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£57,375 (Est: £60,000 - £70,000)

1950 Jaguar MkV Three-Position Drophead Coupé

United Kingdom • 9 Nov 2024

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a rare, right-hand drive 1950 Jaguar MkV 3½-litre Drophead Coupe, one of only 108 produced. It features a Concours-level restoration from the 1990s, is finished in its original Royal Blue with cream leather, and is believed to retain its original engine and gearbox.

Condition

7

While the car has undergone a Concours-level restoration and is described as presenting well, the listing also indicates that it has been looked after by a marque specialist since its return to the UK, implying that ongoing maintenance or minor repairs have been necessary. The description notes that the Australian climate has been kind to the underside, suggesting it's in impressive condition for its age, not necessarily flawless. As such, without a detailed inspection report, it's difficult to assess if it meets the criteria for a higher rating.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

640305

Odometer:

2,048 miles

Reg Number:

SXS 806

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Jaguar MkV was officially unveiled on 30th September 1948 and launched at the London Motor Show a month later, sharing stand space with the XK120.

Whilst the XK120 stole the show, the MkV vastly outsold it by roughly 3,000 cars per year.

The MkV retained the Standard Swallow (SS) drivetrain including the overhead-valve pushrod straight-six 2½ and 3½-litre engines, the 3,485cc six being rated at 126bhp.

The chassis was new, introducing independent front suspension with double wishbones and torsion bars, a feature of many future offerings from Jaguar and it also had hydraulic brakes and an all-pressed steel body.

The standard saloon was attractive, but the three-position Drophead Coupe was truly magnificent.

The lovely canvas top had working Landau irons and could be fully fastened, folded half way back to give a Sedanca appearance, or lowered into a full convertible position.

When open, it was easy to see the opulent leather and wood interior.

Just 108 right-hand drive 3½-li...