1970 Lynx Jaguar XKSS
Chassis:
# 1R1 3937
Registration:
# NUB 303
Price:
£290,000
Duty:
UK
An Exceptional Jaguar Lynx D-Type – Built to XKSS Specification
Exquisite Jaguar Lynx Long Nose D Type, reimagined By D Type Developments to XJSS specification in 2020. Ready for the 2026 season for sports and touring uses.
1970 Lynx-built chassis, completed in 1979, reflecting period-correct construction methods trusted by Jaguar and leading collectors.
Originally configured as a long-nose D-Type before 2020 conversion to XKSS specification.
Competition history in the United States with documented upgrades, including 3.8-litre engine and larger brakes.
Independent rear suspension derived from E-Type platform improves road comfort and usability.
Finished in Sherwood Green with tan leather, mirroring the 2016 Jaguar’s own launch car; Chassis 17.
1970 Lynx-built chassis, completed in 1979, reflecting period-correct construction methods trusted by Jaguar and leading collectors.
Originally configured as a long-nose D-Type before later conversion to XKSS specification.
Competition use in the United States with documented upgrades including 3.8-litre engine and larger brakes.
Independent rear suspension derived from E-Type platform improves road comfort and usability.
Finished in Sherwood Green with tan leather, mirroring the 2016 Jaguar’s own launch car; Chassis 17.
Jaguar XKSS – A History in Context
The Jaguar XKSS occupies a unique position in the marque’s story. Conceived as a pragmatic solution following Jaguar’s withdrawal from racing after the 1956 season, it transformed unsold D-Type chassis into road-going cars by removing the fin and adding full-width windscreen, doors and weather equipment.
Only sixteen XKSS examples were completed before the Browns Lane fire ended production, securing their place among the most sought-after Jaguars ever built. Later official continuation cars, produced in 2016–17, reaffirmed the model’s importance but were produced in very limited numbers.
Jaguar XKSS – A History in Context
The Jaguar XKSS occupies a unique position in the marque’s story. Conceived as a pragmatic solution following Jaguar’s withdrawal from racing after the 1956 season, it transformed unsold D-Type chassis into road-going cars by removing the fin and adding full-width windscreen, doors and weather equipment.
Only sixteen XKSS examples were completed before the Browns Lane fire ended production, securing their place among the most sought-after Jaguars ever built. Later official continuation cars, produced in 2016–17, reaffirmed the model’s importance but were produced in very limited numbers.
Lynx and the Continuation Tradition
Founded in 1968 by Guy Black and Roger Ludgate, Lynx established itself as the foremost Jaguar continuation specialist. Renowned for toolroom accuracy and build quality, Lynx cars earned the trust of collectors and Jaguar itself, including work on the factory heritage fleet.
Long before Jaguar Classic revisited the XKSS, Lynx identified the demand for technically faithful recreations that respected the original design while offering dependable ownership.
Chassis History and Competition Use
Completed at the Lynx East Sussex factory in 1979, this chassis began life as a 1970 long-nose D-Type. Supplied new to a Scottish owner, it later returned to Lynx for bonnet repairs before export to the United States.
Based in Florida, the car enjoyed active competition use, during which it was upgraded with a 3.8-litre engine and larger brakes. Period photographs and factory correspondence remain with the car, documenting this chapter of its life.
The Ownership Appeal
Returning to the UK in 2020, the car was entrusted to Jerry Booen of D-Type Developments with a clear brief: to create a toolroom interpretation of the XKSS. The rebuild resulted in its current Sherwood Green and tan leather configuration, closely aligned with the 2016 Jaguar XKSS continuation cars.
Independent rear suspension enhances road manners without detracting from character. Offering layered history rather than a single narrative, this Lynx XKSS is well suited to road use, touring or collection.
For further details, viewing arrangements or worldwide sale and shipping, please contact Tom Hardman personally.
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