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1R20550

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Record Creation: Entered on 5 September 2022.

 

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2009-09-26 01:54:31 | XKE Data writes:

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  • Notes From Heritage Record was added: Registered: PWL 566J
  • Heritage Notes

    Registered: PWL 566J

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    2007-06-07 18:31:31 | pauls writes:

    Ebay item 6/7/07
    cgi.ebay.co.uk/E-Type-Jaguar-Series-2-Coupe-1970_W0QQitemZ180125933527
    Current bid £11,000 reserve not met, 1 bid, 2 days left in auction. 88k miles.

    Sellers description:
    A 1970 Series 2 E-Type Jaguar Coupe in Red with Tan interior. I purchased the car 11 years ago from The E-Type Centre in Staffordshire, the previous owner also retaining for 11 years.

    I have MOT's going back to 1981. Car comes with full 12 month MOT and is Road Tax exempt. Service invoices are available for my period of ownership plus some documentation from previous owners. As part of a small collection the car has done limited mileage in recent years but has had some significant work done, mainly an engine re-build in 2005, and has done less than 1000 miles since fitting of a new clutch and stainless steel exhaust. Car has been Carcoon stored when not in use.

    Engine runs very sweetly with good oil pressure and car is overall mechanically very sound. A new driveshaft universal joint has only just been fitted. Interior is original, reflecting age with new footwell carpets approx 3 years ago. All electrics working. Bodywork has not been resprayed since purchase hence some bubbling of paint in areas and would benefit from some tlc. Chrome wire wheels fitted.

    So, a totally useable Red E-Type with 12 months MOT ready to go for the summer.

    Chasis No: 1R20550 Engine No: 7R93169

    2008-07-22 18:57:34 | pauls writes:

    Car now offered at:
    www.classiccarsmagazine.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php
    Same description.

    2022-09-05 09:03:21 | pauls writes:

    A car is at auction 9/22 it does not appear to be the same car however is being sold with this VIN. Buyer beware, it is not a factory data plate. It is certainly possible the car posted in '07 was a typo. Very little info was given at that time and from what was given they cannot be the same car.

    themarket.bonhams.com/en/listings/jaguar/e-type-series-2/522354ac-e292-4664-9c2d ...

    Auction description:

    Selleronarz

    Location: The Market HQ Abingdon, United Kingdom

    Seller Type: Private

    Odometer Reading: 99997

    Gearbox: manual

    Steering position: RHD

    Colour: Red

    Interior: Black

    Estimated Price: £40,000 - £50,000

    The current owner purchased this coupé in September 2013 (on his late father’s birthday) to honour his passion for classic cars. But, after almost nine years of ownership, “It’s time to move on”.

    According to the vendor, the car’s third owner undertook an extensive rebuild in the mid-to-late 90s and the car’s condition, though decent, evidences not having had much done to it since then. As part of the rebuild, the colour changed from the original pale blue exterior and grey leather interior to the red bodywork and black upholstery it dons today. The rebuild is responsible for the lack of wing mirrors, as when it was restored, the previous owner didn’t want the doors drilled. However, this isn’t a big job should a prospective buyer want to reinstate these.

    The only things the current owner has replaced are the clutch, thrust bearing (in 2014), and the mechanical contacts for the electronic ignition, all in the effort to make this motor more drivable. The owner says: “The car runs sweet” and recalls taking it on several long-haul trips (including one from Newbury to Dorset) and to a car show in Penzance. Beyond the memories, it’s comforting to know the car can manage the best part of a 500-mile round trip without needing a pit stop. As a result, the car has ticked up 99,997 miles, so the lucky punter who takes this car away will likely have the privilege of crossing this significant 6-figure milestone.

    The V5C states that there have only been four keepers, but there’s actually been five, including the seller. That’s because the vendor never updated the logbook with his details. So, technically any prospective buyer will be the sixth owner. As such, whoever takes this car away may need to do some further investigation to sort this

    On the Outside

    The body is monocoque, meaning the chassis is integral with the body, with a brazed Reynolds tubing front sub-frame. For E-Types, rustproofing was not a high priority. As a result, the door sills and floor pan (mentioned later) show evidence of rust. There is also a blemish on the front driver’s side panel near the headlight, and the paintwork on the top of the passenger door shows evidence of damage.

    On the Inside

    Inside the cabin, the textured aluminium central dashboard of the Series 1 was changed to a more practical vinyl in the Series 2. Headrests were supposedly introduced as part of the enhanced safety features of the Series 2, but for some reason the seats in this example are nowhere to be seen. The interiour looks decent overall, but upon close inspection, there are a few details that would benefit from some attention. For instance, there is a scuff to the vinyl on the centre console, the radio speaker covers could do with being replaced and the floor pan on the driver’s side shows evidence of rust under the carpet. Under the boot floor an aluminium spoked spare wheel is stored and the boot looks tidy, which is good news as this is often an area that succumbs to rust.

    Underneath

    Under the bonnet packs the long-lived, 4,235cc DOHC inline 6-cylinder engine and a 4-Speed Manual Transmission. This gives the Series 2 more torque than its predecessor (at 283-lb/ft) and 265bhp at 5,500rpm. Overall, things looks pretty tidy and there don’t seem to be any obvious leaks, though there is evidence of mild surface rust on the 2 Stromberg Carburetors. As the best part of six years have passed since the car last had an MOT, the innards (particularly the gearbox) and oil pressure would benefit from a deeper inspection.

    There isn’t anything noticeably untoward other than that the front bulkhead, especially around the mountings for the engine rails, shows evidence of rust. To ensure the 4-wheel independent suspension is able to deliver the cossetting ride and tenacious handling it should, it’s probably worth checking out the wear on the bushes and bearings of the rear suspension.

    History Highlights

    The car comes with a Heritage certificate and a slightly patchy service history. That’s because the owner didn’t use it all that much, doing the best part of 3,000 miles over the 9 years he’s had it. As such, the last MOT was carried out six or seven years ago. With this in mind, it will likely be in need of an oil and filter change, at the very least.

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