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Year-by-year archive pages with brochure PDFs, core specs, and links to related models.
This archive contains six original brochures spanning seven decades of the Jaguar Type XK story, from 1949 to 2021. Dealer literature from three international markets traces the evolution of this celebrated sports car through its various iterations: early roadster models, competition variants, and contemporary continuations. The collection serves automotive historians, researchers, and enthusiasts seeking primary-source documentation of one of Britain's most significant automotive designs.
Year-by-year archive pages with brochure PDFs, core specs, and links to related models.
Original manufacturer materials document equipment and options exactly as they were offered.
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By 1967, Jaguar's compact saloon range offered two engines to compete in a crowded middle market: the 2.4-litre unit producing 120 bhp sat alongside the more potent 3.4-litre six-cylinder good for 210 bhp. The 240 targeted cost-conscious buyers and fleet operators, while the 340 attracted those wanting genuine performance without the exotic maintenance demands of the E-Type. Bo
Jaguar's 2021 continuation programme offered buyers a choice between open and closed bodywork—the roadster and the fixed-head coupé shared the catalogue that year, each hand-assembled in Coventry. Under the bonnet sat a 3.8-litre straight-six producing 220 kW, paired with a four-speed manual gearbox that demanded driver engagement. Production remained strictly limited, with all
Against the Bentley S2 and the latest Mercedes 300SE, the 1961 Mark 10 arrived as Jaguar's answer to the luxury saloon establishment—faster, more agile, and significantly less expensive. Its 3.8-litre engine produced 265 horsepower, enough to embarrass heavier rivals on the motorway. Independent double-wishbone suspension and a new rear design promised both pace and the refinem
Against the Mercedes-Benz 220 and the Rover 3.5 Litre, the Mark 2 arrived in 1960 as Jaguar's answer to buyers wanting executive pace without supercar pretension. The larger 3.4-litre engine produced 210 horsepower, while the economical 2.4-litre alternative delivered 120 hp for those prioritizing running costs. Independent front suspension and a genuinely modern cabin set it a
When the XK 120 debuted in 1949, it arrived as a British answer to Continental sports-car ambition—a car that reached 120 mph with ease, powered by a 3.4-litre twin-cam straight-six developing 160 horsepower. UK buyers found themselves with a machine that could match Italian and German rivals at a fraction of their asking price.
By 1992, the XJ220 stood alone in a market saturated with mid-engine hypercars from Ferrari and Lamborghini. Jaguar's answer was defiantly different: a 542-horsepower twin-turbocharged V6 mounted amidships, paired with all-wheel drive and a five-speed gearbox. Where rivals offered raw aggression, the XJ220 promised composed speed. Only 275 cars were built across the production
The archive contains 6 original documents spanning the Type XK and related models. These include factory literature, brochures, and dealer materials that chronicle the development and market presence of this iconic British sports car across multiple decades and variants.
Documents range from 1949 to 2021, capturing the original Type XK launch through to modern continuation models. This 72-year span reflects the car's enduring legacy, though not every year is represented equally in the collection.
Yes. Factory brochures and dealer catalogs provide authentic specifications, color options, and equipment details invaluable for period-correct restoration. Original literature serves as a reference guide for mechanical and cosmetic authenticity when returning a Type XK to its original condition.
The collection includes 3 regional variants, reflecting how the Type XK was marketed across different territories. These market-specific documents show variations in specification, pricing, and availability that differed by geography during the car's production and continuation phases.
This archive focuses on original documents and their historical context. The catalog page covers the car's technical specifications and performance details. Here you explore the actual factory literature and dealer materials that shaped how customers experienced and understood the Type XK.
The archive covers the original Type XK alongside related models including the 240 and 340, C-Type Continuation, Mark 10 4.2 Saloon, and Mark 2 variants. This broader collection shows how Jaguar's sports car heritage evolved across different body styles and market segments.
Documents extend through 2021, including modern continuation models. The collection is regularly reviewed and expanded as significant original literature surfaces. Check back periodically, as new acquisitions are added when authenticated materials become available.