New Delhi, December 2019– Jaguar has channelled the
timeless design of its legendary Mark 2 saloon for a new range of clothes and
accessories – perfect for Christmas.
The lifestyle collection celebrates the famous
model’s 60th anniversary with the exceptional attention to detail Jaguar cars
have always been renowned for.
A choice of three heritage art prints capture the spirit of the original sports saloon, while a set of four espresso cups feature graphics inspired by the Mark 2’s distinctive twin headlamps.
The Mark 2's role in popular culture is celebrated
on a T-shirt with the ‘Ultimate Getaway Car’ printed on the back. Available in
three colours, it also has an instantly recognisable graphic of the car's
shape. A zip-up cotton jacket features the same stylised image on the inner
lining while a cap showcases a second design.
Joe Sinclair, Jaguar Land Rover Director of Branded Goods and Licensing, said: “We wanted to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the legendary Mark 2 in a way that allowed enthusiasts to show their admiration for the car. It’s such an iconic vehicle that this collection will appeal to anyone interested in enduring design and classic vehicles. They are perfect Christmas gifts.”
The
Jaguar Mark 2 was launched in 1959 at the Earls Court Motor Show, London, and
became an overnight sensation, embodying all three attributes from William
Lyons’ famous advertising slogan: Grace, space and pace. It was available with
a choice of powerful XK-derived six-cylinder engines, including the
top-of-the-range 3.8 l that delivered 164 kW (223 PS) and a top speed of 201
km/h (125mph).
Along
with its reputation for its exceptional on-road performance, the Mark 2 was
also part of Jaguar’s motorsport success story, with Roy Salvadori and Graham
Hill among the greats to drive it to victory in saloon car races.