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1972 | Jaguar XJ 12

Subject of Jaguar World Article

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Description

I have known this car from new, and I am the second owner.  Delivered new to Building Contractors Frank Galliers of Shrewsbury, it was one of the very first XJ12 delivered.  

In the favoured Short Wheel Base configuration, it has been cosseted for all of its life.  I have owned it for approximately 6 years and have covered just 3500 miles it is possibly the best un restored original XJ12 in existence.  Cars like this come along very rarely and it is with a heavy heart that I have decided to sell it to its next fortunate custodian.  Regency red with unmarked biscuit trim, it is every bit as good as it looks.

When the XJ6 was launched in 1968 it was a revelation and took luxury saloon travel to a new level.  Outclassing all of its peers in looks, handling and ride as well as value for money, it eclipsed even contemporary  Rolls Royce and Bentley models in its ride and handling.  

The car had always been designed to accept the new Jaguar V12 under development and sure enough in 1972 the XJ12 was announced to a staggered press.  The car was virtually as fast as sports Astons and Ferraris and could claim the title of fastest 4 door saloon at that time.  Still awesomely fast this beautifully cared for 2 owner car is a joy to own , drive and travel in.

The subject of a detailed report in Jaguar World magazine, this car is superb.

How long will it be until this is worth a great deal more money ?  There cannot be many left on the road , and few I suspect if any like this.

Vehicle details

Vehicle data

Make
Jaguar
Model series
XJ
Model name
XJ 12
Manufacturer code
Serie I
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1972
Mileage (read)
43,000 mls
Chassis number
Not provided
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
No
Previous owners
2

Technical details

Body style
Saloon (4-doors)
Power (kW/hp)
186/253
Cubic capacity (ccm)
5343
Cylinders
12
Doors
4
Steering
Right (RHD)
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual configuration

Exterior color
Red
Manufacturer color name
Regency Red
Electric windows
Yes
Interior color
Beige
Interior material
Leather

Optional equipment

Jaguar World Article
Exceptional Condition

Condition, registration & documentation

Condition category
Original
Has Report
Registered
Ready to drive

Location

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