Jaguar celebrates 60 years of XK at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Published: December 31, 1969, 7:00 pm

Click on the picture to enlarge Jaguar will this weekend be celebrating 60 years of the iconic XK nameplate as a collection of models from the 1950s to present day take to the hill at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Running up the famous hill will be the recently introduced XKR-S, two XK 120's, the historic 'NUB' and 'LWK' and an XK 140. Also joining this illustrious line up will be the long-nose D-type, famous for winning Le Mans in 1957. A Classic XK Collection Jaguar's fastest ever production XK the Jaguar XKR-S will grace the Goodwood hill in the supercar run throughout the weekend. This limited edition vehicle is powered by Jaguar's acclaimed 4.2-litre V8 supercharged engine and is capable of 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 174mph. The XKR-S is for the true Jaguar enthusiast, delivering a combination of high speed performance, dynamic excellence and crafted luxury that is unique to Jaguar. The record-breaking XK 120 'Montlh ry' Fixed Head Coupe

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