2014-02-05 10:36:36 | pauls writes:

Ebay item 2/5/14
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XJ-XJ6-Jaguar-Custom-Chevy-Conversion-V8-LT4-5-7-liter-6 ...
Car has a buy it now price of $8,500 for 20 days. 156k miles.

Sellers description:
Flawless, one of a kind Jaguar conversion. The Jag is running a custom built LT4 Chevy 5.7 liter engine with a 6 speed manual T56 transmission. This high performance combination makes the car extremely rare in the world of Jaguar Chevy conversions. The car is also desirable because it is a 1986 XJ6 body with a 1973 XJ12 chassis and VIN number. The 1973 VIN number makes the car smog legal in California. Buyer should verify smog restriction in their state. I have spent the last 12 year customizing and perfecting the car's setup. The work and the car have been a labor of love for me. This is a unique opportunity to purchase a completely sorted and rare Jag Chevy conversion with tens of thousands dollars invested and countless man hours. I'm 75 years old and I have honestly lost interest. My hope is the car will go to a deserving gear head. The car is pristine condition no dings, no rust, and always garaged. Please no dealer inquiries.

Engine: The original engine was a LT1. It was putting out 164 horses to the rear tires when dynoed. I wasn't really happy with the power. So I pulled the engine and upgraded it to an LT4 aluminum heads, intake manifold and installed Chevy Hot Cam. After the upgrade the car dynoed at 281HP to the rear tires. T56 six speed transmission up the Dyno to the rear wheels to 289HP. The cars top speed is roughly 150mph.

Transmission: The car has a professionally installed 6 speed T56 manual transmission. I did all of the interior modifications necessary to accommodate the clutch peddle and the gear shift. I wanted to insure the integrity of the original Jaguar interior. The transmission can handle 450 FTLB. of torque. The tires can be smoke in 1st and 2nd gear. Maybe 3rd I have not tired.

Exhaust: The Exhaust was designed and installed by Ed Hanson. The go to man in San Diego for Hot Rod exhaust systems. The exhaust growl is that unique V8 growl. My ex wife thought the car was too loud. I think it is perfect. Anyone that knows cars can tell what it is when they hear it.

Body: Custom paint was done five years ago. The cost was roughly $5000. There are not dings, dents or scratches. The car was always garaged and rarely driven.

2018-08-11 14:23:31 | pauls writes:

Car returns to ebay 8/11/18
www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-XJ/113195422343
Starting bid: $1,000, no reserve, no bids 9 days left in auction, seller curdogzz, car now said to be in Longmont, Colorado, 64k miles.

Seller's description:
This meticulously built 1986 Jaguar is available and features a GM small block motor. The good care that this Jag has benefited from is shown by the immaculate exterior, the pristine engine compartment and near perfect interior with burl wood dash and inserts. The body is perfectly straight with uniform panel gaps. Mechanically the drive line is sound from the engine onward including an LT4, 350 cubic inch V8 engine, 6-speed T56 transmission and classic Jaguar final drive. Disk brakes bring the car to a safe stop and quickly.

All bezels and trim are in excellent condition. Inspection will show that all instruments work (speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure, volt meter, odometer, fuel level [for each tank separately], coolant temperature - VDO). The after market wheels are fitted with new tires. This sedan was subject to a restorod construction complete with drive line replacement with Corvette components. This car is very rare in the world of Corvette-Jaguar conversions. The resulting vehicle is very fast, solid, safe and roadworthy. At 100 mi/hr the engine turns at approximately 2100 rpm in top gear. The car is a 1986 XJ6 body with a 1973 Jaguar XJ12 chassis and VIN number. .

The following summarizes the technical specifications for this Jaguar.

Engine
LT4, 350 cubic inch, aluminum heads, high performance GM small block motor
eight-cylinder, water cooled
Corvette factory cam and intake manifold
8-port fuel injection, reprogrammed
chassis dyno test shows approximately 290 HP at the rear wheels
Ed Hanson exhaust system (sound is perfect for such a vehicle)

Gearbox and running gear, chassis
six speed manual transmission T56
all new tires, less than 1000 miles
aftermarket ADR wheels
four-wheel disk brakes
stock independent rear suspension with inboard disk brakes

Recent work
new hvac controller and lines
a/c hoses, ducts and outlets new or reconditioned
heating system rebuilt including control and valves
R134a recharge, blows cold
Interstate battery
power door locks
air horns, compressor and whole car kill switch
VIN: UD1P51548BW

2019-05-15 14:02:21 | David Kennedy writes:

I am the present owner of this automobile. It is exceptional in and out, stored in our climate controlled garage and is cared for as its history demands. I am seeking more history and would enjoy hearing from anyone who could provide any info, stories or additional history.

Thanks,

Dave Kennedy