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1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible Rental Added in Washington

Movie Car Hire has added the 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible through the USA Movie Cars network. The vehicle sits in Auburn, Washington, giving crews working in the Pacific Northwest direct access to a late-1980s luxury convertible without long-distance transport. Productions filming in Washington now have another local option when they need period-correct British styling on screen.

Spotlight on this 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible

This example carries the Hess & Eisenhardt conversion that turned a handful of factory hardtops into soft-tops for the U.S. market. The coachbuilder, known for armored vehicles, performed the work on cars shipped from the UK because Jaguar offered no factory convertible that year. The car shows a black exterior and gray interior, two-door layout, and remains a local Washington vehicle with low mileage and excellent overall condition.

Producers can place the Jaguar in scenes that call for an upscale 1980s sports car without modern distractions. Its V-12 presence and convertible top give it a distinct profile that reads clearly in wide shots or tighter character moments. The automatic transmission and standard equipment keep operation straightforward for drivers on set.

Movie Car Hire and the Washington Picture Car Market

Movie Car Hire works with USA Movie Cars to connect productions with vehicles already based in Washington. Auburn sits close to major highways and studio zones, which reduces travel time when a shoot needs the car for only a day or two. The network lists the Jaguar alongside other regional inventory so location managers and picture car coordinators can review options quickly.

USA Movie Cars works with state picture-car sites such as Washington Picture Cars to help productions find local picture vehicles. This arrangement keeps search results focused on cars already in the state rather than requiring out-of-area transport. Crews scouting Auburn or nearby areas can see the 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible listed with current details and contact information in one place.

History of the 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible

The XJ-S served as Jaguar’s successor to the E-Type and carried forward the brand’s grand-tourer identity into the 1980s. Factory production that year concentrated on coupe and targa body styles; convertible versions reached the United States only through aftermarket conversion. Hess and Eisenhardt received a limited number of hardtops, removed the roof structure, and installed a folding soft top while retaining the original body lines.

Under the hood sits the 5.3-litre V-12 engine rated near 327 horsepower, paired with the GM Turbo 400 three-speed automatic transmission. The combination delivered smooth highway performance suited to the era’s luxury sports-car expectations. Because only a small run received the Hess and Eisenhardt treatment, these cars stand out in period footage that needs authentic late-1980s British styling without later model-year updates.

Washington Picture Car Rental Uses

The 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible fits 1980s period scenes set in affluent neighborhoods or along coastal roads common in Washington productions. Its convertible top allows open-air shots that show character expressions or scenic backdrops during driving sequences. Background texture improves when the car appears parked in front of period architecture or in parking-lot establishing shots.

Commercial shoots and still photography benefit from the car’s clean lines and black-and-gray color scheme. Music videos and branded content can use it as a character vehicle or prop that signals wealth and style without requiring dialogue. Event planners have also placed similar classics at corporate functions or private gatherings where the vehicle serves as a static display piece.

Book This 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible Today

View the full listing and current details at the USA Movie Cars page for this vehicle. Productions ready to move forward can call USA Movie Cars at 602-882-2705 or email [email protected] to discuss scheduling and next steps.

Looking for Talent?

Productions that also need actors, background talent, or on-camera performers can reach the sister company Washington Actors for local talent and USActors.com for nationwide options.

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