Check out our customer Warren's 1964 Jaguar MK2. Warren is no stranger to the pro touring muscle car scene, as he already owns five Schwartz Performance builds. Warren had seen several restored MK2 Jaguars online, which piqued his desire to add one to the fleet. He wanted to not only restore the vehicle, but upgrade the suspension, chassis, and powertrain, unlike any other Jaguars published online.

Knowing Schwartz's prior expereince, he knew he could rely on us to develop a British Restomod. In Mid 2022, Warren reached out to Jeff to discuss the project and the serach for a solid MK2 started. The car was obtained from an online auction in Nevada and shipped directly to Schwartz Performance. The engineering team desinged an entire custom G-Machine chassis, using our dual A-Arm IRS, Baer Brakes, and Ridetech Coilover shocks. For the powertrain we went with a LT1 and 8L90 transmission. 

While the car was structurally sound, we did need to replace all four door skins and do minor rust repair. Custom sheetmetal fabrication in the trunk area above the IRS housing and the transmission tunnel was required to fit the chassis and new 8-speed automatic. The engine compartment and core support was completely re-worked to gain room around the LT1 and add clearnace for the BeCool radiator. The rear wheel fender skirts were removed and custom fender openings were welded into the factory body. 

To tie the car together we went with Warren's standard color, Jet Black. The wheels are Dayton Wire Wheels with a knock-off hub. The oxblood red interior gives a nice contrast and gives a luxury feel Jaguar is known for. All of the seats were reupohlstered with high density foam and leather. The seating position was moved back to give the driver and passenger more legroom in this small car. 

The final result was a British Restomod powered by American Muscle that carves corners like a modern sportscar while retaining excelent ride quality and comfort. A well rounded elegant cruiser that is sure to impress the crowd. 

Frame & Suspension

• Custom Bolt-In Schwartz Performance G-Machine chassis with splined swaybars
• Quick ratio rack and pinion steering
• Ridetech single-adjustable coilover shocks
• Baer 13” Pro-Plus 6 Piston brakes front & 13" SS4 4 Piston brakes rear
• Independent Rear Suspension

Engine

• LT1 500 HP 525 lb-ft. TQ Wet Sump GM Crate Engine 
• Chevrolet Performance ECU / Wiring Harness
• Billet Specialties Tru Trac Front End Accessory Drive System
• Custom Cold Air Intake 
• Billet Valve Covers with Custom finned Valve Covers and Jaguar Emblem 
• Custom Cold Air Intake
• Complete Manifold Back Ceramic Coated Stainless Steel 2.5" Exhaust System

Drivetrain

• 8L90 Automatic Transmission 
• Custom steel driveshaft
• Schwartz Performance Dual A-Arm Independent Rear Suspension System with Currie F9 Fabricated Center Section and Billet Rear Spindles
• Currie nodular iron third member, 31 spline TrueTrac differential, 3.25 gear ratio

Wheels & Tires

• Dayton Wire Wheels with Knock Off Hubs
• 18X8 front wrapped in 255/35R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires
• 18X9 rear wrapped in 265/40R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires

Paint & Body

• Jet Black Paint
• Paint and body work by Schwartz Performance
• Custom rear fender skirts
• Custom tucked, narrowed, and shortened bumpers with lower spoiler
• Custom front inner fenders and core support

Interior:

• Dakota Digital Gauges
• Custom upholstered original seats with high density foam by Cassin Customizing
• Modified front seat brackets for additional driver and passenger legroom
• RetroSound Radio
• Custom console with matching wood grain 
• Original teloscoping column modified to add tilt
• American Autowire Wiring Harness 

Arrival

Chassis

Pre Assembly

Final Assembly 

Completed