History

The story of the Jaguar Mark II (also known as the Jaguar MK2) begins with Jaguar’s “Project Utah” which gave birth to the Jaguar 2.4 litre and 3.4 litre Mark I. These models then went on to father the Jaguar Mark II and then the Daimler 2.5 V8. Effectively the MkII was just an upgrade to the Mk 1, which was only really called the mark 1 after the mark 2 was released. However, the mark 2 somehow became the icon, and encapsulated the “Space, Grace, and Pace” that was the ethos of Jaguar’s Sir William Lyons. That and the fact it was revered for being the getaway car of choice for London’s nefarious underworld. Especially the 3.4l roaring its 6 cylinders with DOHC to 210bhp and a top speed of 120 mph. It’s hard to imagine just how fabulous this car was back in 1959. 

Overview

However, the car in our auction may just help you have a taste of those times. First registered in June 1967 it is one of the last of the mk II 3.4l before they became the 340 in September of the same year. We do not have much of its early history (maybe we don’t want to or aren’t allowed to). However, we do know the car went through a photo documented restoration. As well as an engine and gearbox rebuild back in 2010, with the total works for all costing £15,000. Completed by WatJag of Bakewell.

Documentation is within the files. There are a lot of files, along with manuals and parts catalogues (and maybe the odd document that tells you how to file your way out of prison)!  It appears the car has been well kept since 2010, this can be seen just by looking at the condition of it, close to immaculate. A very tidy car, with just 77,000 on the clock. Although we cannot be sure if that is genuine or not, appearances would say it is. The car starts and drives well. There is an electronic choke fitted. The steering fluid may need a small top up as there is a slight whine occasionally, when on full lock. However, when she is opened up, the only whine you can hear is the one in your head, as you imagine 1960’s coppers behind you, in hot pursuit. 

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