6 litre XJC project
KWE have been commissioned to install a modern 6 litre V12, 4 speed electronic transmission and updated suspension to a 1976 Daimler coupé
Amongst our normal business of Upgrading and Re-manufacturing the XJS and Series 3 saloon, every now and again we get a commission for a very special project. 
This project is unique and will result in perhaps the most exciting Jaguar ever! A powerful and sophisticated engine and transmission in what most people regard as the most beautiful Jaguar saloon. The Owner is an electronics and systems expert and is designing state-of-the-art electronic control systems for this project car which will manage the engine, transmission, air conditioning and all other electrical and electronic functions. This system will eliminate most of the heavy wiring in the car and will allow full control of every function.
Phase 1 is for KWE to remove the old engine and replace it with a 6 litre unit from a 1994 XJS. This much more modern engine (see picture above) has digital mapped ignition, sophisticated fuel management and low emissions.
This phase also includes installing the XJS suspensions with outboard rear brakes, XJS steering coloumn and electrics, XJS seats and a host of other electrics and electronics. The transmission is the electronically controlled GM4L80E 4 speed automatic with lock-up. This has required some significant body modifications, but the aim is to keep the exterior of the car looking fairly standard.
Phase 2 is where the Owner installs the new electronic systems.
Phase 3 is the return of the car to KWE for a complete strip and respray in British Racing Green, interior retrim, and doubtless a raft of other equipment.
Update September 2009.
The 6 litre engine and 4 speed autobox have been fitted and connected with a shortened propshaft. After some recession-induced delays, the car is now mobile with the power train fully functional. The new transmission controller is installed and working. New fuel tanks have been fitted. On the road the car is blindingly fast largely due to the much better power to weight ratio compared to either the donor XJS or the original XJC.
This project is unique and will result in perhaps the most exciting Jaguar ever! A powerful and sophisticated engine and transmission in what most people regard as the most beautiful Jaguar saloon. The Owner is an electronics and systems expert and is designing state-of-the-art electronic control systems for this project car which will manage the engine, transmission, air conditioning and all other electrical and electronic functions. This system will eliminate most of the heavy wiring in the car and will allow full control of every function.Phase 1 is for KWE to remove the old engine and replace it with a 6 litre unit from a 1994 XJS. This much more modern engine (see picture above) has digital mapped ignition, sophisticated fuel management and low emissions.
This phase also includes installing the XJS suspensions with outboard rear brakes, XJS steering coloumn and electrics, XJS seats and a host of other electrics and electronics. The transmission is the electronically controlled GM4L80E 4 speed automatic with lock-up. This has required some significant body modifications, but the aim is to keep the exterior of the car looking fairly standard.Phase 2 is where the Owner installs the new electronic systems.
Phase 3 is the return of the car to KWE for a complete strip and respray in British Racing Green, interior retrim, and doubtless a raft of other equipment.
Update September 2009.
The 6 litre engine and 4 speed autobox have been fitted and connected with a shortened propshaft. After some recession-induced delays, the car is now mobile with the power train fully functional. The new transmission controller is installed and working. New fuel tanks have been fitted. On the road the car is blindingly fast largely due to the much better power to weight ratio compared to either the donor XJS or the original XJC.