A very good compilation story about the XJS on YouTube:
You Gotta Say Yes To Another Excess ... uh erm, XJS
Monday, 2 November 2026
Sunday, 1 November 2026
Jaguar - XJS V12 Shooting Brake by Ateliers Réunis
Adding this one here just for the records:
https://www.catawiki.com/nl/l/106941209-jaguar-xjs-v12-shooting-brake-1987
Jaguar XJS V12 Shooting Brake (1987)
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Rare hand-built conversion by Ateliers Réunis
- Left-hand drive. Extremely rare in Europe
- Officially registered as a station wagon
- Restored in 2024 (€52,000 in invoices)
ABOUT THE CAR FOR SALE: Jaguar never produced the XJS as a station wagon; Shooting Brakes were built in very limited numbers by specialist workshops, giving these examples a unique status in the classic Jaguar market. Jaguar XJS Shooting Brakes are among the rarest and most distinctive variants of the XJS. Their limited production, handcrafted nature, and roadworthiness make them highly sought-after by discerning collectors.
This Jaguar XJS HE V12 Shooting Brake is an extremely rare example, the result of a conversion carried out in the late 1980s on an original Jaguar XJS V12 chassis.
Conducted by Les Ateliers Réunis, founded by Philippe Aubry, it bears the number 2 on its conversion plate.
The seller has owned the car for over twenty years. This model is intended for a discerning collector who appreciates well-documented, unique, and consistent examples.
EXTERIOR
Body: Shooting Brake
Custom conversion carried out in the late 1980s on an original Jaguar XJS V12 chassis
Restoration performed to a high mechanical and cosmetic standard, including a thorough disassembly
Targeted bodywork addressing the critical points specific to the Shooting Brake conversion (joints, doors, windows)
Impact on the windshield.
Repainting carried out during the restoration
Complete restoration carried out from 2024 to the present day at the PORRES workshops in Irun, costing approximately €52,000 (including paintwork)
MECHANICAL
Naturally aspirated V12 engine
5.3-liter displacement
Automatic transmission
Complete mechanical overhaul carried out with a focus on reliability and usability, not cosmetic restoration
Very good working condition
Mechanical restoration carried out from 2024 to the present day at the PORRES workshops in Irun, including the engine, brake discs, shock absorbers, etc. (Details in the photos)
INTERIOR
Interior features and visual details are shown in the photos in the accompanying file.
DOCUMENTS
First registered in 1987
Officially registered as a station wagon (ESTATE) on the registration certificate, guaranteeing a clear and compliant administrative status.
Valid roadworthiness certificate.
Documented maintenance file.
Complete maintenance history with invoices for recent work.
OTHER INFORMATION
Make: Jaguar
Model: XJS HE
Year: 1987
History & Provenance: Purchased new by Éditions Arthus-Bertrand, a renowned French publishing house.
Current owner for over 21 years, ensuring continuous traceability and responsible use.
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