2009-12-15 12:11:20 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 12/09
www.barons-auctions.com/details.php

Auction description:
Model 3.5 Saloon
First Registered 1947
Registration No HSL388
Engine No 51117
Chassis No 611080
MOT Sep 2010
Colour Gunmetal Grey

Offered here is a rare, top of the range, 3.5 Saloon of 1947 vintage, which was originally supplied to Brylaws Motors Melbourne. It was acquired by the vendor in 1981, in Australia and repatriated to the UK in 1994, when he relocated.

In 2003 the vendor began a modest restoration but as time passed, this became a full blown restoration of the chassis, body, running gear and interior, which has taken six years. The attention to detail is so great that the car has been equipped with the correct, rubber cased, battery, the correct tyres have been sourced through Blockley's, the boot lid tool tray and glove box have been reflocked to original specification. A new wiring loom has been installed, which includes the facility to add flashing indicators, if desired, the window glass is all new as are all the chrome fittings.

This Jaguar is presented in outstanding condition by its owner of some 28 years. It would be impossible to acquire another example for restoration and complete that restoration for double the reserve placed on the car. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity, offering outstanding value.

2010-01-23 23:41:31 | pauls writes:

Sold £56000+Prem

2010-05-13 18:04:43 | pauls writes:

Car to be at Coy's auction 5/10
www.coys.co.uk/auctions/lot.php

Auction description:
1947 Jaguar Mk IV 3.5 Litre Saloon
Lot 141
Registration Number: HSL 388
Chassis Number: 611080

This fine example was believed to have been exported directly to Australia with a plate on the bulkhead bearing the name ‘Brylaw Motors, Melbourne’, along with other information supplied by the Jaguar Heritage Trust. Early history of the car is vague but it is believed the car was barely driven and was kept in dry storage in Melbourne. The car was acquired in 1981 by an English gentleman in Sydney, where he kept it for 14 years before returning to the UK with the car in 1994. The Jaguar covered 5,000 miles while with him in Australia and a further 1,000 miles in the UK. The current mileage reading is 84,100 which is believed to be genuine.

Restoration of the car commenced in 2003 with the initial intention of a light respray; 6 years later and many thousands of pounds and man hours later the Jaguar was finished. The work consisted of a bare metal restoration of the chassis, running gear and bodywork with all panels removed. All mechanical components were checked for wear and a new wiring loom installed. Brakes were completely overhauled with new brake linings all round, all interior woodwork was restored in walnut and interior upholstery completely renewed in red hide, and all window glass and chrome work was replaced. The car sits on new Brockley tyres and the tool tray in the rear boot compartment has almost been completely ‘reflocked’ as original.

The car is supplied with a Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate which confirms it was produced on 1st April 1947 and sold directly to the export market on 25th April. Also supplied is a V5 document, an MoT certificate valid until September 2010 and an original service manual.

This fine vehicle is in exceptional condition and you would be hard pressed to find a similar example of what is perhaps the finest Jaguar ever made in such good order.

Estimate: £58000 - £70000

2010-07-05 08:49:28 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 7/10
www.coys.co.uk/auctions/lot.php

Same description as above.

2010-11-27 09:26:14 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 12/10
www.coys.co.uk/fpA207.php

Same description and pictures.

2011-01-22 23:57:15 | pauls writes:

Outcome NOT SOLD

2011-05-09 15:13:43 | pauls writes:

Car now offered at:
www.vintagerollsroycecars.com/car-details/1947-jaguar-mark-iv-saloon-35-litre_37 ...

Sellers description:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV saloon, 3.5 Litre
Chassis number 611080
Registration number HSL388

This car is undergoing a full nut & bolt restoration to concours condition. The bodywork & paint is all complete. The exterior is finished in gunmetal grey metallic in mint condition. The exterior chrome work has also been extensively redone. The car sits on 4 new Blockley tyres which are mounted on grey anodized wire wheels.

The interior is spectacular with lovely burgundy leather, all brand new & matching burgundy carpets. The woodwork is original & has all been refinished to a high standard.

The car is currently with marque specialist David Davenport who is completing the engine rebuild & also fitting a modern 5 speed brand new gear box which gives the car long legs & makes it so much more drivable in modern traffic.

All period details are absolutely correct including the rexine door cards, boot mounted tool kit, large fully opening sun roof etc etc etc.

We expect the car to be ready in about 5 weeks time. You have to see this car to appreciate how good it is & understand what a wonderful driving experience it is.
Price: £77,000