This 1987 Jaguar XJ12 With BMW M60B30 V8 Is Not One For The Purists - Built By Keltec Performance

This 1987 Jaguar XJ12 With BMW M60B30 V8 Is Not One For The Purists - Built By Keltec Performance
Are you ready for something different? Are you ready to modify the holly grale of cars aka Jaguar? Co-founder of Keltech has done it all and is ready to share his story with us! What started as another quick project turned into bare metal restoration. This car is the culmination of Shaun's love for Jags and the car is proudly rocking KelTech's exhaust system that makes the BMW M60B30 engine sound just amazing!
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[@keltecleeds]

The shorter version that all car no talk 😂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIWQYoWZd56oZ7ssi=4_lXCu2cLpesw8v8

[@commonsenseisdeadin2024]

Absolutely sick car my guy! THE ONLY thing I would say would make it just a wee bit better would be suicide rear doors!....Oh and "suicide(?)" trunk/boot lid to match the hood/bonnet because... well because you can!

[@richardwhiting3216]

If I had a lottery win I would commission cars like this instead of buying new ones.

[@ainsleystewart4844]

Absolutely

[@curvs4me]

Count me in for so many reasons.

[@mazyata9958]

Same here. Too bad that people that have money all do the same things. Nothing original.

[@Hlonela100]

Same same

[@MrSmartstots]

This is absolutely stunning, the attention to detail is so on point

[@craigbarrett2278]

Done proper..... Always had a soft spot for this shape.

[@wayland7150]

I have the newer X300 shape. The old shape in this form looks really badass.

[@petermyers5793]

That is ABSOLUTELY fantastic! I’m a purist who did a glass out, every panel off restoration on my 1981 XJ12 in Rhodium Silver last year. Started stripping it on the 10th of February and had it all back together and completed by the end of last October. I’m 48 and have always had XJ’s since my 20’s, including a manual S3 6.0 TWR that I would never have sold, but for divorce. I understand and agree with everything you’ve done so well with your car. Nothing wrong with either the purist approach or a custom car that’s been put together so well such as yours. Fantastic job my friend.

[@keltecleeds]

Thanks for your kind words 😊

[@jc6087]

You're the kind of scum that would take the V12 out of a Diablo and drop it down to a V8 /spit.

[@lukespector5550]

Well done mate & that silver colour really helps show off the purist bodylines of these old beauties.

[@jaynikk758]

Wow, very nice sir. I own a 2004 Jaguar XJR 4.2 s/c.. almost 200,000 miles / 321,000 KM on her and I just got the transmission flushed as well as engine oil change with Liqui Moly :D

[@ivancookemrshadowban4347]

I don’t usually get jealous of another guys car BUTTTTTT this is a work of art !!

[@DarkSphinxx]

Wow this is pure art. Should be a Museum for cars like this

[@ItsDaJax]

Nah... cars like that need be driven, not sittin'.

[@b12kult]

What a car, killer looks! One of my favourite Jags. Congrats on the build!

[@keltecleeds]

Thank you guys 😊

[@DYNANiK.official]

W O W ! ! ! The definition of Badass!!! The color is perfect imho. Greets from Germany

[@DerrickIarussi]

OMG, I got my first Jag at age 19 back in 1993 I have owned 6 Jags: 1972 Xj6(Chevy 305 v8) 1986 xjs 5.3 V12 1987 Vanden Plas 4.2 6cyl 1989 xjs 5.3L V12 1995 xj6 4.0L 6cyl and 2005 X-Type 3.0L AWD Jaguars have always been my favorite car. I loved Saabs too.

[@flavioescotto5404]

I can’t stop looking at this car!

[@OLH3rd]

One of the prettiest generations of XJ made into one GORGEOUS muscle car!!

[@Rs500ybd]

Ignore the Purists ... That is a Work Of Art . Stunning Mint.

[@arthurbrainVI]

Agree, just appretiate its being looked after and still driven to this day & not sat fading away

[@lukespector5550]

"Oh My Gawwwd".........Says the ghost of Arthur Daley! Godspeed to this gentleman for his lovely car & sharing it with us here!

