Highlights
- Subject of a comprehensive five-year rebuild (2010-2015) by a retired RAF engineer
- Full engine bay, bodywork and underfloor respray completed in 2022
- New chrome all around, including bumpers and wire wheels
- Participated in numerous prestigious events, including London to Brighton run
- Previous owner maintained the car for 25 years
The Appeal
Long before the likes of the Audi S8, Mercedes 190 E 'Cosworth', or BMW M5, the Jaguar Mark 2 was the original performance saloon. Equipped with the Le Mans-winning XK DOHC straight-six and disc brakes, it's small wonder these cars were favoured in period by both cops and robbers for high-speed pursuits. Embodying all three parts of Sir William Lyons' mantra "Grace, Space, and Pace", the Mark 2 was a formidable package, offered at a remarkably competitive price.
This 1967 example has been the subject of a comprehensive five-year rebuild (2010-2015) by a retired RAF engineer. Having received a full respray in 2022 and boasting several mechanical upgrades, this Mark 2 presents very well and has been actively enjoyed rather than simply stored away. The car's participation in prestigious events such as the London to Brighton run and various classic shows demonstrates its reliability, and the previous owner's 25-year stewardship speaks to its appeal.
This 1967 example has been the subject of a comprehensive five-year rebuild (2010-2015) by a retired RAF engineer. Having received a full respray in 2022 and boasting several mechanical upgrades, this Mark 2 presents very well and has been actively enjoyed rather than simply stored away. The car's participation in prestigious events such as the London to Brighton run and various classic shows demonstrates its reliability, and the previous owner's 25-year stewardship speaks to its appeal.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1966
- Previous owner maintained the car for 25 years
- Subject of a five-year rebuild from 2010 to 2015 by a retired RAF engineer
- Current owner purchased the car in 2023
- Being sold reluctantly due to the owner's ill health
- Participated in many tours and shows, including London to Brighton, Wild Atlantic Way, Truro and Fowey classic car shows
- Exempt from road tax and MOT
The Condition
- Full engine bay, bodywork, and underfloor respray completed in 2022
- Some minor blemishes present
- New chrome all around, including bumpers and wire wheels
- All instruments work, including the original working radio and electric aerial
- Modern recoil seatbelts fitted throughout
- USB port and hazard warning lights installed for added convenience and safety
- Top dash re-veneered
- Front leather seats have been renewed
- Rear seats show the patina of age
- Some work needed on drop-down trays
The Mechanics
- 3.4-litre XK DOHC straight-six
- Four-speed Borg Warner auto gearbox
- Starts easily with oil pressure reading 45/50 psi, we are told
- New Coopercraft front discs and copper lines installed
- New fuel tank fitted
- New electronic distributor installed
- The vendor states there are too many new parts and upgrades to list completely; suffice it to say, this is a well-sorted example of the marque
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