you prolly dont give a shit but if you guys are bored like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all of the new movies and series on InstaFlixxer. Been watching with my girlfriend during the lockdown xD
A great car presented by a great presenter! As a Brit I have an affection for the Jaaaaaag and I could listen to Donald’s narrations all day. Like the late great Fred Dibnah (if you are American, look him up), Donald is a man out of his time! I know the car is from the 50’s but Donald has the class and sophistication of the 20’s and 30’s, he would have fitted right into the Brooklands scene of that period. Keep up the good work Donald!
That was really nice of you to compliment Donald. I don't know why some people have complained about his singing. I love that he's willing to share in that way.
I would be more than happy to chauffeur you across country in that Jaguar. I love to drive and what better company to have with me. When are we leaving? My aunt had one. I wanted to buy one when I was 17 and my Dad put the brakes on that idea. He saw me test driving it. Forced us off the road and let the salesman drive it back by himself. I was mortified that he did that. However later in life I did buy two XKE's. Dad was never pleased with anything I wanted to do especially my vehicle choices. Oh well.
Oh Dear ! We must have had the same dad! (unlikely , l live across the pond !) I was offered an OTS 120 for £100 . My father said don't buy that rubbish ! Buy your uncle's Austin 7 special . I reluctantly did. It stayed in the garage for 10 years and then l sold it for £80 ! 50years later It's probably worth £100 ! I have a "e" type now that l'm restoring .
the "stovebolt" chevy inline 6 was manufactured for about 70 years. ya, it wasn't as sophisticated, or powerful, as a twin overhead cam engine like the XK, but the simplicity of the pushrod driven valvetrain was a reliability asset that was instrumental in its longevity. BTW, i've got the 3.4L XK in my '67 Mark 2. it's a delight!
The man behind the Bow Tie, has quite a voice. Does Jay know your "moonlighting," on him? The hat matches the Bow Tie somehow, if you spilled something on either one you'd never know. Didn't Rodger Rabbit drive one of those?
I agree with Donald: the 120 appears most graceful with steel wheels and rear wheel spats. Painted pale grey, and with a red leather interior, it would be perfect.
Good show about a worthy car - Donald Osborne style :) Clutch pedal placement seems an issue? Wonder if Sir William could've had the pedal rods, moved or dog-legged, a bit? Towards the accelerator pedal? Easier heel/toe too? This could be an easy "after-market" fix? Jay Leno could have that sorted? You might take him aside & quietly, stick-shift him with a lesson in double clutching? Unless, he has bad knees?
Nothing sounds like a 6 cyl Jaguar. The quintessential sports car. 60 years later, has stood the test of time. Beautiful when new, beautiful today, will still be 60 years from now . Can’t say that of most cars produced in the last 20 years.
Hello Donald . Yes, the XK120 in it's purest form and l agree regarding the steel wheels . I have to confess l do hanker after a 120 FHC ! It must be awful having to drive these classic's all the time ! Still, it's a dirty job but someone has to do it ! I think Clarke Gable had one . Thanks Donald
Thank you for the memory. I drove an XK150 coupe back when I was a newly hired mechanic in 1969. The second gear was a bit rough but this reminds me of that day.
Donald has the class that fits the car.
you prolly dont give a shit but if you guys are bored like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all of the new movies and series on InstaFlixxer. Been watching with my girlfriend during the lockdown xD
Awesome car and cap, thanks!
Classy car - and a really classy man!!! Yo!!!!
Sublime! Well done!
Great videos. Please change the intro with no singing. Please.
Your supposed to turn your hat around for speed driving or riding.
Donald, thank you. Magnificent car, beautiful roadways, and fine aural experience as well.
A great car presented by a great presenter! As a Brit I have an affection for the Jaaaaaag and I could listen to Donald’s narrations all day. Like the late great Fred Dibnah (if you are American, look him up), Donald is a man out of his time! I know the car is from the 50’s but Donald has the class and sophistication of the 20’s and 30’s, he would have fitted right into the Brooklands scene of that period. Keep up the good work Donald!
Not only does that gorgeous inline 6 have great pipes, Donald does too. Amazing. Thank you so much for sharing these.
That was really nice of you to compliment Donald.
I don't know why some people have complained about his singing. I love that he's willing to share in that way.
@@discerningmind His speaking pipes are exquisite.
@@carlcushmanhybels8159 Yes, there's that too. I find Donald a very likeable person.
I'm sure I'd love being friends with him.
I really like the singing introduction! It's kinda goofy (but in a good way) and sets your spirit in a light state.
"A beautiful Fall day, an open Jaguar .." If you love your job, it doesn't feel like work. This is it right here.
