Jaguar MKX 420G 1966 with 4 speed automatic for sale in Sweden.
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- Опубликовано: 7 мар 2024
- See the video of this amazing Jaguar MK 10 or later called 420G driving in the sunlight. It has been rebuilt with a 4 speed automatic from XJ40 to better suit todays road conditions.
I believe it’s accurate to say that the largest car ever produced by Jaguar is the Jaguar MK X. I recall seeing a brochure for this which read: “Grace, Pace and Space,” and I think those three words sum up the Jaguar MK X very well. The car is so wide that you can lie down and take a nap in both the front and back seats if you get tired during a long journey. The power from both the early 3.8L and later 4.2L engines is impressive, and even today, some 60 years later, these cars have no trouble keeping up with today's traffic. Just over 24,000 cars were produced, however it’s challenging today to find a MK X in good shape.
Exterior: Personally, I love green cars, so this “Opalescent Dark Green” is no exception. And to top this off, it even has green-tinted glass and a “Suede Green” leather interior. Although it is an older paintwork, possibly original, it remains in very healthy and beautiful condition. All chrome parts are in excellent shape, and pretty much every rubber detail, both on top of the car and underneath, has been replaced. The MK X looks just as impressive underneath as it does on top. Both the front and rear ends of the car have been dismantled and renovated. The bottom of the car was coated with new stone chip protective paint. Additionally, the Jaguar has a perfect ride height and has recently been fitted with four new Michelin XWX 205 VR14 tires.
Interior: Step inside the Jaguar MK X time capsule. Pretty much everything in here is original. The light green leather upholstery has a wonderful patina and remains exceptionally soft. With proper care, it will still last for many years to come. I cannot think of anything more precious than an original Jaguar leather interior. Pull-out tables are available in the back seat, and even the dark green headliner is in perfect condition. A long row of flip switches and instruments, all in full working order, can be found in the center of the dashboard. This car is equipped from the factory with power windows, with the controls located between the front seats. In the back, you have plenty of space for luggage, and you'll also find the original spare tire and tools in perfect condition there.
Engine and Mechanics: What makes this green Jaguar MKX 1966 special is that it is a very good original car that has been perfected first in terms of replacing every single part that wears out, such as rubber bushings and joints, over time. In the region of 2017-2018, it underwent a comprehensive restoration by a specialist in the U.K., resulting in the superb driving experience it offers today.
· Fitted with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive by Graham Whitehouse Autos U.K., an operation that cost approximately €15,000. As a result, it dramatically lowers the RPM and fuel consumption, making higher speed cruising more comfortable. This is the ZF4HP 24 gerabox also used on XJ40 in the late eighties.
· Hardened valves allowing you to drive on unleaded fuel without using additives
· Installation of a new water pump, all radiator hoses and clamps along with an overhaul of heater unit
· Complete overhaul of both the front and rear suspension
· Full overhaul of the brake system, including the brake servo, with new hoses, pads etc.
· Installation of new engine mounts and many gaskets around the engine
· Bosch alternator and special light bulbs for improved visibility when driving at night
History: This 1966 Jaguar MK X was sold new to Frederick Backstrom, the executive vice president of First Federal Savings and Loan Association of New Haven. Mr. Backstrom purchased the Jaguar for his wife, but she never used it much. In 1974, the car was sold to Mr. Guy, who owned it until his passing in 2012. The car was kept in the family until 2016 when it was sold to Sweden. Most of the work done on the car was conducted between 2016-2018. It comes with a Jaguar Heritage Certificate and is a matching numbers car in its original colors. Included with the car are the original handbook, extensive documentation of the work carried out, and invoices for all recent maintenance and restoration work. The original counter showed 51,675 miles (82,680 km), and upon its arrival in Sweden, a new counter in km/h was installed. Today, it shows 7,500 km making the total travel of the car to 90,180 km! Pictures at www.classix.se 
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This model had a 3.8 litre engine when it first came out . Beautiful car .
Yes, we have also a 3.8
Straight, clean & perfect. To be honest my dream car... I'd love this.. Thanks for sharing this video 👌👌👌👌👌👍
With the 4 speed auto, this is the perfect Jaguar
This video brings back memories. I was 8yrs old when my dad bought one of these fine cars in British Racing Green with a green leather interior, just like the one in the video but fifty years ago, it was a 1969 model year 420G. Life for me changed, I became a Jaguar enthusiast no matter what. I have had ten Jaguars, mainly XJ's and two V12 XJS's and two modern era V6 S Types. Today, I own one Series 2 XJ6 and one XJ8.
Thanx for sharing. Love it!
My farther had one 1969 brand new the best car on the road back then
Your father passed on an expensive avocation to you!
Great video, thanks
Heavens. The owner of the BMC Garage whose mansion was behind our house had one for his use. He regularly had different cars from his dealership. 👍🏻🏴🇸🇪
Yep, I remember that one. I was really impressed as a kid when my father (a CEO driver) came home with a two tone black/gray metallic mark X. The company also had a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow but I prefered the Jag as a kid. Unfortunately it did not fare well. The Jag went up in flames because the battery shorted and exploded because it touched the hood while driving after only three years. They probably mounted a battery that was too tall? I don't know the details anymore (I was only 7 at the time). Incidentally, around that time also the Rolls-Royce went up in flames during driving because of a blown fuel line, spraying fuel all over the hot parts of the engine, I guess. Subsequently the company went over to Mercedes-Benz cars. They survived longer, one 1972 280S even up to this day.
Excellently presented and informative on the Mk 10 Jag , love the mk10
Many thanx for the kind words
A pal of mine back around 1980 bought a 420 G, which wasn't in the best condition, but still an amazing drive. I think that is when I fell in love with Jags! I currently drive a 3 liter AWD X-type sport wagon, which has a nice retro feel to it, with beige leather and lots of walnut... but if i ever win the lottery, I'll get myself a mark X or a 420G! love the video.
Many thanx
Ace car and an interesting, informative and entertaining review. Cheers.
Many thanx!
Lovely review and great camera shots. Thanks.
Thank you! 😊
Fabulous example with a detailed restoration, or is it original? I have one of these in the US '65 model that needs a resto. Black with black interior. One of two.
Great video and you mentioned a lot in that and the description below. One thing you didn't seem to mention though was the excellent quality of the ride in those big old Jags with the independent suspension? Outside the Citroen system there was nothing better for cruising. In the days before modern safety standards, Jags were very solid, safe cars too, which is why stunt drivers used to like them.
So true, thanx