The Jaguar XJS V12 6.0 Le Mans Edition. Full Review & Test Drive Video

[@propagandroy]

Keep it up Tim! As a machine, I relate strongly to the cars

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks for the positive feedback. Sure will, great new stuff due soon…hold on to ya lock nuts!

[@geoffreystearns1690]

I had aTremec 6-speed manual transmission transplanted into my 92 XJS V12. It mad a proper GT auto out of it...just what the car needed.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks Geoff. Wow a manual V12. I can feel some sideways action coming on. Just finished filming an RS2000 it was epic, out next week

[@512bb]

That is a very rare color as well, truly beautiful indeed.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks Scott, it was totally unmarked, I’ve never seen one as good as this.

[@klauslambert7795]

Hi . I like your stuff . I have a 1991 XJS12 rouge addition in Red .60.000 miles on it . Mint . Love it . And a 1977 XJ12l in dark brown all original 55.000 on it . What a cloud to relax in at 195 ! See ya . Thanks 🎉

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks Klaus, or can I call you Mr 2 Jags. Yea they just glide along. This particular XJS was a lovely drive, so smooth.

[@Deanyfromtheburgh]

where do you guys get the power figure from? Even the XJR-S was only 333bhp and this one slightly less.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Had a few people question the correct HP on this car. I’ve driven a few of these as well as the old 4.0 V8 S/C and the ali 4.2 V8. This car is considerably heavier but felt very quick. I didn’t question the HP, I think this engine has been tweaked with.

[@Deanyfromtheburgh]

@@TheTimBushChannel The Lister Le mans was tweaked, but this seems like a standard XJS 6.0 V12. There would have to be significant work done to get an extra 60bhp and this car features is still on the stock exhaust, so doubtful, nice car none the less and I like your jolly attitude and presentation, looking to see you show us more lovely rarities in future.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

@@Deanyfromtheburgh thanks for the feedback, means a lot, as I’m new to this youtube thingy me bob. Got some great cars coming soon. Including “the most beautiful car ever made”, if you know..you know. Cheers.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

According to wikipedia: “Between 1988 and 1989, a total of 326 XJR-S cars were produced with the 5.3 litres (5,344 cc) engine which has a power output of 318 hp (237 kW). After September 1989, the displacement of the engine was increased to 5,993 cc (6.0 L) and it was now equipped with Zytek fuel injection and engine management system. This was different from the standard 6.0-litre engine used in the late XJS models and was unique to this model. The power output was raised to 333 PS (328 hp; 245 kW) at 5,250 rpm and 495 N⋅m (365 lb⋅ft) of torque at 3,650 rpm due to a higher compression ratio of 11.0:1, a new forged steel crankshaft, increased bore and forged alloy pistons. A modified air intake system and a low loss dual exhaust system was also standard on the model. The engine was mated to the 3-speed GM400 automatic transmission utilising a recalibrated valve body and had faster shift times.”

[@Deanyfromtheburgh]

@@kasperkjrsgaard1447 sadly that info has a flaw needing corrected, all 6.0 Jag V12s ran a 11:1 compression ratio, so the XJR-S engine wasn't 'higher' than the regular 6.0,it was the same, and it certainly wasn't higher than the previous 5.3 HE which was 12.5:1.

[@CalSota]

Owned a ‘94 Jaguar XJS Coupe, I6, always appreciated the styling of this car, especially in coupe version. Unfortunately I was too Jagged up at the time, with E-Type V12, neither being a daily driver and a young family. 10 yrs later the kids always said that the XJS was their favorite car we owned and liked driving in it. Regret selling, but at least I had the opportunity, they weren’t easiest vehicle to get in or out of, but once sat inside they were sooo comfortable. Once driver Las Vegas to Saint Paul, Minnesota in it, which was EPIC!

[@TheTimBushChannel]

What a great story. I have worked with the Jaguar brand for 20 years and have met thousands of proud owners of just about every model. Why don’t you buy yourself another XJS? You only live once. Put it this way, it will never loose money. These are now an appreciating classic. Take that EPIC drive once more…

[@dogroysmother]

Lovely channel ♥

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Lovely comment❤️, very much appreciated.

[@joshuamarkhines1891]

Great video Tim !!! It sure does drive like a dream, my dads let me drive it a few times 😁

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Patience you must have, my young padawan learner.

[@jimclarke1108]

Top of the XJS models🏆

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks Jim. Totally unmarked, XJS purrrfection.

[@simonnorcliffe5877]

Gorgeous cars, I nearly purchased one several years ago. Just a little bit to small for my golf clubs

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Buy smaller golf clubs!

[@garyglitter1876]

Love the hour glass figure timmy, your the only v12 i need in my life #Returnofthebulge

[@TheTimBushChannel]

I’m so god damn handsome. And modest...

