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  • Blog – Restoration Wednesday
    • All Restoration Wednesdays, Latest Ones First
    • 1974 Lotus Europa Special
    • 1987 Jaguar XJ-S
    • 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
    • 1964 Honda CT200 – Sold
    • 1971 Porsche 911T – Sold
    • 1972 Porsche 914 1.7 – Sold
    • 1972 Honda CT90 – Sold
    • 1973 BMW Bavaria – Sold
    • 1974 Porsche 914 1.8 – Sold
    • 1974 Porsche 914 2.0 Ravenna Green – Sold
    • 1984 Honda Elite 125 Gold – Sold
    • 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S – Sold
    • 1987 Porsche 928S4 – Sold
    • 1987 Porsche 944S – Sold
  • Past Projects
    • 1966 Porsche 912
    • 1971 Datsun 240Z, My First Restoration
    • 1971 Porsche 911T
    • 1972 Porsche 914 1.7 — 2.0 Liter Engine Swap
    • 1973 BMW Bavaria
    • 1978 Ferrari 308 GTB
    • 1978 Porsche 928 Press Tribute Art Car
    • 1981 Porsche 936 Junior No. 174
    • 1984 Honda Elite 125 – Light Copper Metallic
    • 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S
    • 1986 Honda Aero 50
    • 1987 Porsche 928 S4
    • 1987 Jaguar XJ-S V12
    • 1988 Porsche 951 Track Car
    • 1990 Porsche 928 S4
    • 2001 Audi S8
    • 2001 BMW E46 325xi Wagon 5spd Manual
  • Part Restoration
  • About and Contact
    • Groosh – A Life Long Car Guy
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Jaguar XJS

1984 Jaguar XJS HE V12 Grey/Tan – $3200 (Chicago)
8 Jan 2017

1984 Jaguar XJS HE V12 Grey/Tan – $3200 (Chicago)

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

It looks like this owner has a wonderful clean garage and a nice collection including a Pantera, BMW E30 M3 and Triumph GT6. Hopefully that attention to a collection and display area rubs off on the maintenance of the cars. Clearly … Continued

Jaguar XJS
1988 Jaguar XJS Convertible Low Miles – $5000 (Warren)
14 Jul 2016

1988 Jaguar XJS Convertible Low Miles – $5000 (Warren)

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

The owner does a great job with the write up so I won’t wash, rinse or repeat it. I will add that I’ve never been crazy about gauge clusters in the 80’s. Many lost the chrome and metal accents in … Continued

Jaguar XJS
Two Jaguars for the Price of One – $4200 (West Bloomfield)
30 Jun 2016

Two Jaguars for the Price of One – $4200 (West Bloomfield)

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

An interesting back story that lends no value in my mind to these cars. Probably because I’ve never heard of the movie. But one day I need to be ready to pull the trigger on V12 Jags. Look at those … Continued

Jaguar XJS
Looking for a Rare 5-Speed Manual Jaguar XJS?
17 Jan 2016

Looking for a Rare 5-Speed Manual Jaguar XJS?

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 2

Back in December of 2011, I wrote about another ’84 Jaguar with a 5-speed manual transmission. This is the Jaguar of my youth and consequently mine to chase. They are few and far between in the US. But as James … Continued

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Reduced !! -1989 Jaguar XJS coupe – $7700 (Lapeer)
14 Dec 2015

Reduced !! -1989 Jaguar XJS coupe – $7700 (Lapeer)

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

  How long would it be before I thought this was mistake to buy? First it’s automatic which will bug me. But more important, they are cheap for a reason and the reason is maintenance. Will it cost to much … Continued

Jaguar XJS
Rare Jaguar XJ-SC 1986 – $5500 (port huron)
1 Jul 2015

Rare Jaguar XJ-SC 1986 – $5500 (port huron)

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

  You know me, always looking for a manual transmission. This one’s got it and low miles. Love the green over beige and the BBS style wheels. I’d lose the ghetto chrome chrome rings over the wheel arches though. “1986 … Continued

Jaguar XJS
1989 XJS V12 Convertable Jaguar – $4700 (algonquin)
24 Oct 2014

1989 XJS V12 Convertable Jaguar – $4700 (algonquin)

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

I would entertain one of these so I could get a V12 fix. Not sure how much fun it would be to drive but I think I would like it. Sort of. Seems cheap. On Chicago Craigslist. “1989 2door v12 … Continued

Jaguar XJS
1988 Jaguar XJS V12 NO RESERVE!!!!!!!!
20 Apr 2013

1988 Jaguar XJS V12 NO RESERVE!!!!!!!!

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

“NO RESERVE!!!! MUST SELL!!!! Up for sale is this beautiful classic 1988 Jaguar XJS V12. This car has been garage kept all of its life, and driven occasionally. There are no known problems with the car. It runs and idles … Continued

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1984 Jaguar Lightweight XJ-S 3.6 5 Speed Getrag Manual Preproduction Coupe
13 Dec 2011

1984 Jaguar Lightweight XJ-S 3.6 5 Speed Getrag Manual Preproduction Coupe

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

I’ve been looking for one of these.  This would certainly be my choice for a future collectible and a fun car to have.  He’s got the bidding started at $8,000 with a reserve in Columbia, SC.   So it will … Continued

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1984 Jaguar XJ HE
15 Jun 2011

1984 Jaguar XJ HE

by Groosh | posted in: Online Around the Net | 0

UPDATE: On June 22, 2011 this sold for $2,175.  I kinda regret not bidding on it.  For that kinda money it would be fun to toss this thing around. Original Post:  “I love this car, having invested in excess of … Continued

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