2025-01-21 18:18:30 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1970-jaguar-e-type-42-ots-series-ii-gOD5rn

Seller's description:

1970 Jaguar E-Type

Colour Red

Odometer 2,929 Kilometres

Engine size 4200cc

Seller Type Private

Town Rhone Alpes

Country France

Highly faithful to factory specifications

Long-term ownership since 2011

Full mechanical overhaul carried out during current ownership period

Recent new mohair carpets and soft top

This 1970 two-seater convertible is an original example of the beloved E-Type Series II. It has been in the hands of the current owner since 2011 and has been very well maintained by its current owners. The Jaguar is stored in a heated garage and has undergone a substantial mechanical overhaul.

History and Documents

MOT valid until 02/01/2026

Carte Grise Normale

Three previous owners listed

Supplied new in the USA in left hand drive

Now registered in France with an additional French chassis plate (pictured)

In the hands of the current owner since 2011

2,929 km indicated

Stored in heated garage throughout current ownership

Bodywork apparently free from corrosion and in excellent condition

Bright paintwork with only one small scratch noted by the vendor

Original black leather interior

Recent new carpets

Recent new mohair soft top

As the photographs show, this Jaguar presents beautifully for its age.

The bodywork looks great in this vintage red, and you'll notice that this car retains all the hallmarks of an E-Type Series II.

The body looks straight and solid, with good door and panel fit, while the chrome bumpers, trim and spoked wheels are all beautifully presented.

We were not informed of any noticeable wear apart from the superficial imperfections that virtually any car of this age is likely to exhibit.

The interior trim is lightly patinated, a testament to its originality, while the installation of a new mohair soft top ensures that this Jaguar remains very usable in all weathers.

Powertrain

DOHC 4.2-litre XK in-line six-cylinder engine

Twin carburettors

Substantial mechanical overhaul carried out during current ownership

Four-speed manual gearbox

Impeccably presented engine compartment

CT to 02/01/2026 with no items reported

Jaguar enlarged its XK in-line six-cylinder engine during the production of the Series I to provide more torque. The 4.2-litre block was actually no more powerful than its 3.8-litre predecessor, but the increased capacity allowed drivers to accelerate in fourth gear without needing to downshift into third. This proved to be a popular improvement. Series II was the last E-Type to feature the XK engine before the arrival of Jaguar's less-desirable V12.

According to the seller, this example is great fun to drive, with solid performance and piece of mind to go long distances.

In addition to the extensive engine work, the mechanical overhaul included clutch replacement, a new starter motor, a new alternator and an overhaul of the braking system. By all accounts, this E-Type is ready for use.