Not Sold (Est: £40,000 - £50,000)
1970 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Fixed Head Coupe Factory colours, original engine recently overhauled
United Kingdom • 29 Apr 2026 • Lot 92
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1970 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Fixed Head Coupe, originally finished in British Racing Green, boasts a recent engine overhaul and a conversion to right-hand drive. Having been cherished by collectors, it shows credible mileage and comes with a Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, making it an appealing classic for enthusiasts.
Condition
7
The car is in overall solid condition with slight wear, as evidenced by the partial re-trim of the interior. Although the car has been well-maintained and enhanced, including an engine overhaul and conversion to RHD, there are some areas requiring attention, such as the refurbished carburetors. The presence of modifications and the need for minor reconditioning place it in the Very Good category.
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Manual
Transmission:
2R28217
Chassis No:
Odometer:
111,000 miles
EKH 527J
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Introduced in August 1968, the Jaguar E-Type Series 2 shared the same swooping silhouette as its predecessor; a car which none other than Enzo Ferrari had proclaimed the most beautiful in the world.
American safety legislation meant that the newcomer did without glass headlamp covers which while less aesthetically pleasing did make nighttime driving more relaxing.
Engine cooling was significantly improved too thanks to the provision of an extra electric fan for the radiator and the bonnet’s enlarged air intake.
Uprated Girling disc brakes all round resulted in superior retardation, while re-designed seats provided more support.
A more evolved design than the Series 1 and significantly different in character to the V12-powered Series 3 which supplanted it, the Series 2 could be had in Fixed Head Coupe, 2+2-seater or Roadster guises.
All were powered by Jaguar’s race-proven 4.2 litre XK DOHC engine allied to a four-speed manual gearbox (though, automatic transmission was an option f...
Points of note
£6,696
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£42,550
Median Price (Since 2020)
£124,062
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Aug 21 2024
Latest MOT Mileage
94,843 miles
Registration Date
1971-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Aug 22 2023 with 94,843 miles
Failed
On Jun 23 2023 with 94,806 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Failed
On Jun 08 2023 with 94,789 miles
There were 8 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Aug 27 2020 with 94,752 miles
Passed
On Apr 20 2017 with 93,671 miles
Passed
On Apr 21 2016 with 92,197 miles
Passed
On Apr 24 2015 with 92,038 miles
Passed
On Apr 02 2014 with 92,031 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
- Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
Failed
On Mar 19 2014 with 92,003 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
- Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Advisory:
- Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
- Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
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