Manuals and Tools for Jaguar, Land Rover
and other fine British Motorcars
Welcome to Motorcars LTD British Motorcar Guide and resource center with technical information, specifications, books, service manuals and other references and special tools for Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles built to North American Specs (NAS) and imported into the United States.
We are currently building the British Motorcar Guide pages, but our collection of books and special tools is already fairly complete and available online. For Jaguar and Land Rover books, owner's manuals, repair manuals, service manuals, parts catalogs and CDs, visit our Online Book Store. For special tools for Jaguar and Land Rover visit our Online Tool Box.
Jaguar Information
- A Brief History of the Marque: A chronological narration that weaves together the man, the cars and the times from an American perspective.
- Jaguar VIN Table: Lists VINs from the 1961 E-type to 1998 XJ8 and XK8. Organized by model, year and sub-model.
- Jaguar VIN Codes 1978.5-1980: Explains the 14-character Jaguar VIN codes used briefly from mid-1978 through 1980.
- Jaguar VIN Codes 1981-1999: Explains the NHTSA mandated 17-character Jaguar VIN codes used during production years 1981 through 1999.
- Jaguar VIN Codes 2000-2002: Explains Jaguar VIN codes used during production years 2000 through 2002.
Selected Jaguar Model Specifications
Jaguar E-Type 1961-1974
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-Type Series I |
1961-1964 | XK 3.8 | Non Synchro 4-speed |
3 HD8 SU |
| E-Type Series I |
1964-1968 | XK 4.2 | Full Synchro 4-speed |
3 HD8 SU |
| E-Type Series II |
1968-1971 | XK 4.2 | Full Synchro 4-speced 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 8 |
2 Zenith- Stromberg |
| E-Type Series III |
1971-1974 | V12 5.3 | Full Synchro 4-speed 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 12 |
4 Zenith- Stromberg |
Jaguar XJ6 1968-1997
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ6 Series I |
1968-1973 | XK 4.2 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 12 |
2 Zenith- Stromberg |
| XJ6 Series II |
1974-1977 | XK 4.2 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 65 |
2 Zenith- Stromberg |
| XJ6C Series II |
1975-1976 | XK 4.2 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 65 |
2 Zenith- Stromberg |
| XJ6 Series II |
1978-1979 | XK 4.2 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 65 |
L-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ6 Series III |
1979-1987 | XK 4.2 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 66 |
L-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ6 XJ40 |
1988-1989 | AJ6 3.6 | 4-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF4HP22 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ6 XJ40 |
1990-1994 | AJ6 4.0 | 4-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF4HP24 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ6 X300 |
1995-1997 | AJ16 4.0 | 4-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF4HP24 |
GEMS |
| XJR X300 |
1995-1997 | AJ16 4.0 SC | 4-Speed Automatic GM 4L80E |
Eaton Supercharger |
Jaguar XJ12 1973-1996
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ12 Series I |
1973 | V12 5.3 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 12 |
4 Zenith- Stromberg |
| XJ12 Series II |
1974 | V12 5.3 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 12 |
4 Zenith- Stromberg |
| XJ12 Series II |
1975- 1977.5 |
V12 5.3 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 12 |
4 Zenith- Stromberg |
| XJ12C Series II |
1975-1976 | V12 5.3 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 12 |
D-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ12 Series II |
1977.5- 1979 |
V12 5.3 | 3-Speed GM Turbo 400 |
P-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ12 Series III |
1979-1992 (Non-US) |
V12 5.3 | 3-Speed GM Turbo 400 |
P-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ12 XJ40 |
1993-1994 | V12 6.0 | 3-Speed GM Turbo 400 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ12 X300 |
1995-1996 | V12 6.0 | 4-Speed GM 4L80E |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
Jaguar XJS 1976-1996
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS | 1976- 1977.5 |
V12 5.3 | 3-Speed Automatic Borg-Warner Mod 12 |
