Description
Jaguar XJ40 Sovereign | 1988
Highlights:
– 3.6-Liter, 6-cylinder petrol engine with automatic transmission
– Comfortable luxury interior with leather upholstery and new headliner
– Recently renewed ignition components, suspension rubbers and shock absorbers in 2025
– Equipped with new tyres and driven regularly until mid-2025
– Valid technical inspection, ready to drive
The seller offers for sale this 1988 Jaguar XJ40 Sovereign, a refined British luxury sedan known for its comfort and smooth driving characteristics. This example is powered by a 3.6-liter six-cylinder petrol engine paired with an automatic transmission. The vehicle starts, runs well and the gearbox shifts smoothly. Several mechanical components were renewed in 2025, including the distributor, spark plug leads, spark plugs, suspension rubbers and shock absorbers. The car is also fitted with new tyres and was used regularly until July 2025. The interior presents attractively with leather upholstery in neat condition and a newly installed headliner.
The current documented mileage is 239.000 km and it holds a valid technical inspection.
Some cosmetic attention is noted on the bodywork, including areas near the rear window and the right rear door sill. The car was originally delivered in green and shows some rust formation around the rear window area and the right rear door sill. The air conditioning is currently not functioning but may be repairable. Apart from this, the electrical equipment and dashboard functions operate as intended.
The Jaguar XJ40 generation marked an important step in the evolution of Jaguar’s flagship luxury sedan. Introduced in 1986, the model represented a modern interpretation of the classic Jaguar XJ concept while maintaining the brand’s traditional focus on refinement and driving comfort. The XJ40 introduced improved suspension design, advanced electronics for its time and a more modern interior layout compared with earlier XJ models. With its smooth straight-six engine, comfortable ride and timeless British styling, the XJ40 quickly established itself as a distinctive luxury sedan. Today these models are appreciated by enthusiasts for their blend of classic Jaguar elegance and modern usability. The Sovereign specification added additional luxury touches and comfort features, making it one of the more desirable versions of the model.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
3. Good: Repairs to the bodywork and paint may be needed, possibly requiring part replacements.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
4. Very Good: Mechanically solid, with possible minor maintenance required.
Overall Condition
3. Good Condition: May need some mechanical and cosmetic repairs, but can drive.
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This car is currently located in: East Flanders province, Belgium.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a Belgian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
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