You & Your Jaguar XJS

by Thorley, Nigel

• ISBN13: 9781844252343
• ISBN10: 1844252345
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2005-11-10
• Publisher: Haynes Pubns

Summary

When Jaguar launched the XJS in 1975, it did not meet with universal approval and several years were to pass before it was generally accepted as a fine car in its own right. Jaguar's perseverance and dedication, however, resulted in many improvements and eventually in booming sales. This distinctive model remained in production for no fewer than 21 years, during which time it became regarded as a classic, with more than 115,000 produced, and has earned a lasting place in Jaguar's history. In this updated edition, published to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the launch of the XJS, jaguar authority Nigel Thorley provides a comprehensive study of this classic GT car, telling the full development story and giving advice on buying and maintaining a car. Illustrated throughout in colour and rounded off with detailed appendices containing production figures, specifications and colour schemes, this fascinating book will appeal to all XJS enthusiasts as well as anyone with an interest in all matters Jaguar. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements	p. 6
Introduction	p. 7
The arrival of XJ27	p. 9
The first five years	p. 20
Rebirth: HE and beyond	p. 27
Twelve into six	p. 34
From closed to open	p. 40
Ongoing development	p. 46
From Cab to Con	p. 54
A major facelift	p. 60
The grand finale	p. 68
XJS: A growth industry	p. 82
The sporting side	p. 106
Choosing and buying an XJS	p. 116
Owning, running and caring for an XJS	p. 130
XJS modifications	p. 157
XJS production figures	p. 164
XJS model and development diary	p. 165
XJS model specifications	p. 167
XJS colour schemes	p. 169
Clubs and specialists	p. 175
Index	p. 179
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