RE: Jaguar Mk2 by Ian Callum

[swisstoni]

Would have thought it could have been done cleaner, what with him being a designer and all.

[jamieduff1981]

Escort3500 said:

V1C said:

I love it, the fact he's designed for himself too, I really like the fact you can tell that this isn't the standard shape and look he'd design to appeal to a mass of potential customers but just gone for something that appeals to his personal taste.

We're in a minority here, but I think it looks great. Yes, the front spoiler treatment is a bit odd, but it's a good modern take on a classic saloon otherwise.

I like it too. It's interesting to see what a designer does for himself rather than to sell to as many people as possible.

It's individual.

[medieval]

I love the Mk 11 but this however is a gross parody in my humble opinion

[0a]

Clearly I'm in the minority as I really like that!

[Kolbenkopp]

Minority just got bigger. Few details I don't like (yes, the air intakes -- and perhaps a tad more ride height).

But that's besides the point. IMVHO it looks great, and the biggest compliment you can make to the original. Bit of well judged cleaning up of the Mk2 shape, few technical updates. Bang you have a very pretty car that does not look out of place in 2014 and certainly drives really well.

If I had the funds, I would love to do something similar. Perhaps starting from an AC Aceca or a SAAB 99.

[Tahiti]

It's mainly a thumbs up from me too. I'd drive it.

[Cerbman]

VladD said:

Can't understand the hate myself, but then I own an S-Type.

Looks to me like he's gone for a halfway house between original and S-Type R.

I thought the same as you. BTW, I like the MK2 and the STR.

[carinaman]

Fire99 said:

I think this minus the mirrors but perhaps adding Ian Callum's wheels and slightly lowered suspension, would be perfect.

Ian Callum's looks out of sorts with its integrated bumpers and OTT vents in the front wings..

I didn't notice the mirrors until you mentioned them, but you're right.

[BHC]

I think it looks crap.

And why did his mate have so many dads?

[SuperHangOn]

When it comes to classics, I would fit some sensible bits and bobs to make it useable and reliable (e.g. updated cooling system and brakes) and leave it there. Mess with it too much and you lose the beauty and character, totally defeating the object. Whatever you do, it will never perform like a modern car.

That thing has pretty much become a kit car.

[bobberz]

Good on him for designing something for himself. If he likes it, that's all that matters.

However, it occurs to me that a better MkII with more modern performance already exists, and has for decades:



Taking out that lardy lump of iron and replacing it with a better, lighter, more compact engine was the best thing that ever happened to the MkII.

One can only imagine how good the E-type would've been with that engine!

[alpha channel]

Just doesn't look quite right to me, not entirely sure what but there's something about the wheels/tyres/possibly lowered suspension that's bugging me.

[DRodgers]

Geoff Lawson designed the S type not Callum

[DRodgers]

Geoff Lawson designed the S type not Callum

[swisstoni]

alpha channel said:

Just doesn't look quite right to me, not entirely sure what but there's something about the wheels/tyres/possibly lowered suspension that's bugging me.

I think they have widened the track, or at least the wheel offset too much. It looks awkward.

[Bodo]

NXXN said:

I would have gone with a smaller Mk.1 style grill and split bumpers like an XK.

Your wish has been granted.

[DeolTheBeast]

Bodo said:

NXXN said:

I would have gone with a smaller Mk.1 style grill and split bumpers like an XK.

Your wish has been granted.

My eyes.

[richard300]

I get the idea of having a classic car with modern mechanics and equipment - But i think the concept works best when the car looks as original as possible.

This is just about perfection, in my eyes......

http://www.jdclassics.co.uk/showrooms/Jaguar-Mk11-...

[coppice]

bobberz said:

Good on him for designing something for himself. If he likes it, that's all that matters.

However, it occurs to me that a better MkII with more modern performance already exists, and has for decades:



Taking out that lardy lump of iron and replacing it with a better, lighter, more compact engine was the best thing that ever happened to the MkII.

One can only imagine how good the E-type would've been with that engine!

Err..not very well I imagine. 2.5litre V8 developing 140 bhp where a 4.2litre 6 developing 265bhp (allegedly)lived. The V8 was a lovely engine though- drove a friend's DArt with the V8 and sounded lovely .

But ..I bet you meant to refer to the Majestic Major V8 perhaps? 4.5 litre and 220ish bhp ?

[MikeO996]

So is it a one off?
If so why invite the "VIP Jaguar" owners and the press?
Write up pretty unclear whether this is a personal vanity project or testing the water for something more.