Quick answer
For the same model year, dealers ask 79 points more than private sellers.
Jaguar XJS price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | — | 11 | |
| 1994 | — | 7 | |
| 1993 | — | 5 | |
| 1990 | — | 7 |
ROWS 4·SOURCE Live classified listings
Dealer or private seller
On the Jaguar XJS the dealer markup works out at 79% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private seller | 36 | +45.7% | $9,906 |
| Dealer | 13 | +124.3% | $17,081 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live listings, normalized per model year
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Jaguar XJS cost?
The median asking price is $10,000 across 55 live listings. A 1990 asks about $14,000 and a 1996 about $16,250. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Jaguar XJS valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a XJS from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 124.3% above and private sellers 45.7% above, a gap of about $12,773 on a 1996 at $16,250.
Asking prices from live classified listings, normalized against the median for each model year. Slices below a minimum listing count are omitted. Asking prices exceed transaction prices (how we count). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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