Best Jaguar XJ-S Convertible Year to Buy
There is no single best Jaguar XJ-S Convertible year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 94 verified sales, the 1991 is the most affordable at $14,660. The 1990 trades most often (44 verified sales).
Data: DriveIndex. 3 model years with at least 10 verified sales each, latest sale Sep 11, 2026. Methodology
Jaguar XJ-S Convertible Value by Model Year
| Year | Value | Vs. original MSRP | Verified sales | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 XJ-S Convertible | $14,660 | — | 15 | — |
| 1990 XJ-S Convertible | $15,327 | — | 44 | — |
| 1989 XJ-S Convertible | $20,284 | — | 35 | — |
Value is DriveIndex's market value for each year, from verified sales. “Vs. original MSRP” compares it with the sticker price when new, not adjusted for inflation: 100% means it is worth exactly what it cost. Years with fewer than 10 verified sales are listed but not ranked.
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Best Jaguar XJ-S Convertible Year: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Jaguar XJ-S Convertible year to buy?
There is no single best Jaguar XJ-S Convertible year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 94 verified sales, the 1991 is the most affordable at $14,660. The 1990 trades most often (44 verified sales). The table on this page lists every model year with its market value, its value against its original MSRP and how many have sold.
Which Jaguar XJ-S Convertible year is the cheapest?
The 1991 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible is the most affordable year with enough verified sales to compare, currently valued at $14,660. The most valuable is the 1989, at $20,284.
How much is a Jaguar XJ-S Convertible worth?
Depending on the model year, a Jaguar XJ-S Convertible is worth from $14,660 to $20,284 today, based on verified sales. Mileage, condition and options move any single car's price; each year's page shows its recent sales.
Which Jaguar XJ-S Convertible year is appreciating?
This page shows what each year is worth and how that compares with its original price. Whether each year is appreciating, stable or depreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, which Pro members see for every year along with a 1–5 year projection.