1987 Jaguar XJ6 Sunroof for Restoration or Parts Not Running Body Excellent

1987 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ6 Description

I am selling my 1987 Jaguar XJ6 sunroof sedan. I purchased the car last fall from a friend. He purchased the car in the early 1993. He was the second owner. It was driven regularly until the late ’90’s. He chose not to sell it for sentimental reasons and it sat in his garage for the next 21 years without being driven. It had no mechanical problems when it was parked. It has always been garaged. He made the decision to sell as they needed the garage space. I purchased it “as is” not running. I changed the oil and filter then lubed the cylinders. Unfortunately the engine was stuck from sitting. I was still optimistic it cold be freed. I filled each cylinder with a mix of Marvel Mystery Oil and Techron. This combination had been successful for me several times through the decades. After a couple of weeks I removed the fan and fan shroud and placed a socket on the crank pulley and with a half inch breaker bar. No luck breaking it loose. In addition, I did drain the gas tanks and the gas was surprisingly clear and did not smell bad. There was no rust in the fuel. I unbolted the starter to confirm it was not jammed. After 5 months it is still stuck and I’m ready to move the project on. I have not placed the parts back on the car but they are all there including hardware. Starter is still unbolted.If you know a simple fix that is unique to these cars, I'll be happy for you. It would be nice to see the car back on the road.

The odometer is at 145,994. I believe that to be original. The car is remarkably clean. The car was driven until the day it was parked over 20 years ago.

Body
I am not an expert so I have taken many photos. There has been no crash damage. Original factory stickers are still on the panels. The paintwork is original and still has a nice shine even though I have not polished it. There are a few scratches, scuffs and chips. The panel gaps are consistent with the factory standards. The panels are straight. The floors and rockers are original. There are a few rust bubbles on the rear lower areas of the front fenders. The rear wheel arches have some rust as seen. The right side has more that the left. The floor pans are solid with no significant rust.

Drivetrain

Straight 6. Clean but stuck. Automatic. Fresh oil and filter. Not much more to say. I believe the after market wire wheels are Dayton. One is damaged and has broken spokes.

Interior

The interior is original as seen in the photos. Tan leather with some expected wear. No rips or tears. The rear seats have minimal wear. It is remarkably clean. Gauges are nice. Dash has not cracked. The burl veneer is nice. There is some delamination on the flat part of the console by the shifter.

General

This is a tough and disappointing situation. It’s a very pretty original car with no previous crash damage. It’s too good to part but too expensive for me to fix. I’m done trying to figure out what to do. I am not an expert so ask questions.I can take more photos if needed.

Terms of the sale

I will provide a good Kansas clear non highway title.
I encourage all bidders to inspect the car prior to bidding. I live 90 minutes from Kansas City International Airport. Appointments can be made to view the car. I will answer any and all questions to the best of my knowledge. I want the new owner to be aware of the challenge.
There will be no inspection period or additional negotiation following the end of the auction. Resolve all questions prior to the end of the auction. I will not ship but will make the car available for transport for your shipper of choice. To be clear, it is not running but it will roll. It will need to be loaded with a winch. It will be picked up at my residence. I will not meet the transporter at another location with the car.
Buyer agrees that he/she is purchasing this car “as is...where is” condition without written or expressed warranty.

I request payment through Pay Pal within 48 hours of purchase. Thanks for your interest.