Jaguar XJ6 4.2-litre *Look at this!*, 1978, Lahti

JAGUAR XJ6 4.2 - BRITISH ELEGANCE AND TIMELESS STYLE!

Now available is a true classic - a 1978 Jaguar XJ6 4.2, one of the most stylish luxury cars ever!

This example stands out with its rare vinyl roof and tinted glass. It is not a US-market model but a European-spec car. The car was built under licence in South Africa and spent its early years in the warmth of Zambia before later being imported to Finland. Thanks to the dry climate, the bodywork has survived exceptionally well. A thorough rust protection treatment was carried out when it was imported to Finland.

A known weakness of the XJ range is moisture ingress caused by ageing window seals, which can lead to blistering paint and rust especially around the A- and C-pillars. In this car the glass has been removed and all seals replaced, and there is no rust in those areas.

Equipment also includes air conditioning, electric windows and working central locking.

The interior has been preserved in excellent condition. The headlining is still tight and not sagging, the dashboard is intact without cracks and the wood trim is unusually tidy. The genuine leather seats remain soft like a grandmother's sofa. The headrests are also in good condition. Often these parts harden over time, but that has not happened with this example.

Significant attention has been paid to the mechanical side. The brakes have been renewed throughout (discs, pads, lines, fluids and calipers), the windscreen has been replaced with a new one and the battery renewed. The engine runs smoothly, does not smoke and performs as it should. The gearbox has been refurbished, shifts smoothly and there are no extra noises from the rear axle. In addition, the cooling system (water pump, radiator, hoses, belts) has been updated with new parts.

The car has almost unused whitewall tyres perfectly matching the era, which complete the classic look.

However, the car is old, so you should not expect it to be equivalent to a 2026 model. The paint is slightly worn and has been touched up in a few places, but as the pictures show, nothing catastrophic.

Additional information
Inspection valid until: April 2028