| 4.2 Jaguar E-Type | Pale Primrose | ||||
| Open Two Seater | Black | ||||
| Left Hand Drive | Black | ||||
| British Leyland, New York | |||||
| 4 April 1969 | |||||
| 7R4262-9 | |||||
| 4R2833 | |||||
| KE5768 | |||||
| 6 March 1969 | United States | ||||
| 1969 | Silver | ||||
| 2026 | Black | ||||
| Nice Driver | Black | ||||
| Original | Wokingham | ||||
| Berkshire | |||||
| Original |
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Duplicate engine number in book, assumed to be mistranscribed
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2015-12-23 10:05:09 | pauls writes:
Car to be at auction 1/16
www.coys.co.uk/cars/1969-jaguar-e-type-series-2-roadster
Auction description:
ESTIMATE £35,000-£38,000
Auction 2016 Autosport International
Lot Number 348
Reg. Number UK Registered
Chassis Number IR8708
Year 1969
Make Jaguar
Model E-Type Series 2 Roadster
This well sorted example has just enjoyed extensive recommission work during 2015, which involved attention to many areas of the car, supported by a sheaf of invoices to support the work completed. Supplied with a UK V5 and heritage certificate, and described as being in good condition in all respects, this lovely Roadster offers a very affordable way to enjoy E-type motoring.
2016-01-17 14:28:15 | pauls writes:
Additional description from above auction:
The work included the following:
Remove engine and replace core plugs, and clean water ways
Replace clutch plates, bearing, slave cylinder and skim flywheel
Replace brake fluid reservoir
Replacement of fuel tank, lines, pump, sender and filter
Refurbish both carburetors and replace choke cables
Fit new speedometer cable
Replace exhaust down and centre pipes
Replace all anti-roll bar links and front ball joints
Rectify any wiring issues as required
Perform a full service and give the car a new MoT certificate
Supplied with a UK V5, MoT and heritage certificate, and described as being in good condition in all respects, this lovely Roadster offers a very affordable way to enjoy E-type motoring.
2026-03-28 10:37:56 | pauls writes:
Car returns to market 3/26
www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1969-jaguar-e-type-series-2-ots-n7GNEn
Seller's description:
1969 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 OTS
Colour Silver
Odometer 28,599 Miles
Engine size 4200cc
Transmission Manual, 4 speed
Steering position Right Hand Drive
Seller Type Private
Wokingham, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Extensive restoration work in 2018 with supporting invoices
Matching number car with heritage certificate present
Comprehensive mechanical overhaul in 2015
Replacement speedometer fitted in 2015 with mileages declaration document in photography section below
Odometer reads 28,599 - actual mileage covered & documented is approximately 77,700
Currently stored in climate-controlled dry storage
Exercised regularly and reportedly driving nicely
This rare Series 2 is the coveted Open-Two-Seater (OTS) variant, resplendent in a fetching shade of metallic silver. It was originally supplied to the United States in left-hand drive, but following repatriation in 2015, the Jag has undergone an extensive rebuild including conversion to right-hand drive.
The current owner has used the vehicle almost daily, demonstrating its reliability and usability as a classic that can be enjoyed rather than merely displayed. Accompanied by its heritage certificate and comprehensive documentation of work carried out, this E-Type represents an opportunity to acquire a well-sorted example of Jaguar's iconic sports car.
The vendor says:
"The vehicle was bought as a wedding present and is in daily use by myself. Only selling as my wife does not like driving it as the bonnet is too long and it’s too powerful., I will be sorry to see it go myself"
History and Paperwork
Chassis number: 1R8708
Exported to New York in 1969 and reimported to the UK in 2015
Heritage certificate present
Importation & HMRC documentation from 2015 present
Extensive recommissioning work carried out in Hampshire in 2015 (invoices to support)
3 years later the car was comprehensively restored (2018 invoices to support)
Jaguar operating, maintenance and service handbook present
Very reluctantly selling as owner's wife does not like driving it
The Condition
Currently in climate-controlled dry storage with very minimal corrosion
Resprayed in metallic silver; originally Pale Primrose Yellow
Some minor chips and marks to the paint noted, but nothing egregious
Chrome appears in very good condition
Slight dint to the near side sill
New mohair hood recently fitted
New floor pans and sills fitted during its restoration in 2018
Interior presents well for its age with some patina on the door cards and seats
Carpets and dashboard present exceedingly well
New carpets also fitted in 2018
The Mechanics
4.2-litre XK straight-six
Four-speed manual transmission
Appears in good mechanical condition, currently being driven daily
Reportedly starts first crank without fail and is running very well
Replacement speedometer, fuel tank, exhaust, clutch, fluid reservoirs, and lights fitted in 2015 - Actual documented mileage is close to 77,700 plus to a few additional miles in daily usage
New suspension fitted in 2018
Webber carburettors fitted in 2018
Reportedly handles exceedingly well, with ample performance, good suspension and strong brakes
2026-04-02 17:59:37 | Capt RD writes:
Highest bid £52,000
Reserve nearly met
Auction ended: 2 April, 14:26



































































