Not be confused with the smaller Jaguar 420.
In October 1966 the Jaguar Mark X was renamed the 420G.
In October 1966 the Jaguar Mark X was renamed the 420G.
The 420G is a gentle evolution of the MkX,
with differences confined to the bigger 4.2-litre straight-six
replacing the previous 3.8-litre in MkX; a chrome strip down each flank;
a larger front grille with a vertical central bar splitting it in two;
and side indicator repeaters added to each front wing.
The MkX, launched in 1961, looked absolutely enormous,
with plenty of room for six large passengers.
The 420G was practically a limo fitted with the hottest sports car engine.
In fact, a version was available, on the standard wheelbase,
with a dividing glass screen partition and front bench seat
replacing the separate seats of standard cars.
Only 5,763 units sold.
(classicandperformancecar.com)
In fact, a version was available, on the standard wheelbase,
with a dividing glass screen partition and front bench seat
replacing the separate seats of standard cars.
Only 5,763 units sold.
(classicandperformancecar.com)
waimakclassiccars.co.nz, brookfield-classics.co.uk & autobild.de)
