1969 Jaguar MK2- 2.4/240 Barn Find
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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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NEEDS COLLECTION BY TRAILER OR TRANSPORTER AS DOES NOT START OR DRIVE
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1969
- Make Jaguar
- Model MK2- 2.4/240 Barn Find
- Colour White
- Odometer 48,292 Miles
- Engine size 2483
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Godstone
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
40
bids
- re•••• £6,200 18/11/22
- Ja•••• £6,100 18/11/22
- re•••• £6,000 18/11/22
- Ja•••• £5,900 18/11/22
- re•••• £5,800 18/11/22
- Ja•••• £5,700 18/11/22
- re•••• £5,600 18/11/22
- Ja•••• £5,500 18/11/22
- re•••• £5,400 18/11/22
- Ja•••• £5,300 18/11/22
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