in it, its one more XJ-S back from the brink.
Keep us posted on your progress
Found a donor motor.
1990 XJS Coupe, V12, 70k miles.
It arrives tomorrow. $550.
So I guess this means I'll be saving 1&1/2 XJS's. The '90 was headed to the crusher.
Before you crushould it I could use the panels in the front wheel wells between the wheel and door. Pm me and let me know if the are good and if your willing to sell
Before you crushould it I could use the panels in the front wheel wells between the wheel and door. Pm me and let me know if the are good and if your willing to sell
Oh no worries. I *saved* it from the crusher. It was literally on the trailer, ready to be sent to its doom.