Jaguar XJC V12 manual restoration part 1. Just how rusty is it?

[@OliverXAJ]

I've been out on my bike today, I'm having a nice pint, and now I'm watching Harry's XJC V12. The sun is out. Sundays were meant to be like this :)

[@jonoedwards4195]

Youve got it made, an nobody can take this sweet snip of Your life away. Beauty Oliver, lucky Mate!

[@danielmarshall4587]

" a body restoration, and probably a few bits more" oh Harry, we've been here before. Looking forward to this.

[@codyluka8355]

Restorations are always "fun". It's like peeling the layers off an onion...you never really know what you'll find. Fingers crossed!

[@jms211]

The car is the star here, but second billing must go to Keith at the garage. An amazing knowledge of the type borne out of years of experience. Just the man for the job!

[@JohnBaxendale]

Don't you wish you could find a mechanic like that for all cars!? :)

[@thegearknob7161]

These old Jags are magic. For long distance, high speed driving, they're unbeatable. So comfortable that fatigue doesn't happen, you actually get out at your destination feeling better rested than when you set off, and yet so grunty and stable that it feels like it can handle anything. Considering most people are running around in newer cars that cost several times the price of an old XJ, you can ignore the fuel bills, they're worth every penny.

[@tedburnard841]

No other car looked like them. Even non car enthusiasts know these and the sedans are Jaguars

[@simonzero3815]

Always nice to hear a knowledgeable young person talk so wisely about something he very much obviously understands. Sounds as if your lady is in good hands.

[@E7DMG]

Harry's an absolute hero! Anyone who can go from a Zonda to XJ12C with the same enthusiasm is a Real petrol head!

[@rndyh77]

Just an absolutely beautiful car. I'm excited to see the results on this one.

[@adrianadrian1887]

It's a big rust bucket, will be needing a lot of work... 6 months...

[@alexcallas8222]

@@adrianadrian1887 Spot on. That's the basic reality with this one. Ain't going to be pretty when it's down to bare metal, these guys have seen it before.

[@marcryvon]

@@adrianadrian1887 Well, I was expecting a lot worse corrosion. It's 45 y.o. it's a Brit car built with '70s raw sreel, and driven in GB damp weather... Of course, it remains to be seen with all the paint removes. It's most probably an horror story. Every body "pimple" may reveal a huge scar. I rebuilt a carbon copy of my beloved first car, a 1972 Datsun Coupé 20 years ago. It showed very much like Harry's car, you know, not bad at all, some Bondo was expected. Oh my god ! The paint actually held the car together ! Took 14 months of hard work but worth every penny.

[@adrianadrian1887]

@@alexcallas8222 I'm sure they'll do a top job, they know XJ Jaguars inside out. Can't wait to see the end product. I've seen one in rathmines village in Dublin few days ago (a convertible XJC V12 in very good condition ). Kind regards from Dublin, Ireland. Beautiful cars.

[@faizalhakim3772]

Harry’s reaction to the cost of the quarter panel is priceless 🤣

[@ARlELATOM]

I was looking for this comment 🤣🤣🤣

[@leok3347]

11:28 hahaha yess I read the coment before I got there!

[@hoonaticbloggs5402]

Added Harry tax

[@wes4192]

No not priceless. Two thousand pounds.

[@oldanslo]

"Providing there are no hiccups along the way, we're looking at three months." That would be pretty impressive.

[@jonathanwoods9843]

Right! I was thinking at least 6 months.

[@olle4959]

That's a blink of an eye

[@andrewcollins867]

These guys do this job everyday 🙄 3 mths is brilliant 👏 no sucking in through teeth at this shop

[@boundish1]

There are always hiccups

[@SnakeyUk08]

Bloody hell! that sound at the end..no wonder you love it Harry

[@EleanorPeterson]

It's a very, very, very naughty car. Very naughty. Which is a very, very, very good thing, what? :-)

[@AndyK.1]

I think he like it as it handles like a car that age Shouldn’t.

[@DCBChump]

That clip singlehandedly convinces to fix what was wrong with mine and not swap it for an LS. I want that sound behind me when I'm driving.

[@oliverb7987]

11:29 to hear Harry swear for what feels like the first time ever

[@TheScudabear1]

You class shit as swearing?!!!😂

[@IngramCars]

@@TheScudabear1 Most of us use it, but yes it is an obscenity!

