Jaguar

Estate Sale Garage Find: 1964 Jaguar S-Type

The S-Type was a 4-door sedan (aka “saloon”) built by Jaguar Cars in England between 1963 and 1968. An extension of the earlier Mark 2, it had more amenities than its predecessor. Initially available with a 3.4-liter inline-6, the… more»

Good Daily Driver? 1992 Jaguar XJS

The premise of using a classic car for a daily driver is one that often inspires much debate. The more sensible among us will likely cite the challenges associated with owning an older vehicle that is put through its… more»

Rusty Cat: 1956 Jaguar XK140 MC Drophead Coupe

How much rust is tolerable in a vintage car? I’m supposing most of you would say, depends on the car and where it is…. How about a 1956 Jaguar XK140 drophead coupe, and how about “all over”? Let’s consider… more»

Garage Find: 1970 Jaguar XKE Series II Coupe

As popular as Jaguar’s first post-war sports car was, the XKE outdid it by a mile. It didn’t hurt that the XKE’s US introduction at the 1961 International Automobile Show in New York was conducted by Marilyn Hanold, Playboy’s… more»

Update: 1965 Jaguar E-Type Roadster Right-Hand Drive

UPDATE 01/26/2024: When a classic falls within a certain price range, it isn’t uncommon for a seller not to taste success on their first attempt to find it a new home. Such has been the case with this 1965… more»

Manual Conversion: 1970 Jaguar XJ6

Now, this is something you don’t see everyday: an attempted 5-speed manual conversion of a classic 1970 Jaguar XJ6 sedan. Any number of Jaguars have been used for V8 conversions, so it’s not surprising to see to see the… more»

Champagne Trays in the Back: 1961 Jaguar Mark IX Saloon

It is funny how the styling of some vehicles is completely tied to their country of origin.  For America, Corvettes and Mustangs carry the flag.  Citroens of all types are more French than the Eifel Tower, and Japanese Kei… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Jaguar E-Type 2+2

Some cars evolve from one form to another during their production life, and it is fair to say that was the case with Jaguar’s legendary E-Type. Upon its release, it was undoubtedly a genuine sports car, but this 1969… more»

Horse Stall Find: 1969 Jaguar Mark X

Among the legions of classic Jaguars that enthusiasts have access to on any given classifieds site, the Mark X or 420 series sedan is one of the more obscure options. This is the Jaguar that time forgot, as it… more»

Simply Stunning: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Roadster

Ever since I was “knee-high to a june bug,” I’ve been drawn (like a bug to a bright porch light) to the styling and overall design of cars and trucks. I guess that’s why I gravitated towards a career… more»

Dust For Free: Barn Find 1977 Jaguar XJ6C

The XJ series was the pinnacle of Jaguar’s touring models, with a cabin to rival the most luxurious of living rooms. Spacious, and saturated with leather, wool, and wood, these sedans arrived in 1974 to take the place of… more»

Private Collection in Vermont For Sale!

This is one of the more interesting collections we’ve seen come up for sale, and the irony is not lost on me that it’s located in Vermont. With an impressive collection of Volvo 240s along with some vintage American… more»

Fitting Tribute: 1956 Jaguar D-Type Replica

One danger associated with producing a tribute vehicle is that the finished product will often be a pale imitation of the classic upon which it was based. However, some break new ground by offering a level of fit and… more»

Abandoned Yard Find: 1957 Jaguar MKVIII

As we all know by now, Facebook Marketplace has become a potential treasure trove of project cars and trucks. If the barrier of listing on craigslist proved too challenging for some sellers, Facebook does make it ridiculously easy to… more»

Documented Survivor: 1954 Jaguar XK120 Roadster

The Jaguar XK120 was the wellspring of the company’s celebrated XK series. Introduced in 1948, the car was never meant for production. Rather, it was cobbled together to showcase Jaguar’s new DOHC engine, painstakingly developed by engineer William Heynes… more»

Same Owner for 45 Years: 1970 Jaguar E-Type

A long-term ownership history is always attractive for enthusiasts seeking a classic to park in their garage. This 1970 Jaguar E-Type ticks that box because the seller has been its custodian for forty-five years. It has avoided the rust… more»

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