1962 Jaguar Mk II 3.8

Description

Modifications to Jaguar’s first small saloon of unitary construction – the 1955 Mark I – resulted in what most consider to be the best-looking, quintessential Jaguar saloon. Mark II of 1959 improved upon the Mark I design with a larger greenhouse, bigger side and rear windows, a wider rear track that did away with the full fender skirts, a new grille, and integrated fog lamps. The interior remained a thing of beauty, with a walnut veneer dash, Smiths instrumentation repositioned in front of the driver, a row of toggle switches, and supple leather seats. The 2.4 and 3.4-liter versions of the “XK” inline-six engine were joined by Jaguar’s biggest offering at the time - the 3.8-liter XK six-cylinder producing 220 horsepower and capable of a 125 mph top speed. The Mark II’s centerpiece, however, was its Dunlop disc brakes derived from those on the 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With performance better than most sports cars of the day and the practicality of a saloon, the Mark II set the standard for its class and today remains highly sought after by Jaguar enthusiasts. Refinished in elegant white, this 1962 Jaguar Mark II was subject to a sympathetic cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment and now presents as a splendid numbers-matching example.  

Highlights 

• 3.8-liter XK inline-six with a numbers-matching cylinder head, topped with dual SU carburetors 

• Borg-Warner three-speed automatic transmission 

• Subject of a sympathetic cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment in completed in November 2023 which included: 

  • Refinishing the exterior in white 

  • Refinishing the exterior chrome and stainless steel 

  • Refurbishing the window frames 

  • Refinishing the interior wood trim 

  • New 15 inch chrome knock-off wire wheels 

  • Replacing all four wheel cylinders 

  • Replacing the brake master cylinder 

  • Rebuilding the power steering system 

  • New stainless steel exhaust system  

• Dealer-installed, trunk-mounted air conditioning system 

• Red leather interior 

• Offered with its Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate confirming original build specifications 

• This is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just under 60,200 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Jaguar leaper hood ornament 

• Exterior chrome trim 

• Fog lights 

• Dual exterior rearview mirrors  

• Two-spoke steering wheel 

• 140 mph Smiths speedometer 

• Aftermarket JVC stereo 

• Analog clock 

• Cigar lighter 

• Front vent windows 

• Rear quarter vent windows 

• Front bucket seats 

• Rear bench seat 

• Lap seatbelts 

• Rear folding picnic tables 

• Wood accents on the dashboard and door panels 

• Locking glove compartment 

• Red carpeting 

• Four-wheel disc brakes 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor paint blemishes on the rocker panels 

• Minor paint bubble on the front driver’s-side door 

Included 

• Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate 

• Jack 

• Spare wheel and tire 

Ownership History 

According to its accompanying Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, this 1962 Jaguar Mark II was completed on 12 April 1962. It is said to have been delivered to the original owner at the factory in Coventry prior to being shipped to their home in Houston, Texas. The consignor reports acquiring the car in September 2023. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Caroline Cassini Phone: 973.902.8188 email: ccassini@hagerty.com