Jaguar E type 4.2 S2 3C Manual '69

This highly optioned matching-numbers Jaguar E-Type 4.2 S2 3C Manual was delivered new in the USA and therefore features a short final drive, allowing brisk acceleration to legal cruising speeds. It comes in the classic Opalescent Silver Grey with black leather, entirely original on the seats, door panels and even the boot – made notably practical thanks to its three-door layout.

Equipment includes chrome wire wheels, original mirrors, excellent panel alignment (Spaltmaßen), a wooden sports steering wheel, twin sports exhaust, modern radio in classic style, air conditioning and two seatbelts.

The 4.2-litre straight-six – identified by its black cam cover and considered the most reliable and maintenance-friendly E-Type engine – is fitted with an extremely expensive brand-new set of Weber 45 DCOE carburettors and an aluminium radiator. The Italian-designed Weber 45 DCOE is famed for its high airflow, immediate throttle response and mechanical purity, used on numerous sports cars including Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Lotus, BMW and Ford race engines.

The body is straight and solid, and although the paint is older, it remains perfectly usable as-is or can serve as a solid base for future concours restoration.

Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an expert report including the following.

Technical data

• Make: Jaguar
• Model: E-Type 4.2 S2 3C Manual
• Year: 1969
• Engine: 4,235 cc straight-six
• Transmission: Manual gearbox
• Colour: Grey
• Mileage: 39,276 km (indicated mileage – see our km/miles video)
• Chassis number: 1R40494
• Steering: Left-hand drive

Condition and remarks

• Older professional restoration
• Bodywork: Repainted; normal signs of use
• Paintwork: Repainted; scratches and marks; still presents reasonably well
• Underside: Exhaust system old and due for replacement
• Tyres: In good condition
• Interior: Original with signs of use; carpets used
• Chassis number: Not compliant; hole drilled at VIN location (front right)
• Engine bay: Good, unrestored
• Engine: Runs well but needs tuning; fluids required; non-matching
• Maintenance: Service required
• Battery: Old, to be replaced
• Clutch: Works; slave cylinder slow to return
• Gearbox: Works well
• Brakes: Working
• Handbrake: Adjustment required; more than 50% imbalance
• Electrics: Horn inoperative; wipers do not return; washer inoperative; heater and dash OK
• Axles/Suspension: Adjustment required; play in left rear bearing

Documentation

• Belgian registration papers

Strong points

• Matching-numbers example
• Highly optioned Series 2 with Weber 45 DCOE setup
• Original interior in good condition

Available for viewing at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter.
Request the full inspection report via info@oldtimerfarm.be or +32(0)472.40.13.38.
Viewing possible with or without appointment – lift inspection available.
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Km/miles explanation video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po