- The Jaguar Mk 2, one of the greatest British cars of all time, celebrates its 60th anniversary this year
- ‘Rooms by Rankin’ is a series of specially commissioned photographs to celebrate the design of the XF, XE and the legendary Mk 2 sports saloon
- Jaguar Mk 2 was launched in 1959 at the Earls Court Motor Show with a graceful design that epitomised the era
‘Rooms by Rankin’ is a unique partnership between Jaguar and internationally renowned fashion and style photographer Rankin, designed to celebrate the character of three key models – XF, XE and Mk 2.
For the third and final instalment, Rankin created ‘Period Drama’ for the Mk 2 – a bespoke, white‑out room complete with a mesmerising pattern of black polka dots.
The Jaguar Mk 2 is a very special car – undeniably beautiful and well‑proportioned. I wanted to create something that celebrated the Mk 2’s form and its heritage, but also had a thoroughly modern edge to it. That’s why I chose to use polka dots.
RANKIN
BRITISH FASHION AND STYLE PHOTOGRAPHER
PERIOD DRAMA BTS - JAGUAR AND PHOTOGRAPHER RANKIN COLLABORATE TO CREATE STUNNING NEW ART
PERIOD DRAMA BTS - JAGUAR AND PHOTOGRAPHER RANKIN COLLABORATE TO CREATE STUNNING NEW ART
PERIOD DRAMA BTS - JAGUAR AND PHOTOGRAPHER RANKIN COLLABORATE TO CREATE STUNNING NEW ART
Polka dots are perfect for the Mk 2. They can be wistfully nostalgic and they also have a modern currency that makes them a timeless classic. Rankin has managed to produce a truly stand‑out creation. It’s elegant and has a captivating charm that we all appreciate at Jaguar.
Julian Thomson
Jaguar Design Director
The Mk 2 featured in the 'Rooms by Rankin' partnership is a Dark Blue 3.8‑litre manual from the Jaguar Classic Collection. In addition to the active vehicle collection housed at its Classic Works facility in Coventry, Jaguar Classic offers sales, servicing, restoration expertise and parts to keep these treasured classics on the road for future generations to appreciate.
Launched in 1959 at the Earls Court Motor Show, London, the Jaguar Mk 2 became an overnight sensation with its daring design, graceful curves and powerful XK‑derived six‑cylinder engines, including the top‑of‑the‑range 3.8‑litre that delivered 220bhp and a top speed of 125mph.
In addition to its supreme road‑going performance, the Jaguar Mk 2 was extremely competitive on the race track, scoring countless saloon car victories in the hands of greats such as Roy Salvadori and Graham Hill.
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FLYING HIGH - JAGUAR AND PHOTOGRAPHER RANKIN COLLABORATE TO CREATE STUNNING NEW ART SHOWCASING THE XF
MOVING IN THE MIST - JAGUAR AND PHOTOGRAPHER RANKIN COLLABORATE TO CREATE STUNNING NEW ART
