1962 Jaguar Mark II 3.4 Manual O/D
£27,500 ONO
There is something about this lovely Jaguar Mark II where it just looks right sitting purposefully on its painted wire wheels. Perhaps it has something to do with it being professionally restored nearly 30 years ago back in the 1990’s. The fact this Jaguar still looks amazing and drives beautifully is great testimony to the overall quality of this work. 3779 WK (a Coventry works number plate) has been part of a private collection with its focus on Jaguars for over 20 years. The current owner’s recent retirement and sale of his business has meant he has decided to have a change of direction with the collection and we at Origins feel very honoured to be able to offer this excellent example new to the market for the first time in over 2 decades.
About 3779 WK
From the Jaguar Daimler Heritage trust certificate that accompanies 3779 WK we know it was built on the 7th of December 1962 as a right-hand drive, 3.4 litre saloon with overdrive. The original engine KH 7820-8 is the same engine as fitted today. It was dispatched on the 8th of December to Cycle & Carriage, Singapore. Interestingly this company is still operating in Singapore dealing in the high-end car market.
Not much is known about the intervening years until we are informed that 3779 WK was subject to a big restoration in the 1990’s by a company called C T Classic Cars Ltd of Coventry. There are several small brass plaques around the car to promote this fact. In around 2000, some 22 years ago, 3779 WK experienced an electrical fire behind the dashboard. Although this was localised to just the dash area the insurance company decided not to repair and paid out for settlement. The current owner seeing that 3779 WK was a properly restored car acquired it and had the dashboard and the wiring loom replaced. Whilst 3779 WK has always been well maintained and serviced, since 2006 to today, it has rather amazingly only travelled just over 700 miles!
The history file that accompanies 3779 WK has a few invoices in it which show that it has had a stainless-steel exhaust system fitted, the brakes overhauled, and routine service and maintenance work as required in recent years.
3779 WK Today
The pictures you see were taken earlier this year, but this is the first time 3779 WK has been offered for sale. The pictures give a good reflection of the cars overall great condition but if anything, we would say it looks just as good, if not better before ones very eyes.
3779 WK is one of those classics that always starts, no matter how long ago it was last used. It just works. The engine ticks over nicely and it has good oil pressure. On a recent 20-mile test drive by us in hot weather the engine temperature stayed steady, selecting all the gears was easy and the over drive is working as it should. The brakes when needed pull up in a nice straight line as well.
The paintwork is excellent with a lovely finish and a deep lustre to it. Its not perfect as there is the odd little mark to be found here and there but over all it shows very well. The chrome work throughout the car is excellent and really contrasts well with the dark British racing green body colour. From the pictures you may have noticed two types of wheels, that is because whilst it is currently sitting on painted wire wheels it comes with a brand-new set of chrome wire wheels and tyres. So, its just down to your personal preference on wheel choice. The Webasto roof is very well made, fits well and brings a nice light, open air feel to your driving experience when wished for.
The interior is in very good condition as you can see. It is finished to a very high standard overall and shows well. It’s a nice place to be in fact, very comfortable. There are a couple of small repairs to the drivers front seat and a little tear to the side of the passenger front seat, quite small though about an inch long. Other than that, everything is in good order and working as it should.
So, if you have been searching for a properly restored, well maintained and useable Jaguar Mark II, one that goes as well as it looks then 3779 WK could be the one for you. Just imagine taking 3779 WK out for a sunny evening’s drive, windows down, webasto roof open, then pulling up to your local pub. You are sure to turn some heads as you drive in with this beauty!
£SOLD
About 3779 WK
From the Jaguar Daimler Heritage trust certificate that accompanies 3779 WK we know it was built on the 7th of December 1962 as a right-hand drive, 3.4 litre saloon with overdrive. The original engine KH 7820-8 is the same engine as fitted today. It was dispatched on the 8th of December to Cycle & Carriage, Singapore. Interestingly this company is still operating in Singapore dealing in the high-end car market.
Not much is known about the intervening years until we are informed that 3779 WK was subject to a big restoration in the 1990’s by a company called C T Classic Cars Ltd of Coventry. There are several small brass plaques around the car to promote this fact. In around 2000, some 22 years ago, 3779 WK experienced an electrical fire behind the dashboard. Although this was localised to just the dash area the insurance company decided not to repair and paid out for settlement. The current owner seeing that 3779 WK was a properly restored car acquired it and had the dashboard and the wiring loom replaced. Whilst 3779 WK has always been well maintained and serviced, since 2006 to today, it has rather amazingly only travelled just over 700 miles!
The history file that accompanies 3779 WK has a few invoices in it which show that it has had a stainless-steel exhaust system fitted, the brakes overhauled, and routine service and maintenance work as required in recent years.
3779 WK Today
The pictures you see were taken earlier this year, but this is the first time 3779 WK has been offered for sale. The pictures give a good reflection of the cars overall great condition but if anything, we would say it looks just as good, if not better before ones very eyes.
3779 WK is one of those classics that always starts, no matter how long ago it was last used. It just works. The engine ticks over nicely and it has good oil pressure. On a recent 20-mile test drive by us in hot weather the engine temperature stayed steady, selecting all the gears was easy and the over drive is working as it should. The brakes when needed pull up in a nice straight line as well.
The paintwork is excellent with a lovely finish and a deep lustre to it. Its not perfect as there is the odd little mark to be found here and there but over all it shows very well. The chrome work throughout the car is excellent and really contrasts well with the dark British racing green body colour. From the pictures you may have noticed two types of wheels, that is because whilst it is currently sitting on painted wire wheels it comes with a brand-new set of chrome wire wheels and tyres. So, its just down to your personal preference on wheel choice. The Webasto roof is very well made, fits well and brings a nice light, open air feel to your driving experience when wished for.
The interior is in very good condition as you can see. It is finished to a very high standard overall and shows well. It’s a nice place to be in fact, very comfortable. There are a couple of small repairs to the drivers front seat and a little tear to the side of the passenger front seat, quite small though about an inch long. Other than that, everything is in good order and working as it should.
So, if you have been searching for a properly restored, well maintained and useable Jaguar Mark II, one that goes as well as it looks then 3779 WK could be the one for you. Just imagine taking 3779 WK out for a sunny evening’s drive, windows down, webasto roof open, then pulling up to your local pub. You are sure to turn some heads as you drive in with this beauty!
£SOLD