Jaguar XF Clay Model gets the Axe…Literally

All automakers create real-life size clay models of their upcoming production and concept models. Most of the times, once they have served their purpose, these prototypes are destroyed under secrecy.

In a eureka moment, Jaguar decided to make something out of the destruction of one of its older XF clay models by filming the designers and sculptors going primitively wild on the prototype and sharing the video with us.

Head past the break to take a look at it.

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Rice-Racer Inspired Tuned Jaguar XF by Galpin

We’re not supporting that the 2008 XF is the most beautiful or sleek car in its category, but if anything else, the new mid-size Jag’s looks are totally acceptable. That is if you don’t opt for Galpin’s tuning proposition that turns the XF into a race-ricer inspired joke of a luxury car. And to imagine that Galpin is actually the largest Jaguar dealer in the States!

Galpin gave the XF a crude two-tone, black and red paint job combined with color matching 22-inch alloy rims, smoked tail-lamps, tinted glass and a matching two-tone colour scheme for the leather interior. A piece of advice to the fellas at Galpin; just stick to selling and servicing Jags and leave the tuning for someone with a bit of taste… -More pics after the jump

Via: Autoblog.nl

Jaguar’s First 2008 XF Sedan Rolls Off Production Line

Today (Nov. 26, 2007), the first Jaguar XF rolled off the production line at the company's Castle Bromwich plant. The XF, which is available to order now, will go on sale on both sides of the Atlantic on March 1 (see U.S. price list here). The first production car, a Vapour Grey 4.2 litre SV8 was donated to the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust collection and will go on display alongside historic Jaguar vehicles ranging from the oldest surviving Daimler, the 1897 Grafton Phaeton to a 1974 E-Type – the last ever built. -Continued after the jump

Jaguar hosted a small ceremony to celebrate the event were more than 500 employees from the plant gathered to watch Sir William Lyons' grandson, Michael Quinn, drive the car off the end of the Trim and Final production line. He said: "My Grandfather would have been immensely proud today. The new XF is a car that truly represents the core values which have lain at the heart of this great brand since its foundation in 1922 and I am thrilled to have been asked here today to witness this historic event from the best seat in the house!"

LA Show: Jaguar USA Announces 2009 XF Prices Start At $49,975

Making its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the all-new 2009 XF (image gallery here) will go on sale in the U.S. on March 1, 2008 at an MSRP under $50,000 with a standard V8 engine. More specifically, the base Luxury model that’s equipped with a 300 Hp 4.2L V8 will be priced starting at $49,975. The V8 Premium Luxury XF will have a base MSRP of $55,975 while the Supercharged XF with its 420 Hp V8 engine will retail for $62,975 MSRP. -Continued after the jump

NEW JAGUAR XF KEY POINTS –

• Three trim levels will be offered in the U.S. market – Luxury, Premium Luxury and the 420hp Supercharged model.
• The XF is a four door Jaguar that combines the style and performance of a sports car with the refinement, space and sophistication of a luxury sedan.
• Class-leading torsional stiffness delivers refinement and dynamic performance – underpinning the driver-focused yet remarkably comfortable driving experience.
• The XF will be available at launch in the U.S. with two different engines – 4.2-liter naturally-aspirated V8 and 4.2-liter supercharged V8 – all featuring Jaguar's proven six-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddles as standard in the XK sports car.
• With its dramatic styling, powerful yet beautiful lines and a distinctive face, the XF is the first sedan to exemplify Jaguar's new design language.
• Using only the finest materials, which are applied in a very contemporary way, the XF's interior is crafted to create a truly warm and bespoke environment
• Challenging convention, the XF offers sophisticated instrumentation and intuitive technologies. Upon entry, the start button pulses, like a heartbeat. Start the engine and the JaguarDrive SelectorTM rises into the palm of the hand, while rotating vents turn from their flush, 'parked' position to their functional open position.
• The coupe-like lines of the XF (which are similar to the XK's) belie the amount of space inside: there is room for five adults in comfort, generous interior stowage and a trunk capacity of 17.7 cu. ft., plus the opportunity to fold down the rear seats and add a further 14.8 cu. ft.
• Key driver aids on the XF include Electronic Brake Assist, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Anti-lock Braking System, Dynamic Stability Control, Cornering Brake Control and Engine Drag Torque Control. And, for the first time in a Jaguar, Understeer Control Logic which decelerates the car and helps to restore grip to the front wheels when required.
• Jaguar-exclusive Bowers & Wilkins 440-watt Surround Sound System is available on all three trim levels.
• The first cars will be delivered to U.S. customers in March 2008.

