This 1986 Jaguar XJS-12 (VIN SAJNV5849GC132213) is sold as a non-running project without a title, but it looks to be complete with a very decent body. The car will roll and brakes still work, but the seller admits that it may prove to be “a much more demanding project car than most.” At the very least it could be given some sort of domestic V8 swap, though hopefully the original 12 cylinder can be brought back from the dead without too much trouble. Find it here on Craigslist near Bensalem, Pennsylvania for $500 OBO. Special thanks to BaT reader Mason S. for this submission.

The car wears a banged up grille, and the seller says that it was like this prior to their purchase. Paint is said to be original and in “shockingly good condition,” the seller further noting that the car remains “largely rust free with the exception of some surface rust.” Said to have been garage kept prior to being sold off from an estate, paint does look like it may buff out nicely, and OEM Kent wheels are excellent. Note the cracked right taillight lens.

The interior shows badly cracked leather and tired wood veneers, but the seller claims that the dash and headliner are in surprisingly good shape. The center console and door panels look like they might be salvageable as well, at least after wood is redone on the latter. Electricals could be another problem area, and the ad further notes that new weatherstripping will be needed.

No engine bay shots are provided, but mileage is given as 120,052. There’s no word on what sidelined the big coupe, but anything from a bad fuel pump to ignition faults or blown head gaskets would be good guesses–notably, the seller reports that the previous owner recommended a fuel tank replacement, which could be a very good place to start.