[@EleanorPeterson]

@@IngramCars - Quite right. Some of us were raised properly to have manners and standards. Jaguar ownership is a privilege, not a right; smart dress, clean shoes and best behaviour at all times is a duty, not an option! And a potty mouth deserves a trip to The Naughty Corner (for fuck's sake). ;-)

[@julianevans9548]

Even though I'd read your comment before I'd got to that bit, it still surprised me.

[@TheScudabear1]

@@IngramCars you're talking excrement

[@samhansen527]

After watching this I’m convinced that every area on these cars are “very common area[s] for corrosion.”

[@joshuarosen6242]

1970s British engineering and British weather don't make a very good combination. I watch KZbinrs in Australia or Florida underneath their ageing cars and think that no British car ever looked like that.

[@markblack195]

I think you'll find any car manufactured during 70's was prone to rust and the Jaguar XJ series is no worse than other brands. Here in the UK winters were worse back then and the roads were heavily salted and you'd have to replace the front wings on a car every two years.

[@shabbos-goy9407]

@@markblack195 I don't know about that. An Alfa say rots much much worse. A Merc was better than a BL machine and I think a Volvo or Saab better still. I think a VW was also superior!

[@andrewcollins867]

How much original metal is left on a UK Ford Escort etc from the 70s 🤔

[@damienmills293]

@@joshuarosen6242 I'm an Aussie and we have (had?) plenty of completely rusted cars as we mostly live near the sea (Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne) and the Trade Winds blow that salt half way across the continent. That's why Lake Eyre and Lake Torrens are full of salt. It is wind blown from the ocean. However the air is dry and if you live inland steel seems to last indefinitely. Basically, we throw away the rusted ones and do up the ones that aren't. Cars from the '70s came here already rusting after 3 month journeys on ships that allowed the sea spray to affect them. Also, they were simply not rust proofed. Leno talks about this re the cars he grew up with.

[@stevef01]

My dad always had his XJ's in dark blue. Very very smart and reflects and accentuates all the curves of the bodywork

[@riktye8800]

I love the way Harry keeps tapping the “Jags”bonnet in a very “stiff upper lip” way keeping his emotions in-check, like he’s sending his favorite child to boarding school. Don’t forget to call 😂😊❤️

[@noelnicholls1894]

I think that also had to do with the bump in price due to taking out the engine and cleaning up the engine bay. That’s a hit to the pocketbook. But to me of all his cars this is the one I think is the best to have.

[@P.Galore]

Harry: My vote is for a dark British Racing Green and removal of the roof trim at the C Pillar - only there to adhere the vinyl roof. Good luck!

[@bill1682]

Definitely green jags are the best

[@paulog8813]

Agree, but than I would make the interior light brown.

[@francoisg3500]

British Racing Green and a Light Tan interior would look awesome.

[@hydorah]

BRG is a great shout. Show odd those lovely lines in a proper classic British colour!

[@TheAndre8900]

As much as i love bgr, that blue is just so elegant that fits perfectly.

[@frankE91210]

harry, this is one of my favourite cars on the channel glad to see it will be sticking around and more content!

[@X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X]

The XJ Coupé is one of my favourite cars (as are Jaguars in general), and one of the most beautiful ever built. As for the legendary Jaguar V12, 1:08 says it all. I cannot comprehend how people can have a skill to turn sheets of metal into such a beautiful shape, it's a real art of a craft!

[@emmajnation-emma]

23:30 onwards says it better!

[@Czechbound]

I visited a car factory and saw a panel press in operation. A massive German machine with electric presses stamped them out. Massive as in 3 storeys high and 100m long. The ground shook with every pressing. Behind it in the gloom were the stamping blocks for all the old models stacked up in the dark. Tens and tens of them.

[@thebigpicture2032]

I really like the colour on this car. It blends in well with the rest of your collection.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

That’s the car that brought me to Harry’s Garage in the first place. 😍 Please Sir, give it the tender love and care it deserves. Ohh yes, the dark metallic green as the project 7 would be just perfect.

[@mark1781]

Like Steed's Broadspeed copy from The New Avengers...

[@lasersailor6684]

Totally agree about that green on the Project 7

[@James-gf9jl]

The problem about changing the colour to a non-era-correct one is that it always shouts "botched restoration" or "resto-mod". Even if it isn't. A bit like putting magnolia leather with red piping and red carpets in it.

