1968 | Jaguar E-Type (2+2)

Lot details

Year: 1968
Make: Jaguar
Model: E-Type Series II 2+2
Registration: JSA 209G
Chassis No: 1R40274BW
Engine No: 7R3529919
Mileage: 78,331
•: Fully restored in 2011
•: Just 2,125 miles covered since

Launched at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, the Jaguar E-Type was nothing short of a revelation. With its heady blend of supercar performance, breathtaking styling and low price tag, the newcomer left rivals reeling and customers clamouring. Early sportscar racing success at the hands of Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori amongst others helped cement its reputation. Built as a monocoque with a front sub-frame to cradle the engine, the model's combination of all-round independent suspension, rack and pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes gave it excellent road holding and handling capabilities. The Jaguar E-Type Series I 2+2 was designed to be a more practical version of the legendary E-Type, with a longer wheelbase and additional interior space. It was produced from 1966 to 1967, and it featured a 4.2 litre inline-six engine that produced 265 horsepower. One of the most notable features of the Jaguar E-Type Series I 2+2 is its sleek and timeless design. The car has a long, flowing hood and a low-slung profile that gives it a sense of speed and power.

Manufactured on October 2nd1968, this example was initially exported to California in 1969 via New York dealer BMC/Jaguar Cars in British Racing Green. Repatriated in 2010 it was subject to a full nut and bolt restoration over 2010 and 2011 with the car converted to right hand drive and from its original automatic gearbox to manual, a far more desirable combination for the 4.2 litre series II. During the restoration the engine was fully rebuilt including lead free conversion, as was the manual gearbox and the car was painted in metallic blue with fully detailed invoices supplied in the history file. Returning to the road in June 2001, with a mileage of 75,919 the car then continued its shake down and improvements with further bills for over £14,000 found in the file before being sold to a private collector in 2016 at 78,044 miles.

Our vendor purchased the car in 2020 with the car having covered a mere five miles in four years whilst in the collection so swiftly serviced and returned the car to the road. Described as being in excellent condition the vendor has used the car sparingly to visit local shows and can be described as a Jaguar enthusiast owner. Having covered a mere 2,125 miles since its restoration this example is offered with the Heritage certificate, V5C registration, service and operating manuals and various invoices. Consigned by Mathew Priddy