Product Description
Essential Buyer Guide XJ6-XJ12 & Sovereign - 9781845841195 - Veloce
Full coverage of all Classic Jaguar/Daimler saloons (1968-86)
In-depth analysis of strengths and weaknesses
Advice on choosing the right model and condition
How to avoid buying the wrong car
Like having a Jaguar expert at your side
Includes market and value data
Quick check guide and also a fuller inspection plan
Discussion of desirable upgrades as well as modifications to avoid
Where and how to buy
Details of club back-up and support organisations
Just like having an expert by your side, this unique book will help you work through the long list of XJ variants to choose the one that
best suits your budget and intended use. Full of practical first-hand tips and pictures to guide even a classic car novice through all
the stages of becoming a Jaguar or Daimler saloon owner. Packed with 100 detailed pictures, and with a unique points system to
assess the condition of potential purchases, this book is a must for any potential XJ6 owner, and could save you a great deal of
money and heartache.
In 1968 the Jaguar XJ6 set new standards for luxury cars and spawned more than a dozen variants over the next 20 years, including
the iconic 12 cylinder cars. This book guides you systematically though 3 different series of production, 4 engines and long or short
wheelbase saloons or coupés, pointing out faults common to all versions as well as some specific to each model. Working via
initial quick-check guidance and then in detail, step-by-step, through the strengths and weaknesses of your potential purchase,
you'll avoid buying a bad example and maximise the value and enjoyment you get out of your investment in one of motoring's
landmark cars. The book also points you towards the major players in the Jaguar community to help you maintain and improve your
Jaguar. Packed with 100 new detail pictures and with a unique points system this book is truly ESSENTIAL for any potential XJ6
owner.
Covers:
Series 1 XJ6, Daimler Sovereign/VDP (2.8 and 4.2) 1968-1973
Series 1 XJ12 and Daimler/VDP Double Six (5.3) 1972-1973
Series 2 XJ6 and Daimler Sovereign/VDP (3.4 and 4.2) 1973-1979
Series 2 XJ12 and Daimler/VDP Double Six (5.3) 1973-1979
Series 2 XJ6C/XJ12C and Daimler/VDP Coup� models 1975-1977
Series 3 XJ6 and Daimler Sovereign/VDP (3.4 and 4.2) 1979-1986
Series 3 XJ12 and Daimler Double Six (5.3) 1979-92