[@phil955i]

What a knowledgeable bloke on Jaguars. Looking forward to seeing the result.

[@huwprice881]

That sound, that beautiful uncluttered line, I can see The Sweeney in the rear view mirror, their 3 litre Granada Ghia being left for dust....

[@p3sg-pennsylvaniapowerllc359]

WOW Very excited to see as many of the steps during the process and end product. This has always been my favorite British car since the day I saw this car here in the USA. I get goose bumps every time I see it. The Jaguar XJ of this vintage is like a piece of jewelry. Great stuff Thank You!

[@TheBlaert]

One of my all time favourite car designs. The Broadspeed XJC's were just outrageous

[@MrBrianc1975]

Being an XJ owner myself this is my favourite car in your garage. Cant wait to see the results. I like the idea of having it the same green as your project 8 but then again I really like the blue of the other 5.3 in the workshop.

[@James-oo1yq]

The Green would look good, but I would go a glossy deep Black, and put the vinyl roof back. I think Black suits the character of the car..

[@davidgray6232]

I would LOVE to do this. The lines of the XJC are just immense

[@brucebogstrotter1796]

I love the light blue because it is a happy colour that makes me think of sunny days, it perfectly matches this car that brings smiles to everyone like only a summers day can. I'd keep it similar but chuck 6 coats of laquer on to make it shine and display the curves of her.

[@adebnam1]

Thanks for featuring my car at the end of the video Harry!

[@mikewright9378]

I love watching this car get new life breathed into it! I’m restoring a ‘76 XJ12-C and can’t express how excited these videos make me for bringing mine into the 21st century

[@tootrue3953]

One of my favourite cars of your collection, so happy to see she's getting a bit of a makeover!

[@redhammer92]

The shot of you backing the car out with the paint shop in the background was a smooth way to throw them some advertising. Good job!

[@garygriffiths2911]

Yes to the restoration of the rare and beautiful car - easily my favourite of the Harry fleet. Frankly if it was mine I wouldn't even consider changing the colour. But each to their own I suppose ...

[@kurtbonner3163]

The sound on the clip at the end says everything about this car! Well done Harry - a lot of dosh but to keep a car like this in circulation and as you say to be seen at events for people to enjoy -totally worth it!

[@RaduB.]

The Jaguar! I feel a bit sad about the colour, this blue surely suited her well... But anyway, I hope it'll be a decent one in the end!

[@markblack195]

I love the Admiralty Blue too I hope he keeps it.

[@RustyPetterson]

I can't leave this video without chiming in as well - I love this colour too, it's what makes this car so striking and cool! Please don't change it, Harry!

[@anthonyfarnan5935]

I’m not against a dark blue but this light blue has to go

[@salvofarnia8046]

Pearlesant white

[@jonathanwoods9843]

I like the blue as well. And what does Harry think is wrong with the color (perhaps I should say “colour”) of the dash?

[@chasephotos4780]

I love the fact that you have been able to enjoy this car a fun 'driver' for so long; taking care of the mechanical bits before making it show car pretty.

[@grahaminkpen5436]

I am so happy your going to do this car justice, and it most definitely will end up with even more Grace - Pace - Space. They are beautiful

[@1701enter]

I did enjoy that! I had a 1973 v12 that must have been someone's (pride and joy) I bought the car (in Maroon) a four-door Long wheelbase with 25000 miles on it in the mid-eighties for one hundred pound s (from a US Serviceman returning to the USA) I was a lowly MOD Cook and owning the car was a joy but way out of my ability to keep the car as it deserved. Watching your programme brought back happy memories thank you PS any colour but purple...

[@williamjohnson7707]

Great car Harry, it’s possibly my favourite in your beautiful collection. I think British racing green is the colour to go for, I’ve seen a couple in that colour it’s it’s just ace in my opinion. I’m sure we’re all enjoying these restoration videos you’re doing, keep them coming!

[@TheShootingBrake]

Props to you Harry for going the extra mile and doing it properly. This is a very cool car that deserves the best restoration. I cannot wait to see the end product. Its a V12 coupe. It will only go up in value as the years tick by.

[@philkitchen9719]

Fantastic stuff Harry. It’s great to see these old cars being invested in for the future. Hats off sir.

