1969 Jaguar E-Type Series II 4.2 Roadster

Since the launch in 1961 of the Jaguar E-Type it has received many accolades supporting its legendary design and power; including Enzo Ferrari who described the E-Type as, "the most beautiful car in the world'.

As with all motorcars that underwent progressive design and improvement, the Series II E-Type benefitted from open headlights without glass covers, a wrap-around rear bumper, re-positioned and larger front indicators, tail lights below the bumpers and more comfortable seats. Standard Series II upgrades also included uprated brakes and twin electric fans enabling better cooling.

Like the late series 1½ cars, the engine is easily identified by the change from polished to ribbed cam covers and whilst the US specification cars were detuned with twin Strombergs and larger valve clearances, the UK cars retained triple SU carburettors and the much tighter valve clearances as fitted to this vehicle. A total of 18,809 Series II cars were produced by Jaguar, of which only 775 were built in the "Roadster' body style and righthand drive configuration. The accompanying Jaguar Heritage Certificate testifies that this car was originally supplied on 13th August 1969 to Jaguar's main dealer, Henlys of London, in its original form of righthand drive, open two-seater with 4-speed manual gearbox. Beautifully presented in Jet Black with black roof and Cinnamon leather interior, this car shows evidence of a comprehensive restoration, completed some years ago when many new parts were replaced and the body was prepared to a high standard with beautifully executed paintwork. Since 2002, a renowned classic car enthusiast has beautifully maintained this fabulous car in the dry conditions of Italy. Having recently returned to the UK, this vehicle has been carefully inspected and serviced and is in very good overall condition. The engine is reported to pull strongly as you'd expect from the 4.2 unit whilst the gearbox is accurate and tight propelling the car swiftly when asked.

This superb and desirable convertible Series II E-Type is supplied with a V5C registration document, a current MoT test certificate to December 2014 and an original Jaguar Heritage Certificate to confirm its authenticity.