BF Auction: No Reserve 1964 Jaguar S-Type

Seller: James W halen (Contact)
Location: New Holland, Pennsylvania
Mileage: 71,000 Shown
Chassis #: P1B75411BW
Title Status: Clean
Engine: 3.8-Liter DOHC Inline-6
Transmission: Automatic

The Jaguar S-Type was a unique offering within the Jaguar lineup. It was smaller and cheaper than the top-of-the-line Mark X, yet more sophisticated than the Mark 2 it was meant to replace. With its elegant styling, fantastic 3.8-liter inline-6, and independent rear suspension, it was the best of both cars. This 1964 Jaguar S-Type has been in storage since 1974 and is being offered by its second owner’s estate. They’ve decided to list it here as a Barn Finds Auction. It’s located in New Holland, Pennsylvania, and has a clean title.

The seller’s estate opted to have one of our professional photographers take photos, so we get a comprehensive look at it. It looks to be a survivor with some amazing patina. Unfortunately, they don’t know its history beyond the fact that it was parked in a garage in 1974. Its odometer is currently showing 71,012 miles, which could very well be original.

When this Jaguar was built, the brand was focused on building sporty but luxurious cars. While the S-Type was one of their cheaper offerings, they didn’t cheap out on the interior. We find lots of leather and walnut here. Time in storage appears to have preserved the leather from sun and heat damage, but the interior still needs attention. The leather will need cleaning and conditioning. There are cracks in the leather, some of the wood veneer appears to be delaminating, and the carpets should be replaced. Several companies provide parts for these, and specialists can restore the wood trim. All the major components are present.

One of the defining features of any Jaguar from this era is its engine. Their dual overhead-cam inline-6 engines are impressive, even by modern standards, but are downright incredible in the context of when they were designed. The S-Type was offered with either the 3.4-liter or the 3.8-liter variant. This example received the more desirable 3.8-liter. It’s paired with an automatic transmission and was rated at 220 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque. The engine bay looks complete in the photos but could use some tidying. Given the long-term storage, you will want to do a thorough service before putting it back on the road.

These S-Types are wonderful cars to drive. They offer some of the same experience you get from an XK or an E-Type, but with room to haul the family and a much lower price tag. This one is going to need work, but it’s a good color combo and has a great look. Be sure to take a closer look at the photos in the gallery below. Leave any questions you have for the seller in the comments section below!