1969 Jaguar E-Type

• This 1969 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 OTS is a right-hand drive, UK-market car.
• Assembled in March 1969, it’s a matching numbers example, and verified by a Heritage Certificate.

History & Work

1969 – 2017 – Various invoices within the history file highlighting servicing work throughout its life, including some documents that support the car spending some time in Australia.

2017 – Under its current owner, the car was subject to a full restoration which we will list the full details below:

Engine & Transmission

• Fully reconditioned and balanced engine, converted for unleaded fuel
• New clutch kit and gearbox gaskets/oil seals
• Spin-off oil filter conversion
• Flywheel skimmed
• Gearbox and differential components refurbished
• Cooling and Fuel Systems
• Reconditioned water pump
• New radiator caps and anti-freeze
• Refurbished carburettors and new fuel pump
• Various fuel lines, filters, and fittings replaced
• Exhaust System
• Refurbished second-hand manifolds
• New rear exhaust pipes and mounting hardware

Suspension & Steering

• Poly bush kit for front suspension
• New Gaz adjustable shocks (front and rear)
• New rear road springs
• Reconditioned rear axle, radius arms, drop links, anti-roll bar, and steering rack
• New track rod ends and steering rack mounts
• Brakes
• Reconditioned brake servo and new brake lines/pipes
• Upgraded brake pads
• New rubber brake pipes

Electrical and Interior Work

• Wiring and Instruments
• Full rewire with new looms and fittings
• Reconditioned alternator and ignition components
• Replaced various dash parts, warning lights, and switches

Interior Refurbishment

• New headlining, sun visors, interior mirror, and under-dash trim
• Complete new carpet set and underlay
• New seat belts and dashboard accessories
• Radio system with Blaupunkt aerial installed

Bodywork and Paint

• Structural and Cosmetic Repairs
• Full body preparation including welding and alignment
• Vehicle stripped, painted, and rust-proofed with Waxoyl
• Bonnet blasted, new seals and gaskets fitted
• Headlamp seals and bonnet hardware replaced
• Chrome and trim refinished or replaced (beading, badges, mirror fittings, etc.)
• New windscreen with green tint and new number plates

Final Assembly and Completion

• Reassembly of all components including mechanical, electrical, and interior parts
• Detailed finishing work including fitting all rubber mounts, trim parts, and badges
• Paint, powder coating, and plating of brackets, bolts, and other fixtures

2017-2025 – Enjoyed light usage from its current owner with remedial and service work being completed, the latest of which being a comprehensive service in 2024.

WHAT WE THINK

If you’ve spent time around classic cars, you’ll know that some just feel right straight away. The engine note, the gear shift, the way the car rides without a single rattle—this E-Type is one of them. It’s solid, well set up, and clearly been properly looked after.

The Series 2 is often overlooked in favour of the Series 1, but a good S2 like this is frankly the better car to drive.

If you’re after a clean, well-sorted E-Type that’s ready to use, this one’s worth a look.