Vehicle Description
Offered for sale is a 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series II Coupe featuring
a number's matching 4.2L DOHC Inline 6 cylinder engine and 4-speed
manual transmission. This well-kept classic Jaguar has a long term
ownership history dating all the way back to 1979, with complete
exterior restoration being completed in 1981, along with an engine
overhaul in 2007. The new owner will inherit a 1970 Jaguar E-Type
Series II owner's manual, JDHT Trust Certificate, and complete
vehicle history binder upon purchase!
History of the Jaguar E-Type Series II Coupe:
The XKE series Jaguar was an instant success from the moment it
appeared on the automotive scene in 1961! The new model featured
monocoque construction, 4-wheel independent suspension, disc
brakes, along with rack & pinion steering. As each new generation
improved, it continued to offer more features to buyers and, as a
result, becoming known as "the prestigious luxury sports car from
England!" Improvements included improved brakes, better suspension,
superior interior comfort, more significant cooling, and bigger
displacement engines. The Series II of the E-Type Jaguar came about
in 1968 that featured a wrap-around rear bumper, larger
repositioned turn signals & tail lights, a larger grille opening
which now featured twin electric cooling fans for better cooling,
open headlamps, redesigned toggle switches on the dash, as well as
twin Strombergs replacing the triple SU's under the hood.
Description of this 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series II Coupe For
Sale:
We are proud to offer a well documented 1970 Jaguar E-Type Fixed
Head Coupe that has been fully restored in Carmen Red over Black
interior! Dispatched from England in March 1970, this gently used
Jaguar remains highly optioned with its original 4.2L DOHC Inline 6
cylinder engine and 4-speed manual gearbox. Additional features
include telescopic steering column, chrome 72-spoke wire-spoke
wheels with winged spinners, 1" whitewall radial tires measuring
205/75R15, along with an upgraded Grant leather-wrapped steering
wheel, and more!
With documented history, dating back to the late 1970s when the car
was in the care of Robert M. of a Middleton, MA, it later sold in
March 1979 to Deborah W. who had a racing affiliation to Suffolk
Downs Thoroughbred Horse Racing Track in East Boston, MA. At the
time this classic car sold with only 48,028 miles on the odometer.
The new owner would enjoy this particular model sparingly for only
2.5 years before selling to owner Clarence M. of Lynnfield, MA with
48,903 miles. Clarence immediately had the vehicle restored &
repainted in October 1981 by Brookline Jaguar before presenting it
to his wife as a gift. It would trade hands in 1985 to longtime
owner Paul G. of Nashua, NH. Paul maintained ownership for the next
22 years and added limited mileage before commissioning a full
engine overhaul in 2005 which included a new engine .030 rebore,
new pistons, new bearings, rebuilt head, rebuilt radiator, along
with a new clutch, master cylinder, stainless steel exhaust system,
and more. Once hinting to a friend that he was thinking of selling
his treasured Jaguar FHC, word traveled to Jerry Baker of Houston,
TX who would purchase the car in November 2007 with only 50,800
miles on the odometer! The vehicle would remain in Texas for the
balance of its life calling San Antonio home.
Today, this 1970s Jaguar is for sale with only 53,248 miles showing
on the odometer which appears correct when compared to the vehicles
provided historical records. In preparation for sale to its new
owner, the St. Louis Car Museum recently performed the following
services in February 2020: replacement of the entire cooling system
hoses/clamps to the radiator, coolant reservoir, & heater system;
new coolant, engine oil/filter change, new air filter, fuel filter,
& NGK spark plugs; new upper/lower ball joints, sway bar bushings,
tie rod boots; new braided stainless steel brake lines & rear brake
pads; speed balanced all 4 tires, along with fresh carburetor
adjustment and new fuel. We feel it could not be more ready for the
upcoming warmer weather. This is a beautiful classic that
represents the rarest of left-hand-drive Series II E-Types at only
3,785 FHC units produced between 1969 and 1971. Accompanying the
purchase of this particular Jaguar is the all original tire
changing equipment, original owner's manual, JDHT Certificate of
Trust, and a detailed log of ownership history that is conveniently
binder organized.
The St. Louis Car Museum team proudly offers classic and collector
car sales, storage, detailing, and financing services to
enthusiasts around the world! We also work closely with a number of
trusted transportation and shipping companies for our client's
convenience. If you would like to set up a time to view this ready
to drive Jaguar in person, please contact one of our
representatives at (800)957-5707 or by messaging us today!
