1985 Jaguar Vanden Plas Base Sedan 4-Door 4.2L

This is a 1985 Jaguar XJ Vanden Plas that has been in California since manufacture. It has very low miles (68. 20) and the interior and running condition support this claim. Here is a full description of the car in terms of what is positive and what will need attention:The PositiveLow miles as statedTotally rust freeBeautiful leather interiorWool carpets that are untypically clean and not wornNo collision or body damageFunctioning climate control (both heat and AC)Functioning power sunroof All power windows and switches work Power locksFunctioning power mirrorsNew batteryNew brakes 1000 miles agoFunctioning parking brakeNew thermostat 1000 miles agoNew fuel pump 1000 miles agoAll glass is original without cracksThe power antenna is functioning correctlyHas original spare tire (Pirelli)Original jack and tools in bagHas original OEM wheelsTelescoping steering wheelPower driver seat (up/down)Needs AttentionHas several dings and one dent on the tip of the driver side fender (see photo)Headliner is sagging in spotsPort (driver's side) fuel tank is seeping and has been disabled at the connector between the two tanksThe wood dash has deteriorated and is delaminated in spots and crackedThere is a small area on the front passenger seat that has a discoloration spotOriginal radio is missingCruise control is inoperativeWindshield wipers work only in slow modeWindshield washers inoperativeHazard switch inoperativeTires at 75% but not a matched set (Goodyear on front. Dunlops on rear)Minor oil leaksI have tried to be as thorough in the description as possible for a 30 year old car. My fantasy of restoring it to glory is confounded with my lack of time. This is a great find for a series III enthusiasts who can appreciate the graceful. elegant design of this car. I use it at least once a week. and it has proven to be remarkably reliable.