[@keeperlit.leterrip7722]

I've owned a 1980 and a 1984 in the past. I must admit I am not a fan of the rear end of the facelift version. The perfect xjs would be an old body style with the 6 litre and 4 speed. I may buy another one day. Still my favorite car, but I currently ride motorcycles daily instead.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Nice one, nah, I think the slimmer rear lights look much better, makes the rear look wider. I used to ride bikes, my last was a huge Harley with stupidly loud pipes and a massive air sucker. Buy yourself your perfect XJS before they go up in value too much, life is too short.

[@atavachron27]

A few exaggerations in this one. 2 1/2 tonne vehicle? Does he have the boot loaded with gold? And 394 HP?...318 tops!

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks Stuart. Ive had a few people mention about the HP. Ive driven a few of these and have to say that this particular car felt like it had 400HP! It felt closer in performance to a 4.2v8 SC engine. I think some tinkering was done to this engine.

[@dhdove]

‘the re-vamped LeMans engine” with 396bhp? More like a standard 6.0 V12 with 308 bhp I think. As a JEC Club member I’m sure Nigel Thorley can lend him a copy of “You and Your XJ-S”

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks, the owner is a Jag club member and is convinced regarding the BHP. Ive been with the Jaguar brand for over 18 years and although Im no XJS expert it felt quick. It wasn’t as rapid as the Ali 4.2 SC XJ it did feel closer in performance to the previous steel bodied XJR. After all the comments regarding the video I’m going to do some digging to find out whats been done to the engine.

[@dhdove]

@@TheTimBushChannel Hey Tim, don’t get me wrong the owner is a real enthusiast and the car is absolutely beautiful, a real credit to him, I’d own it in a heartbeat. But it would be interesting to see if this really is some kind of “special” and if not why the owner is under such a misapprehension? Maybe he was told that by the person he originally bought it from? As has been said elsewhere the Le Mans cars were a short production special run (280 units) in 1990 to celebrate Jaguars success at Le Mans that year. Even they had standard 5.3 engines but quad lights, suspension upgrades, posh interior and a few other bits and bobs and “Le Mans” badging. I look forward to hearing your results. Best TonyS

[@ndh641]

It is not 2.5 tonnes. It does not have 390 hp. It a lovely car at 1.8 tonnes with a lazy 318hp. Lets not talk to much shite shall we

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks for the comment. The weight and HP figures were from the owner, which are probably over estimated, however the HP felt nearer to the 400 than 300.

[@Crusinforabruisin]

I get bonnet and boot confused, is there an old saying or rhyme that children were taught?

[@TheTimBushChannel]

The boot is the “Trunk” the bonnet is the “hood” The bonnet front, boot back.

[@davekennedy6315]

It did NOT have nearly 400bhp, instead it was barely over the 300bhp of the original (I'm guessing it has 319bhp 330 max and certainly NOT 390bhp!) The main improvement with the 6ltr over the 5.3ltr was torque not power. They most certainly didn't get another 100bhp out of 800cc! Fitting a manual gearbox would make a bigger improvement performance wise. Although these engines are very tuneable with Lister getting 400+bhp out of a 7.0ltr!

[@TheTimBushChannel]

@@davekennedy6315 Thanks Dave. The owner may have exaggerated the HP, however I’ve been with the Jaguar brand over 20 years and have driven a few XJS’s and I have to say that this particular car had “something” extra. It felt much quicker than any XJS I’ve ever driven. It felt as quick as 4.0 SC XJ.

[@wpb1395]

I get the feeling the owner of the XJS probably has a 'Christmas Room' in his house where the seats all have plastic on them, and everything is ready for when and if the Queen ever visits.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

The owner is a proper nice chap who loves all things Jag. His lovely XJS is his pride and joy and clearly likes to keep it mint. Hats off I say.

[@nickr7747]

390hp? Closer to 300, not even an xjrs had 390hp. Nice car.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks Nick, it really did shift! The owner assures me that the car has 396 BHP! Cant disagree after taking it for a spin.

[@ferrariguy8278]

Indeed The XJRS had the Zytek ignition system & TRW built 6.0L and Lucas HEI amp which continued through to the JagSport models. You can see the two Marelli amps at the front on the radiator cross cover meaning that this car had the standard 6.0L Marelli Ignition and Lucas 26CU ECU computer. JCNA has classes for Le Mans edition judging up to 1991. According to some other documents the Le Mans edition was a 1990 only car between vins 176921 to 178707, and the JagSport XJRS was discontinued in 1993 in favor of the standard 6.0L Coupe. Early JagSport 6.0L engines may have been leftover TRW 6.0L stock. Then again there is at least one 1988 claiming to be a 1 of 65 Le Mans car. I'm not sure even JDHT or JCNA really knows every detail though. The XJR15 had 450HP but that was with Group C intakes, larger base circle cams + the Zytek system on top of being a TRW 6.0L HE engine. Regardless even the standard 6.0L HE feels pretty torquey.

[@nickr7747]

304hp i believe is the actual spec, not sure where he got 396 from. Either way, nice looking car and a nice clip.

