Few details make a collector automobile more memorable than an interesting history, and this Jaguar 420G has one that deserves attention. Originally purchased by legendary entertainer Red Skelton, the car was reportedly immediately painted its distinctive current color, “Skelton Red.” That personal connection gives this elegant Jaguar an unusually compelling place in its history.  The 420G represented the pinnacle of Jaguar’s luxury saloon range during its production and was designed to provide exceptional refinement, comfort, and effortless high-speed touring. Often described as having the “velvet ride of a cumulus cloud,” the 420G delivers the combination of traditional Jaguar styling, spacious luxury, and sophisticated road manners for which these cars are known.  Following acquisition by the current owner, the Jaguar was thoroughly recommissioned by his mechanic for regular road use. It is now running and driving well and is regularly driven throughout Montgomery, Alabama, including interstate travel where it cruises easily at 70 mph.  Power comes from Jaguar’s legendary 4.2-liter XK inline-six, shared with the E-Type/XKE, breathing through three HD-8 SU carburetors. The engine has been upgraded with Crane electronic ignition and a WOSP gear-reduction starter, providing modern reliability while retaining the character of Jaguar’s celebrated XK powerplant.  Luxury equipment includes power seats, power windows, and power steering, with the systems reported to function properly. The air conditioning is currently inoperative.  The 420G is particularly significant in Jaguar history, representing a transition between the grand, traditional saloons such as the Mark IX and the radically more modern XJ6 that followed. It offers collectors an opportunity to experience the final evolution of Jaguar’s classic large-saloon design.  For the enthusiast who prefers originality, the sale also includes spare parts retained from the car, providing a valuable collection of components for future restoration or return toward factory specification. This makes the car appealing not only to someone who appreciates its current upgraded and driving condition, but also to a Jaguar purist who may wish to preserve or restore its originality.  Accompanied by a Jaguar Heritage Certificate, this 420G combines significant Jaguar provenance, entertaining ownership history, desirable mechanical upgrades, and genuine road-going usability.  A substantial Jaguar flagship with an extraordinary celebrity connection, a legendary XK engine, and the opportunity to enjoy it as it sits—or take it further with the accompanying original parts. VIN: G1D76947BW

#1066 • Offered at No Reserve | 1967 JAGUAR 420 G

Lot #1066

Item #

26186558

Year

1967

Cab

AC

A/C

Yes

Transmission

Powershift

Blade

SU

Thumb

Mechanical

Number of Rear Axles

Six