Looking for a jaguar jaguar xjs v12 manual gearbox. They prefer to invest their idle time to talk or hang out. Simply performance has been supplying v12 5 speed manual conversions for over 10 years. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. First run of 82 xjs, converted to 5speed with tko500 tremec gearbox. Jaguar xjs 1986 v12 manual 5speed gearbox getrag momo wheels hardened steel exhaust impressive paint.
Heres how to avoid the problems and buy one of the alltime great grand tourers. A brief guide to cost effective ways of increasing the performance of the jaguar v12 engine. Tom walkinshaw racing jaguarsport xjs v12built by twr before their joint venture company with jaguar was formed. Originally developed using the platform of the then current william heynes. A manual swap turned this v12 jaguar into a real performance car jaguar never intended the xj c to be sporty, but with the right work, it can be a hoot on a backroad. Dating from 1992, this facelift model spent its first 14 years in japan, returning to the uk in 2006. This kit can also be used to convert from 4 speed manual to 5 speed manual. This one also features our preferred 1piece headlights and an interesting later wheel swap, though the factory wheels are also included. Jaguar xjs v12 coupe chassis number system year model 5. Jan 24, 2012 the xjs replaced the legendary jaguar etype or xke in september 1975, and was based on the xj saloon.
Jaguar xjs kwe cars jaguar, daimler and aston martin. The sixes use a fi vespeed getrag manual, which for a jaguar box is pretty crisp. There were no v12 manual trans xjs cars sold in the us, so i had to locate a manual trans brakeclutch pedal box from the uk the later 6 cylinder xjs cars, from 9496 did offer a. Jaguar xjs engine and transmission though many buyers might baulk at the thought of running and maintaining a v12, jaguars classic powerplant is an inherently reliable unit as long as its owner is fastidious when it comes to maintenance. The original v12 cars were fitted with either a manual or automatic transmission, but the manual was soon dropped because it was a leftover from the etype. The manual gearbox turns it into something with a completely different. The sixes use a fi vespeed getrag manual, which for a jaguar box is pretty crisp and slick. Every manual available online found by our community and shared for free. Now, values are on the up and spares availability improving all the time. Jaguar xjs v12 manual sound 1988 jaguar xjs with simply performance five speed getrag gearbox conversion, aj6 engineering intake and tt extractor. The jaguar xjs later called xjs is a luxury grand tourer manufactured and marketed by british car manufacturer jaguar cars from 1975 to 1996, in coupe, fixedprofile and full convertible bodystyles.
Coming with a partial history file, this lots condition scores an impressive 106 5. To see ads from the march, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. Used 1992 jaguar xjs v12 manual for sale in pulborough. Only selling because its getting too difficult for me to get in and out at my age. The jaguar xjs later the jaguar xjs, a luxury grand tourer, was produced by the british manufacturer jaguar from 1975 to 1996. The classic bargain of the jaguar range, whether v12 or aj6. Its only in the last few years that the xjs or xjs from 1991 has begun to be truly appreciated. Any car following in the footsteps of the iconic jaguar etype was always going to have its work cut out convincing a. Results include ads from the february, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news. Jaguar xj manual classic cars for sale honest john.
During this time only 352 manual vehicles were produced, making. Jaguar xjs 1986 v12 5speed manual gearbox 1 of 9 only 1 available jaguar xjs 1986 v12 5speed manual gearbox 2 2 of 9 jaguar xjs 1986 v12 5speed manual gearbox 3 3. Jaguar gearbox for sale in uk 60 used jaguar gearboxs. There was a considerable delay in finalising the xjs design as, although everyone on the design team was happy with the front and. Early v12 automatics used the borgwarner model 12 strong but a bit clunky. Narrow down your xj search by age, body or listing type online today.
Twr offered a manual version available through the official jaguar dealer network, this used the getrag 260 gearbox as found on larger bmws of that era, but as the gearbox has. Jaguar xjs gearbox parts, bearings shafts filters oil seals synchro this site uses cookies to provide and improve your shopping experience. We supply a complete nut and bolt package to convert to manual. Mainly this kit is used to convert the ancient gm400 3 speed box fitted. Hello as you probably know there was never a manual gearbox offered with the v12 from jaguar there was a very rare manual option with the twr built xjr s but this will be very. An upgraded v12, manual gearbox car indicating 44,000 miles.
Jaguar xjs club 1977 jaguar xjs v12 manual gearbox number. This makes it sound a drive very different from the standard auto box version. Twr jaguar xjs full twr 6 0 litre model with 5 speed zf. Jaguar xjs engine and transmission though many buyers might baulk at the thought of running and maintaining a v12, jaguars classic powerplant is an inherently reliable unit as. Mainly this kit is used to convert the ancient gm400 3 speed box fitted to the xjs v12.
Very rare jaguar xjs v12 with manual 5 speed big fun to drive, not to compare with the usual soft xjs automatic. A manual swap turned this v12 jaguar into a real performance car jaguar never intended the xjc to be sporty, but with the right work, it can be a hoot on a backroad. Power came from the jaguar v12 initially with a choice of a manual or automatic transmission, but the manual was soon dropped as they were left over from v12 etype production and they ran out of stock. No rust interior some wear, but generally good for age. A brief guide to cost effective ways of increasing the performance of the jaguar v12 engine the jaguar v12 was designed in the late 1960s by a team of engineers as highly regarded as any in the motor industry at that time indeed many of them had been involved in producing the succession of world championship winning coventry climax racing.
