1986 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Globally respected for top-flight, air-cooled Porsche engine development and service, Thoroughbred Motorsports of Corry, Pennsylvania, was founded by Dr. Karl Hens — a man whose experience and knowledge have been honed by a lifetime dedicated to building precision Porsche powerplants. Along his journey of automotive excellence, Dr. Hens amassed a collection of special air-cooled Porsche sports cars spanning every generation, alongside a nearly immeasurable treasure trove of highly sought-after Porsche parts.

On-site lot viewings are available by appointment at Hagerty Garage + Social Savannah, 1446 Dean Forest Rd., Savannah, GA 31405.

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Built on the elegant Series III XJ platform, a design refined by Italian stylist Pininfarina, the 1986 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas combined traditional British craftsmanship with contemporary luxury.

Powered by Jaguar’s renowned 4.2-liter inline-six engine, it delivered smooth performance through a Borg-Warner three-speed automatic transmission. The Vanden Plas featured a more opulent interior than the standard XJ6, including premium Connolly leather upholstery, extensive burl walnut wood trim, deep-pile carpeting, rear reading lamps, and other upscale appointments. The model served as the American-market counterpart to the Sovereign sold in the United Kingdom and other overseas markets.