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- 1966 Jaguar Mk2 3.8-Litre 'Coombs'-Style
1966 Jaguar Mk2 3.8-Litre 'Coombs'-Style
Lot Number: 553
1966 Jaguar Mk2 3.8-Litre 'Coombs'-Style
A super drivers' car, now 3.8-litres and upgraded and presented as an homage to the distinctive Coombs-modified, Mk2s of the Sixties.
- Sold for: £20,250
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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REG NUMBER
HDU 908D -
ODOMETER READING
95011 Miles
SUMMARY
A super drivers' car, now 3.8-litres and upgraded and presented as an homage to the distinctive Coombs-modified, Mk2s of the Sixties.
DESCRIPTION
- Registered HDU 908D on 25/02/1966 as one of 50 pre-registered Jaguars then exported to Zimbabwe, returning around 2015/16
- Finished in British Racing Green with black wire wheels and chrome spinners
- Light tan leather interior with a Moto-Lita wood-rim steering wheel
- Restored in Zimbabwe however the engine was rebuilt incorrectly at the time, hence a full strip-down and rebuild by its one and only UK-keeper since arriving here
- At this point it was decided to upgrade the car with a number of performance modifications in the style of those offered in period by Coombs of Guilford
- The company offered a plethora of options from which customers could choose so no two were the same, but generally included an uprated engine matched by steering and suspension mods in addition to the Coombs signature rear wheel arches and louvred bonnet
- In this case the engine size was increased to 3.8-litres, fully balanced with a 9.5:1 compression ratio, larger SUs on a gas flowed inlet, lightened flywheel, a competition clutch and much more
- At the same time, Adwest power-steering was added (an original option), an LSD fitted, upgraded brakes, stiffer springs with gas shockers and a new set of period Blockley Radials were fitted
- Good history file including details from the overseas owner, Mrs Bathurst-Brown, and includes correspondence, many invoices and photographic evidence of work completed
- This is without doubt a true drivers car offering around 260bhp with the brakes, handling and looks to match
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 553
- Make
- JAGUAR
- Model
- MK 2 3.8
- Registration Number
- HDU 908D
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 170502DN
- Engine Number
- KJ9011-8
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- BRG
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
93 / 130
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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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