We have had over 200 successful conversions into cars from early v12 etypes to late x300 bodied xj12s. A better choice may be a straightthrough 4speed or 5speed such as the richmond gear street 5speed. I added some dye in the power steering unit and can see the fluiddye running down inside one of the in. Tremec 5 speed gearbox conversion limited slip differential koni gas. A manual swap turned this v12 jaguar into a real performance car. Tremec 5 speed gearbox conversion limited slip differential koni gas shocks all around straight through exhaust super v12 sound 17 jaguar allyo wheels spal electric fan aircon removed new brake discs on rear axle. Choice of transmission is an important consideration. As a result it has gone through the splitter, front valance. The last xjs was produced on april 4, 1996, with the xk8 taking its place. Any car following in the footsteps of the iconic jaguar etype was always going to have its work cut out convincing a public that had become used to a specific form from jaguars sports cars and when the xjs appeared in 1975, it had fatally erred. Engine service manual jaguar klub slovensko jaguar.
As a result it has gone through the splitter, front valance, brace under radiators, oil cooler, water radiator, roll bar looks like a cork screw, sub frame has bent possibly and rotated so the front left wheel is in the back of the wing, and the inner wing directly. This adaptor is designed to use an aftermarket gear reduction starter. The reduced engine weight and 5 speed box made up for reduced power. If you want to benefit from this improved service, please optin. Hi all, i have a fairly big problem in that i wrecked the xjs a few weeks ago coming off the road and hitting a tree stump. Power came from the jaguar v12 initially with a choice of a manual or automatic transmission, but the manual was soon dropped as they were left over from v12 etype production and they. In the latest jaguar journal, on page 28, there is an article about a t5 manual conversion kit developed by predator performance. Incidentally, zf auto transmissions were used on the 3. The change on early fourspeed manual v12s gets worse with age, especially from first to second, but rarely so bad as to. The vast majority of v12s are autos such is the torque that a gearbox was almost made redundant. Apr 09, 2019 1988 jaguar xjs with simply performance five speed getrag gearbox conversion, aj6 engineering intake and tt extractor exhaust system. It can be fitted across a range of platforms including the late 6 litre v12s. Jaguar classic cars jaguar xjs v12 manual gearbox for sale. Dec 12, 2017 a manual swap turned this v12 jaguar into a real performance car jaguar never intended the xjc to be sporty, but with the right work, it can be a hoot on a backroad.
It is unique its been converted to a manual gearbox with a stainless steel sports exhaust. In 1977, jaguar fitted a threespeed turbohydramatic 400 transmission from gm. There were three distinct iterations, with a final production total of 115,4 units over 20 years and seven months. Ive had a few xjs v12 and i6 but the one that was most fun out of them all was the 3. This one also features our preferred 1piece headlights and an interesting. The jaguar v12 was designed in the late 1960s by a team of engineers as highly regarded as any in. Jaguar xjs club 1977 jaguar xjs v12 manual gearbox. The xjs replaced the legendary jaguar etype or xke in september 1975, and was based on the xj saloon. It was successfully trialled in the jaguar xjs, mated to a 5 speed getrag manual gearbox.
Later v12 models were fitted with a a gm 4l80e fourspeed automatic, though a fivespeed manual was also offered in. Honest john have 57 jaguar xj manual classic cars for sale to choose from. These early full house twr models are both rare and very fast. The manual gearbox v12 version was produced from 1975 until 1981. The simple kit allows you to fit the manual 5 speed getrag gearbox to the v12 engines. One of the guys at predator performance has a 69 etype with a 0. Classifieds used cars jaguar xjs jaguar xjs v12 manual. The manual gearbox turns it into something with a completely different character to the auto, its. The xjs replaced the etype also known as the xke in september 1975, and was based on the xj saloon.
This car has a 2 door coupe type body with a front located engine supplying power to the rear wheels. The earlier, manual models were not imported by jaguar into the united states, which had to wait until the facelift manual 4litre xjs coupe and convertible became available. The jaguar xjs later the jaguar xjs, a luxury grand tourer, was produced by the british manufacturer. The change on early fourspeed manual v12s gets worse with age, especially from first to second, but rarely so bad as to warrant a rebuild. Jaguar 4 speed manual transmission converted to 6 downdraft weber carburetors. I have an 86 xjs v12 coupe left hand drive that i have an 86 xjs v12 coupe left hand drive that has a leak in one of the power steering hoses. Sep 24, 2018 and then, in 1983, the seeds of the nextgeneration xjs were sown with the introduction of the 3. Mar 08, 2012 twr offered a manual version available through the official jaguar dealer network, this used the getrag 260 gearbox as found on larger bmws of that era, but as the gearbox has an integral bellhousing you will need an adaptor plate to fit a non v12 sourced box. Classic jaguar jaguar xjs v12 manual gearboxs for sale.