Competed with other high-performance luxury saloons of its era from manufacturers like Aston Martin, Bentley, and some higher-spec models from Mercedes-Benz and BMW.
Key Features
Distinguishing Attributes:
Emphasis on powerful straight-six engine, refined handling, luxurious interior, and classic British styling.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Coverage:
Specific to Jaguar 3.4 Litre models, providing updated spare parts information.
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Varies based on amendment; typically supplementary to a core parts catalog.
Manual Type
Type:
Amendment List / Supplementary Parts Catalogue
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
Likely printed document or PDF, designed to update or supplement an existing parts catalog.
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Parts Identification:
Identification and listing of specific replacement parts for various vehicle systems including Engine, Transmission, Chassis, Bodywork, Electrical, and Accessories.
Procedures Included
Part Number Updates:
Details changes to part numbers, supersessions, and new part introductions.
Technical Depth
Application Scope:
Targets individuals involved in parts ordering, inventory management, and mechanical repair, providing precise part references.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Digital Format:
If digital, likely PDF; if print, bound paper.
Print Quality
Print Standards:
High quality for clarity of illustrations and part numbers, typical of official automotive documentation.
Binding Type
Binding:
If printed, likely stapled, spiral-bound, or sectioned for insertion into a binder.
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
Durable paper stock suitable for workshop environments, often with glossy pages for illustrations.
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Bushings (suspension and steering), kingpins, wheel bearings, SU carburetor diaphragms, rear axle UJs.
Engine Considerations:
Potential for oil leaks from seals and gaskets; valve guide wear is common in high-mileage engines.
Bodywork Corrosion:
Susceptible to rust, particularly in sills, wheel arches, floor pans, and around windows.
Electrical System:
Original wiring looms can degrade; Lucas components can be a source of issues if not properly maintained.
Spare Parts Availability
Parts Situation:
Availability varies; many parts are reproduced by specialists, while some original parts require diligent searching or reconditioning.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer Legacy:
Jaguar Cars is renowned for its legacy of performance, luxury, and distinctive styling, stemming from Sir William Lyons' vision.
Model Evolution
Predecessor:
Directly evolved from earlier Jaguar saloons like the Mk I and Mk II, building on the XK engine heritage.
Successor:
The 3.4 Litre was part of the Jaguar Mk II range, which was succeeded by the Jaguar S-Type and later the Jaguar XJ series.
Production
Production Period:
The Jaguar Mk II, including the 3.4 Litre variant, was produced from 1959 to 1967.
Manufacturing Location:
Coventry, England, UK.
Key Variants:
Available with 2.4, 3.4, and 3.8-litre XK engines, and manual or automatic transmissions.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Automotive Press Reviews:
Consistently praised by contemporary automotive journalists for its performance, handling balance, and luxury appointments, solidifying Jaguar's reputation.
Ratings
Customer Satisfaction:
Highly regarded by enthusiasts for its driving dynamics and classic styling, though reliability perceptions of period British cars can vary.
Certifications
Heritage Status:
Considered a classic car and eligible for historic vehicle registration and events worldwide.
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