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The XJ6 of 1968 was destined to survive for 18 years. It was a replacement for both the large Mark X and the Mark II saloons. It was low and sleek and exceptionally well refined. The 4.2 litre engine was essentially the same as the Mark X unit, but a new 2.8 litre engine was also offered. Most XJ6s were fitted with automatic transmission, although a manual gearbox was offered.

The sensational 120 was introduced in 1948. It shared its chassis with the Mark V, although the 120's was shortened somewhat. The XK120 was equipped with the new twin-cam six cylinder engine.

© Phil Seed 2002

Specification Jaguar XK 120

A high performance saloon with traditional looks, the car sported a twin-cam engine with hemispherical combustion chambers. The car had a timber-framed body and a fabric covered roof. Fully hydraulic brakes replaced the hydro-mechanical ones in 1952.

The 2.5 litre model looked identical to the 1.5 , but was 7 inches longer. Roadholding is said to be not quite as good as that of the 1.5 litre.

The spare wheel was hidden behind a panel in the front wing.

The BRISTOL ZAGATO GRAND TOURING MODEL is designed to cater for those who desire an even faster car than the standard type 406 saloon. The BRISTOL ZAGATO is lighter and smaller with a tuned version of the 406 Bristol engine.

The One-Point-Five was initially intended as the new Morris Minor, but it ended up as the Wolsely 1500 and the Riley 1.5

The engine in the Riley version gave 36 per cent more power than that of the Wolsely, but fewer were sold (39882 Rileys as opposed to 100744 Wolseleys).

The pathfinder looked thoroughly modern: full-width bodywork with wide, one-piece windscreen.

The interior was roomy, with seats for 6. An unsual feature of this car is the position of the gearlever: on the floor, to the right of the driver.

Armstrong Siddeley (UK)