Make: Jaguar Model: E-Type 4.2 S2 3C Manual Year: 1969 Price: 47,950 Gearbox: Manual Steering Wheel: Left This highly optioned matching-numbers Jaguar E-Type 4.2 S2 3C Manual was delivered new in the USA and features a short final drive, allowing brisk acceleration to legal cruising speeds. It comes in the classic Opalescent Silver Grey with black leather, entirely original on the seats, door panels, and the boot, which is made notably practical thanks to its three-door layout. Equipment includes chrome wire wheels, original mirrors, excellent panel alignment (Spaltmaßen), a wooden sports steering wheel, twin sports exhaust, a modern radio in classic style, air conditioning, and two seatbelts.The 4.2-litre straight-six engine, identified by its black cam cover and considered the most reliable and maintenance-friendly E-Type engine, has been fitted with a brand-new set of Weber 45 DCOE carburettors and an aluminium radiator. The Weber 45 DCOE is renowned for its high airflow, immediate throttle response, and mechanical purity, used on numerous sports cars including Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Lotus, BMW, and Ford race engines.The body is straight and solid. Although the paint is older, it remains perfectly usable as-is or can serve as a solid base for future concours restoration. Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an expert report, including the following details: Technical Data:- Make: Jaguar - Model: E-Type 4.2 S2 3C Manual - Year: 1969 - Engine: 4,235 cc straight-six - Transmission: Manual gearbox - Colour: Grey - Mileage: 39,276 km (indicated mileage – see our km/miles video) - Chassis number: 1R40494 - Steering: Left-hand drive Condition and Remarks:- Older professional restoration - Bodywork: Repainted; normal signs of use - Paintwork: Repainted; scratches and marks; still presents reasonably well - Underside: Exhaust system old and due for replacement - Tyres: In good condition - Interior: Original with signs of use; carpets worn - Chassis number: Not compliant; hole drilled at VIN location (front right) - Engine bay: Good, unrestored - Engine: Runs well but needs tuning; fluids required; non-matching - Maintenance: Service needed - Battery: Old, to be replaced - Clutch: Works but slave cylinder slow to return - Gearbox: Works well - Brakes: Working - Handbrake: Adjustment required; more than 50% imbalance - Electrics: Horn inoperative; wipers do not return; washer inoperative; heater and dash OK - Axles/Suspension: Adjustment needed; play in left rear bearing Documentation:- Belgian registration papers Strong Points:- Matching-numbers example - Highly optioned Series 2 with Weber 45 DCOE setup - Original interior in good condition Available for viewing at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter. Request the full inspection report via [email protected] or +32(0)472.40.13.38. Viewing is possible with or without appointment. Lift inspection available. Over 300 classic cars and motorcycles in stock, located 5 minutes from E40 Aalter exit. For a km/miles explanation video, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po