[@jtuominen72]

XJC is one of the most beautiful cars in styling. The lines are truly timeless. It was funny to see how small the car actually is when you were inside it.

[@adrianrowden8266]

Harry maneuvering his Jag out of the garage, looks like he's the getaway driver off to a bank job.

[@marcryvon]

And the sound !! I never tought a Jag would scream like that. Awesome !

[@sandyvalentin3072]

Ha

[@photomix2679]

The most beautiful XJ that Jaguar ever made. Love the suspension and engine mods Harry has made too. I had a 4.2 20 odd years ago before prices went crazy and despite being a rust bucket and the British Leyland build quality it is probably the most enjoyable car I have ever driven and owned. Buy the best one you can afford - all parts special to the coupe are EXPENSIVE to replace and everything will need some attention by now. You will need deep pockets to restore one of these properly now. I must have bought mine from Arthur Daley too 'cos when I took it for MOT the following year I discovered it didn't have any inner sills! I ended up swapping it for a much shinier '79 Mercedes W116 450SEL with a full MOT, but sadly no soul....

[@ianD74]

Harry this would look amazing in opalescent silver blue, an original Jaguar colour

[@roadie3124]

We had an opalescent blue 1966 Mk2 from new. Very nice car. It still looked almost new in 1976.

[@ianD74]

@@roadie3124 lovely, it’s such an elegant colour! I actually think this car would look fantastic in silver, but it’s so common now it’s become mundane and it’s hard to justify when you’re paying so much for the work.

[@marcryvon]

@@roadie3124 Oh yes, the Mk2 ! The original "gentleman's sports sedan". Loooong before BMW's claim ! My best ever teacher, in English letters in 1970, had his in proper BRG and burgundy leather interior. My ever favourite car second only to a series1 E type !

[@roadie3124]

@@marcryvon I've always been a fan of the Mk2. My parents bought their first one, a 2.4 manual with overdrive, in 1961. We went as a family to the Jaguar factory in Browns Lane to pick it up. It was RHD, but was equipped for British Forces Germany to comply with West German regulations - steering column ignition and lock, speedo in kmh, no Jaguar figure on the bonnet). My mother had a crash on the autobahn in 1966 and the car was written off. Then they bought a 3.4 manual, overdrive. I sort of learned to drive in this car. 210kmh on the autobahn at age 18. I was immortal :-) These days I drive a 2007 Saab 9-3 Aero (2.8 V6 turbo) manual with a few upgrades. Around 225 Kw and 430 NM. It's a lot faster than a Mk2 (it's speed limited at 260 kmh), but it feels like one in many ways.

[@okgo8315]

Oooooohh Harry, please consider the beauty of jag Signal red with light beige vinyl roof. An original combination showing off and highlighting the wonderful lines of this stunning car. I had a series 2 redone like this in the 70's and it looked just ......well.... stunning, with original chrome wheels too. Even the cashier at the local supermarket who never spoke to me in 5 years, had to pay me compliments when she saw it, haaa. Imo, modern and non original colours just don't work.👍🇬🇧

[@paulmcaleer2736]

I’m going to enjoy following this one Harry - love these XJ Coupes!

[@TheRobertlonski]

Harry, Another great video, there are a lot of car blogs on KZbin -- you videos are among the best -- informative, down-to-earth, and no BS. I look forward to your video every week, thanks for taking the time to make these videos-, I know there a lot of work but your effort is appreciated.

[@ricktrue]

Harry, thank you. My absolute favorite car, the Jag 12C.

[@AJ-xo9uw]

Why at the time I'm writing this have 56 people given it a "thumbs down".. I don't get it, the video is exactly what the title says it is... great vid H looking forward to seeing it done and the coming vids on its progression, especially if its British racing green 👍👍

[@pablocespedes9585]

This is a beautiful Jag, I' ll wait for next restoration video. It is a fine car, good for you for saving it!

[@patrickz7908]

I am delighted to see that you are restoring the V12 Jag. As a die hard fan of the manual gearbox, I consider it one of your greatest vehicles.

[@ckm-mkc]

Great car, loved the color - it's like something out of a old movie, sad to see it go. It's understated, which suits the nature of the car.... Hopefully the new color won't be screamy.

