Highlights
- Previously owned by Lord David Steel, former politician
- Desirable factory power steering and automatic options
- Smart bodywork and paintwork with original saddle brown interior
- Large history file of maintenance and servicing
- Upgraded front brakes with original Jaguar front brake calipers
- Fitted with Dynalternator and 123-ignition for reliability
- Great specification for use as a touring car
The Appeal
Part of the enduring success of the Mk2 amongst classic collectors is that these cars remain so usable. Torquey XK engines keep up with modern traffic, there’s decent boot space and the cabins are amongst the loveliest places to while away the A to B drive.
This car adds power steering and an automatic box to those qualities. It presents well in gloss black with an original saddle brown interior and would be perfect as a classic event and touring car.
A previous keeper of this car was politician Lord David Steel, who you can quite imagine stylishly travelling around the country in it between appointments. It is said to be very original and features black finish and slim Coombs-style rear arches.
The vendor acquired the car four years ago and has topped up the extensive maintenance file with regular servicing The front brakes have also been upgraded. We are told that the car runs well with good oil pressure and steady water temperature.
The vendor says:
“Still retains all its period charm and nostalgia but still able to hold its own in modern day traffic with ease. TAX and MOT exempt. Any inspections and test drive welcome. This is a great MK2, and I've cherished it for 4 years now. It drives really well, and all temps and pressures are where they should be (it was happy going up and down Sutton Bank last year, for instance).
“It's got a great history and lots of documentation for work done in the past. I've spared no expense on looking after it, with bills to prove. Now it's your turn to own a piece of British history.”
History and Paperwork
- First registered 4th March 1965
- Previously owned by Lord David Steel according to seller
- Previously painted white which was changed in February 2002
- Professionally repainted in period-correct gloss black colour
- Large history file advised by seller
- Current keeper since July 2020
- VIN number P168824BW confirms factory power steering and auto box options
- Documentation for all maintenance work carried out by the current owner
- Tax and MOT exempt due to historic vehicle status
- Only 500 miles covered since last advisory-free MOT in 2019
The Condition
- Finished in professionally painted period-correct gloss black exterior paintwork
- Paintwork looks presentable in photos
- Bodywork photos show flush panel fit and slim rear Coombs-style arches
- Chrome wire wheels in good order
- Five new classic-style tyres recently fitted
- Chromework presents well in photos with no issues advised by seller
- Original unrestored saddle brown hide interior showing natural patina
- Original burr wood veneer appears in good condition
- Fully functioning opening quarter light windows
- Period correct 1965 radio fitted with discreet auxiliary cable for modern connectivity
- Vendor states that the picnic tables were specially ordered by Lord David Steel
- Spare wheel in boot
The Mechanics
- 3,442cc straight-six petrol engine rated at 210 bhp by Jaguar
- 3spd automatic transmission
- Reported to be on original engine and gearbox
- Front brakes upgraded with original Jaguar calipers
- Fitted with Dyalternator and 123-ignition for reliabilty
- Good oil pressure and level water temperature advised even on steep roads
- Performs well in modern traffic conditions we are told
- Complete with period correct Jaguar tool kit
- Fitted with factory power steering option
- Good history file advised by seller with regular maintenance by current keeper
- No running or driving issues advised
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