Thanks Paul, some interesting points on bodywork there and indeed performance too. I guess in a way, I am not too fussed about going faster / tuning etc having spent most of my life around American Muscle cars with tuned up engines with high lift cams , big carbs and headers etc, still owning one an...

Hi Paul,
many thanks indeed. If only I could have both lol !
Your message too is most helpful, indeed both are beautiful cars in their own right.
I welcome any more input from other enthusiasts regarding the Pre HE and HE, I am swayed to the 'pre' ... but then again.... !
Kind regards
Spen

Hi David,
thank you indeed for your reply.
Quite a lot to consider all in all, indeed I like both Pre HE and HE , both appear to have lots of good merits and your reply does indeed shed more light on the matter.
Quite a decision to make !
Spen

Hi, I am seriously considering buying an XJS 5.3. I have read the basics regarding the Pre HE and HE models... my main understanding being the HE has the Fireball heads that provide a little more mpg with fuel. Upon looking at adverts, advertisers appear to make a big point of stating when a car is ...