[@jonnysl6560]

Squadron Blue

[@jaymerritt6230]

Squadron Blue with a vinyl roof put back on and chocolate brown leather Harry, love these XJC’s, I prefer the Daimler 4.2 as the trim details and cockpit ever so slightly differ, enough to put the Daimler in my dream garage, I do hate those Kent alloys I much prefer the classic hubcaps, keep up the good work Harry I love your videos, you’re a great man, it’s a real privilege to share in your life, from the beginning issue one of EVO to KZbin, you’ve provided loads, thank you 👊🏻

[@TheCabrooster11]

The “Jaaag” coupe is a beautiful shape still remember drooling over one of the racing versions at Goodwood a few years ago, seem to remember that it was one of the loudest non formula cars up the hill.

[@tuppid2463]

So pleased you are restoring the XJC, one of my all time favourites Harry. They are a rare beast, I viewed one last year but it would have been a major money pit. Still on the hunt for a half decent one. I would go dark metallic blue, grey or green. The car deserves a sophisticated colour. Can’t wait for the forthcoming episodes.

[@JohnBaxendale]

That's a beautiful car Harry, worth every penny of that to restore it! Love how knowledgeable this guy is too, looks like it's in safe hands - can't wait for the follow up video in 4 months or so! :) PS: DARK GREEN.

[@johnlambert4031]

I started my working life at a BL / Jag dealer when the S1 XJ6 came out, they were a fantastic car, beautifull to look at, fast and comfortable but get underneath and there was a distinct lack of underseal and in some places paint, ideal to own for a couple of years then move on before the rust bubbles started. the lower order Austin / Morris offerings were even worse. there is a documantry "the long goodbye" that is well worth a watch.

[@gregoryingraham2691]

A some what darker shade of Emerald Green would look amazing

[@EleanorPeterson]

Yes, Gregory - agreed; darker colours throw those classic curves into greater prominence. The other car in the garage (in Indigo Blue) is a good example. Sparkly highlights... Mmmm...

[@stuartkynoch7289]

I have a Bullitt Mustang so I'm quite partial to dark green and I concur!

[@Fintoman]

Do it for the love of the car. If you have the disposable readies, go for it. Not everything in life has to recover every pound spent. It's a beautiful car well worth the expense, for no other reason than it's a lovely thing to have. Really looking forward to seeing this one as it progresses. Good luck Harry.

[@dbill_1341]

The same green as the project 7 would be amazing

[@Czechbound]

SUGGESTION : Maybe an episode with a graphic designer playing around with software to show you suggestions for different paint schemes. That would be cool and show other owners contemplating a colour change what help is out there. Anyway, this will be another great series to follow along with ( for me, I'd take a light colour to show the bodylines, and go two-tone which is my favourite - either different roof colour or bring it down the body ).

[@WHELDON74]

A nice shade of metallic gun metal grey would look fantastic, and don't even think of replacing the vinyl roof.

[@timhouston1638]

Jaguar just happen to have an opalescent gunmetal, opalescent maroon is pretty sweet looking too.

[@James-oo1yq]

Glossy Black....with a Matt Black vinyl roof 😁 Looking forward to what Harry picks, because that JaaaaG can be any colour really

[@mikecrowe4674]

Love these restorations Harry’s doing. Two cracking cars, both worth doing id say. It’s great that Harry just hides nothing from the viewer, costs etc. Like the idea of the coupe in something like a metallic Brinjal - farrow and ball colour.

[@ashleychambers7602]

Bentley do a beautiful gunmetal grey that would look beautiful on this car

[@oreally8605]

Spot on

[@lucifarian93]

Funny that you thought that I agree entirely but really think Harry should keep it the same colour but all of us are resigned to the fact that it seems he wants to change it so gunmetal or dark metallic grey would look the biz.

[@lucifarian93]

if you go to 2.22 on the video you see the white Rolls and a red Ferrari , the Jag is exactly the right colour . I hope he keeps it blue! as the garage needs a blue and what a car that is!

[@erhardbaehni1832]

Gray. A very boring color..

[@markhealy9361]

Grey isn't a colour....it's an undercoat!

[@martinquince1]

I have a 1975 coupe, owned since 1983, replaced front wings, rear quarters, door skins, front under valance, both tank covers, vinyl roof, Webasto sunroof, inner and out sills, inner rear arches. bits of the floor, rear chassis, there still a bit at the front under the pedals. Fortunately I bought the panels 30 years ago!

