The XJ-S was Jaguar's most controversial car. Despite offering a superb blend of performance and refinement it was a radical departure in style from the elegant E-type. It appeared at a time when fuel-thirsty luxury cars were unfashionable. However, Jaguar stuck with the car and the result is a twenty-one year production history and a firm place in the classic jaguar list.

Topics covered include:· Complete history of XJ-S from 1975 – 1996· Full specifications of all models· Competition and racing details· Coverage of Cabriolet and Convertibles· Fully illustrated with superb archive and new colour photographs