XJ (1968 to 2019)

The Jaguar XJ has served as the marque's definitive flagship for over fifty years, spanning nine generations from the original Series 1 (1968–1973) to the avant-garde, aluminium-bodied X351 (2010–2019), which officially concluded the nameplate’s internal combustion era. In the 2026 Australian market, the XJ is uniquely positioned; while the petrol-powered models have officially ceased new sales as of early 2026, the car remains an icon of "stately" performance with a strong legacy of serving as the official transport for dignitaries and royalty. Its desirability is currently strongest for the Series 1 and 3 classics, which are prized for their "William Lyons" design purity, and the final XJR575 performance variants, which represent the absolute peak of Jaguar's supercharged V8 luxury. The buyer pool in 2026 is divided between traditionalist collectors who value the chrome-and-wood era and tech-savvy prestige buyers who are snapping up late-model X351s as high-value alternatives to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class while awaiting the brand's all-electric reboot. Locally, liquidity is highest for well-maintained X350 (2003–2009) models, as their advanced aluminium construction makes them a reliable and "modern-feeling" classic for 2026 buyers who want a full-sized limousine that remains nimble enough for Australian coastal touring.

The Jaguar XJ has served as the marque's definitive flagship for over fifty years, spanning nine generations from the original Series 1 (1968–1973) to the avant-garde, aluminium-bodied X351 (2010–2019), which officially concluded the nameplate’s internal combustion era. In the 2026 Australian market, the XJ is uniquely positioned; while the petrol-powered models have officially ceased new sales as of early 2026, the car remains an icon of "stately" performance with a strong legacy of serving as … Read more