[@rogerhudson2814]

When the panels are fixed you need to put in some NVH remediation, that cabin should be quiet.

[@visionist7]

You could probably improve the "sound" of the door closing by having the door's inner skin Dynamatted. It's a type of sound insulation with a super sticky black tar based adhesive backing on a metallic foil layer. It's messy stuff to apply and the edges of the foil will destroy your fingers, but it will make the doors sound more solid.

[@LennonRamone]

Agree with Harry on the Blue color, it just looks a bit... sudden. I think British racing green would go just right.

[@ashleyaustin1894]

I'm so sick of British Racing Green (especially with tan upholstery which seems to be a North American dream combo). If I had a "C" type replica, BRG would be great, but does every British sporting car need to wear it?

[@vaughnsigal4560]

The background colour on the jaguar hanging behind them when discussing colour. It's right there! It'd be the perfect shade of dark green

[@constantinweisz]

Definetly keep the color as it is. It’s beautyful.

[@ArchimedeanEye]

no

[@donaldmiller8238]

I remember very fondly my 1976 XJC in a deep burgundy. Not really red nor purple but really brought out the lines of one of my favorite Jaguars.

[@ady1397]

You can keep your modern supercars. I'd much rather have this(once it's restored obviously😁)

[@Jack-hg1hq]

yep, this is a dream machine, no computers, no hybrid system, just v12 noise

[@larsfrandsen2501]

Agree!

[@alexmartinez280]

Check out Ian Calums XJC to see how this will look once completed.

[@MrMottestyles]

Agreed. One of my favourite jags of all time. (I'm an old fart so might be biased).

[@mrrolandlawrence]

watching the first video of this is what got me started on your channel! we had one as the main family car for years (auto). the idea that you could make it manual really brings it alive. really enjoyed that.

[@milesroe5082]

That deep red that "Morse" had on his Jag would look great.

[@adamski101]

I adore the present blue colour.

[@barfmeister8509]

Always had a soft spot for these. Mates dad had two in the late 80’s, a red double six Daimler coupe (once owned by the big gaffer at Seddon Atkinson) and a white jag v12 coupe. Both luscious 👌

[@warci]

magnificent car, happy to hear it's getting some tlc. Will miss the blue though, it's pretty striking

[@impslap7620]

I'd be happy with it as-is because sometimes it's nice to have a car you don't need to be meticulous about and can concentrate on enjoyment. That said, it's nice to see this beauty taken to the next level. I loved the blue, but Harry has great taste. I'm sure whatever is chosen will look great.

[@alanmoore7705]

Awesome car, so glad to see it getting tlc. Can’t wait to see how it turns out

[@gunnerfan1968]

Hi Harry, really wonderful that this great part of Jaguars history is getting this level of care and attention. For me a vibrant colour like the Purple on your other Jaguar would set this car off beautifully.

[@chrisrogerson]

Thank god, no mention of range or charging rates. Finally

[@johnsmith1474]

Bingo. And not a SUV.

[@OCCUPIEDNATION]

Well done Harry for preserving a glorious bit of British automotive heritage! And getting a bespoke version into the bargain.

[@averyspies8328]

You should change the dash to a series 1 style, with the dials in the center instead of the ugly vent.

[@clashcityrocker2051]

When he mentioned doing work inside and then showed the dash, that’s what I thought he was going to say!!

[@johndavey72]

Hi Harry. One thing for certain, this is very straightforward compared to the Lancia and about half the price. This will tilt toward 20 with the engine work. The radiator support will be corroded behind that small black lower grille panel. And all the coupé had an black everflex roof ( probably to help eliminate the drumming ). Good luck Harry.

[@matthewdufty606]

I like how every panel was common for rusting away 😆 Classic BL. Great video. Looking forward to this resto

[@davecullen5986]

Yes we tend to forget Jaguar was kept alive by BL once hundreds of new production jags in the parking area rusting before sold

[@davecullen5986]

But thank goodness they were kept in business and thanks to Ford too

[@ashleyweston5420]

It's annoying to keep hearing fun poked at BL quality considering how much junk was on the roads in those days.

[@stringer-ik1pc]

@@ashleyweston5420 👍 42 years and still here. Whilst many a French Italian and German car have gone. BL made some great cars, just look at the prices they fetch now.

