Thanks so much for your comments. If there was one thing I could change it would be to fit a 4 speed automatic box (or perhaps convert to a manual/od) because it does rev quite high on the open road. Would be nice to get some more MPG's these days too.
This is the most beautifully styled Jaguar sedan in history. This makes the Series 1 XJ6 look sad by comparison. The interior and exterior had exquisite detailing. The car was nimble yet smooth. We'll never see the likes of cars like these again. In the 1990's, several automakers tried to imitate the styling of the Mark 2 series cars (which included the Mark 2, the S-type, and the 420). Chrysler used the same rear quarter window shape on the LHS as on the 420.
These under appreciated vehicles combined the best of the old leather and wood Jaguars with the 4.2 engine/later brakes/independent rear end et cetera. They run rings around MK2's.
I ran a factory manual/overdrive for years and , in those days, could sit on 100mph for hours on end. A proper supercar is needed to outrun them.
I have got a very good hint for you to keeping the nice old Engine in good shape with todays ultra dry eco fuels: Use 1:100 API TC two stroke oil / fuel mix as regular driving fuel, that keeps the old fuel-system gaskets, rubber parts, alloy parts etc... and cast iron metal surfaces of those vintage engines in excellent shape...and it also lubricates the valves and upper piston regions. Most Porsche vintage owners in Germany do so :) Also keeps carbs and tank clean and rustfree
It appears that more people are beginning to appreciate old Jaguar sedans from the 1960's. They come from an era that is gone and sorely missed. Compared with its American contemporaries, the Jaguar was light, nimble handling and instantly outclassed all its rivals, foreign and domestic.
It's magnificent and puts the styling of modern Jags to shame, in my opinion. I think they use factory farmed walnut for the dash now, or something even worse !
@MikeJS57 It's basically the same shell and suspension as the S-Type, but with improved steering, brakes,cooling and of course the restyled front end w/ the 4.2.
I had a manual/overdrive 3.4S in the 80's that I put a good few miles on. The 420 is much quicker, even in automatic form, but tends to rev quite high on the open road.
@Taff1967SC That's the truth. With the standard 3.54 gear ratio, 3000 rpm was 60 mph. 3500 was 70. It only had a top speed of 110 mph, but had no trouble getting there.
I have got a very good hint for you to keeping the nice old DOHC Engine in good shape with todays ultra dry eco fuels: Use 1:100 API TC two stroke oil / fuel mix as regular driving fuel, that keeps the old fuel-system gaskets, rubber parts, alloy parts etc... and cast iron metal surfaces of those vintage engines in excellent shape...and it also lubricates the valves and upper piston regions. Most Porsche vintage owners in Germany do so :) Also keeps carbs and tank clean and rustfree
Thanks so much for your comments. If there was one thing I could change it would be to fit a 4 speed automatic box (or perhaps convert to a manual/od) because it does rev quite high on the open road. Would be nice to get some more MPG's these days too.
Taff1967SC 4 days ago
This is the most beautifully styled Jaguar sedan in history. This makes the Series 1 XJ6 look sad by comparison. The interior and exterior had exquisite detailing. The car was nimble yet smooth. We'll never see the likes of cars like these again. In the 1990's, several automakers tried to imitate the styling of the Mark 2 series cars (which included the Mark 2, the S-type, and the 420). Chrysler used the same rear quarter window shape on the LHS as on the 420.
fvk32771 2 months ago
Stunning car.
Paint looks good,interior looks good,wheels look good.chrome looks good,wood looks good,engine sounds good.....awesome.
These under appreciated vehicles combined the best of the old leather and wood Jaguars with the 4.2 engine/later brakes/independent rear end et cetera. They run rings around MK2's.
I ran a factory manual/overdrive for years and , in those days, could sit on 100mph for hours on end. A proper supercar is needed to outrun them.
You have a beautiful car.
nkelly9 2 months ago
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I have got a very good hint for you to keeping the nice old Engine in good shape with todays ultra dry eco fuels: Use 1:100 API TC two stroke oil / fuel mix as regular driving fuel, that keeps the old fuel-system gaskets, rubber parts, alloy parts etc... and cast iron metal surfaces of those vintage engines in excellent shape...and it also lubricates the valves and upper piston regions. Most Porsche vintage owners in Germany do so :) Also keeps carbs and tank clean and rustfree
Schlipperschlopper 1 year ago
It appears that more people are beginning to appreciate old Jaguar sedans from the 1960's. They come from an era that is gone and sorely missed. Compared with its American contemporaries, the Jaguar was light, nimble handling and instantly outclassed all its rivals, foreign and domestic.
fvk32771 1 year ago
Sooo beautiful. Sir William knew how to style a car.
pearlsnaredrummer77 1 year ago
Proper motor, Really classy inside & out.
cockycockney 1 year ago
It's magnificent and puts the styling of modern Jags to shame, in my opinion. I think they use factory farmed walnut for the dash now, or something even worse !
MikeJS57 1 year ago
Lovely. Is this the same bodyshell as is on a 3.4S and how do they compare for performance, bearing in mind that yours is an automatic ?
MikeJS57 1 year ago
@MikeJS57 It's basically the same shell and suspension as the S-Type, but with improved steering, brakes,cooling and of course the restyled front end w/ the 4.2.
I had a manual/overdrive 3.4S in the 80's that I put a good few miles on. The 420 is much quicker, even in automatic form, but tends to rev quite high on the open road.
Taff1967SC 1 year ago
@Taff1967SC That's the truth. With the standard 3.54 gear ratio, 3000 rpm was 60 mph. 3500 was 70. It only had a top speed of 110 mph, but had no trouble getting there.
fvk32771 1 year ago
Typical British car from the pre BL era.
Classy, beautiful,advanced, fast and good value for money.
helmuthoorn 1 year ago
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I have got a very good hint for you to keeping the nice old DOHC Engine in good shape with todays ultra dry eco fuels: Use 1:100 API TC two stroke oil / fuel mix as regular driving fuel, that keeps the old fuel-system gaskets, rubber parts, alloy parts etc... and cast iron metal surfaces of those vintage engines in excellent shape...and it also lubricates the valves and upper piston regions. Most Porsche vintage owners in Germany do so :) Also keeps carbs and tank clean and rustfree
Schlipperschlopper 1 year ago
Sigh......nuff said.
git1958 2 years ago
Lovely condition and looks great in this colour ...
Zloanne 2 years ago
Thanks. It was originally British racing green, but had it repainted in 1993. This is actually an older Saab colour.
Taff1967SC 2 years ago