Highlights 

• A fine example of the perennially popular MK2 Jaguar in desirable manual overdrive form 
• Subject to a series of earlier restorations encompassing mechanicals, exterior and interior 
• Presenting in a sought-after livery of Regency Red over sumptuous grey leather 

The Appeal 

The History & Paperwork 

• Our car started life as a Jaguar Mk 2 2.4 manual overdrive in Regency Red 
• It was first registered as such in May 1963 and was a UK specified and supplied car 
• In 1991 the car was subject to a comprehensive restoration 
• This included the fitting of completely re-conditioned 3.4 running gear 
• Engine number KH9479-8 was fitted at this stage as were the Coombes style arches 
• A little over 5,000 miles has been covered since then 
• Between 1999-2001 the car was subject to a full major and professional interior re-trim 
• Many exterior chrome parts were replaced at this stage, too 
• These included bumpers, rear lights, grille, plinth and new chrome wire wheels 
• The car has been dry stored and hardly used since 
• Hence it remains in stunning condition with the interior and chrome showing almost no deterioration in storage 
• The last change of keeper was noted in 1999 
• This MK2 is supplied with a substantial well organised binder of history going back decades 
• This comprises various iterations of logbook including the original buff version 
• Carefully detailed invoices from the earlier interior restoration are on hand 
• Many earlier MOTs in hard copy are present 
• So are many invoices for work undertaken and parts sourced 
• The MK2 is classified as an Historic Vehicle in the UK 
• This attracts both MOT and VED exemptions in the UK 
• Two full sets of keys are also on hand 

The Condition 

• The Regal Red paintwork of the MK2 presents very well indeed 
• As pointed out diligent updating and careful storage has paid dividends 
• The sophisticated looking paintwork appears appropriately thickly applied 
• No obvious dents, dings or scuffs were noted or reported 
• The panels gaps look tight and symmetrical for this vintage of car 
• The more recently replaced bright work seems to retain a lustrous shine throughout 
• Cabin glass and light lenses all appear to be in fine fettle throughout 
• The bright chromed wire wheels are affixed with Jaguar inscribed central spinners 
• These twin-eared spinners enhance the look of the wheels in a charming period way 
• The wheels are shod with a matching set of Vredestein Sprint ST70 tyres 
• These are in a 185/70 configuration with plenty of remaining tread in evidence 
• The sublime cabin has been reupholstered in a soft-looking Dove Grey leather 
• Ample walnut veneer and interior chrome fittings combine to enhance the luxury of the cabin 
• The generous front seats are centred with supportive vertical box pleats 
• The rear bench is identically trimmed and is centred with a fold down armrest 
• Door cards are finished in a matching smooth leather with integral storage pockets 
• Walnut veneer cappings are present together with deeply chromed door furniture 
• The deep grey carpets are leather edge bound for longevity and luxury 
• The walnut fascia is home to a generous set of white on black Smiths gauges 
• These sit behind the two spoke Jaguar steering wheel with chrome horn ring 
• The original push button radio is fitted and sits ahead of a commodious lidded ashtray 
• The generous boot is protected by a fitted rubber mat 
• The underfloor area is home to spare wheel and accompanying tools 

The Mechanics 

• The MK2 was fitted with a fully recommissioned 3.4L XK engine and drivetrain in around 1991 
• This much-admired unit was originally rated at around 210bhp 
• Such was its capability and reliability that it was a mainstay of many models for many years 
• Power is fed to the rear wheels via a four-speed gearbox with switchable overdrive 
• It is reported that the Jaguar has done under 5,500 miles since the engine upgrade 
• The owner reports that the MK2 starts, drives, and stops as it should do with no known issue 
• The under-bonnet presentation is impressive and retains a high degree of originality 
• The owner reports that a Kenlowe fan has been fitted 
• The underside of the car appears to be admirably solid for this vintage of car 
• A stainless-steel exhaust system is also noted under here 
• Full Dinitrol rustproofing was reportedly undertaken in 2016 

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