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Jaguar - XJS (1989)
Discover how the Jaguar XJS price landscape has evolved over the decades and why the 1989 model remains a coveted classic. Our car pricing database stores comprehensive data for every year, climate, and mileage scenario, letting buyers, collectors, and enthusiasts explore the true value of a Je Gura XJS 1989 price without the guesswork. Understand what a 1989 Jaguar XJS is worth, how depreciation shapes its market, and whether it still commands respect alongside its contemporaries—all in one searchable repository.
- Model: Jaguar XJS
- Year: 1989
- Engine: 4.0 L V8 (naturally aspirated)
- Horsepower: 247 hp @ 5300 rpm
- Torque: 273 lb‑ft @ 4100 rpm
- Transmission: 4‑speed automatic (scalable in aftermarket)
- Drive Type: Front‑wheel drive (some later variants switched to AWD)
- Fuel Type: Regular unleaded gasoline
- Dimensions: Length = 181 in, Width = 70 in, Height = 56 in, Wheelbase = 115 in
- Weight: Approx. 3,900 lb (front‑engine layout)
- Interior Features: Leather seating, power windows, air‑conditioning, CD/audio system (factory)
- Exterior Styling: Low‑profile front grille, characteristic Jaguar bonnet, chrome trim
- Safety: Dual‑zone airbags (retrofits common), ABS brakes, five‑region seat‑belt pretensioners
The real charm of the Jaguar XJS stems from its blend of British craftsmanship and proven engineering. It offered a smooth, comfortable ride, and a slightly more erudite cabin compared to the raw power of the XJR. Though the 1989 iteration was technically a “car model year” update, it kept the same 4.0 L V8, enabling a continued comparison across years.
The unique power curves in history show that classic Jaguars often depreciate sharply upfront, but then stabilize. Historically, a Jaguar XJS typically loses about 15–20% of its value in the first year after purchase, especially for new‑to‑market or low‑mileage examples. However, once it reaches a certain age—generally five to seven years old—the depreciation rate slows, stabilizing around 5–10% per year. The exact trajectory depends on location, mileage, maintenance records, and aftermarket enhancements. Our database compiles this data by region and condition, giving a realistic, comparable estimate rather than a single, generic number.
Why should a brand overdue for depreciation still be considered? The Jaguar XJS’s enduring design, comfortable ride, and the emotional cachet of owning a named-ever car mean that, as a classic collector’s item, it often behaves like a fixed‑income asset: it may drop at first, then stagnate, and sometimes appreciate if the market shifts toward older, well‑maintained British marques.
Compared to similarly aged “estate” sports cars, the 1989 Jaguar XJS holds its ground well. For example, the Porsche 944 (1985–1991) and the Mercedes-Benz 190E (1984–1987) tend to depreciate within similar margins, yet the XJS benefits from:
- Higher interior luxury, closer to a sedan feel
- A more streamlined, low‑profile design that attracts both racers and collectors
- Proven-offered reliability thanks to its enclosed V8 layout, partially eliminating rust issues seen in more extreme “roadster” models
When you enter the used Jaguar XJS price database, comparators automatically display percentage differences to the acquired vehicles’ price range, enabling you to gauge whether a prospective deal is fair or high‑priced relative to the market.
The Jaguar XJS remains popular in the luxury classic segment. It is frequently sought after by enthusiasts of 1980s British automobiles, collectors of the luxury cruiser segment, and car clubs where “team sports car” classics
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