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- 1968 Jaguar 240 Saloon
1968 Jaguar 240 Saloon
Lot Number: 163
1968 Jaguar 240 Saloon
Nicely restored, UK-supplied, matching-numbers 240 that has covered just over 45,000 miles.
There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid
- Sold for an undisclosed sum.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 25th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Biege -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
LUX 130F -
ODOMETER READING
45400 Miles
SALE ROOM NOTICE
Please note on arrival to the auction it was noted that the dynamo pulley was noisy. The cost to repair this will be paid by the Vendor
SUMMARY
Nicely restored, UK-supplied, matching-numbers 240 that has covered just over 45,000 miles.
DESCRIPTION
- The final development of the Mk2, the 240/340 range was introduced in September 1967 with the 240 still available until early 1969
- Differences from the Mk2 were mainly cosmetic with reshaped rear bodywork, slimmer bumpers and Ambla upholstery
- The 240 engine now had a straight-port cylinder head, twin HS6 SU carburettors and offered 133bhp at 5,500rpm and 100mph
- Having been enjoyed by four previous keepers, this lovely example was purchased by our vendor in 2012 prior to commencing a sympathetic cosmetic restoration
- Subject to a bare metal respray in its original Jaguar Beige (2014) and all brightwork re-chromed by A.C.F Howell (2014)
- Re-veneered interior Walnut trim, refurbished original seats, new carpets, door cards etc. from Aldridge Trimming
- Correct Dunlop cross-ply tyres on new wire wheels (refurbished originals included), new radiator and heater box
- 45,500 miles supported by extensive documentation including a photographic record of restoration, receipts/invoices for all work done, 21 MOTs from 1978, nine tax discs from 1986 and its Jaguar Heritage Certificate
- Always garaged, driven only in dry/warm conditions and has been serviced and MOT'd each year. Current MOT valid until August 2023
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 163
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- 240
- Registration Number
- LUX 130F
- MOT Expiry
- 22/08/2023
- Chassis Number
- 1J1636DN
- Engine Number
- 7J1686/8
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Biege
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
100 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
The paintwork and brightwork is in perfect condition showing no deterioration since the restoration completed in 2015. Wheels as new. Tyres minimal wear. All glass in good order.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Carpets, door cards all as new. Wood veneers in same -as new- condition following restoration. All dials original and working - having been cleaned but clock is not working. Seats (original but refurbished 2015) in excellent condition. Headlining clean and in no defects.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Good clean overall impression. Current mileage 45,400 Drives as it should - no defects to report. Some oil drips when standing but only what you might expect.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Runs well. Invoice showing new clutch fitted in 2000 by previous owner. Gears change easily including overdrive. The differential was changed for a reconditioned unit in 2012.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Brakes (pipes/ calipers etc) were refurbished in 2012. Original steel wheels were refurbished and are provided but the car has new spoke wheels (2015), and Dunlop Vintage Tyres - new in 2013 done less than 4000 miles.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
All in good working order.
Vehicle History
Remarks
The V5 shows 4 former keepers. I purchased the car in 2012. The car was cosmetically restored as described between 2012-2015. It has been garaged, driven only in dry / warm conditions and has been serviced and MOT'd each year.
Restoration Notes
Bare metal respray (in original colour), (2014), all brightwork re-chromed by ACF HOWELL (2014) Re-veneered interior walnut trim, refurbished original seats, new carpets, door cards etc from Aldridge Trimming, tyres replaced with vintage Dunlop crossply tyres, on new spoke wheels (the original (refurbished - colour matched) steel wheels included), new radiator, and heater box.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
TBC
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