Jaguar Type E 4.2 L S2 Coupé 1970 - Fully restored - New mechanics - Air conditioning - 4,600 km Rare gem. Passionate and meticulous, sells Jaguar Type E Serie 2 FHC (Fixed Head Coupé) 4.2 L completely restored, of American origin, 3rd hand, first registration in February 1970 in New York, LHD (Left Hand Drive). Vehicle in superb condition (midnight blue / cinnamon interior), Matching Numbers, 3 double-barrel Weber carburetors (265 hp), no maintenance required for 12 months (untested, serviced in Nov. '23). Purchase for enthusiasts, collectors or investors in view of the increasing value of this model, its rare condition and complete history (purchase and restoration invoices including 700 photos per restoration stage, and Jaguar Heritage certificate dated Feb. 17, 1970). Confirmed by an expert appraisal (2021), attesting to the authenticity of the original mechanical elements (matching), and the quality of the restoration. Numerous photos / file and additional details available on request. History: Delivered new in February 1970 to New York, this Jaguar Type E remained there for 14 years, before going to its second owner in Pennsylvania for 32 years (1984-2016). Imported in January 2017 by its 3rd and current owner. Complete restoration carried out including: engine, braking system, running gear, interior, exhaust, body & paint (complete file incl. over 45keur of invoices available) For your information: 3,785 FHC 4.2L Série 2 (LHD) models were produced worldwide Overall condition: In superb condition. Extremely rare configuration in "Dark Blue" (color of the year 1970) and Cinnamon interior (original color) with air-conditioning (standard and refurbished). Appraised in 2021, Matching Numbers (Jaguar Heritage certificate): engine, gearbox, chassis, bodywork. Fully restored by a recognized Jaguar professional in France (contact on request). Mileage: 4,578 km (evolving) First MEC: 17/02/1970 Chassis no.: 1R 27828 Engine no.: 7R 10708-9 Driveability Perfectly reliable (frequent driving). Perfect braking. Automatically activated electric fan ensures stable engine temperature even in traffic jams. The 4.2 L engine delivers more low-end torque, making for a smoother, more refined driving experience than previous models equipped with the 3.8 L engine. Performance is just as sensational as before (test videos available on request). Powertrain All original mechanical components have been overhauled and restored from A to Z (steering, clutch, engine block, carburetion, new wiring harness). Engine: 4.2L, in-line 6-cylinder, 265 hp (198 kW): the block starts perfectly well, is well tuned and revs well. Complete restoration: new pistons/valves, cylinder re-boring, rectified cylinder head Performance: torque: 384 Nm, max. speed: 241 km/h, 0-100 km/h: 6.4 seconds Original 4-speed manual gearbox with new clutch - smooth gear changes Exhaust: original rectified stainless steel line Transmission: rear with restored axle Brakes: new discs and calipers Suspension: new shock absorbers Miscellaneous: new spark plugs, fuel pump, brake servo Tool kit available & complete with original repair jack and special wrench for wheel nuts Improvements made: installation of 3 Weber carburetors (265 hp) (the 2 original STRONBERG 175 carburetors are available & delivered with the car), addition of a "Kenlowe" electric fan with automatic release to refresh the block in addition to the original 2-blade propeller, addition of a manual circuit breaker and an electronic igniter Regular annual maintenance carried out (last in Nov. 2023: oil change 4300 km). Exterior New paintwork (professionally redone in 2020, invoice available), Dark Blue color, bodywork in perfect condition Refurbished chrome on almost all exterior elements (bumper, windscreen and rear window trim) New 15-inch wire wheels fitted with VREDESTEIN Classic tires (4000 km), 4 JAGUAR chrome knock-offs Underframes: particularly sound and corrosion-free. Model-specific protective cover included. Interior Interior and upholstery have been redone strictly as original (seat and door trim, headliner, dashboard, trunk). New upholstery (BAS international), Cinnamon color, new interior and Matching colors (incl. headliner, carpets) identical to original (Jaguar Heritage certificate), fire extinguisher installed under passenger seat. Original Smiths counters restored (with miles in km/h re-calibration), dashboard shows no defects: new and optimized, identical to the original (1970 option) Caliber radio (vintage look, identical to the original front panel, but including CD, Bluetooth and USB) Seat belts with retractor & pretensioner (new, added) Jaguar Type E Serie 2 manuals included (Jaguar service Handbook & Haynes Owners workshop manual) Documents available - Restoration file (700 photos) and Recent photos file (300) - Complete invoices file (including acquisition) - Test drive videos - Collection registration certificate (France) - Jaguar Héritage certificate (Matching Numbers) - Appraisal report (2021, Paris) - Blank technical inspection Auto visible in Paris 16 Jaguar Type E 4.2L S2 Coupe 1970 - Fully restored - New mechanical components - Air conditioning - 4,600 km Rare gem. Passionate and meticulous seller proposes fully restored Jaguar Type E Series 2 FHC (Fixed Head Coupe) 4.2L, originally from the United States. It is a third-hand vehicle, first registered in February 