Highlights
- Dry stored and well maintained
- Mostly original example
- Full engine, suspension, and exterior overhaul in 2017
The Appeal
Launched in 1959, Jaguar’s MKII was an updated and improved version of the 2.4 Litre and 3.4 Litre (Also known as the MKI), which first arrived in 1955. The MKII was available with three capacities of the widely used, tried-and-true XK6 straight-six engine, which came in 2.4L, 3.4L and 3.8L variants. The updated MKII was only slightly re-engineered from its predecessor, with improvements including an improved driver’s visibility, thanks to more slender pillars allowing a larger windscreen and allowing the rear window to almost wrap around to the enlarged side windows. In addition to visibility improvements, the radiator grille was updated, and there were changes to the side, tail, and fog lamps.
Having been restored in 2017, this mostly original 2.4L variant has not seen more than 3,000 miles in the last 15 years. Dry stored, well maintained and fully restored in 2017, this one is ready to take on a new life with a new owner. With beautiful condition interior and exterior, and a mechanically sound engine and drivetrain, it’s immediately clear that this one’s been looked after lovingly by its current and previous owners.
The History and Paperwork
- Current V5c
- 5 previous owners not including the current
- Driven less than 3,000 miles in the last 15 years
- MOT exempt, last MOT in 2019 with no advisories
- Full restoration completed by previous owners to a very high standard in 2017, including below work:
- Bodywork totalling £4,205.63
- Repainted vehicle with minor body work
- Stripped and rechromed bumpers and trim
- Replaced body rubbers and seals
- New rear windscreen and heating element
- Stripped and relaquered dashboard
- Suspension and engine work below totalling £5,770.24
- Front and rear suspension refurbished with all new bushes
- New front ball joints
- New bump stops for front subframe
- New drop link and anti-roll bar bushes
- 3 new dust covers fitted where needed
- Engine:
- Engine, and transmission removed, rebuilt, and cleaned
- New front and rear main seals
- Cleaned and rebuilt steering box
- New clutch friction plate and pressure release bearing
- Carburettors stripped, cleaned, rebuilt, and subsequently re-tuned on rolling road
- Engine block and valvetrain converted for unleaded fuels
- Valve train refurbished with new valve seats, guides, stripped & degreased
- Bodywork totalling £4,205.63
- Recent work including new clutch slave, master, and rear brake service in 2020
- Current owner bought the car in 2018 as a pleasure cruiser, however now wishes to pass it on as it doesn’t get much use
The Interior
- Interior in overall excellent condition with only minor signs of age
- Reportedly original leather front seats in excellent condition, with only minor marks seen as pictured
- Rear seats in incredible condition, with no signs of wear visible
- Some potential mould seen on rear armrest backing, can likely be cleaned away
- Carpets in like-new condition
- Steering wheel in good usable condition, with some marks seen near the centre emblem as pictured
- Dashboard in near perfect condition, with refurbished woodwork
- Owner states all electronics in working order
- Buttons and switches all in good condition with minor corrosion seen on some switches
- Some marks and scratches seen on gear shifter
- Headlining in excellent, clean condition
- Boot in overall great condition, with boot floor showing very minor signs of corrosion
The Exterior
- Exterior in terrific condition overall
- Deep dark blue paintwork shines, exudes class in combination with the brightwork
- Some small scuffs and marks in clearcoat present, only noticeable from close
- New trim, rubbers, and seals all in excellent condition, no reports of any leaking
- Glass in excellent condition with some normal use marks present but not detracting from the overall appearance; front and rear de-foggers working
- Light lenses in near perfect condition, with no signs of fading or cloudiness present
- The wheels are in usable condition, with no curb rash present, but some corrosion and pitting seen
- Tires still show plenty of tread
- Running boards in great condition
- Underside in good condition for the age, but some corrosion seen and some rust setting in, see photos
- Jaguar “Leaper” front mascot in excellent condition, shines brightly
The Mechanics
- Owner states the vehicle drives, handles, and stops exactly as it should, and better than expected for the age of the car
- Engine bay in clean and tidy appearance, exceptional condition for age
- All labels and stickers present and most in good condition
- 2.4L straight-six XK6 engine present and in excellent running and visual condition after rebuild
- Owner states the rebuilt suspension and drivetrain as mentioned above is still in excellent running condition
- Owner states there is no known work to be addressed, everything ready to be driven and enjoyed
Summary
This is a great example of a very well restored and mostly original Mark II. The current and previous owners have taken excellent care of it over its years in service; you can really tell there’s been a deep respect and genuine love for the vehicle throughout their ownerships. If you’re in the market for a Mark II, this is an honest car that not only looks the part, but also lives up to Jaguar’s time-honoured reputation.
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