Lot 072: 1962 JAGUAR MK II 3.8 LITRE

For many the definitive Jaguar sports saloon, the MKII was introduced in October 1959. A peerless blend of elegance and muscularity, its super sleek shape clothed an evolution of the Coventry marque's first monocoque design. Powered by derivatives of the same XK DOHC straight-six engine that had swept Jaguar to five Le Mans victories, the MKII was quick to dominate contemporary saloon car racing. Equipped with coil-and-wishbone independent front suspension, a leaf-sprung Salisbury rear axle and servo-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, the range-topping 3.8 boasted nearly seven times the horsepower of a Mini 850cc and a 126mph top speed! Blessed with one of the all time great automotive interiors, its stylish instrumentation, rich wood veneers and sumptuous leather upholstery all conspired to cosset and cocoon occupants. Finished in blue with grey leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "fair" (paintwork), "good" (interior trim, electrical equipment), "very good" (chassis, bodywork, wheels / tyres) or "excellent" (engine, automatic transmission) condition. Riding on wire wheels, 'PJX 507' is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until February 2008. PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle has a MOT certificate valid until 29th February 2008 and not March 2008 as stated in the catalogue.