Jaguar XK 120, 140 and 150: driver's handbooks

Jaguar XK 150 (1958-1961) - Operating, Maintenance and Service Handbook

Official owner's handbook for the Jaguar XK150. Describes operation, instruments, use, service intervals, routine maintenance, identification, specifications, etc.

Production years: 1958-1961.

This is the original instruction handbook that came with every new car. Jaguar reference: E111/2.

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Details:	84 pages, 24 x 17 x 0.8 cm / 9 x 6.7 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Jaguar Cars Ltd (GB, 1990)
ISBN:	9781855200395

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Jaguar XK 120 - 3.5 Litre (1949-1954) - Operating, Maintenance and Service Handbook

Official owner's handbook for the Jaguar XK120 3.5 litre Super Sports and Fixed Head Coupé models. Describes operation, instruments, use, service intervals, routine maintenance, identification, specifications, etc.

Production years: 1949-1954.

This is the original instruction handbook that came with every new car.

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Details:	72 pages, 24.5 x 15.5 x 0.5 cm / 9.7 x 6.1 x 0.2 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Jaguar Cars Ltd (GB, 1990)
ISBN:	9781855200432

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Jaguar XK 140 (1954-1957) - Operating, Maintenance and Service Handbook

Official owner's handbook for the Jaguar XK140 Open Two-seater, Fixed Head Coupé and Drophead Coupé. Describes operation, instruments, use, service intervals, routine maintenance, identification, specifications, etc.

Production years: 1954-1957.

This is the original instruction handbook that came with every new car. Jaguar reference: E101/2.

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Details:	72 pages, 24 x 17 x 0.8 cm / 9 x 6.7 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Jaguar Cars Ltd (GB, 1990)
ISBN:	9781855200401

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From Georgia to Goodwood: The comprehensive restoration of a 1956 Jaguar XK140

This illustrated book documents the five-year restoration of a 1956 Jaguar XK140, considered the most beautiful model in the XK series. It provides a detailed, step-by-step account of the rebuild, highlighting the challenges and successes encountered. Emphasizing authenticity and precision, the book showcases the expert craftsmanship needed to restore the car's mechanical and cosmetic aspects to their original condition.

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Author:	Robert Stokes
Details:	42 pages, 23 x 15.5 x 0.2 cm / 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.08 in, paperback
Illustrations:	photos and drawings
Publisher:	Independently Published (USA, 2019)
ISBN:	9781686568305

How to Power Tune Jaguar XK 3.4, 3.8 & 4.2 Litre Engines (Veloce SpeedPro)

This book provides essential guidance on maximizing performance and reliability from the Jaguar XK six-cylinder engine. Written by an expert with years of practical experience, it offers clear and practical advice.

It covers crucial engine components, including camshafts, camshaft timing, valve springs, and cylinder head options and modifications. Carburetion is discussed in detail, with information on 13/4 and 2-inch twin SU setups, triple 2-inch SUs, and triple Weber and Dellorto configurations.

A dedicated section explains how to modify SUs for better performance, including needle specifications. Additional content includes detailed advice on ignition systems and timing, exhaust manifolds and systems, and general tuning tips.

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Author:	Des Hammill
Details:	120 pages, 25 x 20.5 cm / 9.8 x 8.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous colour photos
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2016)
Series:	SpeedPro
ISBN:	9781845849603

Praxishandbuch Jaguar XK-Maschine (3,4, 3,8 und 4,2 Liter) - Überholen, Optimieren

Author Des Hammill provides everything you need to know about the Jaguar XK engines with 3.4, 3.8 and 4.2 litres displacement. The ambitious hobby mechanic is given a clear and easy-to-understand explanation of the work involved in overhauling or modifying the six-cylinder engine in the areas of the cylinder head, engine block, valve train, mixture preparation, ignition system and exhaust system.
A knowledgeable guide for all Jaguar drivers who want to give their "cat" a helping hand.

• Expert, practical tips from an experienced racing engine builder on how to increase the performance of Jaguar 3.4 3.8 and 4.2 litre six-cylinder XK engines.
• Whether you want a faster road car or want to race successfully, Des Hammill explains in plain language and without technical jargon how to create a reliable high-performance engine using as many genuine Jaguar parts as possible, without wasting money on parts and modifications that don't deliver.
• Includes D-type cylinder heads, cooling system improvements, engine testing and fuels.

German edition of the Veloce SpeedPro book "How to Power Tune Jaguar XK 3.4 3.8 & 4.2 Litre Engines".

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Author:	Des Hammill
Details:	116 pages, 30.5 x 22 x 1.4 cm / 12 x 8.7 x 0.55 in, hardback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Heel-Verlag GmbH (D, 2007)
ISBN:	9783898808316