Lot details
Registration No: FTT786D
Chassis No: 1B5293DN

- Only 68000 recorded and credible miles

- Manual with overdrive

- Original interior, woodwork and headlining

Having launched the technically refined MKX in 1961, Jaguar was concerned that the perennial MKII might seem outmoded by comparison, so set about creating a more sophisticated and luxurious version to address the problem. Called the S-Type, it was available with either 3.4 or 3.8-litre twin carburetter versions of the ubiquitous XK DOHC straight-six engine and sold from 1963 to 1968. The visual differences included: longer rear bodywork and extended rear roofline, which gave rise to a larger boot and more rear seat headroom respectively; slimline bumpers front and rear; deeper rear mudguards in place of the MKII spats. The major technical change was the adoption of independent rear suspension (an adaptation of the MKX system) in place of the MKII's live axle, though the newcomer also featured a higher-geared Burman power steering set up and an updated heating and ventilation system. The more sumptuous interior included a MKX style walnut fascia and wider front seats etc.