1977 Jaguar XJC Coupé 4.2

Lot Number: 784

1977 Jaguar XJC Coupé 4.2

Restored in 2018 and fitted with a 4.2-litre Series 3 engine, finished in Opalescent Gunmetal Grey over Ox Blood leather, this stunning XJC combines 1970s elegance with day to day usability.

  • Sold for: £25,875

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 9th November, 2025 at 10.30am local time at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Opalescent Gun Metal

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    SNG 919R

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    98327 Miles

SUMMARY

Restored in 2018 and fitted with a 4.2-litre Series 3 engine, finished in Opalescent Gunmetal Grey over Ox Blood leather, this stunning XJC combines 1970s elegance with day to day usability.

DESCRIPTION

  • The Jaguar XJC was introduced in 1975 as a two-door pillarless coupé based on the Series 2 saloon, produced in limited numbers until 1978 and now regarded as one of the most distinctive XJs
  • Purchased in 2017 by our vendor who immediately commenced a bare metal restoration which included rebuilt suspension, new seals, stainless steel tread plates and much more. The work was finished in 2018 (full details in the Seller Rating)
  • Finished in Opalescent Gunmetal Grey, a period Jaguar colour also used on the E-Type, set off by four chrome wheels with matching spare and a fully retrimmed Deep Red leather interior with new red wool carpets
  • Fitted with a Series 3 4.2-litre fuel-injection XK engine paired with a refurbished gearbox, supported by dual fuel tanks, a cross-over valve, and a bespoke stainless steel exhaust system with larger tailpipes
  • Upgraded with a Series 3 wiring loom to operate the injection ECU, improved window switches, and a period-style DAB radio offering modern usability
  • Supplied with spare paint, some original parts, MOTs, supporting detailed history file with receipts and photographs of the restoration, a Jaguar Heritage Certificate, and a selection of show trophies.
  • Few pillarless coupés remain on UK roads today, and fewer still present in such outstanding condition

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
784
Make
JAGUAR
Model
XJC 4.2
Registration Number
SNG 919R
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
2J2745BW
Engine Number
-4496
Transmission
Automatic
Body Colour
Opalescent Gun Metal

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SCORE:

102 / 135

Exterior


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Remarks

Finished in Opalescent Gunmetal Grey, a Jaguar colour also used on the E-Type. Cam covers painted to match the body colour. Original Jaguar mud flaps fitted. Four chrome wheels plus a matching spare. All new rubber seals throughout, including door, window, and butterfly seals. Some new seals and spare paint also supplied

Interior


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Remarks

Full ox-blood leather retrim, including front and rear seats, door cards, caps, centre console, A-post kick plates, and even the rear ashtray. New red wool carpet set. Stainless-steel tread plates. New carpets and boot interior panels. DAB retro-style radio installed

Engine


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Remarks

Series 3 4.2-litre fuel-injection engine fitted, providing improved reliability for daily use.

Transmission


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Recently refurbished gearbox fitted.

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Remarks

Full Series 3 wiring loom installed to support the fuel injection ECU and upgraded, more reliable window switches. Dual fuel tanks and cross-over valve operating correctly. Custom stainless-steel exhaust system from downpipes rearwards, including stainless back boxes and bespoke larger tailpipes. Rubber compound underseal.

Electrics


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Remarks

Original battery box and fan fitted.

Vehicle History

Remarks

Photo album documenting the restoration, with supporting paperwork, receipts, MOTs, and Jaguar Heritage Certificate. Original parts included include additional seals, original Jaguar mud flaps, the original battery box and fan


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 10th November. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 10th November, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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