A Lifetime of European Cars
Tag: Jaguar
Originally the Swallow Sidecar Company (founded 1922), becoming Jaguar Cars in 1945. Known for elegant luxury sedans and legendary sports cars.
Most recognizable models: Jaguar E‑Type (1961–1975), Jaguar XJ (1968–present), Jaguar XK120 (1948–1954).
Years in business: 1922–present (Jaguar Land Rover since 2013).
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2008 New Zealand Trip
We drove all around the North Island and East toward Havelock, where Dr. Greg Beacham builds some of the nicest upgraded Jaguars on the planet. Read More
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Jaguar XJ-SC
The first XJ-SC was produced on June 28, 1982, the last January 26, 1988. In all 5013 XJ-SC Cabriolets were built. Read More
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2015 Techno Classica – Essen, Germany
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Jaguar XJSs
Today’s best bet for a reasonably priced British sports car that you can use and afford (at least for now). These 4.0 6-cylinder XJSs are nearly bullet proof and with a little maintenance can easily be used daily. We run 3 of them and use them often. I must admit, I hated the XJS when Read More
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Jaguar XK150
On the one hand, you have the raucous XK140 roadster, while on the other end of the XK range, you have the civilized, Jaguar XK150 Drop Head Coupe (DHC). This particular car was sold new in Atlanta and never left. I wanted to make this one something to use often….so we fitted the car with Read More
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Jaguar XK140
To my eye, the Jaguar XK140 OTS (roadster) is the best looking Jaguar ever made. Long and low, the XK140 looks right with the heavier chrome that the XK120 doesn’t have. Plus, it is far easier to get in and to drive. Ours was restored back in 1995 and has upgraded 5-speed, 4-wheel disc brakes Read More
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Jaguar XKE
I don’t have to tell anyone about the famous E-type. It has all been said before and probably a lot better. Suffice it to say, the series I E-type coupe and convertibles are among the best looking of all the well-known British sports cars. We are also currently building a Series III XKE coupe (that Read More
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Jaguar XJ12C
One of the more interesting offshoots of 70s British cars is the Jaguar XJ6C and the XJ12C that this one is. Only built 75-77 it is a 2 door hardtop version of a series II XJ sedan, I have always liked these cars since I sold them new. Despite their flaws and flexy bodys, a Read More