1969 JAGUAR E-TYPE

Full Description:

1969 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 – 4.2 Roadster – Matching Numbers | Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate | Fully Restored

Hamilton Gray’s Limited are delighted to offer this exceptional 1969 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 – 4.2 Roadster, presented in arguably one of the most desirable colour combinations of Ivory with Bordeaux leather upholstery, matching carpets and Black Mohair hood.

Originally dispatched to New York, USA in 1969, this matching-numbers example was imported into the UK in 1989, where it underwent an extensive bare-metal restoration lasting approximately three years. Since completion, the car has covered just 14,324 miles, fully supported by 21 historic MOT certificates, providing complete confidence in the documented mileage.

Originally finished in Light Blue with Black trim, the car now presents beautifully in its current specification, perfectly complementing Malcolm Sayer’s timeless design. It is supplied with its Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, confirming its matching numbers and original factory details.

Full Specification includes:

4.2-litre XK Six-Cylinder Engine

Four-Speed Manual Gearbox

Matching Numbers

Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

Professionally Converted to Right-Hand Drive

* Chassis No. 1R8597

* Engine No. 7R4272-9

* Ivory Coachwork

* Bordeaux Leather Interior

* Black Mohair Hood

* Three Previous Owners

* Just 14,324 documented miles since restoration

The restoration was completed to a superb standard and included extensive structural rebuilding with new floors, inner and outer sills, boot floor, a fully rebuilt engine and cylinder head, gearbox overhaul, rebuilt suspension, braking system, complete leather retrim, new dashboard and instrumentation. The underside has also been professionally Waxoyl protected throughout, including inside the sills and box sections, and detailed underside photographs are available.

The history file is exceptional, containing a substantial collection of invoices, restoration records and MOT certificates. More recently, the car has benefited from significant expenditure by respected Jaguar specialists, including a full compression test confirming an excellent, healthy engine, carburettor overhaul and tuning, suspension and steering refurbishment with new bushes and track rod ends, gearbox oil service, dashboard refurbishment, electrical and heater control work, full service, four-wheel geometry and comprehensive road testing.

Mechanically, the E-Type is everything a properly restored example should be. The rebuilt 4.2-litre engine starts instantly, pulls strongly throughout the rev range and maintains excellent oil pressure. The gearbox changes beautifully, the steering is precise, the suspension inspires confidence and, importantly, the car is free from the oil leaks so often associated with classic Jaguars. It drives without fault and is equally suited to touring, concours events or simply enjoying on the open road.

The current owner, a retired University Mechanical Engineering Professor, purchased the car after carrying out an incredibly detailed inspection of every aspect of its condition. Unfortunately, due to ill health, he has reluctantly decided to offer this exceptional example for sale.

Finding a correctly restored, matching-numbers Series 2 Roadster with documented provenance, extensive history and outstanding mechanical condition is becoming increasingly difficult. This is a genuine collector-quality E-Type that is ready to be driven and enjoyed immediately.

Walk-around video available upon request.

Part exchange welcome. Finance available. Nationwide enclosed delivery available. Viewing strictly by appointment through Hamilton Gray’s Limited.

Please Note:

The above Specification is as accurate as we can establish,

but it is ultimately the responsibility of the Purchaser to

check the details of the vehicle to their satisfaction before

buying. Hamilton Gray’s are Not Responsible ‘Post Sale’

Date of Registration 01.05.2012 / 12m MOT

Additional Information:

We have the V5 logbook and will look after your cherished transfer with the DVLA if you own a cherished plate.

Any inspection is welcome and viewings are highly recommended at our indoor showroom. We are based in Loughborough, Leicestershire which is just 5 minutes drive from Junction 23 of the M1.

We accept all major debit or credit cards and finance is available, subject to status.

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