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Rare Perfection 1994 Jaguar Xjs Convertible Fully Serviced Impeccable 34k Miles on 2040-cars

Year:1994 Mileage:34621 Color: DIAMOND BLUE METALLIC /
 DOESKIN LEATHER
Location:

Boulder City, Nevada, United States

Boulder City, Nevada, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:4.0 Liter DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: SAJNX2741RC190135
Make: Jaguar
Number of Cylinders: 6
Model: XJS
Year: 1994
Trim: XJS 2+2 CONVERTIBLE IMMACULATE FULLY SERVICED
Warranty: EXTENDED AVAILABLE
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, Convertible
Mileage: 34,621
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Sub Model: XJS 2+2 CONVERTIBLE IMMACULATE FULLY SERVICED
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: DIAMOND BLUE METALLIC
Interior Color: DOESKIN LEATHER

     

1994 JAGUAR XJS 2+2 convertible

1994 Jaguar XJS 2+2 Convertible

 

34,621 Documented Original Miles

 

Leather Walnut Interior/Diamond Blue Exterior

Spectacular Everywhere

 

Fully Serviced/Detailed Service History Since Day One

 

Ultra Low Mileage • Spectacular Body and Paint • Near Functional Perfection

 

We Want Your Business

Please call and we can discuss your serious and intelligent offer.

Be confident your intent to buy will be met by me, the owner, courteously.

Thanks,

Doug Williams

702-353-7500

1994 Jaguar XJS 2+2 Convertible

VIN: SAJNX2741RC190135

Odometer: 34,621

Engine: 4.0 Liter DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder

Transmission: ZF 4-Speed Automatic

Exterior: Diamond Blue metallic  (JFN)

Interior: Doeskin leather  (AEE)

Built: September, 1993 - Browns Lane - Coventry, England

 

Over 128 high resolution pictures below.

 

Standard and Optional Equipment

4.0 Liter DOHC In-Line 6 Cylinder

237hp @ 4,700/282lb-ft. torque @ 4,000 RPM

ZF 4-Speed Automatic with Sport/Normal/Delete 1st Gear Start Modes

Power Rack and Pinion Speed Sensitive Steering

4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes with ABS

Twin Wishbone Coil Spring Front Suspension

Independent Rear Suspension with Dual Coil-over Springs/Shocks (4-total at the rear)

Monocoque Body Construction

Direct Glazed Front Windshield

Styled Halogen Headlamps

Power Convertible Top with Glass Rear Window

Matching Top Boot

2-Speed Intermittent Windshield Wipers with Single Wipe and Heated Jets

Rear Defrost

Chrome Power Heated Outside Mirrors

Power Windows with Solar Blocking Tinted Glass

Twin Exhaust with Chrome Oval Tailpipe Finishers

Front Seat Storage Pockets

Walnut Interior Trim

2+2 Seating

6-Way Power Heated Front Seats With Power Lumbar

Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors

Driver and Front Passenger Airbags

Vehicle Security System

Central Locking

Air Conditioning with Automatic Climate Control

Leather Covered/Tilt Steering Wheel

Digital Clock

Cruise Control

On-Board Computer

AM/FM Stereo/Cassette

Power Antenna

Two Position Driver's Seat/Door Mirror Memory

Smoked Tail Lights

Carpeted Floor Mats

Full Size Spare/Jack/Tools

3.54 Limit Slip Rear Axle

 

Other Items

6.5 x 15 Cross-Lace Alloy Wheels

Pirelli P600 Steel Belted Radials P235/60R15

 

 

Backstory from the owner...

