Possibly the rarest Jaguar, the XJ13 was designed to win the 24-hour race at Le Mans. Powered by a 12-cylinder, dual overhead cam engine, mounted in the rear, with modern brakes and a heightened awareness of aerodynamics, it was well-prepared for an assault at LeSarthe. Penned by renowned aerodynamicist Malcom Sayer (who was also responsible for the Jaguar C-Type, the D-Type and the iconic E-Type), the XJ13 was the product of extensive experience with the design and manufacturing of aircraft during and after the war. With a then little-known David Hobbs driving, the prototype set an unofficial UK closed circuit lap record that stood for 32 years.
"The finest Jaguar that never was." – Andrew Frankel
But with another driver, and worn tires, that only prototype crashed heavily at the MIRA test track in early 1971, and was virtually destroyed. Transported back to the Jaguar factory, it sat, unloved, and forgotten, for years.
The original prototype was eventually restored, but never raced. It is valued at over $7 million.
Now, however, the incredible lines, superb handling and DOHC V12 power can be obtained on a journeyman's salary, with the XJ13 from RCR.
Updated with a fiberglass body (that can be obtained with "rivets" to make it look the original aluminum body), and riding on the signature RCR all-aluminum monocoque chassis and billet suspension with modern brakes, the XJ13 can even be fitted with a Jaguar V12 engine for the ultimate in originality.
Like all RCR cars, it can be ordered in any standard gelcoat color, and is available with several different wheel patterns. XJ13 cars in progress at the RCR Factory.
If you crave the vintage look- and sound- of a Jaguar XJ13 check out the details below and call to order. The icons have the following meaning:
| Description | Standard | Deluxe | Deluxe Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | |||
| Aluminum Monocoque Chassis Unit | |||
| Billet Aluminum Rear Chassis Brace | |||
| Engine Mounts Suitable for Jaguar V12 | |||
| Aluminum Front and Rear Subframes | |||
| Left or Right-Hand Drive | |||
| DOM Street-Spec. Roll Hoop | |||
| Suspension | |||
| Billet Aluminum Front and Rear Suspension Uprights | |||
| Billet Aluminum Front Upper and Lower Control Arms | |||
| Billet Aluminum Lower Rear Control Arms | |||
| DOM Tubular Rear Suspension Radius Rod Links | |||
| Performance Tie Rods and Balljoints | |||
| QA1/Carrera Custom Aluminum Anodized Coilover Shocks | |||
| QA1 Double Adjustable Shocks - 18 Compression & 18 Rebound Adjustments (more info) | |||
| Set Coilover Springs | |||
| Set Performance Wheel Bearings | |||
| Steering | |||
| Custom Rack and Pinion Steering Unit | |||
| Collapsible Steering Column (D-Style) | |||
| Sealed Bearing Universal Joint | |||
| Splined Quick-Release Steering Wheel Adapter | |||
| Vintage-Style Steering Wheel | |||
| Brakes | |||
| Six-Piston Front Brake Calipers | |||
| Four-Piston Rear Brake Calipers | |||
| 11.75" x 1.25" Vented Rotors | |||
| Custom Aluminum Rotor Hats | |||
| Parking/Hand Brake Assembly with Calipers | |||
| Stainless Steel Hard Brake Line System Complete with Brake Light Switch | |||
| Braided Flex Brake Lines/Hoses (Connects Calipers to Hard Lines) | |||
| Pedal Assembly | |||
| Triple Pedal Assembly Including Twin Master Cylinders for Brake System | |||
| Clutch Master Cylinder | |||
| Wheels | |||
| Halibrand Pin-Drive Wheels 15" x 8" Front, 15" x 10" Rear (more info) | |||
| BRM Pin-Drive Wheels 15" x 8" Front, 15" x 10" Rear (more info) | |||
| Halibrand Pin-Drive Wheels 17" x 8" Front, 17" x 10" Rear (more info) | |||
| Custom Three-Piece Billet XJ13-Style Wheels (more info) | |||
| Tri-Wing Spinner and Adapter Package (Mounts 4 Pin-Drive Wheels) (more info) | |||
| Body | |||
| Nose, Tail, Cockpit, Doors, Bonnet and Trunk | |||
| Stainless Steel Body Alignment Pins | |||
| Rocker Panels | |||
| DOT Glass Windshield | |||
| Polycarbonate Headlight Covers | |||
| Polycarbonate Side and Rear Windows | |||
| Pair Stainless Steel Door Handles | |||
| Pair Bear Claw Door Latches | |||
| Fuel Filler Cap | |||
| Exterior Bullet-Style Chrome Mirrors | |||
| Lighting | |||
| Pair Front High Beam Headlight | |||
| Pair Front Marker Lights | |||
| Pair Rear Tailights | |||
| Pair License Plate Marker Lights | |||
| Electrical | |||
| Color Coded and Labeled Wiring Harness with Integral Fuse Box and Relays, 12 Circuits | |||
| Wiper Motor Assembly | |||
| Gauges | |||
| 200 MPH GPS-Based Speedometer (more info) | |||
| 8,000 RPM Tachometer and Sender (more info) | |||
| Fuel Level Gauge and Sender (more info) | |||
| Voltmeter (more info) | |||
| Oil Pressure and Sender (more info) | |||
| Coolant Temperature and Sender (more info) | |||
| Cooling and Fuel | |||
| Custom Aluminum Radiator 600HP Capable | |||
| Pair Electric Cooling Fans | |||
| Pair Coolant Tubes | |||
| Aluminum Fuel Tank | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Cable-operated shifter and cables, with fittings | |||
| Drive Axles and CV Joints | |||
| Transaxle (Many Options, Call for Details) (more info) | |||
| Interior | |||
| Pair of Aluminum Period-Style Seat Shells | |||
| Dash Panel | |||
| Integrated Heater and AC System | |||
| Exhaust | |||
| Exhaust System | |||
| Support | |||
| Support Line Contact Info | |||
| Pricing (Prices and Specifications Subject to Change Without Notice) | $37,000 | $51,000 | $60,000 |
Drive: Left-hand and right-hand drive
Overall Length: 189"
Width: 71"
Height: 39"
Wheelbase: 95"
Weight: 2,400 lbs
Weight Distribution: 45% front, 55% rear (typical, depends on drivetrain and other choices)
Ground Clearance: 4-5", depending on setup
Drivetrain Configuration: Mid engine
Fuel Tank Capacity: TBD gallons total
Suspension: Similar to original, but CNC billet aluminum uprights, control arms and braces
Chassis Construction: All-aluminum monocoque chassis, consisting of sheet and billet parts, completely TIG-welded
Body Construction: Hand-laid fiberglass body