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£393,000

1936 Jaguar SS100 2.5 Litre Two-Seater Sports Monte Carlo Rally entrant

United Kingdom • 14 Jun 2023

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1936 Jaguar SS100, chassis 18050, boasts a rich competition history, including participation in the 1937 Monte Carlo Rally and victory in the 1937 RAC Rally. Following a meticulous 10-year restoration, authenticated by the late David Davenport, this historically significant vehicle presents in exceptional condition, making it a prime candidate for major collections or museums.

Condition

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The car has undergone a 10-year concours restoration, with thorough overhauls of the engine, gearbox, chassis, and interior. The bodywork has been repainted in the original color, and all brightwork has been refurbished. The presence of restored original components and verification by marque specialists further attest to its exceptional condition.

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Chassis No:

18050

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Reg Number:

CVU 2

RHD/LHD:

RHD

It is difficult to overstate the importance of the SS100 to the Jaguar legend.

Forebear to the equally glamorous XK120 and E-Type, the two-seater was primarily marketed for competition usage which goes some way to explaining its tiny production numbers; 191 2½ Litre and 118 3½ Litre cars.

To put those figures into context Bugatti made 710 Type 57s, while Bentley completed 2,422 3½ Litre and 4¼ Litre chassis.

Accumulating silverware at both National and International level, the triumph of the SS100 programme helped convince Sir William Lyons to press ahead with the C-Type and D-Type ones during the 1950s (which netted five Le Mans 24-hours victories between them).

The example offered here – chassis 18050 – was an integral part of the Roadster’s success story as was its first owner, Jack Harrop.

The son of a Manchester industrialist, he had competed in a variety of Chrysler and MG cars before ordering one of Jaguar’s almost impossibly rakish two-seaters from his local dealership, He...