XJR-9 '88

Following its string of successes at Le Mans during the 1950s, Jaguar made a return to endurance racing in 1986 with a Group C prototype. Jaguar reached its peak in 1988 with the XJR-9. Thanks to its exceptional aerodynamics and durability, it claimed victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. That triumph secured its place in motorsports history, as Jaguar dethroned Porsche, the long-reigning champions of Le Mans.

After their early success in the '50s, Jaguar didn't enter a works team at Le Mans again for almost 30 years. In fact, they didn't return to the race until 1986, when they entered the XJR-6. Designed by Tony Southgate, who had made his name in Formula 1...The XJR-6 was powered by a naturally-aspirated V12 engine. In the heyday of turbocharged cars, the XJR-6's uniquely high-pitched exhaust note was instantly recognisable. The sight and sound of a Jaguar tearing around the track once more certainly got the fans excited! Two years later, Jaguar entered the XJR-9 and won at Le Mans. It was their first new victory at the event since the Ecurie Ecose D-Type won in 1957. To win after more than thirty years! That alone is enough to secure this iconic car's place in the annals of racing history!

The Jaguar XJR-9 '88 can be acquired from the Legend Cars dealer. It was last added on February 21, 2026 for Cr. 3,000,000.