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£28,300 (Est: £25,000 - £27,500)
1970 CHALLENGER E-TYPE REPLICA
UK • 30 Oct 2026 • Lot 682
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1970 Jaguar E-Type replica, a 2.8 XJ6 model, has undergone significant upgrades including a bespoke exhaust, alloy fuel tank, and comprehensive rewire, along with performance suspension and tires.
It has been meticulously maintained by specialists and used for extensive touring, indicating reliability and a well-cared-for condition, though it is a replica.
Condition
7
The car has been well-maintained and enjoyed on European and UK tours, with many documented upgrades. However, it's a replica and not a perfect original, suggesting some wear consistent with its age and use, hence a 'Very Good' rating.
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79,220 miles (via 2026 MOT)
YYB 497H
1970
Auction
Manual
LHD
United Kingdom
Description
Make: JAGUAR Model: 2.8 XJ6 Registration: YYB 497H
Engine Size (cc): 2792 Year of Manufacture: 1970 Date First Registered: 12/03/1970 MOT Expiry Date: 07/05/2027 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING You can view from: Wednesday 21 October 2026 - Tuesday 27 October 2026
Price Analysis vs Other E-Type Replicas
£16,000
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£28,300
Median Price (Since 2020)
£37,949
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous E-Type Replica Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 7th May 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
79,220 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 8th May 2026, 79,220 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On 17th Apr 2025, 78,686 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed
On 16th Apr 2025, 78,682 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On 27th Sept 2023, 78,682 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Central Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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Auction House Headquarters
Mathewsons
Pickering Road, Thornton-le-Dale, Pickering, Yorkshire, YO18 7LH
Operating from Pickering, North Yorkshire, Mathewsons is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.
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