1965 Jaguar Mark X 4.2 Sedan

Specifications
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 Production started with the iconic XK 6-cylinder twin-cam motor of 3.8 liters, to be superseded by the 4.2 liter in the 1965 model year.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.