Subtitled: The Authorised Biography. Jaguar is launching a new supercharged XK-8 model. It is faster than the XK-8, and visibly different, with new wheels, louvered hood, a special range of paint colors, and a mesh radiator grill. Prepared with the full collaboration of Jaguar Cars Ltd., this book contains design and prototype evolution history, CoupT and Convertible driving impressions, detailed technical analysis of the 4-litre AJ-V8 engine, plus 8 pages on the new supercharged XK-8 model. Includes post-launch development of the supercharged XKR. Updated & expanded ed., 1998. Hdbd., 8 1/4" x 11", 136 pgs., 180+ color ill.