12th May, 2019 11:30 GMT/BST

Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia

 
Lot 269
 

269

Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign (XJ40) Registration number: H459 WHH First Registered: 09-06-2000...

Jaguar XJ6 Sovereign (XJ40) 
Registration number: H459 WHH
First Registered: 09-06-2000
Mileage: 70,503
Previously registered over seas, declared manufactured 1991
Engine Size: 3200cc 
Colour: Bronze 
Engine Number: 9BPANA101775
Chassis Number: SAJJHALG3AK637411
V5C present


The contemporary fashion trends of the 80's were clear to see in the styling of XJ40 Sovereign unveiled in 1986. The overall proportions were unmistakably Jaguar, with an overall more angular feel to it, featuring rectangular headlamps as well as square rear lights. A real innovation for Jaguar was the quarter light in the rear pillar, creating six light style.
XJ40 Sovereign was an instant success, and demand was initially greater than what Jaguar could supply. Under the skin, XJ40 featured a new rear suspension with double wishbones and the brake discs mounted outboard. The manual gearbox was a five speed Getrag transmission first seen on the XJS, while the automatic was a four speed ZF with a new shift called the 'J' gate. 'J' gate was the brainchild of Jim Randle; it allowed gears to be easily and rapidly selected for more lively motoring.
Very few clean examples of this model due to a short production run quickly being superseded by newer models. This particular example sums up a time of economic wealth and customer's desire to show it, with bold colour schemes and sumptuous interiors.
Finished in champagne gold and trimmed in beautiful biscuit leather, this is a true survivor of the lavish and indulgent 1980s. On inspection the interior is in remarkable, original condition with gleaming walnut and excellent internal brightwork. The engine is silky smooth and transmission changed effortlessly when expected. The coachwork is very original showing very few signs of age with only small areas of rust on the lower offside wing.
Accompanied with a history file containing, old Mots, receipts, hand books and owner's manual.

Buyer's premium of 10% (+VAT) applies to this lot

Sold for £1,100
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500


 

Original paintwork with some signs of touch up. Lower front wings behind wheel arch rusted. Interior original with light wear. Leather seats good with light wear. Headlining showing areas of sagging. Wheels and Tyres good. Starts and drives well.

 


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