Hi guys I have an Autotune Aristocat which many of you will know has Jaguar XJ6 underpinnings. I'm trying to establish whether the engine (4.2 litre) is from a Series I or Series 2 and for that I need the engine number (I can’t rely on the V5C as being a reliable source!). And I simply can't find it...

Seems obvious now you said it - but it hadn't occurred to me!

I have not done anything yet Alec just seeking information at this stage; my initial thoughts was to fit longer springs, because due to the additional weight the car sits markedly lower at the back than front?

Unfortunately it is a little more complex Alec. It is a Carrera Panamericana evocation, which means its carrying a load of gear strapped to the boot plus knobbly off road tyres - so it is the extra weight and non standard tyres that is causing the clearance issues?

Makes sense Mike!

Hi guys, new to this site and could do with your help. I have acquired an Autotune Aristocat (XK140 replica) that has Series1 XJ6 (1972) running gear. The rear tyres rub on the sides of the rear arches; and just looking at the car, it would appear to sit about 1” too low at the back. What is the bes...