I drive a boring old X-Type, but every time I see the Big Cat on the steering wheel, I think of the XK120 and it makes me smile.
If you looOOoOoOve
I imagine Zora Arkus-Duntov seeing this Jag for the first time and muttering “Holy crap, I’ve got to get moving on my project!”.
That’s how a car should look, drive and sound. Really beautiful. Nice hat.
Well titled episode! The smooth narration by Donald with the similarly smooth Jag exhaust note.
Grace, Pace, Space. Love Jags. And Donald, you can turn your cap backward to go with your goggle inspired sunglasses.
Poetry in motion.
It was a car designed for men with beautiful feminine styling. A William Lyons hallmark.
I would be more than happy to chauffeur you across country in that Jaguar. I love to drive and what better company to have with me. When are we leaving? My aunt had one. I wanted to buy one when I was 17 and my Dad put the brakes on that idea. He saw me test driving it. Forced us off the road and let the salesman drive it back by himself. I was mortified that he did that. However later in life I did buy two XKE's. Dad was never pleased with anything I wanted to do especially my vehicle choices. Oh well.
Oh Dear ! We must have had the same dad! (unlikely , l live across the pond !) I was offered an OTS 120 for £100 . My father said don't buy that rubbish ! Buy your uncle's Austin 7 special . I reluctantly did. It stayed in the garage for 10 years and then l sold it for £80 ! 50years later It's probably worth £100 ! I have a "e" type now that l'm restoring .
Speed-limiter hat.
Dudley!!
the "stovebolt" chevy inline 6 was manufactured for about 70 years. ya, it wasn't as sophisticated, or powerful, as a twin overhead cam engine like the XK, but the simplicity of the pushrod driven valvetrain was a reliability asset that was instrumental in its longevity.
BTW, i've got the 3.4L XK in my '67 Mark 2. it's a delight!
1949 Jaguar XK 120 OTS drophead coupe Rosa for sale in Australia
More Donald Osborne. He's a consummate gentleman. Nice car too, BTW.
The man behind the Bow Tie, has quite a voice. Does Jay know your "moonlighting," on him? The hat matches the Bow Tie somehow, if you spilled something on either one you'd never know. Didn't Rodger Rabbit drive one of those?
"literally from another planet". C'mon man, leave the ignorant misuse of the word to the young folk. They're so good at it.
I agree with Donald: the 120 appears most graceful with steel wheels and rear wheel spats. Painted pale grey, and with a red leather interior, it would be perfect.
Donald, if you'd put some velcro on you dome your cap won't fly off. That's a freebie pal. 😆
On what roads was this filmed? They look too nice to be in southern Ca. I hope I'm wrong.
Hat be damned...take it off and let your hair blow in the wind...oops..sorry! Love your passion...thanks for sharing it with us Donald!
One wonky curved back seat
Chin strap for the hat? Hahaha
Beautiful car.
Donald, spin that cap around at speed!
Where are these roads? I want to drive on them.
Great car Donald, oh and hat too. :)
Wonderful.
Good show about a worthy car - Donald Osborne style :) Clutch pedal placement seems an issue?
Wonder if Sir William could've had the pedal rods, moved or dog-legged, a bit? Towards the accelerator pedal?
Easier heel/toe too? This could be an easy "after-market" fix? Jay Leno could have that sorted?
You might take him aside & quietly, stick-shift him with a lesson in double clutching? Unless, he has bad knees?
Nothing sounds like a 6 cyl Jaguar. The quintessential sports car. 60 years later, has stood the test of time. Beautiful when new, beautiful today, will still be 60 years from now . Can’t say that of most cars produced in the last 20 years.
Hello Donald . Yes, the XK120 in it's purest form and l agree regarding the steel wheels . I have to confess l do hanker after a 120 FHC ! It must be awful having to drive these classic's all the time ! Still, it's a dirty job but someone has to do it ! I think Clarke Gable had one . Thanks Donald
I am fortunate enough to own a 1954 XK120 OTS SE model. Your driving review is spot on. Thank yo
Steering wheel - I had two three litre Healeys, '59 & '60 BN6s and same problem. Huge wheel, great handling, no place for left leg.
Thank you for the memory. I drove an XK150 coupe back when I was a newly hired mechanic in 1969. The second gear was a bit rough but this reminds me of that day.
Donald O. had a great day making this. if only there was room for a miniaturized version of each and all of us to ride along! oh wait, there is.
Split bumper and rear haunches (Leno) are my favorite on these Jaguars , you did it again Osborne .
I will have wire wheels on mine, thank you.