Highlights

Attractive and well-maintained car
Primrose Yellow colour with a new roof (2025)
Significant mechanical servicing since its arrival in France five years ago
Recent engine and structural work, new clutch, starter and fuel pump
Vehicle inspection valid until October 2030

The Appeal

This Jaguar E-Type Series 2 immediately draws the eye in its Primrose Yellow finish, particularly suited to summer use. It is an American-imported vehicle that arrived in France five years ago, since which substantial mechanical and structural work has been carried out.

Work has notably included repairing the engine mounts (“Tower Eiffel”), an engine re-work, and the replacement of the clutch, starter and fuel pump.

The vehicle is presented with care, with a few signs of usage visible in the photos. The black canvas roof, recently replaced, as well as the new seat foam and the mats provide a real upgrade.

The seller also notes:
“I own two other classic cars, but the Type E really stands out with its exceptional style.”

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1970
Factory build: May 1970 (according to the body sticker)
Replacement chassis plate showing number 1R13576
The original chassis, engine and registration plate is also available (see photos)
Old US registration, retaining US-specific side indicators
Collector’s vehicle registered in France
Imported from the United States about five years ago
Selected by the specialist dealer Revivalmotors (according to our information)
Significant works carried out since import (detailed below)
Technical inspection valid until October 2030, with a few notes to be aware of
Full maintenance folder visible in the photos
New roof fitted in March 2025
Restoration photos and documents available

Summary of recent works since arrival in France (more detail in the photos):

Engine removed, Eiffel Towers sandblasted and painted
Top end overhauled with new studs
Radiator, starter, crown gear, clutch, fuel pump, stainless steel exhaust are new
New master cylinder, brakes, and tires are all new.
New convertible soft-top

Buyers will note that the VIN plate is not the factory item. The vendor states that the factory plate was removed and replaced with the one seen on the photos during the refurbishment of the 'Eiffel Towers.' The original plate is provided with the car as shown in photos.

The Condition

Primrose Yellow paint in generally good condition, with some defects visible in photos
Chips on the door edges
Good bodywork presentation and well-aligned panels
Structural repairs carried out on engine mounts and floors
Soft top new, but left-hand side hook defective
Satin chrome wire wheels with matching spare
Recent tyres (per seller's information)
Black leather interior with fresh foams and mats
Seat leather, especially driver's, in need of restoration
Only one wiper needs replacing out of the three
Small dent on the bonnet (masked by the number plate)
Bodywork, paint and chrome judged in very good condition by the seller
Overall condition rated as good

The Jaguar E-Type Series 2 introduced a range of new colours, including the Primrose Yellow shown on this example. The paintwork and body present a handsome overall appearance, and the car has benefited from recent structural repairs on the engine mounts (“Tower Eiffel”) as well as on the floors.

The black interior is a blend of old and new elements: the seats have new foams, but their leather would benefit from re-trimming. The carpets are also new.

The Mechanics

Inline XK engine 4.235 litre, six cylinders
Manual 4-speed gearbox
Extensive maintenance since import (see list above)
Low mileage since works completed
Play in the steering detected
Suspension silentblocks to monitor
Few notes raised at the technical inspection

This car has benefited from significant mechanical investment since arriving in France five years ago. The works are listed above and include notably a head gasket overhaul and a new clutch. The seller also notes a few points to watch, already mentioned previously.

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BEFORE BUYING

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✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, meaning that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s terms and conditions.

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