KWE Options - The HdV "Pepperpot" wheel!
At last you can now enjoy the timeless elegance of the Jaguar 40 hole "Pepperpot" alloy wheel brought up to date and available in 16 inch or 17 inch diameter, 7.5 inches in width.
There are big benefits to be had in fitting larger wheels with lower profile tyres to the XJS and Series XJ saloon. The original tyres are 70 profile which is very tall by today's standards. Our wheels allow fitment of a range of profiles from 60 to 45 while keeping the diameter the same within a few percent. These lower profile tyres add much needed lateral stability to the car without significantly reducing ride comfort. Another major benefit is that a much wider range of modern tyres can now be fitted including Pirelli P6000, Yokohama AVS, Contisport M3 and many more.
Our design, in conjunction with Realm Engineering, is a 2 part wheel. The centre section is milled from a solid alloy billet, drilled to resemble the Ogle Design "Pepperpot" and finished in silver lacquer. The outer rim is made from spun alloy and is a polished finish. This design allows different sized rims to be fitted to a common centre.
The offsets have been designed to suit the XJS (1975 - 1996) and the
'Series' saloons from 1968 to 1985 (XJ6) and to 1992 (XJ12 S3). The
centre bore and pitch circle are also correct for these cars.
With much of each wheel being machined from solid the design is exceptionally strong, but is more expensive than a cast design. Unfortunately the cost of tooling up for a cast design is beyond us at present.
Our first delivery has been made to a customer in Holland where they will be fitted to a 1991 Daimler Double Six - hence the Daimler badge in the centre. Jaguar or KWE centre badges are also available.
Wheels are available to order with a 4 week lead time. Prices are under review but are currently £480 + carriage each. We can also supply the wheels fitted with tyres of your choice.
