The Mark V debuted at the 1948 London Motor Show alongside the new XK120. The top-of-the-line 3.5-liter engine could propel the big Jaguar to 90 miles per hour. The interior boasted the extensive use of leather, wood veneers, and deep wool carpet.
Other innovations included hydraulic brakes, curved side glass, pressed steel wheels, a new chassis design and a full steel body. Improvements included the first production fully independent front suspension utilizing ball joints. The new Mark V carried the Jaguar range to new levels of refinement. While the new Mark V of 1950 followed the prewar styling cues, there was a significant level of innovation under the skin. The Model: Like most English car manufacturers following World War II, Jaguar picked up production using mostly pre-war designs. The Fulfillment of Jaguar’s Grace, Space and Pace Mantra.Decoded: 62=Mark V, Saloon, 8=Left Hand Drive, 017=Serial number (1950 production range)Įngine: 3.5L Overhead Valve, 125 bhp Straight-Six Engine
