2016-04-29 14:58:19 | Lofty writes:

For sale at Silverstone Auction May 2016
www.silverstoneauctions.com/1968-jaguar-e-type-series-ii-roadster-7565

1968 Jaguar E-Type Series II Roadster

Registration: BAN 391G
Chassis Number: 1R1023
Engine Number: 7R20499
Number of cylinders: 6
CC: 4235cc
Year of Manufacture: 1969
Estimate (£): 65,000 - 70,000

This original UK, RHD Series II example was first registered on 29/11/1968 finished in the lovely colour combination of Dark Blue complemented by Grey Leather.

Purchased by our vendor in 2007, the car has been subject to comprehensive work since purchase. This work was undertaken by marque experts Brain Steven's Restorations who have maintained the car over the past 9 years. The work included a new clutch in 2008, and later, in 2009, at a cost of £7,000 the car was subject to a full rebuild of the fuel system along with other re-commissioning and remedial work.

In 2012, the car received further major maintenance with the fitting of new inner and outer sills, replacement of suspension mounts, new rear quarter wings and boot floor to address corrosion issues. The lower half of the car was repainted and polished to blend seamlessly with the rest of the paintwork.

Alongside these bodywork repairs, the mechanics of the car were granted similar attention. The gearbox was rebuilt and the engine stripped and checked, with new tappets, and the crank was reground and modified for an improved oil seal conversion.

Later in 2013, the brakes were next with the replacement of the brake master cylinder and all the relevant seals.

The car has a fantastic history file with many invoices and past MoTs, and there is even paperwork dating back to 1976 along with the Buff logbook for the vehicle.

A cracking E-type that has been subject to much expenditure and maintenance, this car has a proper patina and a lovely feel and is ready for the next owner to use and enjoy.