1969 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 Fixed Head Coupe

Description

Unveiled at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, the Jaguar E-Type ushered in a new era of sports car design and engineering. Beautiful body lines, unrivaled performance, and racing lineage combined to make the E-Type an immediate sensation. With its surprisingly affordable price, it was an instant sales success and a motoring icon adored by collectors and enthusiasts for more than half a century. Changes were introduced gradually to early Series 1 cars (1961-1968), including a larger 4.2-liter engine, open headlights, twin cooling fans, and a change in dashboard design, giving rise to the so-called Series 2 cars in 1969. In addition to its ergonomic and mechanical improvements over the earlier cars, the Series 2 E-Type was also made available with optional power steering and air conditioning, making them overall more user-friendly. 

According to its Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, this left-hand drive Series 2 Fixed Head Coupe (FHC) was completed on 2 October 1968 in Ascot Fawn over Cinnamon Connolly leather and dispatched to Jaguar Cars, New York, just nine days later. Since then, it is said to have had just four documented owners from new and benefits from a comprehensive mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment undertaken in November 2021. Few classic sports cars offer the tremendous blend of gorgeous looks, effortless drivability, and six-cylinder power offered in this beautifully presented Series 2 E-Type FHC.

Highlights

• Finished in British Racing Green (circa 2010) over a light tan leather interior

• Powered by a 4.2-liter “XK” inline-six-cylinder engine rated at 246 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque

• All-synchromesh four-speed manual transmission

• Equipped with Classic Air air conditioning

• Subject to a comprehensive refurbishment completed in November 2021, which reportedly included:

  • Total paint correction, including wet sanding, compound, polish, and wax

  • Steering wheel was removed and restored, stained to match the shift knob

  • New horn button

  • Rewired and replaced fuse boxes

  • Restored interior light

  • Dash clock restored, AA battery conversion

  • Replaced brake and clutch pedal covers

  • Cam covers were removed and repainted, with Cometic gaskets were installed

  • Replaced spark plugs

  • Replaced high-tension wires and mountings

  • Replaced condenser and coil

  • Replaced both drive belts

  • Replaced engine breather filter and gaskets

  • Replaced left and right tie rod ends

  • Replaced left and right upper and lower ball joints

  • Balanced all four wire wheels and replaced hub caps with winged knockoffs

  • Replaced gas filter

  • Replaced air filter and refinished in the correct color

  • Replaced low-pressure brake lines

  • Flushed and bled brake lines

  • Replaced rear chrome license place panel

  • Restored cigar lighter

  • Replaced both radiator caps

  • Alignment

• This E-Type Series 2 FHC is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just under 68,500 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• 15-inch knock-off wire wheels

• Chrome bumpers with over-riders, front and rear

• Chrome dual exterior rearview mirrors

• Chrome dual exhaust outlets

• Vented hood

• Manual windows

• Wood-rimmed steering wheel and shift knob

• Upgraded Kenwood stereo

• Reclining bucket seats

• Seat belts

• Cigar lighter

• Map light

• Locking glove box

• Four-wheel disc brakes  

Known Imperfections

• Imperfections in the paintwork commensurate with the age of the repaint

Included

• Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate

• Original removed wheel center caps

• Operating, maintenance, and service handbook

• Assorted Jaguar E-Type workshop manuals

• Spare tire

• Mallet, jack, and ratchet tool

Ownership History

This E-Type Series 2 FHC is said to have had only three prior owners in California, Nevada, and South Carolina prior to its acquisition by the Vinginia-based consignor in 2021.

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete.

Optional vehicle service contract available for $1,200. Learn more about the program here. *Sales tax may be applicable.