Jaguar 420 saloon, 1969 information

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Information

The Jaguar 420 is the successor of the S-type, which was largely built parallel to the Mk II. The 420 came onto the market in 1960, and was fitted with a double brake system, independent wheel suspension and a differential with limited skid. As a result of these modifications, the 420 handled like a dream. Moreover, the 420 was standard supplied with the powerful 4235 cc XK engine. The Jaguar 420 was a real Saloon, thus offering considerably more space in the back than the Mk II sport-sedan.

The Jaguar 420 was also supplied under the name of Daimler Sovereign. The Jaguar 420 was built until 1968, and the Daimler Sovereign until 1969.

Technical data

Six-cylinder engine
cylinder capacity: 4235 cc.
carburettors: 2x S.U.
capacity: 245 bhp. at 5500 rpm.
top speed: approx. 220 km/h.
gearbox: 4-speed + overdrive

Information

Jaguar 420 saloon, year 1969. Chassis number 4201F27288DN. Colour opalescent light blue (metallic) with a dark blue leather interior. This beautiful and very comfortable Jaguar 420 is in very good condition. The automobile has undergone restorations in the past, has been well maintained and the car drives fantastic. This Jaguar 420 features a 4-speed manual gearbox and overdrive, a delightful combination! Driving the 420 you can feel that the car is more refined than the older Mk II, especially because of the independent rear suspension and the better sound insulation. This 420 is fitted with hydraulic power steering and a modern hifi system with CD-changer of with an external display has been beautifully integrated in the dashboard.

This classic car was sold to Austria
by Lex Classics.

E-mail: info@lexclassics.nl 
Lex Classics
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