1960 Jaguar MK 2 3.8 4-Speed w/Overdrive

This 1960 Jaguar MK2 is equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission, electric overdrive, power steering, and its original 3. 8-liter straight-six. Shipped to Jaguar Cars in New York in January 1960 and first owned by a Maryland couple, it made its way to Vancouver Island and then  in 1989 to Edmonton, Alberta where it remains today. The car is sold with a Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate along with records back to 1989 and an Alberta registration. Flaws shown in detail photos include touched-up chips along with peeling of painted undercoat from behind the front bumper and under the leading edge of the hood. Painted steel wheels are hooded by standard deep spats and wear polished caps and beauty rings. Four new Vredestein blackwalls have recently replaced the older thin whitewalls shown in some photos. New door and window seals have been installed within the past three years, including those for the front and rear vent windows. Photos show the condition of upholstery, woodwork, and carpeting along with detailing dash lettering and bright hardware including the ash tray interior. Sound insulation has been added to all doors and behind the rear seat. Some carpet discoloration is noted in the driverâ??s footwell. Recent work included repair of the turn indicator switch to restore its self-cancelling function. A new speedometer cable has recently been fitted, and the 5-digit odometer currently shows just under 65k indicated miles. The 3. Installation of an oil seal conversion kit involved removal and disassembly of the engine along with machining of the crankshaft. New main, connecting rod, and camshaft bearings were also installed along with a replacement oil pump and fresh gaskets throughout. Twin SU carburetors were overhauled and draw fuel from a recently flushed tank via an electric pump and new steel lines. The radiator was also flushed and fitted with new hoses. An electronic ignition was installed along with new spark plugs and a fresh battery. Fresh factory blue paint covers the cylinder head, which was reportedly reconditioned prior to 2006 along with replacement of the timing chain and sprockets. Underhood cosmetic improvements included light polishing of the rocker covers and air inlet along with ceramic coating of the exhaust manifold, which is linked to a stainless exhaust. Shifting is via a 4-speed manual gearbox equipped with a Laycock de Normanville electric overdrive, which received a new overdrive solenoid prior to 2006. The recent work included replacement of the clutch plate, clutch master and slave cylinders, driveshaft U-joints, and all driveline lubricants. New rear engine mounts were also fitted. Underside photos show general condition of floors, chassis rails, and largely retained undercoating. A rack and pinion steering conversion from XKs Unlimited has replaced the worn original Burman box. The power steering pump has also been rebuilt, and the upper ball joint boots are recent replacements. Brake reconditioning included a new master cylinder and booster. The trunk is photographed with its rubber mat and spare tire covered removed to show condition of the sheet metal underneath. A non-original but refurbished and complete factory tool kit is included along with a jack and brace. The Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust certificate confirms the matching engine number and original color scheme. History prior to 1989 is largely unknown.