Jaguar Books

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Mixed Models:

Keith Martin on Collecting Jaguar Keith Martin on Collecting Jaguar

Keith Martin's vast experience writing car-collecting columns in magazines such as Autoweek and Automobile, appearances on Speed Channel, seminars at major auctions, and publishing Sports Car Market magazine has made him an expert on car collecting. In this book, Martin and other editors and contributors of SCM have collected the magazine\'s best articles and auction reports covering the Jaguar marque. Full of pithy comments and straight talk about the pros and cons of Jaguar ownership, this book will be an incredible value for Jaguar lovers and fans of SCM.

Paperback   8-1/4 x 10-5/8 128 pp  175 color


Jaguar 6 Cylinder Engine Overhaul 1948-1986 Jaguar 6 Cylinder Engine Overhaul 1948-1986

Follow the Jaguar 6 Cylinder engine/I.R.S. (independent rear suspension) / SU Carburetors through a complete restoration in this collection of reprinted articles from Jaguar World and Car Restorer. Over 350 illustrations guide you through every step of the process with detailed descriptions of all engine overhaul procedures. Sftbd., 8 1/4x 11 3/4, 89 pgs., 199+ b&w ill., 191 color.


The Jaguar File The Jaguar File

This comprehensive directory of Jaguar cars includes all of the marque's models since 1922. From the earliest creations of Sir William Lyons to the new X-Type sedan, this book includes both road cars and racers. Short descriptions, full specification tables, and high-quality b&w photos define each model, adding up to as complete a history of Jaguar as you will ever find. 2nd Edition. Hdbd., 8 1/2 x 6, 432 pgs., hundreds of b&w ill.'


Le Mans: The Jaguar Years 1949-1957 Le Mans: The Jaguar Years 1949-1957

Contemporary reports drawn from British and American journals contain detailed results of the triumphant years for Jaguar. Filled with 42 stories that lead you through these exciting, post-war races. Contains detailed results and annual summaries by Anders Ditlev Clausager. Sftbd., 8'x 10 3/4', 184 pgs.'


Haynes Jaguar 12-Cylinder 1972-85 Shop Manual Haynes Jaguar 12-Cylinder 1972-85 Shop Manual

334 pgs., 878 ill.'


Jaguar: Fifty Years of Speed and Style Jaguar: Fifty Years of Speed and Style

A celebration of Jaguars, from 1948 to today's S-type and X-type, features all-color photography and examinations of their technical relationship to U.S. and European Fords, and the marque's new 'premium brand' role as a volume producer. 2nd ed. Hdbd., 8 1/4 x 10 1/2, 176 pgs., 140 color ill.'


Jaguar 2.4, 3.4 & 3.8 Litre MkII Shop Manual Jaguar 2.4, 3.4 & 3.8 Litre MkII Shop Manual

Jaguar 2.4, 3.4 & 3.8 Liter MkII Shop Manual.


Practical Jaguar Ownership Practical Jaguar Ownership

Subtitled: How to Extend the Life of a Well-worn Cat. Benefit from a life times experience of rescuing, restoring and refurbishing scores of Jaguars abandoned as being beyond repair. This refreshing read, laced with priceless advice, covers Cross restoration experiences with SS Jaguar saloons and drophead coupes; the MkV, VII, VIII and IX saloons; the XK120, XK140 and XK150 sportscars; the classic Mk 1 and Mk 2 saloons; the famous E-type coupes and convertibles; the XJ6 and XJ12 saloons; and the XJS coupes. Cross identifies and offers solutions to the many pitfalls he has encountered over the years. Hdbd., 7 1/4x 9 1/2, 128 pgs., 90 b&w ill.'


 

XK 120, 140, 150:

Jaguar XK120 Restoration Jaguar XK120 Restoration

The clearest step-by-step XK120 restoration guide available! Follow this entire restoration from start to finish. Fabulous photos chart the entire restoration project: stripdown starts, floorpan removal, engine removal, bottom end build-up, gearbox disassembly and rebuild, electrical fittings, brake restoration and more. Restore your XK120 to prize-winning perfection with these expert restoration techniques. Sftbd., 8 1/4x 11 3/4, 130 pgs., 100s of b&w & color ill.

