The Jaguar XJS
1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Convertible 6-cyl
1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Coupe 6-cyl
1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Convertible 12-cyl
Overview
This report provides a market trend analysis for three variants of the 1993 Jaguar XJS model - the 2-door convertible 6-cylinder, 2-door coupe 6-cylinder, and 2-door convertible 12-cylinder versions - over the period from 2008 to 2023.
History
The Jaguar XJS was produced for a significant period, lasting from 1975 to 1996, with a number of iterations and updates introduced throughout its lifetime. The production run ended on April 4, 1996, following a successful 21-year run in the market. The car was made available in both convertible and coupe versions during this period.
The coupe version was the original body style, featuring a long hood and short rear deck, and was known for its smooth ride and powerful engine options, which included a V12 and a six-cylinder engine. The convertible version of the XJS was introduced in 1988 and became popular among buyers looking for a more open-air driving experience. It featured a power-operated soft top that could be raised or lowered at the touch of a button.
Overall price changes
1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Convertible 6-cyl over the course of the period analyzed exhibited the following, #1 increased in value by 75%, #2 increased by 59%, #3 increased by 6%, and #4 decreased by 17%.
The average percentage change across all years was 6% for #1, 5% for #2, 2% for #3, and 0% for #4. This suggests that, on average, #1 and #2 increased in value over time, while #3 saw a modest increase, and #4 remained relatively stable.
Report
In terms of overall price changes, the 1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Convertible 6-cyl increased in value by 75%, #2 increased by 59%, #3 increased by 6%, and #4 decreased by 17%. The 1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Coupe 6-cyl saw the most significant increases in value, with #1 increasing by 162%, #2 increasing by 101%, #3 increasing by 47%, and #4 increasing by 8%. The 1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Convertible 12-cyl saw modest increases in value, with #1 increasing by 85%, #2 increasing by 68%, #3 increasing by 7%, and #4 decreasing by 17%.
The 1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Coupe 6-cyl showed the most consistent appreciation over the period, experiencing only three periods of recession, while the other versions experienced between four and five. The value of the convertible and coupe changed between 2019 and 2020, with the coupe being more expensive in #1 condition for the first time, and the price gap between both steadily decreasing.
The market for the 1993 Jaguar XJS has been marked by significant fluctuations over time, with prices increasing and decreasing quite substantially year to year. This is illustrated by the graph below, which shows the changes in value of the 6-cly cabriolet and coupe variants of the 1993 Jaguar XJS over the period from 2008 to 2023.
Between 2019 and 2020, the value of the 1993 Jaguar XJS cabriolet and coupe changed significantly. For the first time, the coupe was more expensive in #1 condition. As seen in the graph below, the price gap between the convertible and the coupe has been steadily decreasing.
Based on a forecasting model that factors in periods of underperformance ranging from -8% to -16% of anticipated growth, the #1 1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Convertible 6-cyl is projected to have a value of $37,635 in 2024, while the #1 1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Coupe 6-cyl is estimated to be worth $47,022, up from their current values of $35,600 and $43,000, respectively.
Overall, it is advisable to focus on acquiring well-ranked cars to maintain and continue to increase their value over the coming years, with the 1993 Jaguar XJS 2dr Coupe 6-cyl showing the most promising signs of appreciation.
