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29 October 2012

The Roar of the F-TYPE


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Howletts Zoo vouchers


Howletts Zoo vouchers donated to Charity
The September Jaguar Allegiance prize of £100 Howletts Zoo vouchers was won by a Mr Trevor Gooding, He kindly has donated these to local Charity Demelza House.

Paul Milbery, Barretts Jaguar Ashford Service manager did the honours of handing over the vouchers to Keith from Demelza house who came in to collect them on Friday 26th October. 

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22 October 2012

JAGUAR F-TYPE AUSTRALIAN DEBUT


JAGUAR F-TYPE MAKES ITS AUSTRALIAN DEBUT

On Wednesday 17 October, Jaguar Australia previewed the F-TYPE at an exclusive event in Sydney ahead of the Australian International Motorshow.

Ruby Rose (Australian presenter and DJ) hosted a gathering of more than 200 VIPs at Simmer on the Bay. In her most exciting DJ gig to date she curated a stunning soundscape as the background to the F-TYPE's dramatic Australian debut, set on one of Sydney's iconic piers.

Ian Callum, Jaguar's Director of Design, revealed the F-TYPE to the crowd that gathered on the harbour, all eager to see the new two-seater sports car. "The F-TYPE is instantly recognisable as a Jaguar," said Ian. "It follows the ethos and design philosophy of exciting visual architecture, with beautiful lines and pure surfaces. What better place to preview the F-TYPE in Australia than against the iconic backdrop of the Sydney harbour."

After the Simmer on the Bay event, the F-TYPE continued its global reveal journey when it was presented to media at the Australian International Motorshow on the morning of 18 October. The Australian public will have their opportunity to view the F-TYPE up close from the 19-28 October on the Jaguar stand at the show.


F-TYPE: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

The new Jaguar F-TYPE represents a return to the company's heartland: a two-seater, convertible sports car focused on performance, agility and driver involvement. The F-TYPE is a continuation of a sporting bloodline that stretches back more than 75 years and encompasses some of the most beautiful, thrilling and desirable cars ever built.
  1. The F-TYPE is an all-new, two-seater, Jaguar sports car
  2. A front-engined, rear-wheel drive convertible, the F-TYPE is engineered to deliver pure dynamic driving reward and stunning performance
  3. Visually, the F-TYPE's exterior demonstrates a new sports car design language for Jaguar, with cleaner lines delivered through the discreet use of technology such as deployable spoiler and door handles
  4. The F-TYPE's interior features a driver-focused philosophy, with engaging controls encased in dramatic architecture. Unique technical grains tailor the trim materials, further differentiating the dual-cockpit cabin
  5. Three models will be available - F-TYPE, F-TYPE S and the F-TYPE V8 S. They are powered respectively by Jaguar's new 3.0-litre V6 supercharged petrol engine in 340PS and 380PS outputs and its 5.0-litre V8 supercharged petrol producing 495PS
  6. The range-topping F-TYPE V8S will reach 60mph in 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 186mph. The 380PS V6 F-TYPE S will reach 60mph in 4.8 seconds and 171mph, the equivalent figures for the F-TYPE are 5.1 seconds and 161mph
  7. All engines drive through an eight-speed 'Quickshift' transmission, a centrally mounted SportShift selector offering full manual sequential control, as do the steering wheel-mounted paddles
  8. Both the S models have a limited-slip differential - the V6's mechanical and the V8's electronic - to maximise traction and driver reward
  9. The S models also have an 'Active exhaust' system and an optional Configurable Dynamics programme. This allows the driver to tailor a number of the dynamic features to personal taste and includes lap timer and G-meter functionality
  10. The F-TYPE is constructed around the fourth generation of Jaguar's acclaimed lightweight aluminium architecture using industry-first technology
  11. Torsional and lateral stiffness have been prioritised to maximise handling agility. Around that rigid aluminium structure, every system - steering, brakes, powertrain - has been optimised for immediacy of response to driver inputs
  12. All-aluminium double wishbone front and rear suspension systems provide precise body control, with adaptive damping adding a further layer of dynamic capability
 

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19 October 2012

Jaguar XF Sportbrake at Barretts


New Jaguar XF Sportbrake comes to Barretts


A display of the new Jaguar XF Sportbrake was on display at the Barretts Canterbury Jaguar showroom on Tuesday. This preview gave customers the opportunity to get a feel for the car before its launch on the 19th November 2012.   

The Sportbrake fills a gap in the range for Jaguar, an estate car that offers a spacious load space, fuel economy and practicality alongside its luxurious interior and sports style.

To find out more about the new Jaguar XF Sportbrake or to pre book a test drive ready for its release on the 19th November please call one of our friendly sales team, details below:

Canterbury Jaguar – 01227 864400
Ashford Jaguar – 01233 506080

Related Article: JAGUAR XF SPORTBRAKE

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17 October 2012

F-TYPE "BEST OF SHOW"


LEADING US PUBLICATION AUTOWEEK AWARDS F-TYPE "BEST OF SHOW"

New Jaguar two seater sports car grabs global spotlight with its debut at 2012 Paris Motor Show
The all-new Jaguar F-TYPE two seater sports car was today awarded with the 2012 Autoweek Editors' Choice Award for Best in Show at the Paris motor show.

"Sleek, sexy and powerful, the F-TYPE becomes a new halo for Jaguar,"Autoweek'sDigital Editor Andrew Stoy said. "Put the top down, fire up the engine - especially the supercharged 5.0-liter V8 - and all suddenly becomes right with the world. It's a car to covet for anyone with a love of sports cars."

The new Jaguar F-TYPE represents a return to the company's heart: a two seater, convertible sports car focused on performance, agility and driver involvement. The F-TYPE is a continuation of a sporting bloodline that stretches back more than 75 years and encompasses some of the most beautiful, thrilling and desirable sports cars ever built.

"The all-new Jaguar F-TYPE, our first new two seater sports car in 50 years, is incredibly important as it returns Jaguar to the heart of the sports car market and creates a new emotional fulcrum for the entire brand," said Andy Goss, President Jaguar Land Rover North America. "We appreciate AutoWeek's recognition of the F-TYPE's design and performance credentials and its significance for our company, and car enthusiasts everywhere."

Powered respectively by 340hp and 380hp versions of Jaguar's new 3.0-liter V6 supercharged engine and a new derivative of its 5.0-liter V8 supercharged unit, each F-TYPE is engineered for pure dynamic driving reward and stunning performance. The F-TYPE will be available from Summer 2013 starting from £58,000.



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