£59,620
1968 Jaguar E Type 4.2
Bonhams Cars Online • UK • 10 Jan 2024
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£59,620
1968 Jaguar E Type 4.2
UK • 10 Jan 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1968 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 is a UK-supplied convertible model in silver with a black interior. It's been in long-term ownership and while it needs some work, it presents an opportunity for improvement. The car has good shutlines and paint, but the chromework needs attention. The interior is patinated, and mechanically it runs well but needs servicing.
Condition
6
The car is described as being in good condition overall, with some cosmetic imperfections such as chips and bubbles in the paintwork, as well as some pitting on the chrome. The interior is described as being beautifully patinated, but with some wear to the carpets and missing parts. Mechanically, the car is said to be in good running order, but is due for a service and new battery.
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70,831 miles
1E2058
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
HVG 606F
1968
Auction
£59,620
1968 Jaguar E Type 4.2
Bonhams Cars Online • UK • 10 Jan 2024
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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Description
Fresh out of long-term ownership, this UK-supplied 1968 Jaguar E Type is fitted with the later 4.2-litre engine and four-speed manual gearbox.
‘HVG 606F’ is the desirable convertible model, too and is finished in the classic colour combination of silver with a chrome wire wheels and a black leather interior.
It’s been in the vendor’s showroom for the past couple of years following the sad death of its owner.
The V5 shows Albert as having bought it in 1983 and it was his “pride and joy” according to the vendor, who also did the odd job on it for him and thinks it may have been restored about 15 years ago.
It is in need of some work now, but this means it offers the winning bidder the opportunity to further improve it as and when funds and motivation collide.
Even better, it is being offered with a very sensible reserve, so you might just be able to snaffle a festive bargain, too.
The first thing we noticed is how good the door shutlines are.
Tight and consistent, they speak of ma...
Price Analysis vs Other E-Type Series 1.5 Roadsters
£16,485
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£69,179
Median Price (Since 2020)
£231,547
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 6th Nov 2018
Latest MOT mileage:
70,817 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 7th Nov 2017, 70,817 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Failed
On 6th Nov 2017, 70,817 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On 23rd Oct 2012, 70,056 miles
Passed
On 20th Jul 2006, 69,753 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
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