Jaguar XJ Series 1, 2 and 3 (1968–1992)
XJ6 series 1 (1968-1974)
The XJ6 of 1968 was a replacement for both the large Mark X and the Mark II saloons. It was low and sleek and exceptionally well refined. The 4.2 litre engine was essentially the same as the Mark X unit, but a new 2.8 litre engine was also offered. Most XJ6s were fitted with automatic transmission, although a manual gearbox was offered.
XJ6 series 2 (1974-1979)
It was updated in 1974 as the series 2. Identifiable by the lower grille and higher bumpers. The series III came out in the 1979. The design work was done by Pininfarina. By this time overall build quality was something of an issue. Things improved however, in 1980 and by 1986, when the series came to an end, quality was back at the original high level.
XJ6 series 3 (1979-1992)
The car received a facelift in 1979
1968 Jaguar XJ6
Specification
Jaguar XJ6 (4.2 litre)
Engine
Straight 6, 4235 cc
Power
245 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Transmission
3-speed automatic
Chassis
Unitary construction
Suspension
Independent front and rear
Brakes
Girling disc
Top speed
193 km/h
Acceleration
0-96 km/h: 10.1 s