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 |  | 3.8 Sedan Chassis Num: LA10118 Engine Num: LA1011-8 |
| Sold for $14,850 at 2008 RM Auctions. | ||
With the 3.8-liter, 220-horsepower engine installed, the MKII Models were capable of zero-to-sixty in just 8.5 seconds and top speed was achieved at 125 mph.
This 1960 Jaguar MKII 3.8 Saloon was the 33rd example built. It is a left-hand drive model that was completed on September 3rd of 1959. It has been owned by several individuals throughout the years and has been driven 44,432 miles by 1996 when a comprehensive, high-quality restoration was undertaken. It is now painted in Old English White and rides on Pirelli radial tires. The interior is the original black leather upholstery. In 2007, the car was given a GM four-speed automatic transmission to replace the original unit.
In 2008, this car was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $40,000-$50,000. It was offered without reserve. Since it had no reserve, a high bid of $14,850, including buyer's premium, was enough to secure new ownership. The lot was sold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2008
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This was the first year of production for the Mark II saloon. It featured four-wheel disc brakes, chromed wire wheels, fog rangers and reclining front seats. Of course, there was a complete set of tools and manuals.
A complete restoration was complete by the current owner in 2003. Since then, it has been a consistent award-winner at automobile events throughout the United States.
 |  |  | 3.8 Sedan Chassis Num: P212240BW Engine Num: LA4107-8 |
| Sold for $41,400 at 2012 Bonhams. | |||
The dual overhead cam 3.8-liter inline six produced 220 horsepower and featured dual SU carburetors. The Mark II was capable of 0-60 mph in just 8.5 seconds with a top speed near 125 mph. Along with performance, the Mark II was outfitted with a sumptuous interior. This example is trimmed in red leather and there are fold-down trays for the rear passengers. The car was restored in 2000, with the engine rebuilt and the transmission upgraded to a BW65 unit.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the Quail Lodge Sale in Carmel, CA presented by Bonhams Auction. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $41,400, including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
The Jaguar Mark II was introduced in October 1959 and continued in production until 1967. The MKII was built as a replacement for the 2.4 and 3.4 liter saloon, also known as the MKI.
The MK II was based on the MKI, but the result was different in many ways, both aesthetically and mechanically. Improvements to the design and modern materials resulted in a reduced overall weight. The interior was completely redesigned but retained its luxury and elegance with such amenities as leather and wood veneer. The attention to detail both inside and out, only amplified the ambiance of sophistication. Leather seats continued to be standard until 1967 when Jaguar offered it as optional in an effort to reduce the cost of the vehicle.
Under the hood was an XK engine, the same that had won at LeMans in 1951 and 1953. The XK engine was now enlarged to 3.8 liters producing around 220 horsepower. The engine continued to prove itself as a reliable and capable power plant.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2006
For more information and related vehicles, click hereThe MK II was based on the MKI, but the result was different in many ways, both aesthetically and mechanically. Improvements to the design and modern materials resulted in a reduced overall weight. The interior was completely redesigned but retained its luxury and elegance with such amenities as leather and wood veneer. The attention to detail both inside and out, only amplified the ambiance of sophistication. Leather seats continued to be standard until 1967 when Jaguar offered it as optional in an effort to reduce the cost of the vehicle.
Under the hood was an XK engine, the same that had won at LeMans in 1951 and 1953. The XK engine was now enlarged to 3.8 liters producing around 220 horsepower. The engine continued to prove itself as a reliable and capable power plant.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2006
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