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- 1961 Jaguar Mk2 Race Car Ex-Les Ely
1961 Jaguar Mk2 Race Car Ex-Les Ely
Lot Number: 398
1961 Jaguar Mk2 Race Car Ex-Les Ely
Very well prepared race Mk2 with a fabulous racing history in the hands of the late Les Ely.
- 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
Pearl Grey -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
596 XUX
SUMMARY
Very well prepared race Mk2 with a fabulous racing history in the hands of the late Les Ely.
DESCRIPTION
- Wonderfully restored by an enthusiast marque expert, this Mark 2 was extensively campaigned by the late Les Ely
- The engine is a Peter Landa/Sigma Engineering 300bhp 3.8 with an upgraded fuel pump
- Aluminium louvered bonnet, door casings and boot lid, laminated screen with Perspex rear and side windows, driver's porthole and more
- The Jaguar was raced previously as 6 VTW for years, until its final outing in 2010, however that registration number has now been transferred and so it is 596 XUX
- Used mainly for shows in the last few years, it wouldn't take much to bring it up to a level where Historic Papers could be applied for
- A car of this provenance might easily be expected to have sold for a figure much higher than today's guide so, sadly, the investment in time and money by our enthusiast vendor will certainly far outweigh his likely return
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 398
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- MARK 2 RACE CAR
- Registration Number
- 596 XUX
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 203634DH
- Engine Number
- LB2212G
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Pearl Grey
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Car Specialist
- 07740 946796
- gary@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
97 / 135
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Vehicle History
Remarks
Full repaint in Jaguar Pearl Grey including underbody and interior metalwork An all-aluminium bonnet with louvered vents, boot lid and door casing were handmade for the vehicle to further reduce weight New laminated windscreen, Perspex rear screen with retaining brackets, and side windows with driver’s porthole The engine bay has been modified to enhance cooling and repainted in pearl grey Fitted with a Peter Lander/Sigma Engineering 300bhp engine Whilst the engine was removed, full assessment was made and an upgraded oil pump fitted All hoses and clips replaced to racing standard Gearbox tested and checked, front and rear axle removed and upgraded with new bushes and mountings Competition adjustable shocks fitted all round Large-bore stainless steel exhaust with extractor six-branch manifold fitted. Upgraded fuel system with new twin Facet electric pumps and fuel lines. Malpassi fuel filter and pressure regulator fitted. Foam-filled alloy fuel tank Competition front and rear brake callipers Fitted 6" Minilite wheels with Dunlop 204 racing tyres Wooden dash faces were replaced with aluminium as in the lightweight E-Type New 3-speed wiper motor, cables, arms and blades repositioned in cockpit with screen washer bottle New electric temperature-controlled coolant fan with override switch and warning light Fitted with upgraded high-output headlamps Twin water temperature and oil pressure gauges fitted
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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