D-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJS | 1977.5- 1979 |
V12 5.3 | 3-Speed GM Turbo 400 |
D-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJS | 1980-1980 | V12 5.3 | 3-Speed GM Turbo 400 |
P-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJS | 1986-1987 | AJ6 3.6 | 5-Speed Getrag Manual |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XJS HE | 1982-1992 | V12 5.3 HE |
3-Speed GM Turbo 400 |
P-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJRS | 1993 | V12 6.0 | 3-Speed GM Turbo 400 |
Zytek Fuel Injection |
| XJS | 1993-1994 | AJ6 4.0 | 4-Speed ZF 4HP-24 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XJS | 1994-1995 | V12 6.0 | 4-Speed GM 4L80-E |
P-Jetronic Fuel Injection |
| XJS | 1995-1996 | AJ16 4.0 | 4-Speed ZF 4HP-24 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
Jaguar XK8 / XKR 1997
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XK8 | 1997-2002 | AJ27 4.0 | 5-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF5HP24 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XK8 | 2003- | AJ34 4.2 | 6-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF6HP26 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XKR | 1999-2002 | AJ27 4.0 SC | 5-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF5HP24 |
Eaton Supercharger |
| XKR Silverstone |
2000-2001 | AJ27 4.0 SC | 5-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF5HP24 |
Eaton Supercharger |
| XKR | 2003- | AJ34 4.2 SC | 6-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF6HP26 |
Eaton M112 Supercharger |
Jaguar XJ8 / XJR 1998
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ8 X308 |
1998-2003 | AJ27 4.0 | 5-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF5HP24 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| XJ8 X350 |
2004- | AJ34 4.2 | 6-speed automatic J-Gate ZF6HP26 |
Multiport Fuel Injection |
| XJR X308 |
1998-2003 | AJ27 4.0 SC | 5-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF5HP24 |
Eaton Supercharger |
| XJR X350 |
2004- | AJ34 4.2 SC | 6-speed automatic J-Gate ZF6HP26 |
Eaton M112 Supercharger |
Jaguar S-Type 2000
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-Type X200 |
2000- | AJV6 3.0 | 6-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF6HP26 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| S-Type X200 |
2000- | AJ28 4.0 | 6-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF6HP26 |
Electronic Fuel Injection |
| S-Type R X200 |
2003- | AJ34 4.2 SC | 6-Speed Automatic J-Gate ZF6HP26 |
Eaton M112 Supercharger |
Jaguar X-Type 2002
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Induction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Type X400 |
2002- | AJV6 2.5 | 5-Speed Automatic 5-Speed Manual Traction 4 Full-Time All-Wheel Drive |
Sequential Multi-Hole Fuel Injection |
| X-Type X400 |
2002- | AJV6 3.0 | 5-Speed Automatic 5-Speed Manual Traction 4 Full-Time All-Wheel Drive |
Sequential Multi-Hole Fuel Injection |
Jaguar Manuals, Parts Catalogs, Books and CDs
- Jaguar Repair, Service and Workshop Manuals
- Jaguar Repair Manuals
- Jaguar CD Roms
- Jaguar Information Books
- Jaguar Service Manuals
- Jaguar Owner's Manuals
- Jaguar Parts Catalogs
Jaguar Special Tools
Other Jaguar Resources
- Online Catalog of new and remanufactured OE and aftermarket parts for Jaguar. Drill down by year, make, model and part group.
- Jaguar Forums organized by model and series
- Jaguar Links to clubs, organizations and enthusiast web sites
Land Rover Information
- Land Rover VIN Codes USA 1987-2002: Explains the NHTSA mandated 17-character Land Rover VIN codes used for trucks produced for the United States during production years 1987 through 2002.
Land Rover Manuals, Parts Catalogs, Books and CDs
- Land Rover Repair, Service and Workshop Manuals
- Land Rover Repair Manuals
- Land Rover CD Roms
- Land Rover Information Books
- Land Rover Service Manuals
- Land Rover Owner's Manuals
- Land Rover Parts Catalogs
Land Rover Special Tools
Other Land Rover Resources
- Online Catalog of new and remanufactured OE and aftermarket parts for Land Rover. Drill down by year, make, model and part group.
- Land Rover Forums organized by model and series
- Land Rover Links to clubs, organizations and enthusiast web sites
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