This Jaguar S-Type is a well-presented example of the classic British sports saloon, which benefits from a prior respray and interior retrim. It is powered by a 3.8-litre straight-six developing around 164kW, which is sent to the rear wheels via a three-speed column-change automatic transmission and limited-slip differential. The five-digit odometer currently displays 22,841 miles, though this is not warranted. This example has been with its current enthusiast owner for 18 years. The Jaguar S-Type was ostensibly a development of the earlier and highly sought-after Mk II, featuring more sophisticated independent rear suspension, but with the same revered 3.4 and 3.8-litre carburettor-fed straight-six engines found in the earlier Mk II. This S-Type is finished in an appealing Gunmetal Grey hue over a luxurious red leather interior, with matching carpets and elegant wood trims on the dashboard and door cards. It rides on a recently installed set of 15-inch painted wire wheels with two-earned knock off Jaguar hub nuts, and fitted with a set of Bridgestone Dueler H/T tyres. The cabin features a selection of lustrous burr wood inlays, as well as a selection of Smiths dials, manually operated windows, a cigar lighter, heating and ventilation controls, dial illumination settings, and front and rear ash trays and armrests. It now features a more modern Kenwood radio CD player with auxiliary connectivity. The car will be supplied with its owner’s manuals, a period sales brochure, a workshop manual, and a selection of paperwork detailing some engine work and other minor maintenance. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: there are merely some light marks and chips on the exterior. Generally the interior and exterior are in excellent condition. The seller notes that the clock and the heater do not work. This S-Type’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out at an indicated 21,000 miles. The work comprised of an engine oil and filter change service, along with a general lubrication service. Prior to this, the car was serviced at an indicated 20,000 and 19,000 miles, both of which were engine oil and filter changes and routine lubrication services. The seller notes that during their ownership the front suspension was overhauled, the transmission serviced, the radiator flushed, and the coolant, brake pads, wheel bearings, wire wheels, and hubs were all replaced. This Jaguar S-Type 3.8 is a well-presented example of the classic sports saloon, which has benefitted from prior restoration work, and is offered for sale from long-term ownership. Noted to present in excellent condition inside and out, it is freshly serviced, and the seller notes they would have no qualms about using the car daily. It would make a wonderfully elegant addition to any collection of classics, and no doubt a welcome visitor at any classic car show or meet. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.