Petrolicious Highlights the Jaguar XJR-15 in Latest Video
Petrolicious, renowned for its captivating videos that resonate with car enthusiasts, features an impressive array of vehicles on its YouTube channel—ranging from Paul Newman’s Datsun 280ZX to Le Mans-winning Corvettes and the iconic Ferrari F40. This week, the series Made to Drive delves into the intriguing world of the 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Owned by Jasbir Dhillon, this XJR-15 was developed by Tom Walkinshaw to translate the success of the Le Mans-winning Jaguar XJR-9 into a road-legal model. The vehicle was produced under the Jaguar Sport brand, with design work led by Peter Stevens, who is also known for the McLaren F1. Notably, the XJR-15 was among the first cars constructed entirely from carbon fiber.
In the accompanying video, Dhillon shares his experience of owning and driving this unique car. He emphasizes the thrill of the experience, stating, “It sort of gives you that anticipation that this effort is going to be worth it – stay tuned.” The vehicle is equipped with race-inspired headphones which help mitigate noise, allowing drivers to converse with passengers. Dhillon notes that without the headphones, it’s nearly impossible to hear one’s own voice due to the 6.0-liter V12 engine positioned directly behind the driver without any sound insulation.
Dhillon further elaborates on the car’s engaging features, which include a battery master switch, a series of toggles, and a starter button that together unleash the powerful sounds and vibrations of the engine. This particular XJR-15 is chassis number 50 out of a limited production run of 53, with only 27 designated for road use.
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