The body is carefully inspected for rust and damage with especial attention to the underside and suspension.The engine is assessed visually, aurally and on the road. Suspension, brakes & steering are assessed for wear, safety and performance. All electrical and hydraulic systems are checked for condition and operation – from engine to courtesy lights. A 2 to 4 page report is then written describing the car’s condition and we make costed recommendations on various levels of repair or improvement from which the client can choose according to budget. You are welcome to wait while the Assessment is carried out or we can drop you off at a local pub for lunch. Our customer room has free WiFi and we will provide refreshments – and plenty of magazines! Complete Jaguar Health Check Get in touch to find out more and book your classic in for one of our expert Jaguar condition assessments. Our fees for Condition Assessments are: £500 + VAT On-site at our premises near Newbury, Berkshire. The above fee will be refunded if a sufficient level of work is ordered from KWE. We can also arrange to have your car transported [...]

At last you can now enjoy the timeless elegance of the Jaguar 40 hole “Pepperpot” alloy wheel brought up to date and available in 16 inch or 17 inch diameter, 7.5 inches in width.

There are big benefits to be had in fitting larger wheels with lower profile tyres to the XJS and Series XJ saloon.

The original tyres are 70 profile which is very tall by today’s standards. Our wheels allow fitment of a range of profiles from 60 to 45 while keeping the diameter the same within a few percent. These lower profile tyres add much needed lateral stability to the car without significantly reducing ride comfort. Another major benefit is that a much wider range of modern tyres can now be fitted including Pirelli P6000, Falken ZE912, Yokohama AVS, Contisport M3 and [...]

Along with our restoration and fitment services we are able to supply most KWE or OEM Jaguar alloy wheels as part of a full or part restoration, fully refurbished and with new tyres if required. Jaguar wheels are attractive and strong - and of course have the correct dimensions unlike most aftermarket wheels. Pitch Circle Diameter (PCD): 5x120.65 relates to the bolt pattern which is almost unique to Jaguar. Click here for >> Tyre types and sizes for the XJS and XJ saloonsContact us to enquire about supply & fitment of these wheels as part of a full or partial restoration carried out in our workshop. Finished in flat silver or custom colour, turned and polished optional (subject to availability, tyres not included but can be arranged)Contact us to enquire about supply & fitment of these wheels as part of a full or partial restoration carried out in our workshop. Finished in flat silver or custom colour, turned and polished optional (subject to availability, tyres not included but can be arranged)Contact us to enquire about supply & fitment of these wheels as part of a full or partial restoration carried out in our works [...]

Whether it's fault finding or modernisation KWE have the expert knowledge to provide an innovative solution.While technology in modern vehicles is constantly advancing and pushing innovative boundaries, KWE also understand the need to apply these comforts and safety features to vehicles with outdated systems. To improve the driving experience and usability of classic cars we think some modernisation is essential, to keep with the original design and styling we install these upgrades as discreetly as possible. Flush fitted parking sensors to match body colour LED Exterior lamps (4x brighter) LED Interior dash and binnacle lighting LED courtesy lights Alarms/Immobilisers and remote central locking GPS tracker systems Satellite navigation/GPS systems Tyre pressure monitor systems Uprated twin electric cooling fans Uprated battery/alternator systems Audio/Bluetooth/CD/DVD/MP3/Iphone/Android Uprated loud speakers and sound systems Electric windows, mirrors and seats ABS/Traction Control Instrumentation, control and switchgear Air conditioning and climate control Ignition and Digital engine management systems Cruise control [...]

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KWE can supply a range of proprietary and bespoke steering wheels with adaptors to fit the Series 3 Saloon and XJS.

Please Note: We cannot supply wheels with airbags.

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This is our premier wheel, hand made for us by London Carriage Craft.

It is based on the mid-80s XJS and late Series 3, 2 spoke, 16 inch thick rimmed wheel. The leather cover is removed and replaced with a solid ash foundation. Then 8 pieces of veneer – each mirror-matched – are applied using a vacuum fixture to each quadrant of the wheel, front and rear. The veneer is then clear resin coated and polished to a mirror finish.

The result is a beautiful, hard wearing wood steering wheel with an ideal thickness of rim, yet retaining plenty of Jaguar styling cues to give it a highly authentic look. The spoke design allows a good view of the instruments. If you [...]

This type of modification is now widespread in the UK and Europe in modern cars and vans and indeed is mandatory for some classes of vehicles in Italy.

BENEFITS OF CONVERTING YOUR CLASSIC CAR TO AN LPG SYSTEM

LPG costs around 73p per litre, under 50% of petrol (at June 2017)Reduced CO2 emissions of around 20% and almost no particulate emissionsLonger life for the engine and exhaust

At least 80% of the petrol mpgClose to petrol power outputRetains existing petrol operation – switchable on the moveSavings on road tax when declared to DVLAFitted with LPG fuel gaugeTanks are extremely safe and crash-resistantLPG capacity from 60 to 130 litres (13 to 28 gallons)Extra 60 litre tank can be fittedLPG Filler cap hardly visibleWide availability in the UK and Europe - as you can see from the interactive map below, or a full list of LPG refilling stations can be found at http://www.drivelpg.co.uk/For information on the gas, its benefits and availability please visit: http://www.uklpg.org

Need more Information? Please contact us for pricing & availab [...]

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We have a menu of packaged operations to suit most common issues. You can pick what you would like, guided by us if you wish.

We produce modernised, re-engineered and restored luxury classic cars that are equivalent to new cars in handling and reliability, but retain essential style and ride comfort.

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We recommend starting with our Condition Assessment which yields a comprehensive report and a price-up list of recommended repairs, restoration and upgrades. Read MoreWe offer servicing and repairs to the same very high level of attention to detail and thoroughness that we apply to our rebuilt and upgraded cars. Read MoreNearly all our upgrades and all as-new cars will include the popular KWE full suspension, brakes and steering rebuild & upgrade which transforms these into precise-handling cars still with superb Jaguar ride. Read MoreIn addition to offering complete engine rebuilds, we can also upgrade the engine’s power ranging from 5% to 30%. We have wide experience with the Jaguar V12 engine [...]

Download exhaust sound files for various KWE systems

Please click on any picture to download the sound file for that car type.

The files are large, 1MB, and will take a little while to download.

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The following refers to aircon systems fitted to Jaguar XJS, XJ Series 1,2,3 and will have some relevance to later cars.

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See also our R134a conversion mythbuster.

The air conditioning system is often regarded as just the air cooling side but should be regarded as the entire air blend, heating and cooling systems, or HVAC for short.

Below you will find brief descriptions of the components, how best to operate the system, common faults and how to resolve them. KWE specialises in repairs of these systems, from a simple re-gas to complex fault-finding.

The system used on the XJS and saloon cars is quite sophisticated and embodies true climate control, that is, automatic temperature control and dehumidification. The major components are: airblend box, system controller or computer, air blowers (fans), heater matrix, hot water valve, refrigeration compressor, condenser radiator, expansion valve, filter dryer and cooler matrix (evaporator).