How did the Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas get its name?

Jaguar could not badge the car as a “Daimler” in the United States so they used “Vanden Plas”, the name of a Belgian coachmaker, to denote the full-equipment cars. Compared to a regular XJ6, the Vanden Plas had Connolly Autolux leather in a quad-seat arrangement. The interior wood was burled walnut rather than standard walnut.

How old was my father when he bought a Jaguar XJ6?

I could not believe it when my father bought a 1983 XJ6L Vanden Plas in about 1992. I was about 23 years old, and a mechanical engineering student at the University of Florida.

Why does my Jaguar XJ6 not start up?

About half of the time, the reason why the Jaguar XJ6 will not start or quits running is because of the two main electrical problems that I described above. The other cause of the XJ6 not starting or quits running is the fuel system. Mostly, it is the fuel pump being killed by rust flakes from the two fuel tanks.

What kind of engine does a Jaguar XJ6 have?

The local mechanic Donnie Taylor, had done several engine swaps, where he replaced the Jaguar engine with either a Chevrolet Monte Carlo engine, or a Corvette engine. My father told the mechanic Donnie Taylor, to look for a good used Jaguar XJ6 for sale, to go and perform an inspection, and to bring it back if it was a good car.

I could not believe it when my father bought a 1983 XJ6L Vanden Plas in about 1992. I was about 23 years old, and a mechanical engineering student at the University of Florida.

What causes a coolant leak in a Jaguar?

A coolant leak is a typical issue that can plague your car and cause all sorts of problems throughout your Jaguar if left unattended so it’s important to seek out the help of a Jaguar mechanic as soon as you begin to notice a potential leak.

How much does a Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas cost?

It was $3995. The “Vanden Plas” badge was a curious artifact of Jaguar’s US branding. In England, upscale XJ6es were sold as “Daimler Sixes” since Jaguar owned the “Daimler” brand there. (The story of Daimler and Jaguar is a fascinating story of its own.)

What kind of problem does the Jaguar XJ6 have?

If you hear a “pop,” never open the hood without a fire extinguisher. The 1975–78 XJ6s featured sticking Stromberg auto chokes, which melted catalytic converters. Inertia safety switches stranded owners. At the bottom of the barrel are the early S3 cars in 1980–81.

When did the Jaguar XJ6 series come out?

A two-door coupe was introduced in 1975, but door seals leaked, the body flexed, and it is rare today (production amounted to 6487 XJ6s, 1855 XJ12s). The final redesign of the original XJ occurred in 1980 with the Series III. Pininfarina raised the roof of the rear and smoothed out the rear fender line.

When did the Jaguar xj-40 replace the XJ12?

Pininfarina raised the roof of the rear and smoothed out the rear fender line. Quality control finally improved for 1982, when the excellent HE V-12 was introduced; before that it bordered on sabotage. The XJ-40 replaced the XJ6 for 1987, while the XJ12 soldiered on until 1991.

When did the Jaguar Vanden Plas Majestic come out?

In 1989-1990, only 527 Jaguar Vanden Plas Majestics were built. These limited edition vehicles offered the highest level of luxury and elegance. This one in our Las Vegas showroom, is one of the 52… More Info › Gateway Classic Cars of Detroit is excited to present this 1983 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas for sale.

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What kind of leather does a Vanden Plas have?

Compared to a regular XJ6, the Vanden Plas had Connolly Autolux leather in a quad-seat arrangement. The interior wood was burled walnut rather than standard walnut. Most options were standard, and a set of fleecy floormats were provided as well.

Is the Jaguar XJ6 the best car in the world?

Upon its introduction in 1968, the Jaguar XJ6 was almost certainly the best sedan in the world. It was fast and smooth thanks to its big straight-six, as comfortable as a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow (if not nearly as tall and syrupy) and gorgeous beyond dispute. It was also an utterly terrible, completely unreliable automobile.

These models are equipped with dual overhead cam in-line six- cylinder engines. The engines feature a computer-controlled ignition system and electronic fuel injection. Transmissions are a four-speed automatic equipped with a lock-up torque converter.

Where is the transmission on a Jaguar XJ6?

Transmissions are a four-speed automatic equipped with a lock-up torque converter. The transmission is mounted to the back of the engine, and power is transmitted to the fully independent rear axle through a two-piece propshaft.

Can a Jaguar V-8 be converted to a GM transmission?

Our Bolt-In Jaguar V-8 conversion kits are basically an engine and transmission-mounting package with additional components that allow for the reuse of the stock Jaguar Shifter mechanism in conjunction with the replacement GM transmission.

Is the Vanden Plas Princess driven a good car?

The Vanden Plas ergonomics are not brilliant, thanks to small and messily calibrated instruments, and a raft of auxiliary switches in a bank to the right. Alexander has taken the time to install a bank of auxiliary gauges, but sadly, in the short drive I was treated to, I never got the chance to really use any of them.

What kind of interior does a Vanden Plas have?

Cosmetically, it was a similarly positive story: being a Vanden Plas, the interior is extremely nicely appointed, featuring leather seats, deep pile Wilton carpeting and expanses of highly lacquered wood. Externally, this ADO16 featured the full-depth Vanden Plas radiator grille and oodles of chrome plated brightwork.

Is the 1983 Jaguar XJ Vanden Plas for sale?

Gateway Classic Cars of Detroit is excited to present this 1983 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas for sale. This Series III, XJ6 Vanden Plas is sure to turn heads everywhere you go.

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