You are looking for the finest Jaguar you can find.  You are here because the excellence found in your neck of the woods is a joke.  I know exactly how you feel.  I attend specialty and dealer-only auctions every week searching for the best of the best in what I like to call, "niche autos."  I scan lists of over 3,000 vehicles locally each week and select cars I've come to know are hard to find and that fit my business model of marketing exclusively on eBay.  A low mileage drophead Jag will make my list every single time but just a small percentage of cars end up being worth my hard earned money.  I'll see a dozen or so of all types each year (27-years in the business/doing this online last 7 years) and what that means for you is; I have looked at, touched, smelled and walked away from a lot of Jaguars.  I am extremely picky and this convertible is one of a precious handful nice enough to justify the considerable efforts of me and my staff.  Past ownership, service history and condition, condition, condition are what matters.  High performance collectables are not always treated well, but a precious few are taken care of and given proper respect.  Beautiful paint, spectacular interior, service history and an absolute knock-out to see in person - as good as these pictures are, they can't possibly convey the awesome visual impact this car has in real life.  What else could you want?  A great deal?  I have that covered too but you will not be purchasing this ultra rare condition car for wholesale or even low book value.  You already know you get what you pay for and if you want documented service, exceptional condition and true excellence, this 1994 Jaguar XJS 2+2 convertible represents a rare opportunity.  Read all about this remarkable car, examine every picture in detail, see the amazing quality up close and personal and then make your call and give me an offer.  I promise, you will not be disappointed.

                                                                                                              Doug - Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc.

 

Sublime.  This 1994 Jaguar 2+2 convertible is perhaps the highest quality, most carefully maintained XJS available for purchase in the world.  A bold statement and easy to justify with a car this special.  Purchased new in California, the 34,621 miles accumulated slowly and service was frequent.  It has never been in an accident and the paint and exterior trim suggest nothing other than indoor storage.  Everything works, nothing is broken, it's spotless under the bonnet and assembly line fresh underneath.  This is how a top level, high quality classic is supposed to look.  This is how a new Jaguar is supposed to drive.  Having averaged barely 1,700 miles annually since new, this XJS is sublime . . .

 

 

With no accident history, panel alignment is superb and seams are tight.  Tap the key, click the 4-speed automatic in drive and experience how completely beguiling British performance and luxury can feel.  Few cars are as free from vibration and none own the road or turn as many heads as this XJS certainly does . . .

 

 

available dates/mileage
8-1-93 vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer  
9-93 compliance label build date
12-15-93 California DMV  
12-26-93 California DMV - Burlingame  
11-24-95 California emissions - Belmont 2,785
11-21-96 California DMV - Burlingame  
10-20-97 California emissions - Belmont 5,165
11-9-98 service facility - vehicle serviced 5,748
10-28-99 California emissions/service facility - Belmont, California - vehicle serviced 6,500
12-7-99 California DMV - Burlingame  
10-29-01 California emissions/service facility - Belmont, California - vehicle serviced 8,531
5-15-02 Putnam Lexus - Redwood City. California - vehicle serviced 8,949
10-22-03 California emissions 9,591
5-18-04 AAA - new battery  
7-12-04 California emissions/DMV 10,107
7-22-04 California DMV - Oakland  
7-5-05 California DMV - Folsom 15,054
7-27-05 Putnam Lexus - Redwood City, California - inspection  
7-28-05 California emissions 15,498
10-20-05 California DMV - Folsom  
10-30-05 California DMV - Folsom  
1-26-06 Putnam Lexus - Redwood City, California - inspection, new pinion seals  
2-8-07 Putnam Lexus - Redwood City, California - recommended maintenance, adjust parking brake, new wipers, LOF  
9-17-07 California emissions 27,929
11-2-07 California DMV - Folsom  
6-4-09 Putnam Lexus - Redwood City, California - inspection, LOF 31,885
11-5-09 California emissions - Folsom 33,069
7-31-12 California DMV - Waltham, Massachusetts  
9-18-13 AAA - new battery 34,543
9-19-13 Nevada emissions - Las Vegas 34,545
9-20-13 Nevada DMV - Las Vegas  
8-6-14 Carmax - Henderson, Nevada 34,600
8-12-14 A-Best Auto - Henderson, Nevada - repair brake light switch and shift interlock, new valve cover gasket, plugs and wires, evac/recharge air conditioner, 9-quart synthetic LOF 34,604
8-13-14 Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc. - Boulder City, Nevada 34,619
8-22-14 current 34,621

 

 

Precision and finesse with every turn of the wheel, every sure application of the brakes.  This is refinement, with no pretense and it's baked into a Jaguar's DNA.  This seductive cat redefines what a 20 year old "used" car can be.  Exterior bright work is stunning, all lenses look new and the doors, bonnet and boot open smooth and close new car solid.

