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118 - 1961 JAGUAR MK2 3.8L
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Estimate €28,000 - €38,000
Description
1961 JAGUAR MK2 3.8L Classic car registration document Chassis no. 00878878 • French origin • 3.8-litre engine and manual gearbox • Two owners since it was first registered • Preserved for twenty-five years by its current owner Unveiled in 1959, the Jaguar MK2 was an evolution of the MK1 saloon. In its 3.8-litre version, it combined the XK six-cylinder engine with a wood and leather-trimmed interior, a combination that helped define the British sports saloon. This 1961 model, originally from France and fitted with a manual gearbox, has been owned by its current owner for twenty-five years. It has had only two owners since it was first registered. The owner states that it has been regularly serviced by a specialist in British cars. Work carried out includes the replacement of the ignition system and the exhaust system, the refurbishment of the upholstery around five years ago, and the fitting of four replacement wheels and a replacement steering wheel. No invoices are provided for this work. The original leather upholstery, alloy wheels and steering wheel have been retained and will be supplied with the car. The engine is described as having retained its original configuration, with no major modifications. With its 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine and manual gearbox, this MK2 invites you to enjoy drives in the spirit of a 1960s British saloon.   1961 JAGUAR MK2 3.8 French historic registration document Chassis no. 00878878 • French-market example • 3.8-litre engine and manual gearbox • Two owners from new • With its current owner for twenty-five years Introduced in 1959, the Jaguar MK2 was a development of the earlier MK1 saloon. In its 3.8-litre form, it combines the XK straight-six engine with a wood-and-leather interior, a combination that helped define the British sports saloon. This 1961 example, intended for the French market, features a manual gearbox and has been with its current owner for twenty-five years. It has had only two owners since new. The owner reports that regular maintenance has been carried out by a British car specialist. Work carried out includes the replacement of the ignition system and exhaust, reupholstering approximately five years ago, and the fitting of four replacement wheels and a steering wheel. No invoices are available for this work. The original leather upholstery, wheels and steering wheel have been retained and will be supplied with the car. The engine is described as retaining its original specification, without any major modifications. With its 3.8-litre straight-six engine and manual gearbox, this MK2 is perfect for shared journeys in the spirit of a 1960s British saloon.
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About the sale Epoqu'auto: Classic cars, the official sale
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Auction time 11/08/2026 at 2:00 PM
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