Highlights

Owned by one family from new
Stored in a barn since 1992
Very original and complete
Only 48800 miles from new
Requires restoration
V5 present

The Appeal

Jaguar’s Mark 2 is one of the icons of the 1960s: beloved of high-stakes criminals as well as fast police motorway patrols, it transcends the barriers of class and still has a broad appeal.

This particular car is said to have remained in the ownership of one family since it was new, having been bought as a wedding present for its first owner, who drove it until 1992. Since then, it has been stored unused in an outbuilding on the family estate.

Now having emerged from its slumber, this Jaguar offers an exciting opportunity to acquire a restoration project. Clearly a thorough inspection of the car’s structure and mechanical components will be required, but it appears to be very original and complete.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 24th January 1969
Said to have been in one family since new
Stored in a barn since 1992
Purchased new in 1969 for a young lady’s marriage, she continued using it until 1992
Her grandson eventually inherited the car but it remained in the barn until now
The mileage of 48,292 is believed to be genuine
Full service history up until car was stored in barn 30 years ago
Original bill of sale, every MOT confirming mileage, all service receipts.
Even has original warranty card and original fuel ration book from the 1970s
Road Tax and MOT exempt
This car is on the government system and V5 is present

The Interior

Sumptuous navy upholstery that appears complete but needing a good clean
Door cards and door furniture all present
Well appointed veneered dashboard
Some damage to veneer and wood at bottom of windscreen
Lacquer has cracked in places and there is crazing throughout
Veneered door cappings appear in good condition, but would benefit from a re-polish
Carpets present, but in need of a thorough clean

The Exterior

The car has cleaned up remarkably well, after being removed from the barn where it spent the past thirty years
The front end was better protected from the elements than the rear
Most of the paintwork has survived in tact
Evidence of corrosion, especially towards the rear: boot lid, door bottoms, wheel arches and wheels
Chrome trim strip along bonnet missing
Leaping Jaguar bonnet mascot still present
External chrome trim is pitted throughout
Some corrosion to the steel wheels, four Jaguar-badged hubcaps still present
The tyres will need to be replaced

The Mechanics

2.4 litre XK6 engine, renowned for its power and smooth running
Twin SU HS6 carburettors
The engine has a general layer of dirt and surface corrosion from storage
Automatic transmission
The car has clearly not been run in many years, so will need a full mechanical inspection

NOTE: Vehicle will require collection by trailer or transporter as it does not start or drive.

Summary

Here at Car and Classic we love a good barn find. This Jaguar ticks all the boxes: one family ownership from new, unused for thirty years, remaining in wonderfully original condition.

We’re sure this Jaguar will find an enthusiastic new owner, keen to return it to its former glory.

NEEDS COLLECTION BY TRAILER OR TRANSPORTER AS DOES NOT START OR DRIVE

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