This remarkable example has been treated to a painstaking restoration in the last few years, with under 2000 miles recorded since its completion. First delivered in December 1966 via Jaguar Cars of New York, this early 2+2 was repatriated into the UK around 2018 as a suitable basis for full restoration. The work was commissioned to award-winning restoration specialist Bridge Classic Cars, under the instruction to prepare a car for reliably traveling from the (then) owner’s English to European homes, in comfort and at speed (but sadly due to ill-health, these planned trips never happened) The body was stripped to a bare shell, new panels used where necessary, with the shell prepared and then finished as original. The engine was stripped and uprated by renowned racing engine builders Scholar Engineering. An original D-Type cylinder head was acquired, ported and fitted with Kent camshafts, also uprated Mahle pistons added to a reground and balanced crank. The triple carburettors were rebuilt and polished before marrying them to the engine for bench testing. Usefully, 123 electronic ignition is now fitted. This work is supported by a separate bill for £7,634. This is the standout feature of this car. Upgrades include all fuel lines to allow new E10 fuel to be used. To improve cooling/heating a larger capacity aluminium radiator and heater matrix were fitted and breathing enhanced by a full stainless steel exhaust system. The interior was completely re-trimmed in soft black leather, with a new headlining. Seventy-two spoke stainless wire wheels dress each corner of the car, fitted with Pirelli Cinturato tyres. All chrome work has either been re-chromed or renewed, the lighting system has been upgraded to halogen, with new rear lights. And there is a period looking "hazard warning" switch. Servicing, carburettor work, brakes, door alignment, repair handbrake (new pads fitted), replaced gearbox and differential oils, new water pump, replaced door chrome strip with OEM chrome. Insurance valuation from 2019 as £90 000. Reputedly matching the refurbishment costs.