Quote:
Originally Posted by Chadburn
Just had a quick Wiki look at the XJ13, very nice beastie, would do well if it was marketed in today's world I would reckon although I would alter the number personally. When I bought a new car under the old reg system I would not have a number plate with 13 on it or one that added up to 13. Yes I know what you are thinking.  |
You're quite right Chad, I thought it was an unfortunate choice of number too. When Norman Dewis was testing it, one wheel broke on cornering and it was seriously damaged in the crash. Norman survived, and is still alive today to talk about it. The car was completely rebuilt, and now belongs to Jaguar/Daimler Heritage Trust. It appears from time to time at shows in the summer.