[@paulrodman5483]

An old friend of mine had one of these to tool about Sheffield when they were in production, as his daily driver. He went a Silver Metallic, Black Ever-flex roof finished off with a set of Wolf Race Alloys. Great car and always regretted selling it. A Red BMW 635csi replaced it, but was not as much fun.. A Deep Red Pearlesent would show off the curves rearly well as well. Decisions, decisions. Keep up the great work Harry, Evo subscriber from Ed 001. Best Rgs, Paul Rodman.

[@BrutalTurtle]

Been waitin for this! Cheers Harry

[@olewurtz7625]

I did my E-type S3 OTS in indigo Blue 4 years ago. An amazing color, especially in the sun. My absolute favorite.

[@SpartacusPlanktonpants]

That thing sounds amazing!

[@terrygoshawk]

My dad had a s111 in the indigo blue, looked absolutely stunning in the daylight and its still my favourite colour on a jag

[@davidgrover2665]

Not just treated to the Lancia restoration we now get the Jag! Looking forward to this one - now what colour will Harry go for! 🤔

[@alexmartinez280]

Non metallic black with matte aluminum brightwork. Interior in full green leather, green carpets, door cards, green everything. Beautiful wood grain trim with matching wood steering wheel and shift knob. Wheels from the XKSS wrapped in proper modern Michelin rubber. Full bumper delete with any holes properly filled. This allows the original design to be on show as it was intended. Would shave 10-20 years off the design as old bumpers age a car and were fitted by law, not by design choice. Engine will be the centerpiece with the ORIGINAL build configuration of the V12, used in their mid engine race car. Fuel injection delete and replaced with Webber carburetors. If FI has to stay then a swap to MFI on ITBs. This jewel of a V12, with its rev happy nature would be insane with the tremendous induction bark that it so desperately deserves. This is the exact build I would personally do but would be honored if Harry was inspired by my taste and used this exact spec for his build. A 5.3 V12 XJC trip to LeMans in a 3 part Eurotrip series to cap off the project once completed or a trip to Goodwood this year with the car showcased by Jaguar with their Legends C-type, D-Type, and the dream boat XKSS. FYI the all green interior idea comes from the XKSS. Thought to paint the XJC in the exact XKSS spec but believe black would contrast better and really set off the entire car.

[@kevinford6420]

Silver is the colour for one of these IMHO. 😁

[@kevinford6420]

@Paul Fellows what would you suggest?

[@richlee509]

@@kevinford6420 imola red bmw colour

[@andyfairchild2383]

Still my favourite jag. A mate who had one summed it up nicely.... it’s an elegant hooligan! Great video Harry, interested to see how it turns out.

[@paulkane9863]

It will be interesting to find out what colour Harry goes for

[@bradford_shaun_murray]

I think he'll go green

[@jpdj2715]

I remember speaking with the chairman of a Jag club in my country. Their position was, you have to take them apart and make the body weatherproof. Which they did. Sandblasted the naked body, zinc-anodized it, and then the body got "proper" primer and paint layers, followed by "correct" lacquers. In the process, the common "weak" points would be addressed (primarily wiring looms and electronics, a couple mechanical things) and after all this was done, they'd have a proper car that could live up to the statement it tries to make.

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

Please don't change the colour. I love it.

[@snypergaming1744]

Such an underrated car Harry , i am glad you take good care of it because it is quite a unique gt even for those years . Personally i like it more than the xjs shape and atm i am searching for an xj v12 , simply mesmerised by the elegance ...

[@garethevans4557]

So confident that its a great video as usual, I just get a brew & get the like button clicked before i even watch it 👍🏼

[@TheIDGE]

"A very common area for corrosion", points to the whole car lol. Still absolutely love this thing, glad Harry is getting it made solid again. This is one of most beautiful car shapes ever made, right down through the later XJ6s etc. I actually love the blue, but hey, it's Harry's car. That said, the blue on the other car is fantastic as well....

[@NickForest999]

It has to be painted silver Harry...it’ll look sublime

[@neilstewart1208]

good call that....

[@theolympus593]

Love the video, I have always been told that you never see a two door Jaguar without a vinyl roof as Jaguar could never get the roofs right? Now I've just seen two together! Brilliant! Keep up the good work Harry.