Highlights
- A fine classic Jaguar in good condition
- A matching numbers example
- Just three previous owner’s
- Silky-smooth 3.4-litre power plant
- Extensively refurbished over the last three years
The Appeal
In many ways, the Jaguar S-Type offers the ultimate package in luxury, comfort and performance.
William Lyons cleverly created a new model that retained all the style of the Mk2 with improved handling courtesy of the independent rear suspension borrowed from the MkX and E-type. The power being provided by the silky-smooth XK straight-six.
This seductive S-type looks gorgeous in Old English White and is generally in good condition. It has been extensively improved over the last three years with a body restoration, interior make-over and mechanical improvements to make it a reliable grand tourer.
Featuring the 3.4-litre XK engine, 9,928 were built at the Browns Lane factory. This one has covered very limited miles in recent years and is performing well with the addition of 420 S.U. carburettors and diligent servicing.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on the 21st March 1966
- Up to date V5
- Decent maintenance history file
- Parts invoices prior to the current ownership
- Numerous invoices for a variety of parts since 2020
- Invoice for bodywork preparation and respray in 2021
- List of completed jobs
- Autopress Workshop Manual
- No current (exempt) MOT (expired in March 2023)
- Taxed until 1st November 2023 (exempt)
This Jaguar remained tucked up in a dry garage for many years until 2007 when the second owner recommissioned it, and in time, had the body partially repainted and the engine rebuilt.
The current owner acquired it from the previous owner, in Essex, in September 2020 and set about improving the “tired” car. It passed it’s MOT last year and has driven competently since.
The Interior
- Spacious and complete interior
- Original steering wheel, instrumentation and switchgear
- Polished wood
- All electrical equipment is said to function
- Door cards need a little fettling (see photos)
- Replacement leather seating
- New carpeting throughout
- Great new headlining
- Modern sound system and period Motorola radio
- Tidy carpet-lined boot
- Spare wheel and some non-original tools
- A pair of better door handles and boot handle included
The Exterior
- Befitting Old English White coachwork
- Completely repainted in 2021
- A few imperfections (see photos)
- Door bottoms repaired
- Sound wheel arches and sills
- Excellent chrome grille and bumpers
- Presentable trim, window glass and badges
- Some visible corrosion to rear valance
- Solid looking undersealed structure
- New (expensive!) chrome wire wheels, hubs and spinners
- Four new 185/80/15 Galaxy tyres in 2021
- Tow bar fitted
The Mechanics
- Clean engine bay
- Renowned XK 3,442 cc straight-six, twin-cam
- Unconfirmed mileage
- Larger 420 spec’ twin S.U. carburettors
- 3-speed Borg Warner auto transmission
- New aluminium radiator in 2022
- E-type independent rear suspension
- Refurbished Inboard disc brakes
- Overhauled back axle
- Stainless Steel twin exhausts
The owner assures us that this Jaguar “starts on the button and floats along” and is “quite lively”.
The steering, suspension and brakes are all said to operate well too.
Summary
The gorgeous sleek body lines, comfortable interior and surprisingly lively performance of the classic S-type are a definite lure for any discerning Jaguar fan.
With some room for improvement, the owner admits there will always be things to do to improve this big cat, but as it stands, it is a beautiful head-turner and a delight to drive and ride in.
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