LONG-LIFE FORMULA
TWO ESSENTIAL ingredients are required to preserve a low-mileage Jaguar to ensure it becomes a desirable classic in the future: rustproofing and maintenance. The former relies on the first owner, especially important when talking about a Jaguar from the Seventies, a time when disputes and supply problems saw the British motoring industry producing poor-quality cars that began rotting in the first few years of their lives. So, initially rust-proofing the car is a must, and routine rust-proofing a bonus.
Secondly, there is no point keeping mileage down if the vehicle isn’t maintained. Perishable items, such as rubber suspension bushes, should be replaced and servicing is essential regardless of mileage, because engine, diff’ and gearbox oils degrade, and coolant won’t prevent internal corrosion forever.
Other factors to consider if you plan to preserve a car include keeping it standard and retaining all the features that often disappear over time, such as manufacturer’s stickers and labels.
The 1974 XJ6 Series 2 seen here has all of the above and more. It’s currently owned by Jaguar enthusiast Geoff Spencer, who is reluctantly selling it; he also owns an
