Original Jaguar XK: The Restorer's Guide
From the first XK120 Roadster to the ultimate 3.8-liter XK150 "S," the Jaguar XK is one of the most elegant and collectible European cars available, and highly sought-after by collectors and restorers around the globe. Bringing a car back to its original condition involves more than simply buying up parts and accessories at swap meets and giving it a new paint job. It means knowing which parts, colors, and other features are correct for your car. With extensive research and contributions from many XK specialists and experts, Philip Porter's Original Jaguar XK is the ultimate source of information for the owner, buyer, restorer, or fan of the Jaguar XK. Every inch of every car is exposed, including the 120, 140, and 150 Roadsters, as well as the Drophead and Fixed-Head Coupes. Details such as production numbers, mechanical specifications, engine codes, interior styles, and much more are covered. Accenting the thorough text are over 250 color photographs clearly illustrating every aspect of each car, as well as complete and perfect restorations and the very best preserved XKs in existence. Original Jaguar XK is a perfect addition to every Jaguar enthusiast's library, shop, or garage.
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Original Jaguar XK: The Restorer's Guide
From the first XK120 Roadster to the ultimate 3.8-liter XK150 "S," the Jaguar XK is one of the most elegant and collectible European cars available, and highly sought-after by collectors and restorers around the globe. Bringing a car back to its original condition involves more than simply buying up parts and accessories at swap meets and giving it a new paint job. It means knowing which parts, colors, and other features are correct for your car. With extensive research and contributions from many XK specialists and experts, Philip Porter's Original Jaguar XK is the ultimate source of information for the owner, buyer, restorer, or fan of the Jaguar XK. Every inch of every car is exposed, including the 120, 140, and 150 Roadsters, as well as the Drophead and Fixed-Head Coupes. Details such as production numbers, mechanical specifications, engine codes, interior styles, and much more are covered. Accenting the thorough text are over 250 color photographs clearly illustrating every aspect of each car, as well as complete and perfect restorations and the very best preserved XKs in existence. Original Jaguar XK is a perfect addition to every Jaguar enthusiast's library, shop, or garage.
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Original Jaguar XK: The Restorer's Guide

Original Jaguar XK: The Restorer's Guide

by Philip Porter
Original Jaguar XK: The Restorer's Guide

Original Jaguar XK: The Restorer's Guide

by Philip Porter

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Overview

From the first XK120 Roadster to the ultimate 3.8-liter XK150 "S," the Jaguar XK is one of the most elegant and collectible European cars available, and highly sought-after by collectors and restorers around the globe. Bringing a car back to its original condition involves more than simply buying up parts and accessories at swap meets and giving it a new paint job. It means knowing which parts, colors, and other features are correct for your car. With extensive research and contributions from many XK specialists and experts, Philip Porter's Original Jaguar XK is the ultimate source of information for the owner, buyer, restorer, or fan of the Jaguar XK. Every inch of every car is exposed, including the 120, 140, and 150 Roadsters, as well as the Drophead and Fixed-Head Coupes. Details such as production numbers, mechanical specifications, engine codes, interior styles, and much more are covered. Accenting the thorough text are over 250 color photographs clearly illustrating every aspect of each car, as well as complete and perfect restorations and the very best preserved XKs in existence. Original Jaguar XK is a perfect addition to every Jaguar enthusiast's library, shop, or garage.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781913089597
Publisher: Porter Press
Publication date: 06/15/2022
Edition description: Revised
Pages: 400
Product dimensions: 9.00(w) x 11.00(h) x 1.25(d)

About the Author

Philip Porter has written about 30 motoring books, twice winning the Montagu Trophy for best motoring book of the year. A lifelong motor racing enthusiast, that enthusiasm was largely fired by Stirling Moss. Like so many young boys in the fifties, he was Philip’s absolute hero. As a consequence, Philip began successfully competing in motor sport while still at school. He began acquiring classic sports cars long before it became a boom and owns 9600 HP, the oldest E-type in existence. This led to some motoring journalism among his busy business career. He later satisfied his competitive spirit with flying hot air balloons and airships, winning the silver medal at the 1991 European Airship Championships. In 1992 he became the first person ever to fly an airship in Africa. He is Chairman of the Sherlock Holmes Society and an active member of the Jerome K. Jerome Society. In 1997 he and his wife Julie founded the International Jaguar XK Club and in 2004 they started the Jaguar E-type Club. Philip edits both monthly magazines and Sir Stirling is Patron of the XK Club. Philip and Julie live in a Tudor farmhouse in Worcestershire and have their offices in an adjoining thatched barn.

Table of Contents

Introduction6
Past, Present & Future8
Bodyshell20
Body Trim34
Interior Trim44
Facia & Instruments63
Weather Equipment70
Boot & Tools77
Electrics & Lamps83
Engine89
Carburettors & Fuel System102
Cooling System106
Exhaust System109
Transmission110
Chassis116
Suspension121
Steering123
Brakes126
Wheels & Tyres128
Special Equipment Models130
Options, Extras & Accessories132
Identification, Production Figures, Dating & Colours138
Specialists & Clubs144
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