Mark of a Gentleman
The year 1967 was a period of change around the world, and one of major transition for Jaguar’s sedan lineup. Preparing to launch the 1968 XJ6 — that single automobile would replace the compact Mk 2, midsize S-type, and large Mk X — the Coventry automaker would shuffle the names and engines of its four-door trio that year. The model on these pages wasn’t sold here new, but proved itself as adaptable and endearing to America as every Jaguar sport sedan.
Prospective buyers visiting U.S. Jaguar showrooms in 1967 may have received a surprisingly pleasant sticker-shock, thanks to the lower price asked for the Mk 2. This car’s $4,490 MSRP was a substantial $782 less than what was charged in 1966, the reason traced to less luxury content and a smaller-displacement, 3.4-liter version of the
