Lot details
Registration No: 752 XVT
Chassis No: 161473DN
Mot Expiry: Aug 2007

More widely admired than any other Jaguar saloon, the MKII now seems synonymous with the 1960s. Leaner looking than its MKI forbear, the reduced girth of its A, B and C posts not only gave occupants a far airier glasshouse but also presented onlookers with a rather more elegant shape. Built as a monocoque, it featured independent coil-sprung front suspension, a well-located 'live' rear axle and all round disc brakes. Available in 2.4 litre, 3.4 litre and 3.8 litre guises, the larger-engined variants soon became known as capable sports saloons. A reputation underscored by their racing siblings' numerous track victories against assorted Mini Cooper and Ford Galaxies etc opposition. Although, slower on paper, the 3.4 litre cars nonetheless boasted some 210bhp and 216lbft of torque whose output was more than sufficient to ensure a circa 120mph top speed and spirited acceleration especially when fitted with the desirable four-speed plus overdrive manual gearbox.
Finished in black with red leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "excellent" condition with regard to its 3442cc engine, four-speed manual plus overdrive gearbox, electrical equipment, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres (though, he considers the interior trim to be "very good / original"). The seller also states that: "This vehicle was 'rescued' from a barn in Staffordshire in the early 1980s by Alan Hibbert of Shepley Lane Garage, Marple. In the mid 1980s Shepley Lane Garage carried out a total restoration at a cost in excess of £20,000. At this time the mileage was 43,700 and is believed to have been correct as the vehicle had stood in the barn for many years. Upon completion of the restoration the car was sold to a Mr Stevens of Stockport who kept it for nine years until 1997. During this period the vehicle travelled a mere 1,775 miles. Since 1997 the car has attended several shows / rallies and in 1999 it won 2nd prize in the Jaguar Drivers' Club at Gawsworth Hall. Also in 2004 it won a prize for 'Best MKII' at the Tatton Park Classic Car Show, Cheshire. The vehicle comes with a current MOT certificate until August 23rd 2007, historic class (free) road tax until September 2006, buff logbook, fifteen old MOT certificates, tool kit, books and manuals. The car has been a real pleasure to own / drive and is only being offered for sale in an effort to downsize my collection".