| Jowett Javelin | |
|---|---|
 Jowett Javelin | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Jowett Cars Ltd |
| Production | 1947–1953; 23,307 made[1] |
| Assembly | Great Britain Australia[2] |
| Designer | Gerald Palmer |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive car (E) |
| Body style | 4-door fastback saloon |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Jowett flat four, 1486 cc |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 102 in (2,591 mm)[3] |
| Length | 168 in (4,267 mm)[3] |
| Width | 60 in (1,524 mm)[3] |
| Height | 61 in (1,549 mm)[4] |
| Curb weight | 2,120 lb (962 kg)[3] |
The Jowett Javelin was an executive car produced from 1947 to 1953 by Jowett Cars Ltd of Idle, near Bradford in England. The model went through five variants coded PA to PE. The designation changed to coincide with the London Motor Show in November but actually engineering design changes occurred frequently during the total production run, as and when required. The car was designed by Gerald Palmer during World War II and was intended to be a major leap forward from the relatively staid designs of pre-war Jowetts. Just over 23,000 units were produced.
- ^ Robson, G (2006). A-Z of British Cars 1945-1980. Devon, UK: Herridge. ISBN 0-9541063-9-3.
- ^ New Car Prices, Wheels magazine, May 1953, page 38
- ^ a b c d Culshaw; Horrobin (1974). Complete Catalogue of British Cars. London: Macmillan. ISBN 0-333-16689-2.
- ^ Cite error: The named reference
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