THE LONDON MOTOR SHOW XK120 SURVIVES In edition #204 we told the story that the first XK120 ever was NOT the first RHD chassis number (#660001), but is the first LHD chassis number #670001 or HKV500. It still exists and has survived in good original shape since being sent to the US in December 1949.…
New R-Dynamic Black models further heighten the purity and presence that set Jaguar’s definitive sports car apart. Developed from the 300PS four-cylinder and 450PS V8 R-Dynamic Coupé and Convertible*, these exclusive additions to the line-up offer an enhanced specification and an even more luxurious, crafted interior. F-TYPE’s pure, sculpted form is accentuated by the Black Pack and 20-inch, five split-spoke wheels with…
Smiling Jaguar Magazine reader Tiff Needell needs little introduction, and aside from many other things, he drove Bob McKay’s XJ13 Brisbane-based replica on the famous UK Fifth Gear television show. He is a presenter of Lovecars, and formerly served as co-presenter of Top Gear and Fifth Gear. He drove F1 with Ensign, and made his first appearance at the 24…
In this week’s Autocar magazine, Gerry McGovern talks about “the future of Jaguar styling” building on the Re-imagine event and the investors call. “In my book,” he says, “the only thing that has to look traditional about a Jaguar is the badge. I really don’t think anything else matters.” “Jaguar designs will be compelling and…
The warranty period for all new Jaguar vehicles sold in Australia from the 1st of April 2021 is extended from the current three-years/100,000 kilometres to five years and unlimited kilometres. Warranty changes are effective across the entire range and even the multi-award-winning, all-electric I-PACE performance SUV. The I-PACE, which recently added the Royal Automobile Club…
WE DIDN’T SEE IT COMING In all the time I have been editing this magazine there has not been so much critical company controversy in one edition. I am talking about the fact Jaguar is set to lead the world of established motor manufacturers by dropping production of all internal combustion engined cars – in…
Editorial for edition #206 I am talking about the fact Jaguar is set to lead the world of established motor manufacturers by dropping production of all internal combustion engined cars – in just four years. The other matter is the controversy it created by suing a Swedish couple for building a C-Type replica. The replica…
OUR PAGE PROBLEMS HAVE ALL BEEN ATTENDED TO – WE ARE BACK! The world of computers and the internet can be a mystery to us, for some unknown reason our website and Facebook page had been blocked. Facebook is still an issue, but stay tuned to be inundated with news and snippets – plus our…
Jaguar Classic is celebrating the 70th anniversary of the legendary C-type sports racer by creating a strictly limited production run of new C-type Continuation cars, which will be hand built at Jaguar’s world-class Classic Works facility in Coventry. The C-type Continuation programme will allow historic motor racing enthusiasts to purchase a new factory-built example of the…
Land Rover was among the first automakers to forge a path in the highly profitable market for luxury sport utility vehicles, simplifying the technology for affluent but inexperienced off-road drivers. But the foreign-made rivals in the British company’s rearview mirror have grown closer than they might appear. On Thursday, Jaguar Land Rover Automotive Plc asked…