1969 Jaguar E-Type Series II FHC Manual

Some cars need no introduction and the Jaguar E-Type is no exception. The Series II Jaguar E-Types that were produced from 1969 to 1971 can be identified by their open headlights, no longer under glass covers, a wrap-around rear bumper, repositioned and larger front indicators that moved to underneath the heavier bumpers, and tail lights also moved below the rear bumper. The cooling was much improved helped by the enlarged "mouth', and Series II cars also feature twin electric fans and uprated brakes. The engine is easily identified visually by the change from smooth polished cam covers to a ribbed appearance, yet the original triple SU carburettors remain. The interior and dashboard were also redesigned, with flick switches being substituted by rocker switches as a nod to U.S regulations.

This left-hand drive, 1969 Series II, has been residing in California from its early days and has recently returned to the UK. The majority of export cars to the US were automatic and with rear seats whereas this car is manual and a two-seater making it ideal for the UK market. Having had a fresh coat of paint and a re-trimmed interior before coming back to the UK, this bright red E-Type is ready for the road once it has been registered, so the new owner will be the first on the V5.

This very attractive, two-seat Series II FHC sits on wire wheels and is priced at a guide that may make converting it to right-hand drive a sensible option.