2017-04-25 09:58:26 | Lofty writes:

For auction Historics 20 May 2017
www.historics.co.uk/buying/auctions/2017-05-20/cars/ref-81-1969-jaguar-etype-ser ...

1969 Jaguar E-Type Series II Roadster

Registration TOR 202G
Chassis Number 1R9417
Engine Number 7R54259
Odometer reading 30,566 miles
Estimate £100,000 - £120,000

Repatriated to the UK from Louisiana in 2005 with the odometer reading 24,500 miles, this E-Type was used through until 2005 covering a further 6,100 miles in that time. The vendor acquired her in 2015 and set about restoring her to a superb standard. A particularly knowledgeable and enthusiastic Jaguar owner, he had the engine removed and had the car converted from lefthand to righthand drive, at the same time a new wiring loom was fitted. The engine was completely stripped down and rebuilt using new Mahle pistons and a modified rear main seal ensuring no annoying oil leaks from the back of the engine. The gearbox was also rebuilt and the rear cage removed with new discs, calipers and bushes fitted. The list of work carried out on TOR 202G is endless, electronic ignition, reconditioned SU carburettors, stainless steel exhaust with ceramic manifolds, copper brake pipes, new clutch and brake master cylinders and a new hood. This really is a splendid example and one that has been very well sorted by the fastidious owner. Finished in black with grey leather trim and sitting proudly on chrome wire wheels, this Series II roadster has only covered 24 miles since completion and, as such, will need to be treated considerately by the new owner for a while. Supplied with a magnificent history folder confirming all of the above work and a whole lot more including a comprehensive collection of invoices from when the car was in the U.S. a Jaguar heritage certificate and a V5C registration document.