Lot details Registration No: YSJ 393 Chassis No: 203114DN Mot Expiry: Nov 2010
For many the definitive Jaguar sports saloon, the MKII was introduced in October 1959. A peerless blend of elegance and muscularity, its super sleek shape clothed an evolution of the Coventry marque's first monocoque design. Powered by derivatives of the same XK DOHC straight-six engine that had swept Jaguar to five Le Mans victories, the MKII was quick to dominate contemporary saloon car racing. Equipped with coil-and-wishbone independent front suspension, a leaf-sprung Salisbury rear axle and servo-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, the range-topping 3.8 boasted nearly seven times the horsepower of a Mini 850 and a 126mph top speed! Blessed with one of the all time great automotive interiors, its stylish instrumentation, rich wood veneers and sumptuous leather upholstery all conspired to cosset and cocoon occupants.
Finished in red with beige leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "very good" (engine, four-speed manual plus overdrive gearbox, bodywork, paintwork), "good" (electrical equipment) or "excellent" (interior trim) condition. Reportedly supplied new to an Edinburgh customer in January 1961, `YSJ 393' is further understood to have benefited from an extensive restoration programme over the last several years. Refurbished and resprayed the bodywork plays host to fresh door seals and much new chromework. Mechanically, the Jaguar has been treated to an engine overhaul (reground crankshaft, rebore, unleaded cylinder head conversion, new pistons and bearings etc) and rejuvenated gearbox not to mention the fitment of electric power steering. `Poly Bush' suspension bushes throughout and fresh rear springs / dampers. Riding on new wire wheels and sporting a replacement exhaust system (stainless silencers / rear pipes), the handsome saloon also boasts a renovated interior incorporating a new boot mat, carpets and trim panels where necessary. An appealing proposition, this 3.8 litre MKII is offered for sale with assorted restoration photos, Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate and current MOT valid until November 2010.
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