The KWE K12 Jaguar

Based on Jaguar XJ12 4 door saloon.

K12

This car is similar to the KWE K6 but with the 310 bhp Jaguar V12 engine, further upgraded suspension, wheels and tyres, music system and security. Sports steering and suspension settings transform the car into a luxury performance saloon. Subtle improvements in electrical equipment bring the car up to date without losing driver-appeal.

K12 Dimensions: Length 4.96m / Width 1.77m / Height 1.37m / Weight 1830kg

Performance: 0 - 60mph: 7.5 seconds; Max speed: 150mph; Fuel consumption: 15 - 26mpg

Engine: Jaguar 5.3 litre H.E. V12 all alloy, overhead cam. Renewed for reliability and long term high performance use. Engineered for unleaded fuel. Exhaust system revised for extra performance. Engine is fully test bed run.

  • New: Pistons, rings, valves, seats, springs, crank and cam bearings, core plugs, studs, oil pump, chains, belts, hoses, ignition leads, distributor cap, rotor arm.
  • Reconditioned: Cylinder heads, block, crank, cams, alternator, starter, radiators, air conditioning system, fuel injection system, water pump.

Transmission: Reconditioned GM 400, 3 speed automatic. Optional 5 speed manual or 4 speed ZF automatic.

Suspension: Gaz adjustable dampers with settings adjusted for sporting ride. HBE Anti-Roll bar.

Steering: Pirelli PZero tyres, 225-50-ZR17, on special Azev 17 inch 8.5J alloy rims. (Other wheels & tyres are optional).

Brakes: All braking system and safety-related components replaced or upgraded. Heavy duty Kevlar brake pads.

General: Bodywork refurbished, rebadged and rust proofed. Chromework renewed and kept original in style. Air Conditioning system renewed and charged with ozone friendly refrigerant. Mileage will be recorded as reset to zero upon completion.

ICE: Upgraded to CD, iPod & Bluetooth capability with optional Satellite Navigation. Speakers upgraded to modern high performance units.

Security: Thatcham grade 1, remote controlled system as standard. Tracker © locating system and unique KWE immobilier are optional.

Service: Every 7500 miles or 1 year to KWE specification.

Warranty: One year unlimited mileage parts and labour, return to base cover. This excludes damage arising from accidents, misuse or racing. The car must have been serviced to KWE specification and at correct intervals.

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Knowles-Wilkins Engineering Ltd reserve the right to alter these specifications without notice in order to make best use of available technology.

See also: KWE K6, KWE KR, KWE KS