28th Apr, 2021 12:00
Spring 2021 Classics & Collectables Auction
1970 Jaguar E Type 4.2 Coupe
13,240 Miles From New
Chassis No. - P1R27815
Registration - EXZ 558
M.O.T - EXEMPT
Odometer – 13,240
You may have to read this twice – this splendid-looking left hand drive Series 2 Jaguar E-Type has covered just 13,240 miles from new. Yes really! Manufactured on February 16, 1970 it was despatched to British Leyland New York the following month. The first keeper was Jim Cox of Colorado Springs, who retained the car for 17 years, yet for some reason drove it just 881 miles. It was then sold via an agent to father and son Karl and David Morgan of Idaho Falls, who added 12,109 miles during their 29-year tenure. Following repatriation, the E-Type featured in the Brightwells auction of July 2017, in which it achieved the top price of the sale at £59,950. In deference to its years of inactivity, it has recently been treated to a £3,000 recommissioning programme, that has included an oil change and new: oil and air filters; front brake discs, master and slave cylinders; clutch slave cylinder and reservoir; windscreen washer pump mechanism and bottle; and stainless steel exhaust system.
Originally finished in Signal Red, ‘EXZ 558’ is these days resplendent in Opalescent Dark Blue, the quality of which the vendor regards as ‘superb save for one small blemish on the left-hand side of the bonnet’. He further notes that the panel fit is ‘uniformly good throughout, the brightwork in really tip-top condition, and the underside solid with no structural corrosion’. He regards the chrome wire wheels and their original earless spinners as being in ‘outstanding order’, while the Jaguar rides on what he describes as ‘quality tyres’. Still equipped with its export specification Stromberg carburettors, the engine is said to ‘start well, run smoothly and pull strongly while showing correct oil pressure’. Aside of one small break in the leather of the passenger seat, the black interior trim is reportedly in ‘top class condition’.
This beautifully-presented Jaguar is now offered complete with spinner removal tool, mallet and jack, plus a comprehensive history file containing: all the car’s import documentation; assorted receipts and invoices for parts and work carried out over five decades on both side of the Atlantic; and Heritage Certificate. A genuinely unique opportunity to acquire an astonishingly low mileage E-Type in the 60th anniversary of the model.
In summary:
- Just 13,240 miles in 59 years – ie 224 miles per annum!
- Very original rust-free American export model
- Extremely well-presented in the popular livery of Opalescent Dark Blue
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £60,000 - £65,000Chassis No. - P1R27815
Registration - EXZ 558
M.O.T - EXEMPT
Odometer – 13,240
You may have to read this twice – this splendid-looking left hand drive Series 2 Jaguar E-Type has covered just 13,240 miles from new. Yes really! Manufactured on February 16, 1970 it was despatched to British Leyland New York the following month. The first keeper was Jim Cox of Colorado Springs, who retained the car for 17 years, yet for some reason drove it just 881 miles. It was then sold via an agent to father and son Karl and David Morgan of Idaho Falls, who added 12,109 miles during their 29-year tenure. Following repatriation, the E-Type featured in the Brightwells auction of July 2017, in which it achieved the top price of the sale at £59,950. In deference to its years of inactivity, it has recently been treated to a £3,000 recommissioning programme, that has included an oil change and new: oil and air filters; front brake discs, master and slave cylinders; clutch slave cylinder and reservoir; windscreen washer pump mechanism and bottle; and stainless steel exhaust system.
Originally finished in Signal Red, ‘EXZ 558’ is these days resplendent in Opalescent Dark Blue, the quality of which the vendor regards as ‘superb save for one small blemish on the left-hand side of the bonnet’. He further notes that the panel fit is ‘uniformly good throughout, the brightwork in really tip-top condition, and the underside solid with no structural corrosion’. He regards the chrome wire wheels and their original earless spinners as being in ‘outstanding order’, while the Jaguar rides on what he describes as ‘quality tyres’. Still equipped with its export specification Stromberg carburettors, the engine is said to ‘start well, run smoothly and pull strongly while showing correct oil pressure’. Aside of one small break in the leather of the passenger seat, the black interior trim is reportedly in ‘top class condition’.
This beautifully-presented Jaguar is now offered complete with spinner removal tool, mallet and jack, plus a comprehensive history file containing: all the car’s import documentation; assorted receipts and invoices for parts and work carried out over five decades on both side of the Atlantic; and Heritage Certificate. A genuinely unique opportunity to acquire an astonishingly low mileage E-Type in the 60th anniversary of the model.
In summary:
- Just 13,240 miles in 59 years – ie 224 miles per annum!
- Very original rust-free American export model
- Extremely well-presented in the popular livery of Opalescent Dark Blue
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: Spring 2021 Classics & Collectables Auction, 28th Apr, 2021
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Monday, April 26th 2021
Tuesday, April 27th 2021
Wednesday Morning, April 28th 2021
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