Hi. I can buy an 87 Xjs H&E convertible 22k original perfect leather interior, original green exterior paint, no knocking starts smooth handles tight. Horses and motorcycles are fsmiliar, new to jags. Like the long low lean look. Just for summers. Read some blogs, worried it might come up lame. Thoughts?

 

Welcome to the forum Kentuckythoroughbred, I've moved your post to the XJS tech section for a better response.

Don't forget to tell us a bit about yourself in the new members section.

 

In one of the sticky threads at the top of this section is a buyers guide. You mighta wanna take a peek.

The thread title asks "is this a reasonable price" but no price is mentioned

Cheers and welcome aboard

DD

 

Could be a steal, could be an old nag. You need to know what to look for. No rust and perfect interior is a good start but can be deceptive. Pop the hood with the buyers guide open on your ipad imo. Also not sure if 22k is the miles or the price in yankee pennies?

 

I thought 22k was the mileage !

Cheers
DD

 

Well the XJS is certainly a thoroughbred, not so sure about the H&E.

Like others I'm wondering if the 22k is the mileage or the price?

If it is the former, then what is the latter?

If it the latter, then I would say that it is probably insanely overpriced. But in the end a 'reasonable' price is what someone is willing to pay. YMMV

 

Low mileage jags can be some of the most problematic. Good luck! Pics?

 

Hello
Sorry for not including price. The '87 XJS has 22,000 original miles and the price is $7000.
Thanks

 

Everything working and no rust problems are vital. The H&E model was a nearly "one off" type of non-factory conversion, so there will be some non-standard bodywork things. In particular the fuel tanks are one-off fabrications (there are two linked by a system of pumps and pipes).

The engine and running gear are standard as are lots of the body outer panels, but not all. Finally, doing your own maintenace is a must unless you have more cash than most of us here!

Greg

 

If everything is actually as good as it sounds thus far....especially the cosmetics....I don't think $7000 is a bad price.

Most mechanical issues can be sorted fairly inexpensively....assuming DIY labor as Greg mentioned. Cosmetics, though.....paint, leather, chrome, wood....can run into many thousands of dollars.

Cheers
DD

 

I agree with Doug, your description of the condition would indicate that the car is fairly priced.

I would definitely get the car up on a ramp and inspect the underside and also pull out the spare wheel and carpet to look at the fuel tanks condition and the frame around them. This is a known problem area of H&E cars.

Significant structural rust could mean very expensive repair bills. Caveat Emptor!!

 

 

This is just a guess, but we're probably talking about this car:

Jaguar XJS Hess Eisenhardt | eBay

Not too many Green, 1987 H&E XJS' w/ 22,000mi for sale right now. I looked at it myself. Current bid is up to $9,200.

 

And still 4 days to go !

Beautiful Jag...other than the hideous steering wheel.

Cheers
DD

 

Glad I'm not the only one who hates the steering wheel... Haha. Up to $11,300 already! I think someone might overpay for this one..

 

If that's the one then great. The ad states that it is PERFECT... LOL.

 

I have to say that car looks pretty good. Well worth going to have a look, but sight-unseen will be a risk.