Highlights
- Right-hand drive 3.8-litre example with a manual gearbox and overdrive
- Upgraded with a 123 electronic ignition system and stainless steel exhaust
- Recently subject to a comprehensive mechanical overhaul
- Has spent most of its life in the dry climate of South Africa - exported from new and repatriated in May 2021
The Appeal
Offered alongside the Mark 2, the Jaguar S-Type was pitched as a more luxurious alternative, with increased rear passenger headroom, a bigger boot and most notably, independent rear suspension from the Mark X.
This early example was exported to South Africa when new, remaining there until 2021 when it returned to the UK - undoubtedly benefitting from the dry climate all those years. This is the spec collectors are looking for, as it’s right-hand drive with the larger 3.8-litre straight-six, a manual gearbox and overdrive. It even has power steering, which has been rebuilt by a specialist in recent years.
The vendor has owned it since import and has carried out a great deal of mechanical work during their custodianship, refurbishing all the key systems and incorporating several sensible upgrades.
Subject to a recent service and ready to enjoy, this classic Jag awaits its second UK keeper.
The History and Paperwork
- Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
- We’re informed that it had a valid technical inspection upon arrival in the UK
- Owned by the vendor since 2021 - the sole registered keeper since import
- Exported to South Africa from new in right-hand drive
- V5C present
- Age-appropriate UK registration plate
- Jaguar Heritage Trust Heritage Certificate
- South African registration documents present
- Substantial history file containing numerous invoices
The Condition
- Finished in cream over red upholstery
- Straight and solid-looking bodywork
- All four doors appear to fit well
- The wire wheels present impeccably, as do the chromed centre spinners
- The brightwork all looks very smart, with no notable imperfections
- The underside presents very well, with no indication of significant corrosion or any damage
- Some sign of emerging corrosion to the front valance, just behind the bumper
- The upholstery is free from heavy wear
- No sagging is evident to the headlining
- The carpets present well, with some light wear in places
- The woodwork is in reasonably good condition, although would benefit from some refinishing
- All the controls, instruments and switchgear appear in good order
- Period accessory Moto-Lita steering wheel fitted
The Mechanics
- The last full service included changing all fluids: brake system, engine, gearbox and rear axle
- 3.8-litre XK DOHC straight-six
- Newly refurbished carburettors fitted
- Four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive
- Equipped with power steering - for which the steering box has been professionally rebuilt
- 123 electronic ignition fitted and any necessary electric work sorted out
- New coil, HT leads and spark plugs
- Front suspension overhaul including all-new rubber bushes, track rod ends, top and bottom ball joints, shocks and springs
- New front discs/pads and callipers rebuilt with new seals and flexible hoses
- New brake master cylinder
- Front subframe mounts replaced
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