1970 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 OTS

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Highlights

  • UK right-hand-drive example with only four former registered keepers
  • Restored by The E Type Centre in 1998
  • Bare metal respray in its original colour in 2009
  • Detailed history file documenting ownership and repairs since new

The Appeal

When the E-Type was introduced to the world in 1961, it was an immediate trendsetter. This car became synonymous with the fashion-led decades of the 60s and 70s, with its sleek styling and rasping engine note becoming one of the most famous in motoring. They were effortlessly cool, perfectly balanced between a relaxing cruiser and an engaging, torquey sports car. 
The Series 2 E-Type brought improved cooling, superior brakes and a more relaxed driving experience to Jaguar's legendary sports car - refinements that made it a far easier car to live with. This 1970 example is a UK right-hand drive car that has passed through just four former registered keepers, with the first retaining it for 27 years and the most recent previous keeper for 23 years. Notably, only two of those four previous keepers actually drove the car.
Professionally restored in 1998, it has since received regular maintenance and a bare metal respray in its original colour. The vendor reports it starts, runs and drives nicely, with good oil pressure and sensible updates for usability. With £4,000 recently invested in MOT preparation and an engine test and tune, this Series 2 OTS presents well and is ready to be enjoyed.
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Key Information

  • Mileage: 58,250 miles (indicated)
  • Country of registration: United Kingdom
  • Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 2nd of November 2027
  • Technical specs: 4,235cc inline six-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual
  • Paperwork: Photocopy of original logbook, subsequent V5s, invoices, MOT certificate and spreadsheets detailing ownership and repair history

The Detail

  • Restored by The E Type Centre in 1998, with regular maintenance and 13 MOTs since
  • £4,000 recently spent on MOT preparation and an engine test and tune
  • Handsome British Racing Green livery
  • Bodywork is in good overall order
  • Chromework is bright and well-presented
  • Chrome wire wheels fitted in 2003
  • Some delamination noted at the windscreen corners
  • Hood reported to be in good condition
  • Interior reported to be in good condition
  • Upholstery is in fine order, with some gentle patina
  • All features reportedly work save for the radio (a fake front) and the cigarette lighter (disconnected)
  • Door locks are a bit stiff
  • Correct 7H Series 2 engine fitted, though engine numbers have been deleted
  • Stonehenge Classics noted possible piston ring wear on one cylinder
  • Updates include unleaded head conversion, Kenlowe fan and electronic ignition
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Auction Details

  • Year1970
  • MakeJaguar
  • ModelE-Type
  • ColourGreen
  • Odometer58,250 Miles
  • Engine size4235cc
  • TransmissionManual, 4 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownMarlborough
  • CountyWiltshire
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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