Jaguar Mk II 3.8 litre
Overview
| Produced: |
1959-1967, 30070 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,5 doors,4 seats |
Undoubtedly one of the greatest saloon cars of all time appeared in
The Mk II 3.8 quickly established itself as the ultimate "Q" car and found many friends on both sides of the law. No 60's bank job was complete without a 3.8 get-away-car and a pursuing Police 3.8!! The Mk II 3.8 also arrived just in time to enjoy Britains new unrestricted M1 motorway and proved to be quite happy cruising at over
The Mk II did wonders for Jaguars reputation and helped to firmly establish its reputation as the sports saloon car manufacturer that all others should try to beat!!
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3781cc | S6 DOHC | Jaguar XK | 87mm x 106mm | 8 |
Fuel System
| Type | Number | Capacity | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| SU | 2 |
Transmission
| Type | Gears | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic | 3 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 mph | 8.5 s | 17 mpg | 220 bhp 5500 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Disc |
Auction Sales History
Books
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buying guide - Jaguar Mk2 (1959-1967) |
116 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics Spring 2012 | |||
| Buying guide - Jaguar Mk2 (1959-1967) - How to buy a good example of a great sporting saloon. | ||||
| Article |
Let's take The Jag |
42 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars October 2009 | |||
| Let's take The Jag - Cop car, robber's car, race car - the Jaguar Mk2's pacy reputation has kept a high profile for 50 years. Read the truth behind the myths before blagging a hot motor. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Guide - Jaguar Mk2 |
90 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars July 2008 | |||
| Buying Guide - Jaguar Mk2- The Jaguar Mk2 offered supercar performance and deft handling on its launch in 1959 - and today this compact saloon's appeal is stronger than ever. From restrained to rip-snorting, here's how to select the one you want. | ||||
| Article |
The car got the girl, the girl had the kids and the sports car had to go |
68 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars July 2007 | |||
| Don't panic! here's what you do now: Choose a stylish four-seat Alfa, Mustang, Gordon-Keeble, Jag Mk2 - or Tatra. | ||||
| Article |
Reader's restored car - Jaguar Mk2 |
46 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics March 2006 | |||
| Reader's restored car - Tell anyone you're going to turn a wreck of a Jaguar Mk2 into a great everyday car and they'll tell you you're mad. But that's what Brian Viney did, and he's not even slightly deranged. | ||||
| Article |
Treat yourself to Power & Luxury |
54 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars December 2005 | |||
| Treat yourself to Power & Luxury - Fast and sumptuous motoring takes many forms - just look at these five classics. But they all have one thing in common: you could own one for a lot less than you might think. Maserati Quattroporte, Ferrari 400 GT, Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II, Jensen Interceptor, Jaguar MK2. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Jaguar MkII Family |
122 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics April 1999 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Jaguar MkII Family - No room for the Labradors in the E-type? You need a Sixties Jaguar saloon, sir: Will Holman show how to avoid a real dog. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Jaguar MK2 |
138 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 1998 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Jaguar MK2 - In the Sixties, only high-flying execs and villains drove a Jaguar MK2. Now, any grouchy Oxford detective can afford one. And so can you. By Dan Strong. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Jaguar Mk2 |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 27 July 2011 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Jaguar Mk2 - The Mk2 offered supercar performance and sharp handling on debut in 1959. MATT GEORGE explains how to bag a good one today. | ||||
| Article |
Quick Buy - Jaguar Mk2 |
116 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly March 2011 | |||
| Quick Buy - Jaguar Mk2 - Loved by racers, gentlemen, and gangsters alike, the Mk2 remains a superb classic. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Jaguar Mk2 (1959-1967) |
66 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 15 September 2010 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Jaguar Mk2 (1959-1967) - The ultimate sporting saloon of its day, the Jaguar Mk2 offers much of the fun of an E-type at a fraction of the cost. Prices are picking up, buy as RICHARD DREDGE explains, this is still a bargain classic. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Guide - Jaguar MK2 (1959-1967) |
78 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart May 2010 | |||
| Buying Guide - Jaguar MK2 (1959-1967) - Fantastic performance, mouth watering design and space for all the family - it doesn't get much better than a Jaguar Mk2. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's guide - Jaguar Mk2 |
158 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car January 2010 | |||
| Buyer's guide - Jaguar Mk2 - One of the most beautiful four-door saloons ever, with performance to match, the rakish Mk2 has always been a winner, argues Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Is there any better classic for a 1500-mile European blast? |
80 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car January 2010 | |||
| Is there any better classic for a 1500-mile European blast? - So asks Martin Buckley as he reacquaints himself with a legend. Chasing The Motor's road test route to Geneca in a Jaguar Mk 2 3.8. | ||||
| Article |
Sharp shooters - Jaguar Mk2s |
46 |
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| Publication | Octane January 2010 | |||
| Sharp shooters - Jaguar Mk2s - The world's favourite cops 'n' robbers car has been a little overlooked of late, but a surge of interest at the top end of the market should revive its fortunes. | ||||
| Article |
Sunny delight |
86 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly March 2009 | |||
| Sunny delight- This flamboyant Mk2 has had a toltal restoration - and all so it can once again trade paint with other racing Jags... | ||||
| Article |
Buying guide - Jaguar MK2 1959-1967 |
132 |
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| Publication | Octane February 2009 | |||
| Buying guide - Jaguar MK2 1959-1967- A doyen of the classic car scene, the Jaguar Mk2 is a very satisfactory buy-just as long as you buy wisely. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers guide - Jaguar MK2 |
104 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly July 2008 | |||
| Buyers guide - Jaguar MK2- Fast and stylish Jaguar's Mk2 was an instant classic that's just as desirable today. | ||||
| Article |
Morse code |
46 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast November 2005 | |||
| Morse code - Nigel Thorley meets up with one of the world's most famous Jaguars - the Inspector Morse Mark 2. | ||||
| Article |
The Mark 1 - An Alternative Perspective |
30 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast February 2005 | |||
| The Mark 1 - An Alternative Perspective - Jaguar Mark 1 & 2 Saloons - Anniversary Year (50 years since launch). | ||||
| Article |
Around The World in 80 Dismays Part 3 |
62 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast December 2004 | |||
| Around The World in 80 Dismays Part 3 - Andrew Thompson finishes the story of his Mark 2 restoration. | ||||
| Article |
Around The World in 80 Dismays |
48 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast October 2004 | |||
| Around The World in 80 Dismays - The story of a Mark 2 restoration from Andrew Thompson. | ||||
| Article |
Grace Pace & Space - Modifying Jaguar MKII |
82 |
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| Publication | Classics August 2004 | |||
| Grace Pace & Space - Modifying Jaguar MKII - Is it possible to improve on a classic Jaguar? Several companies have tried. Mike Renaut compares three MKIIs comprising very different DNA. | ||||
| Article |
Marque Five Jaguar Saloons |
61 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart May 2004 | |||
| Marque Five Jaguar Saloons - There have been some superb classic Jaguar saloons over the years; but which make the best buys today? Paul Guinness takes a look at five of them in the first of our new marque five series.,Jaguar Mk2, Jaguar S-Type, Jaguar Mk Ten, Jaguar SJ6, Jaguar XK40 | ||||
| Article |
Home Maintenance - A Jaguar Mark 2 Manual Choke Conversion |
22 |
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| Publication | Jaguar Enthusiast December 2003 | |||
| Home Maintenance - A Jaguar Mark 2 Manual Choke Conversion. | ||||
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