Jaguar really designed an amazing looking car in the Mark X. Unfortunately its performance was never intended to match its looks. But someone corrected that with this Mark X by installing the complete powertrain from a 1996 Jaguar XJR-6. That means the fully independent suspension, high performance ABS brakes, four-speed automatic transmission and supercharged 4.0L inline-six with 322 horsepower and 378 ft-lbs of torque. The Aston Martin DB7 wheels really finishes off the upgrades.
Source: Hemmings (link no longer works)
i have a xjs, i love jags ,but this mk10 is the best one ive seen yet.must be tremendous with the xjr unit.never thought how well the aston wheels would look on a mk10.going to try to get one to restore.
Really amazing how it looks; I have a Mark-X in process of restoring. Could gime some advices of the XJR-6 engine fitting as well as the gear box and the rear diferential used? I apreciated very much. I would consider to fit this engine unit.
Also could you explain how the car rides with all these enhacements ?
Thanks LOT
Jose Martin
I have a Mk10 and would love to know how to go about this conversation
My car is in great shape inside and out but motor and box are shot
I really really love this car is very nice
Can we get a reply here about this engine swap ? Would be great to know some details how to go about this great project And many thanks for the pics of the beauty ! Ulf – Sweden