 

 

Long and lithe, this XJS is completely British and the very definition of what a Jaguar is.  It was assembled at Browns Lane in Coventry, with uncompromising style and craftsmanship.  Unparalleled quality and a great maintenance record, the lucky winner of this drophead need not make any compromises in his or her expectations, however extreme . . .

 

 

Top-down profile is timeless and top condition itself is practically perfect.  It powers down and back up again flawlessly and the matching boot snaps into place easily.  Component fit is factory fresh, exterior lenses are clear and bright and soft trim seems unaffected by exposure.  A car at this condition level actually increases in value the longer and closer you look.  That's the kind of quality this XJS has and with only 34,621 miles, this unbelievable Jag is an extremely rare car.  This 1994 Jaguar XJS convertible was a classic the day it rolled off the assembly line and its future collectability is assured.  Like most owners, you probably won't be selling it any time soon . . .

 

 

Jaguar calls this leather, "Doeskin" and you won't find a single rip or tear.  It is in fact (like everything else) one of the highest quality interiors we've ever seen on any car, regardless of mileage . . .

 

 

Both seats are 6-way power adjustable, heated and have power lumbar.  There are two airbags and unlike some XJS convertibles, this is a 2+2 so, in a pinch, people can ride in the back . . .

(back seat use ideal for short trips, small/adorable children, large/un-adorable adults and/or annoying people)

 

 

There it is; about 4.7 miles a day since new . . .

 

 

4.0 Liter DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine

237 horsepower @ 4,700/282 ft-lb torque @ 4,000 RPM

Clean, dry, reliable and silky smooth . . .

 

 

Low mileage Jags this beautiful underneath usually command a hefty premium.

Yep . . .

 

 

Brand new, brand new, brand new . . .

 

 

VIN Decode: SAJNX2741RC190135
country S England
manufacturer A Jaguar Cars Ltd.
division J Jaguar
model N XJS
restraint system X driver and passenger airbags
body style 2 2+2 convertible
engine 7 4.0 liter inline 6-cylinder
transmission/drive 4 4-speed automatic, left hand drive
check digit 1 matches per NHTSA
model year R 1994
assembly plant C Browns Lane - Coventry, England
sequential production number 190135

 

 

Compliance label with September, 1993 build date.

 

 

Owner books.

 

A note from the owner.

I am a “used car dealer” but before that, I’m an automobile enthusiast.  I love original rare and high quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade I’ve been in business, have come to appreciate an expanding selection of high-demand, high value vehicles.  I specialize in and am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that were cherished by their previous owners.  I have an experienced eye for quality but I’ve discovered that my preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and I have therefore, built my business and reputation around finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer.  Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict requirements but a car must do something for me on a personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the bidder, that this is an above average, exceptional vehicle.  If nothing about the car excites me, it probably won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of business.

With just four employees and no sales people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may at first glance appear.  It has taken great care and effort to create such an organization and often, an unusually high investment in a particular car we are about to list.  To sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my corner and Chris, owner of A-Best Auto Repair in Henderson, Nevada has my back.  He and his crew can fix anything; from a low budget beater to the absolute most expensive exotic you can name, no job is too big and no small detail unimportant.  They do an exhaustive 130 point inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing escapes their methodical investigation.  Experience has shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy customer that says good things about me.  Moreover; it allows my writer to describe the car with ease and confidence, something that simply is not possible unless he thinks it is true.  If major issues are found or the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one.  I simply absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it at auction.

After the vehicle is fully sorted it arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious eye of Tom, my writer that creates the presentations you see on eBay.  He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone else tells him about the car as he combs over every inch, researches its history and documents originality and authenticity.  Historical significance, rarity, special features, possible modifications and much more are used to accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty.  Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150 high resolution pictures that I take myself.  The pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch.  I provide detailed views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep.  Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they so meticulously clean.  This reconditioning can sometimes take several days and I’ve converted a paint booth, especially prepared for the professional clay bar and polishing each car lovingly receives.

