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1966 Jaguar Mk2 3.4 (Manual)

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Sold Price

£14,740

Mileage~66,231
TransmissionManual with Overdrive
Engine3.4L
LocationSheffield

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1966 Jaguar Mk2 3.4 (Manual)

I WANT ONE

Introduction

Paul Wright

Professional Consigner

A cruiser or something to tackle the town in – the Mk2 Jaguar is more than your average saloon.

Created for the new age of long-distance motorway cruising, with the potential to traverse the continent with comfort and space, the Mk2 Jaguar established the company as one of the world's foremost manufacturers of sporting family cars. An elegant evolution from the original models, the introduction of the 1959 Mk2 utilised the advanced series of XK engines which powered the E-Types. Soon establishing itself as something of a literal everyman car, its race-track provenance continued to enhance Jaguar's reputation as the producer of finely tuned sporting cars.

Towards the end of the car's life, the specifications were mildly tuned down to reflect the more competitive pricing of the Mk2, but the character and virtues remained intact. The 3.4-litre with twin SU HD6 carburettors and manual overdrive gearboxes is often considered one of the more sought-after Mk2 versions. Producing a useful 210 bhp, these finely balanced cars still feel genuinely quick to drive.

This well-presented example comes to the market from a ~2 year ownership. It is a UK home market RHD and is presented in "Opalescent Golden Sand" over red leather interior, with a manual gearbox with overdrive, and a 3.4L engine. The car received a body restoration by a previous keeper in the early 2000's. Whilst in Chris the vendor’s ownership, it has been used very little other than the odd run out on a sunny day.

This listing was written from information supplied by Paul after meeting Richard the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

I got the car to use regularly as an affordable luxury classic.

Richard purchased the Jaguar a couple of years ago with a view to use the car regularly and even as a daily through the summer. With various work commitments and some hectic running about, the relaxed daily commute never happened, which meant the Jaguar has spent most of its time in storage throughout his ownership – which is the reason for the sale of the 60s classic.

Richard

Vehicle Owner

Richard saved £2,520* when they
sold their Jaguar with us.

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EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

Finished in Opalescent Golden Sand, the Mk2 Jag has stand out presence on the road.

Wheels and Tyres

Fitted with wire wheels, these are in good condition with just a light amount of tarnishing. Looking through the invoices, these were replacement items in the restoration. The tyres are a matching set of Vredestein Sprint Classics and have plenty of tread remaining.

Please see the image gallery for more photographs.

Bodywork

Looking around the car, the Jaguar presents very well. The panel gaps appear to be equal and there were no dings or dents spotted when we visited the car. We didn't spot any obvious corrosion either, and again, looking at the invoices you can see that any corrosion was treated in the restoration.

We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our hi-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

Finished in the stunning "Opalescent Golden Sand", the paintwork is in excellent order. The car was repainted as part of the restoration, and looks to have completed under ~5,000 miles since. There are no obvious chips to mention other than a couple of minor blemishes which have to be looked for.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there yourself. So please take the time to fully assess these hi-resolution images and videos of the car to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

All windows are in good order for their age, with no excessive scratches or marks. The seals and chrome trims are all in good condition. The car received the "Coombs" spats as part of the restoration too.

All of the lights are free from damage and the chrome work has a bright finish with just a very minor amount of tarnishing in a couple of areas.

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INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

The red leather is a classic look against the gold exterior and works perfectly.

Seats and Carpets

All of the interior appears to be original, therefore it does have some signs of patina to the leather in keeping with the age of the Jaguar, but it does add some nice character to it.

The red carpets are in good condition throughout the cabin, and in the boot the spare wheel is present along with a knock-off hammer.

Dashboard

The beautifully crafted wooden dashboard is in excellent condition, along with the fascia which has no splits or cracks to the lacquer.

The instruments are said to be working correctly and the odometer shows a reading of ~66,231 miles.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The original steering wheel is in good order and doesn’t have signs of excessive wear or use for its age.

The same can be said for the four-speed gear stick, the red leather surround looks good too.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

A 3.4-litre inline-six is the perfect unit for the Mk2, offering a fine balance of performance and economy.

Engine and Gearbox

The 3.4-litre fires up without hesitation and runs super smoothly, with no issues reported by the vendor.

On the road, the Jag pulls well through the four-speed gearbox, which does have overdrive. There was also a new clutch fitted in 2010.

Suspension and Brakes

Out in the car, the Jaguar is a joy to be in; it soaks up the road perfectly with no knocks or bangs from either corner.

The disc brakes all around ensure the Mk2 comes to a stop in a straight line, with a firm feel to the pedal and no juddering.

The Drive

Driving the 1966 Jaguar Mk2 is a charming, vintage experience. With its sleek curves, wood interior and leather seats, it feels classy and nostalgic.

The 3.4-litre engine offers smooth, lively performance, while the steering adds to its engaging, analogue feel. It’s not modern, but it’s full of character and a great experience.

Electrics and Other

All switchgear appears to function correctly, and the switches are cosmetically in good condition.

There is a period-looking head unit installed, which does have Bluetooth connectivity.

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History and Paperwork

Coming to market from ~2 year ownership, this UK RHD comes in a desirable specification with manual gearbox with overdrive, was restored in the early 2000's and has the original handbook, service book and a stack of previous MOT certificates making up the history.

The Jaguar’s history file is quite comprehensive, with previous invoices present along with old MOT certificates and the original service book which some stamps.

A lovely, well-presented British classic which is very usable and is easily capable of keeping up with modern-day traffic – with the added bonus of being super cool, it’s a Mk2 Jag after all.

We’ve carried out our usual seller checks, including verifying photo ID, the V5C, and an HPI check. This confirms the car has not been stolen, written off, or has any outstanding finance. Please note: This check does not include mileage verification.

We’ve summarised the car based on the seller’s information above. As always, we go to great lengths to photograph and film the car in high-resolution detail so you can make your own informed assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So grab a cuppa, sit back, and enjoy reviewing everything in this listing.

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Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
19.07.2017	MOT	66,169
19.07.2016	MOT	66,150
19.08.2015	MOT	66,065
13.08.2014	MOT	65,485
12.07.2013	MOT	65,420
14.04.2012	MOT	65,326
23.03.2011	MOT	65,207
01.04.2010	MOT	65,074
26.02.2009	MOT	64,945
11.03.2008	MOT	64,415
17.05.2006	MOT	64,415
18.05.2005	MOT	64,021
28.04.2004	MOT	63,141
05.06.2003	MOT	62,420
28.01.2003	Service	61,876
05.06.2002	MOT	61,003
27.04.2000	MOT	60,756
19.08.1997	MOT	60,775
09.07.1996	MOT	60,381
30.07.1995	MOT	60,248
19.05.1994	MOT	59,482
19.04.21993	MOT	58,655
07.07.1991	MOT	58,552
31.05.1990	MOT	58,235
06.07.1989	MOT	58,640
19.07.1967	Service	17,788
08.06.1967	Service	15,243
31.01.1966	Service	11,425
30.09.1966	Service	6,069
07.07.1966	Service	1,886
10.06.1966	Service	596