*Late Entry: Lot 146A* 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series II Roadster

This 1970 Series II E-Type Roadster finished in the unusual, yet very period Ascot Fawn colour, is worthy of a second look. Boasting a claimed sub-23,000 miles from new and reputedly having had only two owners in its lifetime, this left-hand drive car has clearly been cherished and saved from the molestation which often comes through poor restoration or unnecessary upgrades.

Retaining its original and correct six-cylinder 4.2litre engine, which again portrays all the signs of limited use but consistent care, the power plant fired up easily and held good oil pressure. The gear change was precise and steering accurate on our short test drive, however we would recommend to any future buyer that they budget for a new clutch in the next few thousand miles as the biting point is quite high. That aside, she's mechanically sound.

The Ascot Fawn paint is not for everybody but it is refreshingly unusual to see this colour on an E-Type. It was repainted in 2012 before export to the UK and this was done to a high standard and is in keeping with the patina of the car's interior. We would however recommend "flatting back' this fresh paint in order to lose that "enamel' look that comes with fresh paint. The black leather interior and carpets are in honest and usable condition, but not vying for the attention of any concours judges. The soft-top hood is in very good order and provides a great fit - something not easy to achieve! The car does have a tonneau for when the hood is down, but one may choose to replace this as its aged more harshly than the rest of the car.

Imported from the USA in September of 2012 but with full EU taxes paid, this car has American title and a full UK MoT to February 2014 making it ready for registration.