Highlights
- Very appealing Old English paintwork over Grey Blue leather
- Presents well in usual Mk2 check areas such as panel fit
- French collection registration with confirmed matching serial numbers
- 2025 €14,000 mechanical recommissioning by specialist with long list of work
- Paintwork fully redone within the last decade and remains well kept
- Expert appraisal report produced in 2021 and valid to 2026
- Carefully garaged throughout ownership, maintained on a CETEC battery charger
- Controle Technique valid to October 2029
- Desirable 3.8L car with manual overdrive gearbox
The Appeal
The Mk2 cleverly evolved the Mk1’s lines into something much airier and modern, and in the process invented the super saloon. The 220bhp 3.8L model arrived at a time when humble family saloons struggled to deliver 60bhp. Equipped with a desirable ‘MOD’ manual overdrive gearbox, these cars were proper road rockets.
They are beautiful too, as Old English White 1962 3.8 MOD proves. Model aficionados will note that it is in great condition, presenting well in the usual detail Mk2 check areas such as sills, base of doors, top leading edge of front wings and the flush panel fit. Inside there is a complementary grey blue leather interior that is equally good. That’s good news because restoring a Mk2 interior can be surprisingly expensive.
The car comes with a recent positive expert assessment that we are told is valid until 2026. There is also the small matter of €14,000 of mechanical recommissioning by a well-respected specialist, covering brakes, servicing, fuel system, ignition system and carburettors. It features useful upgrades like LED headlights and XJ6 calipers. The current Controle Technique runs to October 2029.
This is a very attractive Mk2 in the right spec and with the reassurance of all that recent work. A great find for anyone who values these attractive cars.
The vendor says:
“The Jaguar Mk2 represents the quintessence of the English automotive industry. Powerful in its 3.8L/220 hp version, with its racing history, speed, handling, roominess, and comfort that rival any modern car. This model has been fitted with powerful brakes (XJ6 calipers) and LED headlights to make it more suitable for today's traffic conditions. We have also paid particular attention to the small details which, if neglected, can spoil a weekend outing or a long journey.”
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1962
- Factory records confirm car was built in late 1962
- Currently on French collector registration
- Matching serial numbers confirmed we are told
- Acquired by the current owner in October 2024
- Engine oil and oil filter changed at time of purchase
- Odometer reset to zero during speedometer/odometer restoration
- Mileage of 2088km stated since it was reset
- Controle Technique renewed October 2024 and valid to October 2029
- Copy of technical inspection can be seen in the photos
- Previous inspections dated 16th April 2021 and 16th September 2020
- Expert appraisal report produced in 2021, valid to 2026 we are told
- Garaged by current keeper with cover and CTEC battery charger
- Reproduction owner's and maintenance manual included
- Tool kit present in the spare wheel well, though incomplete
- 1 key
- 05/25 - €10,885 - Precisium - repair work summarised below and shown in photos
- 01/25 - €441 - Precisium - repairs as above and below
- VIN number 220372DN confirms car as 1962 built 3.8L car with MOD
The Condition
- Older repaint in Old English White which remains in very good condition as shown
- Due to age of restoration some minor points to be noted in photos but not unsightly
- Bodywork in very good condition with flush panel fit
- Choke switch and battery cut-off switch fitted
- Headlight units replaced with LED equivalents
- No corrosion present on the vehicle according to seller and verified by CT we are told
- Bumpers and front grille intact
- Underside in good condition and bodyshell sound according to seller
- Marks to stiffener on inner face of the bonnet and on the crossmember behind the grille
- The vendor describes panel and door alignment as impeccable
- Interior woodwork in very good condition
- The vendor describes the interior patina as superb
- Grey blue leather trim in very good order as shown in photos
- Door cards and fabric headlining also in very good condition
- Wooden steering wheel with horn and JAGUAR badge present
- Chrome closing fittings in good condition and functioning correctly
- Side windows, windscreen and rear window all in good condition
- Michelin tyres fitted in 2022, with approximately 4,500 km covered since fitting
- A set of seatbelts included with the vehicle
- Car radio present but not connected due to negative earth incompatibility
- Blue carpets complement seats and appear in good order
- Clean boot area with clean black vinyl mat
- Chrome wire wheels in good condition as shown
The Mechanics
- 3,781cc straight-six engine producing 220 bhp
- 4spd ‘Moss’ manual gearbox with factory optional overdrive
- Shock absorbers replaced in 2022
- Recent stainless steel exhaust fitted
- Cooling system reported to be effective with vendor stating car does not overheat
- Known small oil leak present at the power steering box seals
- Current technical inspection valid to 2029 as detailed above
- Invoice totalling over €14,000 by specialist dated 2025 as shown in photos
- Summary of recent recommissioning work below and detailed in photos
Summary of recent work during late 2025 and 2025:
- Engine oil change
- Oil filter
- New inter starter and battery cut-off switch
- Replacement of hose
- Clutch paste
- Clutch transmitter and receiver
- Replacement of 4-piston front brake calipers
- Complete replacement of the wiring harness
- Ignition harness and charge regulator
- Battery cut-off switch
- New cylinder head cover gaskets
- Steering tie rod pins
- Replacement of overdrive solenoid
- New headlight optics with LEDs
- New fuel pump and cleaning of fuel tank
- Cleaning and replacement of the carburettor needle
- Reinforced engine mounts
- Silentbloc heating mount and control cable
- Replacement of the rev counter generator
- Restoration and resetting to zero of speedometer/odometer
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