2008 Jaguar XF Video: Driving & Interviews

Sometimes, seeing a car “live” in video may change you’re perspective about its design. That’s definitely not the case with Jag’s new mid-size saloon; on the contrary, we liked the 2008 XF even more. Of course, some may support that they’re hugely disappointed as they were expecting more of a C-XF than a… XF but you can have everybody happy. Check out the video and tell us what you think. Did it change your opinion in any way?

Jaguar To Auction First XF On September 7 For Charity

In a week’s time, on Friday Sep. 7, Jaguar will proceed to the auction of the first customer-owned production XF for charity reasons with all earnings being donated to The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC). The auction of the XF 2.7 Diesel will take place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry, UK with help from new opera singing trio Elysium.

The lucky chap will not only have the satisfaction of helping the children’s organization break the £2 million mark ($4 million) and taking delivery of the first production XF in spring '08, but he will also choose the color options for the car with advice from Jag's head of design, Ian Callum. Additionally, the owner will be able to visit the Castle Bromwich factory in Birmingham to see his XF being built. Unfortunately Jag didn't specify whether the 3 females in the pic are part of the prize. -Release after the jump

JAGUAR DONATES XF TO CHILDREN’S CHARITY – THE NSPCC

Details of Jaguar’s new XF were released only a week ago, but on Friday 7th September someone will ensure pride of place at the front of the queue for Jaguar’s stunning new sports saloon.

Jaguar Cars has donated what will be the first customer-owned full-production XF to children’s charity, the NSPCC. They will auction the car at a star-studded Masquerade Ball taking place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry with help from new opera singing trio Elysium.

Geoff Cousins, Managing Director, Jaguar UK, says: “Jaguar is proud of its long association with the NSPCC and has worked tirelessly to raise money and awareness of the wonderful work they do to help children all around the UK. In donating the world’s first customer delivered Jaguar XF, we aim to raise a great deal of money to ensure the NSPCC end cruelty to children.”

The new Jaguar XF will make its public debut at the Frankfurt motor show on 11th September – four days after one determined bidder will have secured their very own XF. Fusing the style and performance of a sports car with the refinement, space and sophistication of a luxury saloon, the new XF delivers a driving experience that exceeds the expectations created by its dramatic looks.

Geoff continued: “XF is an incredibly important car for Jaguar and we have already had a great deal of interest with customers placing deposits without even seeing a picture of the car. Whoever wins the bidding will head straight to the top of a growing list and I can promise they will not be disappointed when they finally get behind the wheel.”

Not only will the highest bidder be the first to take delivery of the car – a Luxury 2.7 Diesel – in spring of 2008, they will also be able to choose their colour options with advice from Jaguar’s Director of Design, Ian Callum. The new owner will also be able to visit the Castle Bromwich factory in Birmingham to see their car being built.

Jaguar has chaired the NSPCC Business Group in Coventry since its launch as the NSPCC Coventry Kids Committee in 1994 and to date they have raised over £1.75 million. This year Jaguar has joined forces with Ian Neale Construction Group as headline sponsors of the 2007 NSPCC Ball, which they hope will help the organisation break the £2 million mark.

This year, for the first time, interested parties will be able to bid on the telephone during the auction. Anyone wishing to place a bid for this, and the many other great prizes on offer should contact Jaguar’s Community Affairs Manager, Les Ratcliffe, on 01926 649899/ 07711 853103.

The new Jaguar XF will cost from £33,900 in the UK. Buyers of Jaguar’s new mid-size premium saloon will also enjoy class-leading residual values* in addition to owning a very well-equipped vehicle with a driving experience that matches the excitement of Jaguar’s bold new design language. With a top speed of 143 mph, the XF 2.7-litre diesel can reach 0-60 in 7.7 seconds and has a combined CO2 of 199 g/km, meaning it falls within UK Tax Band ‘F’. At this level it would not be subject to the proposed high level London congestion charges.

Jaguar XF Prototypes: The Ones That Never Made It

Many might think that the process for developing a car design is pretty straightforward; meaning you present a concept then you transform it into a production car having in mind that it'll be used in real life, by real people. Truth is however, a production car’s final design is a much more complicated process even before we ever see a concept. And in the case of the all-new 2008 XF, there were plenty of proposals from Jag’s design team headed by Ian Callum. As you can see in the sketches and pictures that Autocar obtained after the jump, many of those proposals were quite conservative. Heck, some prototypes look more like an evolution of the current S-Type than a brand new car. -Check out all the images after the jump

Via: Autocar