2026-02-11 14:18:23 | pauls writes:

Car offered at:

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1969-jaguar-e-type-series-2-42-22-fhc-automatic-g ...

Seller's description:

1969 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 4.2 2+2 FHC Automatic

Colour Yellow

Odometer 30,371 Miles

Engine size 4235cc

Transmission Automatic, 3 speed

Steering position Right Hand Drive

Seller TypePrivate

Coventry, West Midlands, UK

Previous owner for 43 years

Only two former registered keepers

Older bare metal repaint in original Primrose Yellow

Very usable 2+2 car with relaxing auto box

Rare factory power steering

Matching numbers example

Low mileage of 30,371 miles supported by MOT records

This 1969 car is quite the find, a three-keeper car that has been in the hands of the previous owner since 1983. It features one of the models’ most appealing shades, Primrose Yellow, and is reported to have covered just 30,000 miles from new. The car’s extensive MOT records, part of a large history file, indicate that this figure could be correct. 

The car is in fine condition. The paintwork was refreshed as part of a bare metal repaint some years ago, since when it has been little used. There are some points to note in the photos, but with its practical long-wheelbase layout, optional power steering, and relaxing auto box, this matching-numbers Series 2 is ready to enjoy. 

The vendor says: 

"You should definitely come and have a look at AGO if you are an enthusiast of these cars. Find another. Yes, it requires minor work as not a concours or show car at this stage, but what a car - a keeper for someone, worth a lot of money and very likely to hold its value." Bear in mind 2 previous owners & previous owner’s ownership almost 4 decades.”

History and Paperwork

UK market right-hand-drive car

First registered 6th June 1969 

Two former registered keepers

Previous owner since July 1983 

Good history file including many invoices and parts lists

Original Jaguar E-Type workshop manual included

MOT certificates dating back to 1983 showing 7,314 miles at that time

Comes with a fresh MOT

Current mileage of 30,371 miles is believed correct, but cannot be fully warranted

Full engine and gearbox rebuild documented from 1987

V5C present

VIN: P1R35338BW

The car has covered around 900 miles since 1997 

Stored in heated garage for 20 years 

The Condition

Finished in Primrose Yellow over Black leather

Full bare-metal respray completed in 2000

Paintwork presents well with some age to note due to older restoration 

Bodywork is presentable

These include some bubbles visible at the bottom of the doors

Small dent to driver's side door

Paint bubbles are visible on the passenger side rear valance under the bumper

Black leather 2+2 layout remains presentable with some light patina

Classic-style wood-rimmed three-spoke wheel and classic radio fitted 

Some light age to headlining  

Chrome wire wheels that appear to be in good condition 

The Mechanics

4,235cc XK inline-six engine

3spd automatic transmission

Factory power steering

Matching numbers example

Engine and gearbox rebuild in 1987 by Mauina Garage of Boscombe, Bournemouth

Larger Cooper Craft brake callipers fitted

Electronic ignition fitted

Runs and drives well and is mechanically sound according to the seller