1966 Jaguar S-Type
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1966 Jaguar S-Type
I know it is not a G, but I know there are many car buffs on this page who appreciate all makes, models, and years of vehicles.
This is my Father's pride and joy. He bought this car from a man that used to race jaguars when he was 25. He has always wanted to restore it to its former glory and he finally got the chance a couple years back.
The car was completely stripped, put on a rotisserie and stripped to bare metal. The rear fenders were originally skirted, but the fenders were cut and flares were leaded in, yes, old school lead body filler, no bondo here.
The stock motor in these cars was a 3.8 Liter in line 6 cylinder, but my Dad found a deal on a fully rebuilt 4.2 Liter motor of the same era (used in models like the E-Type and the 120's). In addition the tranny was changed from the sluggish automatic to a manual T-5 five speed (Ford's Mustang Tranny).
Other modernizations include upgraded Weber Carbs, Infiniti speakers, Amp, disc changer and hidden head unit. The car has custom wheels, actually built one-off for the car. The stance is much more aggressive than stock, with the wider rims and lower springs and shocks. I remember it used to drive like a tuna boat, not it drives like a street racer.
The motor and exhaust have a sound all their own. It is racy, yet classy. It is a sound that is unique and not often heard.
There was no expense spared in the restoration and modification of this car. The paint job alone could buy you a 2004 G35.
Another interesting fact about the car is its history, which is fully documented. From its trip across the Atlantic on the Queen Mary to its current state.
This car, named "Winston," as in Winston Churchill, brings great joy to my father and me and I hope you all enjoy the pictures!
This is my Father's pride and joy. He bought this car from a man that used to race jaguars when he was 25. He has always wanted to restore it to its former glory and he finally got the chance a couple years back.
The car was completely stripped, put on a rotisserie and stripped to bare metal. The rear fenders were originally skirted, but the fenders were cut and flares were leaded in, yes, old school lead body filler, no bondo here.
The stock motor in these cars was a 3.8 Liter in line 6 cylinder, but my Dad found a deal on a fully rebuilt 4.2 Liter motor of the same era (used in models like the E-Type and the 120's). In addition the tranny was changed from the sluggish automatic to a manual T-5 five speed (Ford's Mustang Tranny).
Other modernizations include upgraded Weber Carbs, Infiniti speakers, Amp, disc changer and hidden head unit. The car has custom wheels, actually built one-off for the car. The stance is much more aggressive than stock, with the wider rims and lower springs and shocks. I remember it used to drive like a tuna boat, not it drives like a street racer.
The motor and exhaust have a sound all their own. It is racy, yet classy. It is a sound that is unique and not often heard.
There was no expense spared in the restoration and modification of this car. The paint job alone could buy you a 2004 G35.
Another interesting fact about the car is its history, which is fully documented. From its trip across the Atlantic on the Queen Mary to its current state.
This car, named "Winston," as in Winston Churchill, brings great joy to my father and me and I hope you all enjoy the pictures!
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haha - Definitely got the vice grip on it! haha This car will be in the family for EVAR.
Thanks all for the nice comments. I guess I didn't got wrong by posting it up.
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