1970 in New York, left-hand drive (LHD). The vehicle is in superb condition (dark blue exterior / cinnamon interior) and has matching numbers. It is equipped with triple Weber carburetors (265 hp) and requires no maintenance for the next 12 months (valid technical inspection, recently serviced in November '23). This is a purchase opportunity for enthusiasts, collectors, or investors due to the increasing value of this model, its rare condition, and complete history (purchase and restoration invoices, including 700 step-by-step restoration photos, and the Jaguar Heritage certificate from December 9 th 2016). The authenticity of the original mechanical elements (matching numbers) and the quality of the restoration have been confirmed by an appraisal conducted in 2021. Numerous photos, additional documents, and details are available upon request. Regards. History: Delivered new in February 1970 in New York, this Jaguar Type E remained there for 14 years before being owned by its second owner in Pennsylvania for 32 years (1984-2016). It was imported in January 2017 by its current third owner. A complete restoration was carried out, including the engine, braking system, suspension, interior, exhaust, body, and paint (complete documentation available with invoices totaling over 45,000 EUR). For your information, a total of 3,785 Series 2 models 4.2L FHC (LHD) were produced worldwide. General condition: The car is in superb condition. It features an extremely rare "Dark Blue" exterior color (the color of the year 1970) and a Cinnamon (original) interior, including an air-conditioning system that has been fully refurbished. The car has been appraised in 2021 and is confirmed to have matching numbers (Jaguar Heritage certificate) for the engine, gearbox, chassis, and body. The restoration was fully carried out by a recognized Jaguar professional in France (contact information available upon request). Mileage: 4,578 km (subject to change) First registration date: February 17, 1970 Chassis number: 1R 27828 Engine number: 7R 10708-9 Driving experience: The car is perfectly reliable and is driven frequently. The braking system is excellent. The addition of an automatic electric fan ensures stable engine temperature even in heavy traffic. The 4.2L engine provides more low-end torque, resulting in a smoother and more refined driving experience compared to previous models equipped with the 3.8L engine. The performance is as sensational as before (test videos available on request). Mechanical details: All original mechanical components have been revised and restored from A to Z, including the steering, clutch, engine block, carburetion, and new wiring harness. Engine: 4.2L inline 6-cylinder with 265 hp (198 kW). The engine starts perfectly, runs smoothly, and has been completely restored, including new pistons, valves, cylinder bore, and reconditioned cylinder head. Performance: Torque - 384 Nm, Max speed - 241 km/h, 0-100 km/h - 6.4 seconds. Original 4-speed manual gearbox with a new clutch - smooth gear changes. Original stainless steel exhaust system. Restored rear-wheel drive transmission. New disc brakes and calipers. New suspension dampers. Various new components, such as spark plugs, fuel pump, and brake booster. Complete tool kit with original jack and special wrench for wheel nuts. Upgrades include the installation of triple Weber carburetors (265 hp) (original twin Stromberg 175 carburetors are available and will be provided), an automatic electric fan "Kenlowe" to enhance cooling in addition to the original two-blade cooling fan, a manual kill switch, and an electronic ignition. Regular annual maintenance has been performed, with the latest service carried out in November 2023 at 4,300 km (oil change). Exterior: New paintwork (redone in 2020 by a professional, invoice available), Dark Blue color, body in perfect condition. All chrome components have been renewed (bumpers, windshield trim, and rear window trim). New 15-inch wire-spoke wheels with VREDESTEIN Classic tires (4,000 km), 4 chrome Jaguar knock-off wheel spinners. Undercarriage is particularly sound and free of corrosion. Specific protective cover for the model included. Interior: The interior and upholstery have been faithfully restored to original specifications, including seats, door panels, headliner, and dashboard. New upholstery (BAS International) in Cinnamon color, interior in new and matching colors (including headliner and carpets), as confirmed by the Jaguar Heritage certificate. Fire extinguisher installed under the passenger seat. Original restored Smiths gauges (mileage recalibrated from miles to km/h), flawlessly preserved dashboard. New and refurbished air conditioning system, identical to the original (1970 option). Caliber vintage-style radio, which matches the original design, with CD player, Bluetooth, and USB capability. New retractable seat belts with pre-tensioners have been added. Included manuals: Jaguar Type E Series 2 (Jaguar Service Handbook and Haynes Owners Workshop Manual). Available documents: Restoration documentation (700 photos) and recent photo dossier (300 photos) Complete invoice documentation (including purchase) Test drive videos Collection certificate (France) Jaguar Heritage certificate (matching numbers) Appraisal report (2021, Paris) Valid technical inspection report The car can be viewed in Paris 16