1965 Jaguar Mark X 4.2 Sedan
Specifications |
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| Stock: | J65-317 |
| Current condition: | DRIVER |
| Performance: | 6 cylinders with twin cams, 3 SU H.D #8 carb’s |
| Transmission: | Borg-Warner Typ-8 automatic transmission |
| Suspension: | Coil-spring independent rear suspension |
| Color exterior: | Old English White |
| Color interior: | Red |
| Features: | Pioneer AM/FM cassette, tool kit, and full sized spare tire |
| Mileage: | 64,927 |
| Wheels: | Steel wheels and hubcaps |
| Tires: | 205 75 R14 Radial white wall tires |
| Vin #: | 1D753317BW |
| Engine #: | 7D50784-9 |
| Gearbox #: | 12395 |
| Other 1: | Body Number: 4D50503 |
Description
(SOLD) This is an Arizona car that once was a recipient of a 1st place trophy at a JCNA show. It is rust free, and in complete and original condition. This is a very roomy and comfortable car to own and drive. With a little detail and TLC the car could become a contender for a show again, or just makes good driver and a very nice example of Mark X Sedan.
History
Originally aimed at the North American market, the 'Mark Ten' succeeded the Mark IX in 1961 as Jaguar's large, extra wide, luxury saloon, first showing off the soon-to-be familiar, modern face of Jaguar - prominent grille between four headlamps. Production started with the iconic XK 6-cylinder twin-cam motor of 3.8 liters, to be superseded by the 4.2 liter in the 1965 model year. All North American market cars came with the Borg-Warner Typ-8 automatic transmission. Of the 5,137 4.2s made, few survive and even fewer in this restored condition. At 4200 lbs, the 4.2 liter six-cylinder engine helped this vehicle roll down the road in elegant fashion. The vehicle sat on a 120 inch wheelbase and its 202 inch length provided plenty of room for its occupants. Body-on-frame construction was replaced by a massive unitized structure with coil-spring independent rear suspension like that of the E-Type. It came equipped with power steering, power windows, and air conditioning. It was almost as large as some full-size American cars of the period, but managed to look smaller because of the traditionally graceful Jaguar styling.