Highlights

£9,000 recent engine, clutch and gearbox overhaul
Classic ‘Inspector Morse’ style with Coombs features
Recently MOT confirms structural and mechanical condition
Very good bodywork and smart red leather interior
Desirable 3.4 with MOD specification
MOT and Tax Exempt

The Appeal

The 3.4 MOD Mk2 was the preferred choice of the ner-do-wells, the gangsters determined to outrun the rozzers. They preferred the 3.4’s sweet-revving responsiveness compared to the larger 3.8.

They’d like this car then. But it’s got its sights firmly on the other side of the law. It was restored some years ago as a neat copy of the iconic Inspector Morse Jaguar - where John Thaw had to make do with a 2.4 though, the buyer of this car gets the bandit-beloved bigger motor.

Since September 2023 the mechanicals have been brought up to the same high standard as the structure and interior. £9,000 has been invested across the cylinder head, clutch, carburettors, brakes and gearbox via a model specialist. The car has covered very few miles since and is said to be in excellent mechanical order.

A recent MOT underlines the condition. This is a well kept, well maintained and very distinctive example of the aficionado’s choice of Mk2.

History and Paperwork

First registered 16th June 1964
Chassis records show this car was built in late 1963
Factory fitted with MOD overdrive unit
Only seven registered keepers
Current keeper acquired car in June 2023 and is only selling due to unforeseen circumstances
Previous keeper was a neighbour of current keeper and owned car for 12 years
HPI clear
Previously painted grey which was changed to red/black in April 2009
MOT history supports regular but sparing use since 2010 with only 5,000 miles covered
Vendor states that the displayed mileage is correct but we cannot verify this
MOT to 17th August 2024 with one minor advisory subsequently rectified
27,272 miles showing on MOT test and now on 27,800 miles
Comes with a fresh MOT (didn't need it but shows that it is still in great condition)
£9,000 spent with specialist since September 2023 detailed below
Registered in 1964

Recent maintenance:

January 2024 - £2,800:

Remove engine and gearbox
New clutch
Oil seals
Rear crank seal
Fan belt
Heater matrix

December 2023 - £3,900:

Cylinder head removal, strip and rebuild
New shims
Clean up and paint engine block
Rectify cam chain tensioner
Ignition coil
Spark plugs

September 2023 - £2,700:

Carburettor rebuild
Spark plugs
Distributor
Top & bottom hoses
Air filters
Overhaul brakes & fluids

The Condition

Restored in 2009 in classic ‘Inspector Morse’ colour scheme
Deep red paintwork with black painted roof in good order
Due to the age of the restoration buyers should anticipate some light signs of age
Bodywork presents very well with good door bottoms, sills and arches
Underside also in good condition with no structural advisories on last MOT
Fitted with modified narrow rear arches rather than spats and Coombs bonnet grilles
Sits on steel wheels with painted finish and chrome hubs like the Morse car
Factory spare wheel with tool kit in boot
Red leather interior in well-kept condition showing only light signs of age
Leather is well-kept and equipped with front and rear belts
Inertia reel seatbelts recently fitted at front with originals supplied with car
Wood veneers are well kept with light signs of age and delamination to note
Carpets in good order with headlining also well-kept
Vendor reports that some chromework is slightly pitted

The Mechanics

3,442cc straight six XK Jaguar engine
4spd ‘Moss’ manual gearbox with overdrive
£9,000 recent mechanical overhaul detailed above
Car is on the button and drives very well according to seller
Vendor reports that driving the car highlights how good the recent work was
Very smooth and good performance according to seller
One minor advisory on last MOT which we are told has been rectified
No reported running or driving issues

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