Having dominated international sports car racing during the 1950s with five victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans alone, Jaguar stunned the world when it announced a temporary hiatus from motor racing in October 1956. While the then-current D-Type was thoroughly sorted, tested, and reliable after three hard-fought racing seasons, upcoming regulat..
After winning the grueling 24 Hours of Le Mans outright in 1951 and 1953 with its XK120-derived C-Type sports racers, Jaguar upped the ante with its successor, the brilliant new D-Type, in 1954. Setting entirely new standards with its cutting-edge competition engineering and stunning performance, the D-Type continues to captivate legions of coll..
In 1959, Jaguar substantially updated its successful mid-sized 2.4/3.4-litre sports saloons, renaming the line with the simple moniker: “Mark II.” The unmistakable rounded styling got a slight facelift, resulting in a larger greenhouse and more delicate, chrome-trimmed window frames that gave it a lighter, airier appearance. Most important to Jagua..
Highlights“Special Equipment” version with special “B” type cylinder head, chrome wire wheels with “knock-off” hubs, dual exhaust, and windshield washersMatching numbers 3.4-liter DOHC inline six-cylinder “SE” engine, 210 hp, twin SU H.D.6 carburetorsFirst Jaguar production car with disc brakes
HighlightsUnraced condition with just under 700 milesUpgraded air conditioning and front / rear axle lift added6.0-liter, 450 hp mid-engine V12 mated to a five-speed manual transmissionReady to enjoy with over $21,000 of work since July 2021 Chassis No. XJR-15 0..