Vehicle Description
Synonymous with the swinging `60s and the hit TV Series Inspector
Morse, the Mk. II was undoubtedly the most admired Saloon to
emanate from Jaguar's hallowed Browns Lane factory. Featuring
notably slimmer roof pillars than its Mk. I predecessor, the
immortal Mk. II was as airy on the inside as it was elegant on the
outside. The interior was quintessentially British with its
sumptuous leather-covered seats, polished wood facia and door
cappings, extensive instrumentation and impressive row of auxiliary
toggle switches. These cars punched well above their weight.
Equipped with either a 3.4 litre or 3.8 engine, the Jaguar was
capable of sprinting to 60mph in as little as 8.5 seconds and on to
a top speed of 125mph - small wonder that it was the first choice
of both bank robbers and the police of the period! This manual with
overdrive 340 Saloon is presented in what is described as unmarked
green paintwork with beige trim. A three owner car and showing just
under 75,000 miles, which the vendor believes can be supported by
the old MoT test certificates. It is offered with original log book
and service booklets alongside the original toolkit and jack. A
recent MoT has been carried out which extends until March 2018, and
we are told the car is mechanically sound, with a recent stainless
steel exhaust, upgraded power steering, an alternator and
electronic ignition. Sitting on refurbished wire wheels this is a
very attractive and well priced example with desirable
specification. For sale by auction on Saturday 23 September 2017
with Historics at Brooklands, Brooklands Motor Racing Circuit,
Weybridge, Surrey, Call 01753 639170
