Manufactured on 15th January 1969, this ‘Pale Primrose Yellow’ RHD manual E Type Series 2 4.2-litre 2+2 coupé was delivered new to a Bolton dealership some 15 days later.

We know from a Jaguar Heritage Trust certificate that this matching numbers car is in its original colours inside and out.

That theme of originality and authenticity - wherever and whenever possible - runs through the rest of the car The vendor bought the car around six years ago and the first thing he did was send it off to Guy at Tim Walker Restorations of Aylesbury with a brief to get the car into the best mechanical and dynamic version of itself.

Many hours and £1000s later, the car emerged in the excellent mechanical, electrical and dynamic and condition you see today.

We have driven it and can attest to its thoroughly well-screwed-together feel and ability to start, handle, accelerate and stop better than many, many E Types we’ve encountered in the past.

The notchy, positive gearbox is a pleasure to use.

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