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<Creating a Car Album lets you tell the story of your Jaguar — from ownership and upkeep to restoration work, day trips and longer adventures. This step‑by‑step guide shows you exactly where to click, how to save safely, and how to add photos and stories without getting lost.
Published: 15th February 2026

Replacing the rear side-window rubbers on an XJS Cabriolet reveals why “looking fine” isn’t always enough. A step-by-step account of diagnosing leaks, fitting newly remanufactured seals, and refitting the glass correctly.
Published: 15th February 2026

Redesigning the XJS Soft Tops Club Website

An overview of how the XJS Soft Tops Club website evolved from an ageing club site into a refined, community-focused platform, unifying design, forums, articles, albums, and galleries into a modern home for XJS enthusiasts.
Published: 1st February 2026

Introducing Member Car Albums

Every Jaguar XJS has a story. Some are tales of careful preservation. Others are journeys of restoration, modification, travel, or long-term ownership. Many are a mixture of all three.
Published: 20th December 2025

UK Cabriolet to Australia – by member James Ogilvy-Stuart

James Ogilvy‑Stuart recounts the history of his Jaguar XJS‑C 3.6 Manual, placing the car in production context and tracing its journey from the UK through long‑term storage to its eventual relocation to Far North Queensland, Australia.
Published: 6th April 2022

Site News : Latest Improvements

Latest improvements made to the Club's website in March 2022
Published: 15th March 2022

Bare Metal Rebuild – by Martin Reddington

A new member documents the beginning of a full bare-metal restoration of his 1988 Jaguar XJ-SC V12. Part one follows the early stages of stripping, assessment, and structural repair, revealing the true condition of the car beneath its outward appearance.
Published: 14th March 2022

Part 2 – of the Journey of an Aussie 1990 Convertible

Shane Bowering concludes the story of his 1990 Jaguar XJS Convertible, charting its journey from a neglected past to an ambitious restoration. From mechanical resurrection to paint setbacks and renewed craftsmanship, this final chapter reflects perseverance, loss, and the pursuit of a personal vision.
Published: 2nd September 2021

Part 1 – of the Journey of an Aussie 1990 Convertible

The first part of a two-part story charting the remarkable journey of a 1990 Jaguar XJS Convertible — from its early years in Japan, through ownership by a high-profile Australian mining magnate, to the moment it entered the hands of its current custodian.
Published: 1st September 2021