Lot details
Registration No: 3743 AT
Chassis No: 1534580N
Mot Expiry: May 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 dark blue with burgundy leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "very good" (paintwork), "excellent" (electrical equipment, bodywork, tyres) or "as new" (3442cc engine, five-speed manual gearbox, interior trim, chassis) condition. First registered on January 2nd 1961, '3743 AT' was reportedly treated to "a complete ground up rebuild including engine and body during 1999 - 2001". Upgraded with power assisted steering and a Getrag five-speed manual gearbox as part of the £26,000 plus refurbishment, the Jaguar also gained new leather upholstery, fresh carpets and re-veneered wood trim. Riding on wire wheels, it is said to have covered just 9,000 miles or so since work was completed. Beautifully presented, '3743 AT' is offered for sale with a Heritage Certificate, old MOTs, restoration receipts / details, MOT certificate valid until April 29th 2007 and historic class (free) road tax until April 31st 2007.