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1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible Rental Added in Washington

Washington Picture Cars has added the 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible to its network of picture vehicles through USA Movie Cars. The car is located in Auburn, Washington, which places it within easy reach for productions filming in the greater Seattle area or across the state. Crews working on period pieces, lifestyle shoots, or character-driven scenes now have a local option for this distinctive two-door convertible.

Spotlight on this 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible

The vehicle carries the Hess & Eisenhardt V-12 trim package and features a black exterior with gray interior. It is a two-door convertible with an automatic transmission and runs on gasoline. The car is described as a local example with low mileage and is noted to be in excellent condition. Producers can see its clean lines and classic proportions in the four images provided on the listing.

These details give location managers and prop masters a clear sense of how the car will read on camera. The convertible body style allows for open-top shots that capture Washington scenery, while the two-tone color scheme provides contrast against both urban and natural backgrounds. Its presence in Auburn means crews do not need to arrange long-distance transport when a 1980s luxury convertible is required.

Washington Picture Cars and the Washington Picture Car Market

Washington Picture Cars maintains a growing inventory of vehicles for film, television, and commercial work across the state. The addition of this Jaguar strengthens the local selection available to productions that prefer to source cars close to their shoot locations rather than shipping from out of state. Auburn sits in a central position that supports both Seattle-based projects and those working in surrounding counties.

USA Movie Cars works with state picture-car sites such as Washington Picture Cars to help productions find local picture vehicles. This network approach reduces travel time for coordinators and keeps more rental activity within Washington. When a listing appears on both the national platform and the state site, crews gain multiple points of contact while still dealing with the same underlying vehicle record.

History of the 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible

Jaguar did not produce factory convertibles for the XJ-S in 1988. A limited number of hardtops were shipped to the United States and converted by Hess and Eisenhardt, a coachbuilder also known for armored vehicles. The resulting soft-top examples carry the distinctive coachwork that sets them apart from standard coupes of the same year.

The XJ-S itself served as the successor to the E-Type and was equipped from the factory with a 5.3-litre V-12 engine rated at approximately 327 horsepower. Power was delivered through a GM Turbo 400 three-speed automatic transmission. These mechanical details remain consistent across the model line and give the car its characteristic performance profile from the late 1980s.

Washington Picture Car Rental Uses

Productions can place the car in 1980s period scenes where a British luxury convertible helps establish time and character status. Its low-mileage condition and clean presentation also suit establishing shots that linger on a vehicle arriving or departing. Background texture in street scenes benefits from the car’s recognizable silhouette without requiring close-up mechanical focus.

Commercial directors and still photographers often look for vehicles that convey understated elegance. This Jaguar can serve as a prop in fashion or lifestyle campaigns that reference the late 1980s or early 1990s. Music videos and branded content shoots gain a movable set piece that photographs well from multiple angles, especially with the top down.

Event planners have used similar convertibles for arrivals or static displays where guests expect a touch of classic automotive styling. The car’s two-door layout keeps the visual focus tight when it appears in frame with talent.

Book This 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible Today

View the full listing, including additional images and contact information for the owner, at the USA Movie Cars page dedicated to this vehicle. Productions ready to discuss rates or schedule a scout can reach USA Movie Cars by phone at 602-882-2705 or by email at [email protected].

Looking for Talent?

Productions that also need actors, background performers, or on-camera talent can contact the sister company Washington Actors at https://washingtonactors.com for local options or USActors.com at https://usactors.com/ for nationwide casting support.

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