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Jaguar Mark 2 by Callum
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Ian Callum's new Mark 2
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5th September, 2014
A unique Jaguar Mark 2 redesigned by Ian Callum, Director of Design at
Jaguar Cars, and reengineered by well known British restorers Classic Motor Cars Limited (CMC) was unveiled at the
opening of the company’s new headquarters in Bridgnorth, Shropshire.
The building was officially opened by motorcycle and Formula One Grand Prix world champion JohnSurtees OBE and the car
was unveiled by Jaguar’s legendary test driver Norman Dewis.
CMC’s new building complex is one of the biggest of its kind in the UK. Fitted out to the highest standards and with
new paint and trim shops, it provides some 40,000 square feet of production space, allowing CMC to cover every aspect of
a car’s restoration in-house, except for chrome plating. Another 24,000 square feet is provided for classic car
storage.
This exciting 18 month joint project between Ian Callum and CMC has endeavoured to retain the integrity of the
original Mark 2, whilst making it even more exciting in shape and performance.
Ian Callum said: “This is a very personal statement. A long held notion that, although the Mark 2 has always been a
beautiful car, it could be even more exciting in shape and performance. Whilst maintaining the purity of the car’s form,
I wanted to add a number of modern twists to the design. Simplification and clarity was my objective.”
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The car has been redesigned by Ian for his own personal use and, working with CMC's engineers, it now boasts a huge
number of aesthetic and technical modifications that make this a practical, reliable, enjoyable and exciting everyday
vehicle.
Featuring a modified and uprated 4.3 litre XK engine, 5-speed manual gearbox, unique independent rear suspension and
upgraded front brakes, the Mark 2 by Callum provides an intuitive driving experience.
Commenting on the specifications, Ian said: “The stance of the Mark 2 is already excellent, but I wished to make it
even better. The car’s form is now 30mm lower and sits on 17” split rim spoke wheels. The bumpers are now part of the
overall form. It is a fine balance of extracting and adding.”
“I have always loved traditional louvres as seen on many older race cars. Four louvres appear on the side of the
car to add to that sense of power and ‘something different’. Of course they had to work, so they have been designed in a
low-pressure area for a better internal airflow from the modified engine.”
The suspension has been designed and reengineered by CMC. The front incorporates a bespoke power assisted rack,
uprated coil springs, roll bar and wishbone bushes, adjustable dampers and solid subframe mountings, repositioned to
improve anti-dive characteristics. The unique independent rear suspension now includes uprated coil springs, blade
control wishbones, outboard disc brakes, an anti-roll bar and adjustable dampers.
The car has been fitted with Clarion’s NZ502E single DIN multimedia station, a high technology in car entertainment
system with a 16cm flip-out touch screen, amongst other features, and component loudspeakers in specially-designed
housings. The cabling has been provided by VDC Trading, as used in recording and mastering studios.
Peter Neumark, Chairman of CMC, said: “The wide-ranging list of modifications in the Mark 2 shows just how much
design and engineering development has gone into this venture from the original car. To be chosen by Ian Callum to work
with him on his project is a testament to the skills and passion that exist within our business, and is something that
CMC are immensely proud of.”
Ian said: “Every time I go to CMC it excites me to see so many wonderful machines being worked on with passion. I
always leave feeling a much happier person.”
John Surtees OBE said: “I have long admired the designs of Ian Callum, to be present at the unveiling of Ian’s
personally redesigned and updated Jaguar Mark 2 is a privilege, and I am honoured to be officially opening the premises
that have made this extraordinary project possible.”
Norman Dewis said: “I have been associated with Jaguar for more than 60 years and was their Chief Development Test
Engineer for 33 years. I have always been excited to work with them and over the years I have come to know and respect
the work that CMC have carried out restoring Jaguar’s heritage.”
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Mark 2 by Callum is something special and I was delighted when I was asked to unveil the car. It is something that
both Ian Callum and CMC should be very proud of.”
CMC and Ian Callum would like to thank Clarion, Royal Air Force Museum Cosford, Severn Valley Railway and VDC
Trading.
And there's more ....
Classic Motor Cars Limited (CMC) have announced that they will be producing a limited edition run of the cars.
Peter Neumark, Chairman of CMC said “We asked Ian Callum if we could produce a limited run and he has said
‘yes.’”
Ian Callum said: “I redesigned the car and CMC rebuilt it and reengineered it for my personal use. I wasn’t sure
how it would be received but I have been both astounded and delighted with the response. I am pleased that a few more
cars are going to be built.”
The cars will cost between £350,000 and £375,000 (GBP) and buyers will have the opportunity to choose the colours that
they prefer.
E&OE.
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