XJSC scuttle shake
#1
XJSC scuttle shake
Hello,
I am looking at buying an 86 XJSC, and am wondering how they are for structural rigidity and scuttle shake. I owned a 1990 XJS convertible for years, so am familiar with maintenance of the car and V12. But I always thought the 90 had too much scuttle shake. Am I right in assuming that an XJSC is much better in this respect?
Also, it's been a few years since I had an XJS, so if anyone could remind me of the common issues, that would be great.
I am happy to get stuck in and do maintenance / upgrades / bushings / whatever, all those things a 30 year old Jag needs!
Thanks in advance,
Mark
I am looking at buying an 86 XJSC, and am wondering how they are for structural rigidity and scuttle shake. I owned a 1990 XJS convertible for years, so am familiar with maintenance of the car and V12. But I always thought the 90 had too much scuttle shake. Am I right in assuming that an XJSC is much better in this respect?
Also, it's been a few years since I had an XJS, so if anyone could remind me of the common issues, that would be great.
I am happy to get stuck in and do maintenance / upgrades / bushings / whatever, all those things a 30 year old Jag needs!
Thanks in advance,
Mark
#2
The XJ-SC Cabriolet is much more rigid than the XJS Convertible. I tested mine on a bumpy dirt road (not voluntarily) and no shaking. If you find a good one for the right price, buy it.
The best feature is the rear soft top. At 100 degrees you can have the soft top down, keep the t-tops in and get fresh air without burning your skin. The only drawback is the lack of a back seat.
I am still regretting that I sold mine.
The best feature is the rear soft top. At 100 degrees you can have the soft top down, keep the t-tops in and get fresh air without burning your skin. The only drawback is the lack of a back seat.
I am still regretting that I sold mine.
#4
The XJ-SC Cabriolet is much more rigid than the XJS Convertible. I tested mine on a bumpy dirt road (not voluntarily) and no shaking. If you find a good one for the right price, buy it.
The best feature is the rear soft top. At 100 degrees you can have the soft top down, keep the t-tops in and get fresh air without burning your skin. The only drawback is the lack of a back seat.
I am still regretting that I sold mine.
The best feature is the rear soft top. At 100 degrees you can have the soft top down, keep the t-tops in and get fresh air without burning your skin. The only drawback is the lack of a back seat.
I am still regretting that I sold mine.
#5
Mine had a price tag of $6,995 at a dealership. I bought it half a year later with snow on it for $4,500. It was rust-free and low miles, but barely ran and had half a dozen dings from golf ***** and one dent from a shovel.
If it runs great, looks great and has documented maintenance history, $6,500 is not a bad start for negotiations.
If it runs great, looks great and has documented maintenance history, $6,500 is not a bad start for negotiations.
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