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Asking Price: £69,000
1961 Jaguar Mark II Saloon
UK
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AI Listing Summary
This 1961 Jaguar Mark 2 is a highly customized example featuring a 4.2-litre engine and five-speed manual transmission, extensively restored with significant upgrades. It offers a unique blend of classic style and modern performance, making it a rare find.
Condition
8
Extensive restoration completed.
/ 10
13,668 miles
LHD
United Kingdom
Manual
1961
Classified
Description
The 1961 Jaguar Mark 2 saloon occupies a special place in automotive history, blending British luxury, sporting performance, and cultural impact in a way few sedans ever have.
Origins and Development
The Jaguar Mark 2 (officially Mk II ) was introduced in 1959 as an evolution of the earlier Jaguar Mark 1 (1955 1959).
Sir William Lyons, Jaguar s founder, wanted to refine the Mark 1 s concept: a compact sports saloon that could outperform many sports cars while still carrying four adults in comfort. By 1961, the Mark 2 had reached its most mature and iconic form, benefiting from several mechanical and interior refinements that made it both faster and more luxurious.
Design and EngineeringExterior
The Mark 2 retained a classic Jaguar silhouette but featured:Larger glass areas (a major improvement over the Mark 1), giving better visibility and a lighter, more modern look
A wider rear track, improving stability and handling
Subtle chrome detailing that emphasized elegance without exc...
Price Analysis vs Other Mk II 4.2s
£12,960
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£27,672
Median Price (Since 2020)
£58,995
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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