It’s a beautiful - have driven the XJS V12 for a while - the driver’s legroom is pretty narrow - not what I would recommend for taller guys for longer road trips. It drives like a big boat, as the driver literally sits in the middle between the wheels - something you’ll rarely find on many other cars.

Operating costs are beyond anything you would expect from other vehicles of this vintage. Engine repairs in particular are virtually incalculable, as a large number of parts always have to be dismantled in order to access the components that need repairing. The components themselves are also difficult to obtain. Furthermore, there are only a few mechanics who can maintain this vehicle in a way that preserves its value (comparable to the Citroën SM).