Description
This is a low mileage RHD manual car (49K from new) in stunning Opalescent Silver Blue with a Navy Blue interior. 4 owners from new. All matching numbers confirmed by Jaguar heritage certificate. Delivered to New York in 1968.
Huge history file and full photographic record of restoration of its full bare metal restoration (including new sills etc and full rust proofing) carried out by marque expert 2012 - 2014.
Conversion from left to right hand drive using all new components.
stainless steel exhaust, triple SU carburetors, electronic ignition.
uprated Zeus brakes, rear axle and suspension completely rebuilt. All shock absorbers replaced, Radiator reconditioned, Wire wheels and tyres replaced. Factory correct stunning Opalescent Silver Blue paintwork in superb condition with excellent panel gaps.
Underside and boot floor in excellent condition having undergone a bare metal restoration including full anti rust treatment.
Dark Blue leather 2+2 interior in superb order with no wear
Door cards, trim, front seat covers, dashboard and headlining renewed during its renovation in superb condition. There are no signs of age related issues inside. Lights and glasswork in excellent order.
Original front and rear bumpers rechromed with no tarnishing. E-Type style smaller than standard wood-rimmed three spoke steering wheel fitted which suits the vehicle well. Switchgear, dials and dashboard in excellent condition with no functional issues. Fitted with an original Motorola radio (plus a hidden modern Radio). No faults with electrics, lighting or switchgear. Engine and gearbox are in excellent original condition reflecting its low mileage. The vehicle looks, drives and sounds superb!
Matching numbers car confirmed by vendor and JDHT certificate. 4, 235cc straight six XK engine. 4spd manual gearbox with full synchromesh on all ratios. Factory standard car with no additional modifications notified. Well maintained car with extensive history file and regular servicing. Last serviced in 2025 less than 100 miles ago
No running or driving issues. First USA owner was a gangster who was charged with attempting to bribe the Mayor of New York! Second USA owner well known film director. The car then spent some time in storage in New York (from 1999 to 2012). Third owner repatriated the car to the UK in 2012 with 44K miles on the clock (USA paperwork confirms). The current fourth owner purchased the car privately shortly after its repatriation to the UK.
