Highlights

Timewarp car finished in Mist Grey over burgundy leather
One registered keeper from brand new
Very good condition inside and out
Sweet-revving 3.4L motor with relaxing auto box
Recent engine work and full service
One of the earliest remaining Mk2 3.4 cars

The Appeal

Here is the kind of car that does not come along often: it has had a single registered keeper throughout its whole 65 years. We doubt there is another Mk2 quite like it.

Finished in factory-correct Mist Grey with burgundy leather interior, this 3.4L car, with relaxing auto box, appears to be highly original and beautifully preserved. Checking the photos is like being transported back to May 1960 when it first left the showroom. Even the registration plate is original. The signs of age, and they are all minor, merely add a light dusting of extra character to this loveliest of classics.

Despite very sparing use in recent years, the maintenance file records healthy chunks of investment that will clearly benefit the buyer. The work has included removing the front suspension to replace the crank seal and sump gaskets, replacing the water pump, overhauling the brakes and of course completing a full service. Although MOT exempt, the last MOT in 2022 shows no advisories. The car has only covered 250 since that test.

Here is an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a very early RHD Mk2 in a rare colour and one keeper from new. It is a really lovely car that we hope finds an equally caring new keeper.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 2nd May 1960
Factory built with automatic gearbox as RHD 3.4
Single registered keeper from new
Has remained in the same family throughout its life
Original registration plate
Factory documentation and handbooks as shown
Jaguar brochure and service book
Stamped buff log book as shown
Old MOTs to support displayed mileage
The mileage is believed to be genuine but this is not verified
MOT records show only 899 miles covered since 2007
Last MOT expired June 2023 with no advisories
86,998 miles showing on last MOT test and now showing 87,224 miles
Lots of history as shown in photos
Suspension removed and crank seal and sump gasket replaced 2022 costing £2,223
This work included a service and new water pump
Brakes and other minor work completed prior to 2022
JDHT certificate verifies current colour scheme and specification according to seller

The Condition

Factory-correct Mist Grey paintwork in very good condition as shown
Paintwork shows few signs of age or use and has bright, even finish
Bodywork is very well kept with usual Mk2 check areas such as arches, sills and door bottoms presenting well
If we are being exceptionally picky one of the door inner edges shows a tiny amount of bubbling
Wing tops around marker lights in good order and worth checking in photos
Boot floor presents well with no obvious structural deterioration in photos
Panel fit indicates quality of presentation with flush doors and even spat fitment
Vendor describes the car as highly original
Exterior chromework is in very good order with straight, untarnished bumpers and window trims
Lights in good order with clear headlights and uncracked rear lenses
Sits on original steel wheels painted white with Jaguar chrome hub caps
Quality vintage style Excelsior tyres fitted showing good sidewall condition and plenty of tread
Red leather interior in good order with some light creasing and cracking to seat backs
Seats remain presentable but buyer may wish to attend to or preserve originality
Interior appears to be original and unrestored so some light patina to be expected
This includes the above plus light ageing to door cards as shown
Fitted with front armrest between front seats as shown
Front seats have lap belts
Veneers are very well kept and appear to be original so light patination visible
Red carpets in good order throughout car
Fitted with period radio and original two-spoke Bakelite wheel
Headlining is factory correct and in good order with no obvious damage
We understand that the lights, electrics and switchgear all work correctly

The Mechanics

3,442cc Jaguar XK straight six engine
3spd automatic with column shift
Recent attention to brakes, sump gasket and crank seal
Recent service in 2022 with few miles covered since
No advisories on last MOT that expired in in June 2023
Car has covered only 250 miles since last MOT test
No reported running or driving issues

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