[@user-sw2ob4iw1m]

Jaguar's independent rear unit is a work of art

[@GTIClubsport]

Shaun's vision is incredible - especially when you see what he started with and where the car is now. I'm a VW nut as well but this thing looks wicked, inspiring for sure

[@Shadow-Edition]

Man I’m in love. I grew up with Series 111 XJ6’s 4.2 and 5.3 sovereigns. Honestly you could not do this car any better. Looks horrendously beautiful 😻. I want to see it in person…

[@tntw23]

I'm in Australia and met a bloke recently who asked my opinion about modifying an XJ12 and whether it would be a good idea. If it means the car stays on the road and gets used, I'm all for it. Well done mate, great job. And then I heard the sound at the end of the video. Caught, hook, line and sinker. Love it

[@maxbomb101]

what a masterpiece my friend

[@Mil-4elovek]

This is the most beautiful car I've ever seen

[@SP00TNIC]

Better than anything Jaguar released past 25 years.. and definitely more reliable than anything they release past 40 years 👏👏👏👍👍👍😜😉😉🤗

[@conchobar]

Beautiful. Shocking that we don't see more XJ resto-mods. They are such beautiful cars, fairly plentiful, and not too expensive. Bravo!!!!!

[@andyfry1970]

Love it! You've achieved the right look imo. Really nice. Exhaust sound is sweet too!

[@chrisscott1284]

I highly recommend these guys for exhaust fabrication. System on mine is a one off and it sounds great. Seen this Jag in the metal and it's awesome.

[@colinevans7134]

Had 4 of these, loved them, great story and video thanks for showing us Puka

[@g0fvt]

It would be a strange world if everyone liked it, too many people get bent out of shape that anyone dares to modify a car that was likely to have been scrapped by now. Well done to have the vision and get the job done.

[@sirpeepsalot1]

Ex Jaguar owner here, had 7 XJ's over a 25 year period. 4 XJ40's, 2 X300's and an X350. Fancied a change 2 years ago, so I'm in an Audi TT Mk1 now, and I absolutely love it, But Shaun's creation would definitely tempt me to sit behind the leaping Jaguar again. It's what Jaguar themselves should have continued doing, thoroughly modernising the hidden bits but keeping the classic iconic outer skin, instead of throwing away years of history.

[@DermotCarroll]

That is a gorgeous car!! i love it .... i really liked the comment about its better now, than potentilly eating beans out of it!! 😂😂 ... it's mean looking and sounding, but syill looks like what it is!! top class and well done!

[@artist.sanctuary.studio.d16.]

Work of art. Well done. Beautiful car inside and out. 👍

[@davedewey868]

Fookin sick!!. Took a shitbox and turned it into a sinister diamond.. love it.. true meaning of built not bought! Top job my man 👍

[@keltecleeds]

I think in hindsight I should of started with a roadworthy example 🤣🤣

[@denisohbrien]

Forst nice car my dad ever bought was an xj, always loved them, as a young lad xj's were cheap so i rolled around in them , dont have one right now but will absolutely have another! Fantastic build!

[@richardwalther6229]

British elegance and German power in one package!

[@martycrush6412]

Love it. Totally badass❤

[@tonyforbes-marsden9939]

wow I'm loving this. What a build

[@tastypymp1287]

Love it. Real artisan stuff.

[@Elwooddudes]

Looks so awesome man! Love it

[@maukka138]

Damn. Never seen a jag sit that nice stancewise.

[@user-bh8sx2xl9w]

A great achievement and fantastic result but what makes it for me is he comes across as a genuinely top guy too. Can't wait to see your next one! 👍🏼

[@MaxS9000]

Thankyou so much for doing this build. I have always loved Jags especially the XJ. My first ride in one in the 70's cemented that love straight away. Even when they were called old mans car and rotboxes etc. I didn't / don't care. I now own one, watching your video is inspiring. Original vs Modified, I like things that actually work, so if it has to be modified to function properly, reliably and to look cool then do it. I love the car and would love to see it properly one day. Cheers.

[@DXCommanderHQ]

Perfect. I've had an XJ8 Sport and an XJ-R - but I LOVE what he's done.

