1969 Jaguar E-Type Series II Coupe

4,235cc DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
3 SU Carburetors (See text)
265bhp at 5,400rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*Lovely example of Jaguar's legendary E-Type
*Presented in the factory-delivered color combination and matching chassis, engine, and gearbox
*Excellent example for rallies and tours, such as the Copperstate 1000
*Offered with CA black plates, tools, and JCNA Heritage Certificate

THE JAGUAR E-TYPE

Introduced in 3.8-liter form in 1961, the Jaguar E-Type caused a sensation when it appeared, with instantly classic lines and a top speed of 150mph. Nowadays it would be impossible for a single model to cause such a stir, but here was a civilized production sports car that looked like a Le Mans prototype and could outperform just about anything else on the road.

The first significant upgrade occurred in October 1964, with the launch of the 4.2-liter version. Along with the bigger engine came a user-friendlier gearbox and servo brakes. From September 1968, Series II E-Types, incorporating safety upgrades previously fitted only in America, were released worldwide. In addition to revised lighting and switchgear, the front air intake was larger and sat behind a full-width bumper.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

According to its Jaguar Heritage Certificate, the Series II offered here was manufactured on March 3rd, 1969, with the chassis, engine, and gearbox it still bears to this day. Originally distributed through British Leyland in New York, the car wore British Racing Green on the exterior and Black on the interior – colors it still wears today following a high-quality restoration from its caring former owner, a certain Mr. Peter Brinkwart.

Through the book describing the whole restoration process, we learned that this New York enthusiast purchased the car from California with its original black plates, shortly after which he decided to undertake its restoration and preservation.
Through the process of the entire deconstruction of the car, it was noticed that the car was exempt from any rust, which leads us to think the car stayed in California all its life prior to Mr. Brinkwart's purchase. From there, all parts were treated and put back to like-new condition, with the objective of keeping as many original parts and hardware as possible. Suspensions, brakes, gearbox, and main shaft were all entirely rebuilt, while the engine was gifted with a 1967 tri-SU carburetor setup, as well as a Mallory Unilite distributor, and new hoses. The interior was also treated with new leather and an entire interior kit.

Under Mr. Brinkwart's ownership, the car was taken to a few JCNA meetings and concours, from which an official Judging Score Sheet remains, showing an impressive score of 996.8 points. Following its purchase in 2012, the current seller decided to show the car at the 2014 Ironstone Concours in Northern California, where the car received an Award of Merit.

The car is accompanied by its original black CA plates, book partially describing the restoration process of the car, work receipts, its Jaguar Heritage Certificate, and original tools. After a ten years ownership, this superb Series II E-Type FHC is ready for a new home and lucky owner!