Mark 2 (1959 to 1969)

The Jaguar Mark 2 (Mk II), produced globally from 1959 to 1969, remains the definitive British sports saloon, famously evolving into the 240 and 340 budget variants for its final two years after the 3.8L engine was largely retired in late 1967. In the 2026 Australian market, the Mark 2 continues to be a high-yield classic, with market values for a well-sorted 3.8L manual with overdrive—the most coveted specification—typically ranging from $78,000 to $135,000 AUD, while the smaller-capacity 2.4L and 240 models trade between $32,000 and $55,000 AUD. Its desirability is permanent, driven by its "Inspector Morse" nostalgia and its successful 1960s Australian Touring Car Championship heritage under Bob Jane, attracting a buyer pool of established collectors, vintage racing enthusiasts, and classic car investors who value its "Grace, Space, and Pace." Locally, liquidity is highest for the 3.8L and 3.4L variants fitted with wire wheels and power steering, as 2026 buyers increasingly seek the full performance potential of the XK engine for modern classic rallies and regional touring.

The Jaguar Mark 2 (Mk II), produced globally from 1959 to 1969, remains the definitive British sports saloon, famously evolving into the 240 and 340 budget variants for its final two years after the 3.8L engine was largely retired in late 1967. In the 2026 Australian market, the Mark 2 continues to be a high-yield classic, with market values for a well-sorted 3.8L manual with overdrive—the most coveted specification—typically ranging from $78,000 to $135,000 AUD, while the smaller-capacity 2.4L … Read more