Rome black plate
ASI and CRS
To be fully overhauled
The MK2, also known as the Mark II luxury car was produced for eight years, from late 1959 to 1967. The MK2 was a fast, spacious and attractively styled car and thus followed Sir William Lyons' best-known maxim: "grace, pace and space". It was a direct evolution of the first Mark I series, and was available with 2.4L, 3.4L and 3.8L engines. All three were Jaguar XK powerplants and, for markets outside the US, examples with the 3.4L engines were equipped with two SU carburettors.

On the MK II, the rear track width was increased and the front suspension geometry was reorganised with a view to raising the roll centre. The rigid rear axle with leaf spring suspension was retained, however. The brakes became all-wheel discs, while the manual gearbox, still a 4-speed with overdrive, was completely new (and Jaguar-made with, until 1964, the first non-synchronised speed). The MK2 acquired a reputation as a model suitable for use among criminals and the police: it was very popular with British criminals, who used it for getaways, but was also famous among the police, who used it to patrol motorways. The MK2 is also famous for being used by the main character in the TV series Inspector Morse.

The car presented here is part of a collection of various Jaguars and has been out of use for a few years. The engine is working and runs well but is considered in need of a complete overhaul, as is the braking system. The bodywork in good condition has some minor imperfections in the sides due to disuse. The preserved leather interior retains an excellent charm. Easy to restore, a car of certain appreciation.