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A limited-edition 1990 Jaguar XJ-S V12 coupe from the Classic Collection, showing 20,000 miles and featuring gold-plated badging, is offered at no reserve with service records and a clean Carfax report.
By Edward Beaumont · 3 min read
A 1990 Jaguar XJ-S V12 coupe, one of a limited number of Classic Collection examples, is being offered for sale at no reserve. The car, which shows just 20,000 miles on its six-digit odometer, is presented by a selling dealer with manufacturer’s literature, service records, the removed factory wheels, and a clean Carfax report. It carries a clean Michigan title.
The Classic Collection edition is distinguished by gold-plated badging and edition-specific emblems, along with contrasting seat piping. This particular car left the factory in Diamond Blue Metallic and was refinished in the same shade around 2010 after spending time in California and Texas. The selling dealer purchased the car in 2010 and soon after commissioned the repaint. Exterior details include quad headlights, front fog lights, chrome mirror caps, a power antenna, and dual exhaust outlets.
Power comes from a 5.3-litre V12 engine, factory rated at 262 horsepower and 290 lb-ft of torque. It is linked to a three-speed automatic transmission and a limited-slip differential, sending drive to the rear wheels. The car rides on 15-inch wire-spoke wheels mounted with 235/60 Pirelli P600 tyres, and a spare is located in the trunk. Anti-lock brakes with front discs provide stopping power. The removed factory basketweave wheels and a matching spare are included in the sale.
Inside, the heated front seats are upholstered in Magnolia leather with navy blue piping, and burl wood veneers accent the dashboard, centre console, shifter, and door panels. Equipment includes an aftermarket stereo, a driver-side airbag, cruise control, and automatic climate control. Cracks are visible in the wood trim. The four-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline, and gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, voltage, and fuel level.
Recent work carried out in July 2026 is said to have included replacing the rear transmission mount, the air-conditioning compressor, and the left window motor. Approximately 1,800 of the indicated 20,000 miles were added under current ownership. The Carfax report is free of accidents or other reported damage.
The XJ-S was Jaguar’s grand tourer for two decades, and the V12-powered coupe remains a distinctive blend of British luxury and performance. The Classic Collection trim, with its gold-plated details and bespoke interior touches, adds a layer of exclusivity for collectors. With no reserve, the car will sell to the highest bidder, making its final price a test of current demand for well-preserved examples of the model.
