1964 Jaguar Mark X

Sedan
Chassis number: 3504258W

In the mid-1960s, the Jaguar Mark X Saloon was priced at around $7,390 which was about $2,000 more than an E-Type or a well-equipped Cadillac. Still, it was about half the price of a Bentley S3. Production of the Mark X 3.8 lasted just three years with production reaching nearly 13,000 units. Fewer than a third of them were left-hand drive cars built for export.

This example was originally sent to the United States. It is painted in a burgundy hue with cream leather. It is equipped with an automatic gearbox and factory air conditioning. It was purchased new in California and used very little for many years. When the owner died, his daughter, Jovita Valdez, took possession of the car. It was given a restoration and later shown at the 2007 Newport Beach Concours where it took third in class.

At some point in the cars life, it was fitted with a four-speed automotai9c from an XJ6. It has a modern stereo system and new center lock wire wheels.

In 2008, the car was offered for sale at the 'Quail Lodge, A Sale of Exceptional Motorcars and Automobilia' where it was sold for $32,760 inclusive of buyer's premium.

by Dan Vaughan

Sedan
Chassis number: 353588BW

This Jaguar Mark X Sedan is powered by a 3781cc dual overhead camshaft inline six-cylinder engine capable of producing 265 horsepower. It has an automatic transmission, a 120-inch wheelbase, and four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes. It was acquired by its current owner in 2005 and at the time showed just less than 54,000 miles. Since that time, it has traveled few - if any - miles.

In 2011, the car was offered for sale at RM Auctions Arizona sale where it was estimated to sell for $25,000 - $40,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $22,000 including buyer's premium.

by Dan Vaughan

The Jaguar Mark X, also known as the Mark Ten, was produced from 1961 through 1970 and offered in three variations during that time. The Jaguar was offered with a 3781 cc six-cylinder engine or a larger 4235 cc engine. The 3.8-liter engine was more popular with a total of 13,382 examples produced but by 1964 the 4235 cc ruled out by 1964 and became the only offering. The Mark X was the largest saloon vehicle produced by Jaguar and it was specially created for the United States and their big demands and large roads. At 4200 lbs, the 4.2-liter six-cylinder engine helped this vehicle roll down the road in an elegant fashion. The vehicle sat on a 120-inch wheelbase and its 202-inch length provided plenty of room for its occupants.

By 1966 the vehicle was renamed the Jaguar 420G and continued in production until 1970.

by Dan Vaughan

Britain's widest car, the gargantuan Mk X set a record in 1961 that holds even still today. Pronounced Jaguar 'mark ten', the Jaguar Mark X was the largest saloon built by British manufacturer Jaguar and was originally aimed at the U.S. market. Succeeding the Jaguar Mark IX as the company's large saloon model, the Mark X held the record for being the widest production Jaguar ever built. In many ways, the massive Mk X was a tour-de-force for Jaguar, as it incorporated many features unique for this size.

A luxury saloon with four doors and four seats, considered by all to be a majestic vehicle, the Jaguar Mark X was released the same year as the E-type. Launched in 1961, the Mark X was strangely renamed the Jaguar 420G in 1966. 25,000 units were manufactured during production. In 1970, it was discontinued as Jaguar XJ6 production increased. The Mark X had an overall length of 202 inches, over 6 feet wide, nearly 17 feet long, and a weight of 4,175 lbs.

Designed with a strange blend of Jaguar and American styling influences, it was unbelievable that this vehicle was mass-produced with its large bulging sides and hand-built appearance. The interior of the X was extremely opulent and incorporated an overabundance of both leather and walnut. Owning the Jaguar Mark X was considered to be as much of prestige as owning a Rolls Royce.

The Mark X was built on a unitary construction floor plan rather than the old Mk IX separate chassis. With coil springs at the front, the suspension of the vehicle was independent all round. Two engine sizes were available and offered with 3781 cc. The larger 4235 cc unit took over in 1964. Though most vehicles left the factory with the automatic choice of box, manual, manual with overdrive, and automatic transmissions were all options of the Jaguar Mark X. Able to rocket from 0-60 in about 10 seconds, the automatic gear change was situated on the steering column.

Based on the Mark X, the Daimler DS420 was a related model that was often called 'the Daimler Limousine'. The DS420 was produced until 1992 and utilized in various countries in both official capacities and by funeral homes as a hearse vehicle.

by Jessican Donaldson