1996 Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign *Sold £3,450*

Description

• 3.2-litre six-cylinder engine 
• Automatic 
• British Racing Green 
• Family ownership 
• Good service history 
• Private plate will stay with the XJ6
• Reserve Lowered

With Ford funding, Jaguar was able to update the XJ40 into the classic it should have been. Today, the X300 Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign makes a practical, easy-to-own prestige saloon 

The angular XJ40 proved just a little too modern for the company’s existing clientele. By 1994 a healthy dollop of tradition was exactly what Jaguar needed. However, the result of Ford winning the battle of ownership for Jaguar meant investment funds were tight. Jaguar opted to overhaul an existing model to provide a true successor to the fondly remembered Series 3 XJ6, creating the X300. 

The Jaguar XJ6 (X300) benefited from Ford’s input into production processes. The output was a car which was reliable and properly assembled, as well as boasting big improvements in both refinement and equipment. The new model included the very good AJ16 engine.  In Sovereign flavour it boasted even more luxurious kit, better suspension, meatier steering and wood trim amongst other things.   

History 

• First registered 20 September 1996 
• Family ownership 
• We’re advised by our vendor: his step mum owned this XJ6 first, then his dad, then himself 

Outside 

• British Racing Green 
• Refurbished Alloys 
• Factory Sunroof 
• A simpler bodyshell constructed from fewer panels 
• New advanced anti-corrosion technology 
• The brightwork is clean and tidy 

Because of the improved production processes, the later Jaguars like this fare quite well against the dreaded tin-worm in comparison to the previous models.  

Mechanicals 

• 3.2-litre straight six AJ16 engine 
• 216bhp  
• The AJ16 stronger cylinder block and head, lighter valve-gear and a new engine management system 
• Sequential injection and coil pack ignition 
• We are advised this XJ6 has a strong service history  
• Four speed ZF automatic transmission 
• ABS system on sliding calipers 

Inside 

The X300 was the final Jaguar to have its seats and interior built in-house with the rest of the interior. That has proved them to be rather resilient.  

• Tan Blonde leather in very clean, tidy condition 
• New headlining 
• The Sand coloured carpets are in sound condition with over-mats 
• Maple veneer wood 
• The huge boot, complete with Jaguar sound system, is very clean 

After some missteps with previous models, the manufacturer finally went back to basics with the Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign and got it right. 

Bottom Line 

A few years ago, you’d struggle to get a couple of hundred quid for a big old X300. Jaguars do this. Their value drops like a stone, then recovers and keep recovering. They then transform to bona-fide classics owned and loved by genuine enthusiasts for the Jaguar brand. The E-type is a classic example. 

This is what Classic Jaguar Magazine said in 2020 

“These days, of course, X300 is revered by many enthusiasts as one of today’s top modern-classic buys, renowned for its value for money as well as being one of the most durable Jaguars of the last thirty years.  It has a unique place in Jaguar history”. 

The recovery has started. Good luck. Call or email if you have any questions. 

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Vehicle Location: Castleford, West Yorkshire WF10 – it’s the responsibility of the winning bidder to make collection / transportation arrangements directly with the vendor.

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