Upgraded XK engine with Iskiderian camshafts, wide-angle cylinder heads and oversized pistons
Fully synchronised four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive and 3:08 differential
Developed and tuned by a Jaguar mechanic
The Plus
Probably inspired by successful sports cars such as the Fraser Nash TT Replica, Allard and Healey Silverstone, the British-built 'Kougar' specials combined Jaguar engineering with a lightweight open-wheel chassis.
This example, built in 1978, is rather refined. Its XK in-line six-cylinder has been upgraded with Iskiderian camshafts, wide-angle cylinder heads and oversized pistons, giving it, according to feedback, significant extra power. It looks very good overall and we're told it's a real pleasure to drive. It has been developed and tuned by a qualified Jaguar mechanic, so it is said to offer good performance and handling.
History and documents
Retains its British road registration
Built in 1978 by Harry Philips at a cost of £2,000 (€2,400)
State of the art
Finished to a very high standard
Remarkably well preserved
Straight bodywork with no signs of corrosion or damage
No noticeable signs of wear to the paintwork, which remains very bright
Elegant chrome
Vintage Wolfrace wheels
245 tyres
Interior looks good with minimal signs of wear
Elegant dashboard, instruments and controls
Carpet looks in good condition
Equipped with individual windscreens
Powertrain
XK DOHC 3.8-litre in-line six-cylinder engine
Fully synchronised four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive
3:08 differential
Well presented engine compartment
Two electric fuel pumps feed two carburettors
Tuned by a qualified Jaguar mechanic
Seller says this car is a 'beast' to drive and incredibly fun to drive
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