[@MathsYknow]

@@nickr7747 he probably got 396hp from the spec sheet of his other car, perhaps a Jaguar F-Pace P400.. Then he had to inflate the XJS's weight to 2.5 tonnes to explain where the horsepower went. ;)

[@leatherrevive]

About 1700kg , around 315 bhp… still good for around 6.5 secs to 60 and 155! ……. and 18-25mpg …

[@TheTimBushChannel]

@@leatherrevive This one was great to drive, smooth, powerful and more like a modern luxury car than a classic. What an engine!

[@tylerhamilton-nz8qs]

@@TheTimBushChannel But not 2.6 tons!

[@nicholassheffo5723]

You played a snippet of the original theme from THE SAINT with Roger Moore, but the XJ-S actually made its debut in RETURN OF THE SAINT with Ian Ogilvy, a worthy sequel series. On the other hand, you just want to be as cool as Roger Moore?

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks for your comment and well spotted Nick. I was aware of this but thought the original theme was an ideal opener, plus, I did use Ogilvy’s theme later in the episode. I can only dream of being as cool as Mr Moore, Sean was always my favourite Bond with Roger a very close second.

[@nicholassheffo5723]

@@TheTimBushChannel OK. RETURN. OF THE SAINT is currently out of print on disc and neither series has received a full HD/Blu-ray release, though a few episodes of Moore and one of Ogilvy made compilation Blu-ray Discs which also just went out of print.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

@@nicholassheffo5723 Both the original and return are often shown on sat TV. Watched a few recently. If you’re a fan, might be worth searching and setting up a “series link”.

[@nicholassheffo5723]

@@TheTimBushChannel Ahhh. I have the shows on disc and this includes extras never broadcast, with the Ogilvy sorts that were issued in Australia and the U.K. out of print, the former being an old Anniversary set. Both were the same transfers and extras, so they'll hopefully be upgraded to Blu-ray at some point. CBS ignorantly debuted RETURN OF THE SAINT at 12:40 AM after reruns of the Diana Ring AVENGERS on Fridays. They gave THE NEW AVENGERS the same treatment at the same time, but 12:40 Wednesday AM into Thursday AM, though Gareth Hunt's Mike Gambit got a nice red XJ-S.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

@@nicholassheffo5723 every time I see Gareth Hunt all I see is him shaking a fist full of coffee beans! I preferred the New Avengers over Return of the saint, better characters and Joanna Lumley of course. Purrrrdy yum yum.

[@elmerfudd1086]

I own and drive 2 jags. One has that 6.0 V12 and I love it, however...I never ever understood the xjs. It was supposed to replace the most beautiful car ever built but why?It's not ugly but seriously....how was this supposed to replace an E type? I don't think it did.

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Thanks Elmer, many seen the XJS as a direct replacement for the E Type. But of course you are right, as it certainly ain’t no E Type follow up. Many thought the F Type would be a E Type replacement, I think this is a closer reincarnation. Anyway, shouldn’t you be hunting Wabbits!

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

In some eyes, mine included, the XJS is just as pretty as the Type E.

[@elmerfudd1086]

@@kasperkjrsgaard1447 I realize I sounded like I was bashing the xjs. I dont want to be that guy. Its not an ugly car in my eyes. I just dont see it as a replacement for the e type. The f type possibly or even the xkr maybe. The xjs just appears to be more of a GT car than a sport car (some say sports car...) in my opinion, but we all know what opinions are like. Enjoy your xjs, im sure its a classy ride as any jag surely is. Please dont be offended by my remarks they werent made in anger.

[@dufus7396]

Ive NEVER considered that thing a Jag..

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Really! It’s design was way ahead of its time. “grace with pace” definitely a JAG.

[@tylerhamilton-nz8qs]

2.5 tons LMAO! At 15 ft 8 long, 6 ft wide, no way is this any more than 2 tons at the most, and most likely just under that!

[@TheTimBushChannel]

@@tylerhamilton-nz8qs Thanks Tyler. Yes you’re probably correct, it’s unlikely to be 2.5 tons. It was a comment made to me by the owner who might have go his numbers a bit mixed up. It’s probably touching around the 2 tons with the added engine mods. Thanks for watching.

[@MiltonNatalie-f9h]

Brakus Loop

[@TheTimBushChannel]

@@MiltonNatalie-f9h literally, have no idea what you mean!

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Sadly soon all combustion cars and trucks including classics will be banned from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by reducing all conventional fuel stations to only one state operated central gas station per city or county. Car washs will be forbidden too because they are climate killers, now they want to slow down all the gas station pumps from 20 litre per minute to 2 litre per minute...From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027 on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any longer....They even created a new kind of crime here, called emissions and smoke crime.!!! (BABVVEN & TEBBVEN & BEFVO laws)!!!!

[@TheTimBushChannel]

What a sad outcome. For the limited amount of classic cars surely there needs to be a solution

[@Andersdenkende]

2,5 ton? 390hp for 6.0?

[@TheTimBushChannel]

Considering it’s colossal weight it was pretty quick, one hell of an engine.