Highlights
- Previous owner for 43 years
- Only two former registered keepers
- Older bare metal repaint in original Primrose Yellow
- Very usable 2+2 car with relaxing auto box
- Rare factory power steering
- Matching numbers example
- Low mileage of 30,371 miles supported by MOT records
The Appeal
As anyone who has ever tried, or even just contemplated, getting in and out of a SWB E-Type Series 1 or 2 knows, bigger doors and a higher roofline would make the task considerably easier. That explains why cars like this, the Series 2 2+2, are so popular with E-Type enthusiasts who plan to actually use and enjoy their cars.
The Series 2 +2 retained the desirable style of the original cars, but with improvements to usability and comfort. Just 1,041 RHD 2+2 Series 2 FHCs were built, so finding one is a challenge 55 years on from the last ones leaving the line. This 1969 car is quite the find, a three-keeper car that has been in the hands of the previous owner since 1983. It features one of the models’ most appealing shades, Primrose Yellow, and is reported to have covered just 30,000 miles from new. The car’s extensive MOT records, part of a large history file, indicate that this figure could be correct.
The car is in fine condition. The paintwork was refreshed as part of a bare metal repaint some years ago, since when it has been little used. There are some points to note in the photos, but with its practical long-wheelbase layout, optional power steering, and relaxing auto box, this matching-numbers Series 2 is ready to enjoy.
The vendor says:
"You should definitely come and have a look at AGO if you are an enthusiast of these cars. Find another. Yes, it requires minor work as not a concours or show car at this stage, but what a car - a keeper for someone, worth a lot of money and very likely to hold its value." Bear in mind 2 previous owners & previous owner’s ownership almost 4 decades.”
History and Paperwork
- UK market right-hand-drive car
- First registered 6th June 1969
- Two former registered keepers
- Previous owner since July 1983
- Good history file including many invoices and parts lists
- Original Jaguar E-Type workshop manual included
- MOT certificates dating back to 1983 showing 7,314 miles at that time
- Comes with a fresh MOT
- Current mileage of 30,371 miles is believed correct, but cannot be fully warranted
- Full engine and gearbox rebuild documented from 1987
- V5C present
- VIN: P1R35338BW
- The car has covered around 900 miles since 1997
- Stored in heated garage for 20 years
The Condition
- Finished in Primrose Yellow over Black leather
- Full bare-metal respray completed in 2000
- Paintwork presents well with some age to note due to older restoration
- Bodywork is presentable with areas to note in photos
- These include some bubbles visible at the bottom of the doors
- Small dent to driver's side door
- Paint bubbles are visible on the passenger side rear valance under the bumper
- Black leather 2+2 layout remains presentable with some light patina
- Classic-style wood-rimmed three-spoke wheel and classic radio fitted
- Some light age to headlining as shown
- Chrome wire wheels that appear to be in good condition
- Underside as shown in photos
The Mechanics
- 4,235cc XK inline-six engine
- 3spd automatic transmission
- Factory power steering
- Matching numbers example
- Engine and gearbox rebuild in 1987 by Mauina Garage of Boscombe, Bournemouth
- Larger Cooper Craft brake callipers fitted
- Electronic ignition fitted
- Runs and drives well and is mechanically sound according to the seller
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