Description
1970 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES II FIXED HEAD COUPE
Registration: MVW 352J
Chassis Number: 1R20993
Recorded Mileage: 55, 000 miles
Rolling off the Browns Lane production line on 1st November 1970, this late Series II example remained in distributor Charles of Pirbright’s showroom until finding a new owner in April of the following year. The reason for the slow sale may be due to the fact the new Series III V12 E-Type was just around the corner, in fact it is possible (though unconfirmed) that this was the last Series II FHC to be sold in the UK. The E-Type was specified in Light Blue with a Dark Blue leather interior, an exceptionally rare specification, of which we believe only a handful were originally ordered in RHD form.
Sensibly the first owner opted for thorough Ziebart cavity rust-proofing from new, which has no doubt helped preserve the E-Type in the condition you see here. The E-type has never been fully restored, rather maintained as and when required. We understand the engine enjoyed a top-end rebuild in March 2009 when purchased by the previous owner, and in current ownership (since 2017) has been further cosmetically improved and serviced as needed.
With now just over 55, 000 miles recorded, three files of history including many invoices for works completed, the original owner's book pack, and a detailed maintenance diary kept by the original owner, this is a truly charming original example of Jaguar’s definitive sportscar of the period.
This motor vehicle will be sold at auction with Dore & Rees in Frome, Somerset, on Saturday 17th June 2023. For more details contact the Motoring Department via the above details.