 

Jaguar XK120,XK140,XK150 Sports Cars

 

Jaguar XK120,XK140,XK150 Sports Cars

Jaguar XK120,XK140,XK150 Sports Cars

 

 

 

 

 

Jaguar XK

Jaguar XK

More than 30,000 XK open tourers, convertibles and coupes were manufactured over a period of 11 years; the majority of surviving examples are now desirable classics. Beginning with the XK120 introduced after World War II, this guide describes each model's design, development, production and competition careers, providing valuable purchasing and ownership advice and sources for spare parts. Completely illustrated, the book also includes appendices of technical specifications, serial numbers, model changes and color codes.Paperback, 9-1/4 x 7, 128 pp, 140 b/w

 

 

 

E-Type:

Jaguar E-Type Jaguar E-Type

The founder of the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club details the history of one of Jaguar's best loved creations, the E-Type, in this comprehensive volume in the Haynes Great Cars series. This beautiful book features plenty of studio-shot color photography highlighting the various features and body details of each generation of E-Type. An entire section is devoted to the lightweight competition E-Types. Interesting anecdotes and driving impressions are found throughout. Hdbd., 10 x 10, 160 pgs., 300 color and b&w ill.'


Jaguar C-Type and D-Type 1951-1960: Gold Portfolio Jaguar C-Type and D-Type 1951-1960: Gold Portfolio

Road and race reports reprinted from your favorite contemporary magazine articles.


Jaguar E-Type: The Complete Story Jaguar E-Type: The Complete Story

Award-winning motoring historian Jonathan Wood examines the complete history of this fabulous car and looks behind the scenes at Jaguar\146s famous Browns Land factory and the team responsible for making the E-type a world class sports car. Wood charts the design and development of the E-type in six and twelve cylinder forms, plus its career on racetracks of the world. Contains a wealth of technical specs and comparisons, plus practical information on buying and maintenance.

Paperback  8 x 10-1/2  205 pages \149 88 color, 73 b/w


 

MK 1and MK 2:

XJS:

Jaguar XJ-S V12 1988-1996 Ultimate Portfolio Jaguar XJ-S V12 1988-1996 Ultimate Portfolio

Detailed reports from four continents trace the final production years of Jaguar's successful V12 coupe - the XJ-S. Included are road and comparison tests, full specifications and technical data, model updates, plus advice on buying a used Jaguar. Covered are the 5.3 and 6.0 liter cars in both coupe and convertible form plus the JaguarSport XJR-S. Sftbd., 8'x 10 3/4', 216 pgs., 375 b&w ill.


Jaguar XJS Gold Portfolio 1975-1988 Jaguar XJS Gold Portfolio 1975-1988

Road tests, touring, specifications, comparisons, new model reports, racing. Models covered: Koenig, Lister, Lynx, Tullius, TWR, V-12, HE, 3.6C, Cabriolet, and Convertible.

Softbound, 182 pages, hundreds of illustrations.


Jaguar XJS: A Collector's Guide

Jaguar XJS: A Collector's Guide

Jaguar XJS: A Collector's Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

XJ-6:

Jaguar XJ6 Performance Portfolio 1979-1986 Jaguar XJ6 Performance Portfolio 1979-1986

Filled with road and comparison tests, performance and technical data, new model introductions, long term reports and buying, plus coverage of Jaguar's Series III, Daimler, Sovereign, XJ4.2, TWR, 3.4 models and more. Sftbd., 8'x 10 3/4', 100 pgs., 180 b&w ill.


Haynes Jaguar XJ6 & XJ 1968-86 Shop Manual Haynes Jaguar XJ6 & XJ 1968-86 Shop Manual

256 pgs., 420 ill.'


Haynes Jaguar XJ6 1988-94 Shop Manual Haynes Jaguar XJ6 1988-94 Shop Manual

Sftbd., 8 1/4x 10 3/4, 272 pgs., 653 b&w ill.'


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XK-8, XKR:

Jaguar XK8 and XKR Jaguar XK8 and XKR

Subtitled: Plus XK180 and F-type Concept. Powered by a silky smooth 4-litre V8 engine, the XK8 and XKR have set new standards in performance, refinement and comfort. This colorful guide examines XK heritage through to the famous E-type and then traces Jaguar's return, after a foray into the GT market with the XJS, to the design and development of the cars which have been the company\'s flagships for the past four years. A special chapter is devoted to two exciting two-seater prototypes: the XK180 and the F-type Concept. Features production and sales history, technical specs, performance assessments, optional equipment, model ID features, design, and development. Sftbd., 6 3/4'x 9 1/2', 128 pgs., 32 b&w and color ill.'


 

 

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