1960 Jaguar Mk2 3.8-litre Manual/Overdrive

• A delightful Jaguar Mk2 3.8 Manual/Overdrive car delivered new to South Africa
• An early matching-numbers example identified by the smooth matt black dashboard centre, pendant accelerator pedal and recessed sunvisors
• Presenting superbly throughout finished in Indigo Blue with contrasting red leather upholstery and chrome wire wheels
• Repatriated in 1990 with a recent sympathetic restoration completed by the Lewmark Auto Company
• Sensible upgrades, with more modern motoring in mind, include an alloy radiator, four-pot front brake calipers, Koni Classic shock absorbers and a stainless steel exhaust.

For many, the definitive Jaguar sports saloon, the Mk2 was introduced in October 1959. A peerless blend of elegance and muscularity, its sleek lines 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 Mk2 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 its lucky occupants.

Chassis number 201608DN’s manufacture was completed on the 20th of July 1960 according to the accompanying Jaguar Heritage Certificate and was supplied new to South Africa. This desirable, original right-hand-drive example is fitted with the 3781cc straight-six engine mated to the four-speed manual Moss transmission with overdrive. Notable as an early Mk2, 910 NMY features recessed sun visors, pendant throttle pedal and smooth matt black centre dash section. Understood to have served with the South African police, it differs from standard cars being fitted with a large CAV Dynamo and regulator, which are understood to be police specifications. The Mk2 was repatriated into the United Kingdom in the 90's.

This matching-numbers example is fitted with four-pot front brake calipers, recently replaced rear brakes and Koni Classic shock absorbers. Benefitting from restoration work in 2020-2021 by Cricklewood-based Lewmark Auto Company which included a respray, interior refresh, carburettor overhaul with new jets and needles, a new aluminium radiator with Kenlowe fan, renewed heater matrix and further works and services which can all be seen in the included receipt from Lewmark Autos for over £5,000. Replacement triple-plated front and rear bumpers have also been added.

Accompanied for sale by a current V5C, a USB-stick documenting the restoration works that's been published into a hardback book, both wooden and original steering wheels, the Jaguar Heritage Certificate, MOT Certificate until Feb 2023 and the most recent restoration and service invoice for c.£4,000.

This Jaguar Mk2 3.8 is a handsome and well-travelled example of the of the much loved and admired 60s family sports saloon, presented with recently restored bodywork and fully resprayed in Indigo Blue. Now offered in good order throughout, it would make a fantastic addition to any collection of British classics.