Jaguar XK120: The Remarkable History of JWK 651 by Chas Parker, Philip Porter (H

Name: Jaguar XK120: The Remarkable History of JWK 651 by Chas Parker, Philip Porter (H
Brand: Porter Press International

Porter Press International

This book tells the story of one of the six alloy-bodied XK 120s that were prepared by Jaguar in 1950 for racing and rallying.\n This one, known as JWK 651 because of the registration number, was owned by Leslie Johnson and raced by him in some of the most prestigious events of the time, including the Le Mans 24 Hours, the Mille Miglia (twice) and the Tourist Trophy at Dundrod.\n Beyond that, Johnson and up-and-coming racing driver Stirling Moss visited the speed bowl at Montlhery for a record-breaking attempt, and Johnson also took part in the RAC Rally.\n In 1950, the car lay in second place in the Le Mans 24 Hours after 15 hours and was gaining on the leaders when the clutch failed.\n Besides this diverse and distinguished period competition career, the book tells the story of the later\n\nJaguar XK 120\nThe Remarkable History of JWK 651\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note: the ;