Usually, I’ll also include a high definition video that shows the car doing its thing.  If it’s a fast car, we film it going fast.  If it’s a 4x4 you’ll see it crawling up a hill.  In every case you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system and watch the temperature fall on a digital, laser thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent.  How many “dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a buck-eighty?  We do.

No “dealer,” on-line or in the real world, takes it to this level.  No other seller or organization provides you, the buyer, with so much information.  I do this because it is the only way I can convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or feel their purchase, that my vehicle is for real and what I say is the truth.  All the above is necessary for me to stay in business while keeping integrity intact.  I want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on eBay.  To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought it.

If you have any questions at all, please call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500.  If your inquiry is sincere and your offer  serious, you’ll find me the most accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with.  If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the conversation.  Until you are ready to actually pull the trigger, I will happily quote you the absolute highest nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste your time, or mine.  I am after all, a “used car dealer.”

Serious buyers know the maximum they can offer.  I then must simply decide if I can sell for that number.

If you hit the reserve, the decision is no longer mine.  I must sell at that number.

OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION: 702-353-7500 or Doug@vivalasvegasautos.com

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Cars sold without warranties are sold As-Is.

 

Waiver's of Warranty will be signed if declined.

 

All automobiles have breakdowns; some minor, some serious.  I know, because I fix them without the advantage of a warranty.  You don't have to.  Seriously consider a safety net for the unknown.

 

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Terms of Sale
 

This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada.  We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery.  We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide and across the globe.  We stand ready to facilitate whatever arrangements are necessary, at the buyers request and expense.  This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared.

Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction ends.  We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE AUCTION ENDS . . . THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.  If you are in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration.

A $1000 non-refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this auction .  We prefer VISA but will accept PayPal if necessary.

Full payment must be received within four (4) business days of the end of auction.  Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and required for all winning bidders outside the United States.  Loan checks can be accepted only after prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams.  M/Os will NEVER be accepted.  CHECKS in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item.

Free and clear title is in seller's possession and will be transferred upon payment in full.

Important:   Winning bidders on-line enter a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle presented here.  Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will be aggressively pursued.  Non-paying bidders will be prosecuted.  If you do not intend to purchase this vehicle, DO NOT BID.

We will happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction.

This vehicle sold AS-IS, with no warranty.  This is not a new vehicle, it is used.  A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage.  This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used.  Terms such as "perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all other descriptions are.

When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms.

Please call Doug @ 702-353-7500 with ANY questions. Email: Doug@VivaLasVegasAutos.com

Sales tax, smog and title fees may be applicable to Nevada residents.

A document fee of $200.00 will be added to the closing auction price.

An optional 15 day drive-away permit is available for $8.25. 

New eBay bidders with (0) feedback or international bidders

please make contact by email or phone at least 2 hours before bidding.

We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary  to protect our clients.

Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward an accurate presentation of the facts.  All information herein represents our sincere effort to be correct.  If we have made any errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it is within our ability to do.  Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable.  If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or by a professional inspection service strictly prior to the close of the auction.  Post auction inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately.

 

 
 
Viva! Las Vegas Autos, Inc.
707 Yucca St.
Boulder City, Nevada 89005
Office Line - 702-889-Viva (8482)
Fax Line - 702-889-8486
Dlr # 26850
 
Doug Williams
Owner
 
Direct Line -  702-353-7500
 
 
 

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A Note for Potential Victims

 

 Please let us know if you see our vehicles under listings of obvious question or if you receive a "Second Chance Offer" with any e-mail other than ours.  You can easily recognize the crooks with the stupid low "Buy it Now" price and the direct e-mails off the eBay system.  They'll never disclose a telephone number or address either.  If they won't talk to you, return a call or can't send you a copy of a title to the vehicle . . . DON'T SEND THEM MONEY or fall for their sneaky e-mails and redirects attempting to get your seller ID and password.

 

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