[@davidhamilton82]

What an amazing car. So glad you went for that beautiful green as opposed to a black or white.

[@G3rryo]

I’m a big Jag fan and the proud 10 year owner of a beautiful 2009 last of black on black XJ sovereign 👊 love your work beautiful job done guys. 💚👊💥

[@richardtrow2751]

That's a very cool build 👌🏻

[@frankbohm7880]

Well done mate!😎

[@danielcunningham5047]

Best Jag I've ever seen, full credit to the guy well pulled off

[@petehalasz7547]

Absolutely great job.. I myself would have kept the V-12...lol.. My son and I have done a complete restomod on his 86 XJS.. a complete shaved body(no door handles,, lights, Even the gas cap finger lip).. custom black magic satin paint.. custom interior, including removing the ridiculous aux tank, and relocating the batt in the right trunk pocket.. Port and polished intake manifolds, custom made headers, full Mobeck MFI system,, all steel are chromed,, all suspension dropped and blasted and powder coated.. 18x9" rim's.. a complete original TWR body kit.. custom good scopes.. twin 16"electric fans... A complete wire tuck (rewired the entire ER so almost zero wires are shown). All nuts and bolts are S.S.. custom steering wheel... As you mentioned my son now knows everything about cars,, welding,, wiring, suspension,etc.. We must continue this tradition to keep kids working with their hands.. and these beautiful jags alive..

[@adderhoney]

That looks fabulous! 😊

[@josephmifsud8261]

It may not be original but it looks super cool. This is what Robert McCall should drive

[@Holstertolstz]

I watch lots of Car/Bike build stuff on KZbin but that is an absolute jem! Fantastic build, beautiful

[@wilf18]

Like this guy. Knows his stuff. What a car. Attention to detail. ❤

[@ErbMcgerkin]

That is a stunningly beautiful work of art! It even sounds as beautiful as it looks. I wish I knew someone with the knowledge of cars and Jaguars like this gentleman.

[@keltecleeds]

Cheers mate,unfortunately the xj has been significantly damaged in a break in at work,she's going to be of the road for the foreseeable future.

[@davidlouis2354]

This is the way to do it. I have always wanted to simplify a computerised car like an F type Jag and put in an old Mustang drivetrain, so much more reliable. Now you have the shape and reliability to boot. Plus you can do a lot with a small block.

[@Bandiet-ne3zb]

Wouw, this is a very very nice XJ a beauty, well done 👌

[@aidanbyrne3513]

By far one of the coolest things I’ve seen in a very long time,savage 👌

[@sin6113]

Beautiful build truly inspiring

[@ishz3260]

Beautiful car. About time someone modified an xj

[@IwillBwaiting]

I love it. It reminds me of the XJ6 that drummer of Iron Maiden had made by Jaguar. Old and new combined; in that case a Jaguar engine still.

[@keltecleeds]

In that case they kept the original engine and got rid of the fuel injection system and fitted carburettors iirc

[@nicololorenzon3291]

The menacing music at the start with the static shots is fantastic...

[@frubetube]

As an XJR (x358) owner, I wholeheartedly approve. What an amazing transformation.

[@youtubasoarus]

Truly stunning car! Well done! 👍

[@kip8790]

Wow absolutely stunning. My dad bought my mum an old xj6 when I was a kid and whilst it was very tired I absolutely loved it. I’ve always wanted to do a similar build to this but with slightly smaller diameter and super wide black wire wheels,l to an earlier s2 car with the blade bumpers and smaller taillights. Great colour choice looks awesome mate 👍 always found it odd that the US has such a mod scene but we don’t. I’d love to see a murdered E-Type too.

[@pjobeaglaoich3188]

Don't worry about what others think or say. You've done a great job 👍🏻

[@rorycarroll9870]

Absolutely stunning. Well done mate. You're a great story teller too.

[@keltecleeds]

Cheers mate,had 3 hours sleep before that interview ,I would like to think i would of been a little more articulate after a good night's sleep 😂😂

[@rorycarroll9870]

Haha nah you killed it mate.

[@aye3678]

That front end is absolutely stunning, mate. You've got your hands on a real head turner! @@keltecleeds

[@TR850]

Amazing car and amazing attitude! I love it.

