Rare Targa Florio and Le Mans Winning Porsche 906 up for Sale

An extremely rare 1966 Porsche 906 or as it was also known, the Carrera 6 which took part in the Targa Florio and won its class at the Le Man 24-hour endurance race of the period, will be the highlight at the COYS auction that takes place on Saturday 23rd May at the UK's Brands Hatch motor racing circuit. The organizers of the auction expect that the Carrera 6 will fetch up to £400,000 or around US$605,000.

More than 50 cars and 100 items of memorabilia will go under the hummer at the auction, with highlights including a 1966 Lola T70 Spyder MkII Ex-John Mecom/Jim Hall, estimated at £225,000 - £250,000 ($340k-$380k), a 1957 AC Aceca, estimated at £40,000 - £50,000 ($60k-$75k), a 1988 Porsche Kremer 962, estimated at £325,000 - £375,000 ($490k-$570k), and a 1992 Jaguar XJ220 estimated at £110,000 - £130,000 ($165k-$200k).

Jaguar and Land Rover to Enter Indian Market for the First Time

Tata's newly formed "Jaguar Land Rover" premiere car group has announced that it will enter the Indian market for the first time later this year. The Jaguar and Land Rover models will be distributed in the country by the British group's owner, India's Tata Motors Limited with the first showroom scheduled to be open at Ceejay House in Worli, Mumbai, in June this year. The group's initial portfolio will include the Jaguar XF and XK, and the Land Rover Discovery and Range Rover models.

"We are delighted to be formally entering the Indian market, an economy which is still growing appreciably, and able to offer our premium products to a whole new group of customers," said David Smith, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover. "It is an important strategic move for Jaguar Land Rover and will enable us to realize our competitive potential in this significant market."

2010 Jaguar XJ: Official Teaser Photos

At its Shanghai Auto Show press conference today, Jaguar revealed the first teaser shots along with a brief video and initial details on its all-new XJ luxury sedan ahead of the car's official debut that is planned for July 9, 2009. The British firm said that the its new Mercedes-Benz S-Class rival will be offered with a choice of standard- or long wheelbase models that can be equipped with all of Jaguar's new Gen III petrol and diesel engines, including the 3.0-liter V6 diesel with 240 and 275HP and the 5.0-liter supercharged V8 that produces 510HP.

Speaking at Auto Shanghai 2009, Jaguar Cars Managing Director, Mike O'Driscoll confirmed that the all-new XJ will be the first car to feature the next-generation of the British automaker's aerospace-inspired, aluminum body architecture that should help reduce the car's weight.

O'Driscoll also claimed that the 2010 XJ "will introduce the highest standards of personal luxury and specification, including a panoramic glass roof."

Depending on market, the British firm's flagship sedan model will be in Jaguar dealerships from the end of this year.

30 Stunning Classic Jaguar Desktop Wallpapers

This lad has always had a soft spot for classic Jags, be they thoroughbred sportscars like the XJ220 and C-Type or luxury saloons such as the 1960s S-Type and the XJ6. Sure they weren't the best driving cars in the world neither the most reliable, but you have to admit that all classic Jaguars had character and above all, timeless style. Follow the jump and take a ride with us to the past with our photographic tribute to the famous British automaker.

Arden Releases new Front-End Conversion Set for Jaguar XF

Since the usage of daytime running lights is statutory in many countries, Jaguar and Land Rover tuning specialist Arden decided to develop a new option for the XF sports sedan. Priced at €995 (+tax), the LED daytime running light set are fitted on the original front of the XF and in particular, they are incorporated on the decorative bars of the brake air vents. The LEDs can be complemented by Arden's new stainless steel radiator and front grille set (€1,190 +tax) and a Jaguar bonnet mascot (€235 +tax).

2011 Jaguar XFR-S Rendered for your Delight

At last year's 2008 Geneva Motor Show, Jaguar revealed a limited production version of the XKR called the XKR-S that featured subtle chassis alterations and a series of visual enhancements. While the British firm has not announced any plans for the introduction of a similar version of the new XFR sport saloon that was unveiled at the Detroit Show earlier this month, chances are that Jaguar will most likely give the green light (if it hasn't already) for the development of the XFR-S.

With this in mind, the crew over at Jaguarmania came up with a series of renderings depicting the XFR-S. In their opinion, the 'S' model will gain a set of unique 20-inch alloy wheels, different side sills and a new rear-diffuser incorporating larger tailpipes. We're guessing that if Jaguar goes ahead with the XFR-S, it will most likely get an even more aggressive look with a new front spoiler, blacked-out chrome effects, a larger wing and a lowered suspension.

Source: Jaguarmania - Grazie Giancarlo!