Jaguar

Manual or Auto? 1970 Jaguar E-Type

Regular readers will know the Jaguar E-Type holds a special place in my heart. I believe it is one of the most beautiful cars in automotive history, especially in Roadster form. This 1970 2+2 Coupe brings an air of… more»

Affordable Luxury: 1965 Jaguar S-Type

Jaguar’s Sir William Lyons pursued the saloon niche with a vengeance in the 1960s, introducing four models in quick succession. This constellation ranged from the limousine-like Mk X to the aristocratic luxury of the XJ6. The S-type sat between… more»

Special Equipment: 1955 Jaguar XK140 MC OTS

Reviewing derelict early XKs for Barn Finds reveals one consistency: you can find one of these projects in almost any configuration you want – complete/not complete; running/not running; rusty/not rusty; 120/140/150; matching numbers/or not. Maybe you can’t find one… more»

Taking a Vow of Poverty: British Car Collection For Sale

We have all heard that those who wish to enter certain religious orders must first take a vow of poverty in order to show their dedication.  That commitment obviously separates out those who are not truly serious about their… more»

This 1954 Jaguar XK 120 SE Needs to be Finished!

So near and yet so far. The owner says this 1954 Jaguar XK 120 SE (for Special Equipment) Roadster, here on craigslist in Aberdeen, Washington, is “basically ready for reassembly.” But there are still many major parts shown in… more»

V12 Targa Cabriolet: 1987 Jaguar XJ-SC

From decade to decade, we see different vehicles pop up that reflect some trend or fad that drove a manufacturer to develop a short-lived model for what seemed like strong consumer sentiment at the time. For a few years,… more»

Custom Roadster! 1971 Jaguar XJ6

Meet JAGROD, a custom roadster hand-built by the seller about nine years ago.  The project started off with a 1971 Jaguar XJ6 but morphed into the cool one-of-a-kind two-seater you can see here on eBay.  This one’s pretty impressive,… more»

Good Starting Point? 1967 Jaguar XKE 2+2

Sleek looks at a relatively affordable price and delivers good performance.  Those all seem to be reasons why the Jaguar XKE was a hit when it was introduced back in 1961, with the 2+2 four-seater following in ’66.  Among… more»

V12 Power! 1990 Jaguar XJS

The XJ-S ended up being one of the longest-running models Jaguar ever built, and when you look at the sleek lines and beautiful styling of these coupes it’s easy to understand why.  The cars first went on sale in… more»

BF Auction: 1968 Jaguar E-Type 2+2

Although most post-war British sports cars are recognized as low-power vehicles that provide an engaging driving experience, Jaguar introduced a game-changer with its iconic E-Type. Now buyers could slip behind the wheel of a sports car that could effortlessly… more»

BF Auction: 1969 Jaguar E-Type 2+2 Coupe

Jaguar introduced a 2+2 version of its iconic E-Type in 1966 to add versatility to the range. Many enthusiasts questioned the decision, but sales results proved it wise. The 2+2 remained ignored for years by the classic world, but… more»

BF Auction: 1986 Jaguar XJ-S HE

When Jaguar planned the replacement for its iconic E-Type, the vision was to recapture the model’s hard-edged sports car glory days. However, with the E-Type developing into a competent and comfortable Grand Tourer, the company elected to continue the… more»

It’s a Jute! 1998 Jaguar XJ8 Pickup

Combine a silky British saloon with the practicality of a pickup truck bed, and you’ve got yourself a Jute, a Jaguar Utility vehicle! Someone clever crafted exactly that, and this one-off creation in Morgantown, Pennsylvania can be yours with… more»

One-of-One 1955 Michelotti Jaguar XK140 Coupe Project

Appearances can be deceiving. What looks like a mid-60s Maserati is instead a 1955 Jaguar XK140 Special Equipment Coupe with coachwork by Giovanni Michelotti in Italy. It’s a project now, for sale at Bonhams and set to be auctioned… more»

California Cat: 1953 Jaguar XK120 SE OTS

Once again we confront a barn find Jaguar awaiting its Prince Charming. Here on craigslist is a 1953 Jaguar XK120 SE open two-seater, with an asking price of $55,000. Reviewing the assignment, I thought the ad sounded vaguely familiar,… more»

Museum Find: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed-Head Coupe

If you’re like me, you don’t mind the idea of a classic car serving a stint in a museum. However, I prefer to see this as a short-term situation because most cars deserve to be driven and enjoyed as… more»

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