1966 Jaguar Mark X 4.2

Highlights

Meticulously restored in 2016
Comprehensive documentation including expert reviews and Jaguar Heritage Trust confirmation
Registered as a historic vehicle in Poland
Part of a large collection of British cars

The Appeal

Launched within a year of the groundbreaking E-Type, the Jaguar MkX made use of much of the same technology, becoming Britain's largest monocoque car and boasting such modern features as four-wheel disc brakes and independent rear suspension. Enormous, luxurious, and powered by a Le Mans-winning DOHC engine, the MkX was a seriously impressive car. Ot would remain in production for nine years, later renamed the 420G.

This 1966 MkX, originally sold by a Jaguar dealer in Madrid in 1966, has a fascinating history that spans several countries. It was sold to a customer in Switzerland in 1969 and later found its way to Poland in 2016, where it underwent a meticulous restoration. The restoration was carried out to the highest standards, albeit with a departure from the original colour scheme and gearbox, as confirmed by the Jaguar Heritage Trust.

A comprehensive set of documents accompanies the car, including invoices for parts and work, expert inspections, and Jaguar Heritage Trust documentation. Registered as a historic vehicle in Poland, it has been part of a large collection of British cars and driven very little since 2020. While it may benefit from a service and light recommissioning, it is reportedly driving well.

History and Paperwork

Originally sold by a Jaguar dealer in Madrid in 1966
33,600 miles indicated
Sold to a customer in Switzerland in 1969
Came to Poland in 2016 and underwent meticulous restoration
Comprehensive documentation including expert reviews, Jaguar Heritage Trust confirmation, invoices, arrival photos, Heritage Trust documentation memory stick, and service manual
Registered as a historic vehicle in Poland
We're informed that the car has a current Polish technical inspection

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The Condition

Handsome two-tone paint scheme - helps beak up the sheer size of the MkX
Very smart bodywork, paint and trim with little in the way of notable wear or corrosion apparent in the photographs
We're advised of some paint damage and corrosion in to the end of one of the sills (photographed)
The vendor also notes some scratches the paintwork, but nothing especially noteworthy
We note that all four doors appear to fit well
Interior upholstery in very nice condition overall, with very little wear to report
Varnished wooden parts have a few cracks but remains serviceable
Retro style radio fitted
Spare wheel included under a cover

The Mechanics

4.2-litre 'XK' DOHC straight-six
Three-speed automatic gearbox
Electrical cut-off switch located in the glove box
The vendor comments that it starts very nicely, drives smoothly, brakes evenly and shifts gears seamlessly
We're advised that the car may benefit from servicing due to limited use since 2020

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