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1938 SS Jaguar 1½-Litre Saloon
Lot Number: 190
1938 SS Jaguar 1½-Litre Saloon
An original right-hand drive Jaguar 1½-Litre Saloon supplied by Henlys of London. A recent restoration and in very impressive condition.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 9th December, 2023 at 11.45am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Black -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
GJO 110 -
ODOMETER READING
97190 Miles
SUMMARY
An original right-hand drive Jaguar 1½-Litre Saloon supplied by Henlys of London. A recent restoration and in very impressive condition.
DESCRIPTION
- In 1933, SS Cars Limited was formed, initially as a subsidiary of the Swallow sidecar-building business before, in 1945, rebranding as Jaguar Cars Ltd
- Their best selling models pre-war were the Jaguar Saloons in both 2½-litre and 1½-litre capacities
- This sparkling example is finished in its original colour and the refurbished interior is in cream leather with the correct Art Deco sunburst-style door cards. The figured Walnut dashboard and door caps have been refinished to a very high standard and black overmats cover the beige carpets
- The windscreen winds open allowing a pleasant air flow to keep the occupants cool, aided by a large sunroof which opens easily and opening quarter lights
- It has been subject to a major restoration, including a full professional respray, re-chroming and new wheels. The underside, engine bay and interior are in excellent condition
- According to our vendor 'The engine runs wonderfully, it has been tuned so it produces 40bhp instead of 14bhp, doesn't sound like much but it can cruise at 50-60 and keep up with modern traffic. The 4-speed manual goes into all gears perfectly'
- We understand that all the electrics work and everything does what it should do, including the old semaphore indicators
- The car is supplied with its V5C, Jaguar Heritage Certificate and invoices for work carried out confirming that it had nearly £6,000 spent on the engine and running gear earlier this year. It also has a 1958 tax disc in the windscreen!
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 190
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- 1½-LITRE SALOON
- Registration Number
- GJO 110
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 51478
- Engine Number
- 1776KA755E
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Black
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
92 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Chrome:
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Remarks
Excellent, full respray, re-chroming and new wheels have resulted in an immaculate example of a Jaguar SS. The condition is exceptional.
Interior
Door-Cards:
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Headlining:
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Remarks
The seats and carpet have been fully reupholstered, and the wood is also immaculate without any cracks.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
The engine runs wonderfully, it has been tuned so it produces 40BHP instead of 14BHP, doesn't sound like much but it can cruise at 50-60 and keep up with modern traffic.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
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Remarks
4 speed manual, goes into all gears perfectly.
Running Gear
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Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
All electrics work, not much but everything does what it should do. including the old indicators!
Vehicle History
Remarks
It has the V5, Jaguar heritage certificate and invoices for work carried out. It had nearly £6,000 spent on the engine and running gear earlier this year. It also has a 1958 tax disc in the windscreen!
Restoration Notes
It has been subject to a major restoration, including a full professional respray. The underside, engine bay and interior is like new.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 10th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 11th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 11th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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