[@anthonyfernwood8093]

Take no notice of the criticism that is a lovely piece of machinery, I envy you.

[@kasteman1]

A resto-modded Jag is the stuff of my dreams...

[@Chowyanh]

What a car wow. I really love this car.

[@sillwuka]

Great storytelling from the owner as well!

[@Motor-Mouth-313]

This thing is dope. Great build. Creative and original.

[@MultiATPL]

Stunning!

[@davaeprashad6830]

Truly work of art I love it

[@JuiceSkyy]

awesome car, awesome interview ✌🏾

[@nicklewis2734]

That's a big cat… what an awesome motor

[@garyflitcroft6965]

Sensational in every way, just beautiful.

[@elldavis3851]

It's a work of art. If I won the lottery I'd have you start building me one tomorrow. In love with it.

[@keltecleeds]

Fingers crossed your numbers come in for the next draw 😅😅😅

[@TibbyRIP2023]

What a beautiful looking car!

[@gmantoon]

Looks bloody lovely 👍👍👍

[@ambimu55hak]

What a beautiful car! The bit when he said ‘I sort of nipped off to get me haircut’ 😂😂😂 Well done man, a proper genuine hard working guy.

[@xXIamJAEXx]

Stunning, the painter was right, this was the colour to go with, beautiful

[@user-bh6eu6mh3d]

Great job, great story, great passion, make another one !

[@mercator79]

XJ12 is just a great looking car. This one is EPIC

[@bjbrogden9502]

I av admired this car many times in the past few years calling past on scrap runs nice to see on KZbin go on lad❤

[@keltecleeds]

Cheers pal

[@caanT]

When u did my exhaust on my civic. I was glued to looking at this… I love the way it sounds and looks

[@fayney62]

Absolutely brilliant job.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Tulsa74127]

Man I wish I could have done my 1997 Xjr Like this when I had it. Absolutely stunning Car!

[@panoply1886]

I love this, always dreamed of doing something like this with an XJS.

[@derekstocker6661]

Sean, what a fabulous car, purist or not, this is such a wonderful build and the sound is amazing. Wonderful to see and hear you talking about the many hours of work that you have put into this beast! Well done, great video, beautiful one off classic!

[@keironastbury9399]

absolutely fantastic great work, Jaguar should have produced something like this. love it.

[@kyestone8023]

Top work my friend, I'm a TVR Cerbera and T350T owner and am a Tvr car purist, cant say id exchange my engine for a US or German one but respect and a lot of credit where credit is Due. Top Production of a Truly top quality car.

[@keltecleeds]

The original idea was to look to sweden for the engine in the guise of the volvo t5 ,I couldn't find a gearbox from a manual volvo 960 unfortunately

[@rolexmd69]

So slick it’s scary. I love the car!

[@jeremyrigden9200]

OMG, well done sir outstanding build, from on old Jag owner.

[@nedkelly4999]

That’s my kinda car, very nice👌🏻

[@twilson1973]

Nice build. The XJ looks awesome. I respect how purists feel about keeping a classic car’s appearance original when restoring them but I also feel it is your car so do what you feel.

[@ItsDaJax]

When you think about how many were made, how many are left, and how many are original or restored... do they all need to be restored back to stock? If there's 10k of these left(hypothetically), and twenty of them are restomoded, completely modded, is it really a big deal? That's my issue with purist.

[@koko0808008]

That's a jag for a Guy Ritchie movie. Very cinematographic car, truly stuning !

[@keltecleeds]

Cheers mate 😊

[@user-vn6bm8vt3b]

I've been thinking of doing pretty much the same thing for a long time now but with a series 2, only real difference being I would go fo black leather, awesome looking motor

[@Saf_R]

Spectacular! As I kid we had a few of these the first being a 1985 in dark red with tan leather. I would buy one of these if it came my way

[@GurlzLuvAChaud]

This is one of the prettiest cars I have ever seen.

[@grandsonofragnar]

Finally a Jaguar that actually works!

[@matthardern1594]

Gorgeous car - great work

[@patrickcraig618]

Beautiful car great build love it