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- 1948 Jaguar 2½-Litre Saloon
1948 Jaguar 2½-Litre Saloon
Lot Number: 179
1948 Jaguar 2½-Litre Saloon
A fine example of Jaguar's post-war, 105bhp, 2½-litre, straight-six 'sporting 'saloon. Restored some years ago and still looking crisp.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
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REG NUMBER
JYW 779 -
ODOMETER READING
89000 Miles
SUMMARY
A fine example of Jaguar's post-war, 105bhp, 2½-litre, straight-six 'sporting 'saloon. Restored some years ago and still looking crisp.
DESCRIPTION
- The Mk IV Jaguar is felt by many to be the epitome of British car design of its era. The huge chrome headlamps, sweeping wings and running boards, luxurious leather interior and French polished wood all speak of style and opulence
- This delightful example is powered by the 105bhp, 2½-litre straight-six and is finished in classic 1950s black
- Owned initially by a Mr Mark Rose of Kent, then Harry Philips of Margate in 1953, then onto Walker Stanley Hudson in 1955. Stanley Kennard was the fourth keeper in 1964 and our lucky custodian became the fifth keeper in January 1974, some 50 years ago
- JYW 779 was treated to a three-year body-off rebuild in 1990 by Davenport Cars of Sandy, an SS specialist still in business today
- Brand new sills were fabricated from scratch using the original factory drawings and the engine was refreshed at the same time (previously fully rebuilt in 1973)
- The interior was also totally refurbished by a Jaguar specialist with the correct materials to match the originals, West Of England headlining and brown valmour hide. Fitted from new with a cigarette lighter and air conditioning
- Some concours success in the 1990s, not quite at that level now but still presents really well
- Post-war motoring at its best and a significant part of Jaguar history
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 179
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- 2.5 LITRE
- Variant
- Saloon
- Registration Number
- JYW 779
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 511482
- Engine Number
- P1619
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Black
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
107 / 135
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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
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