2025-07-25 11:09:32 | pauls writes:

See description posted for 647068, previous car, said to be correct for this car. Contrary to carandclassic's description the data plate appears to be this car 647069

2025-07-25 11:26:18 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in 2024 winning bid £33,500

www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1950-jaguar-mk-v-35l-dhc-nMeVbn

Rare early Mk V DHC

Retrimmed tan leather interior 

Well presented black coachwork 

Desirable 3.5L 125bhp model with Moss box 

Enthusiast owned USA car, now UK registered

The saloon sold well but only 577 LHD DHCs were built. Chassis records indicate that this is car number 68, built in 1950. It has clearly spent much time in the USA - there are some enthusiast badge bars to peruse in the photographs - and arrives here in smart, presentable condition with a retrimmed interior. 

The MK V DHC is rare and statesmanlike. This one is a timely reminder why we should revere these lovely vintage cars. 

The History and Paperwork

Chassis records show the car was factory built in 1950 

This appears to be car number 68 of the 577 LDH DHC 3.5litre cars built 

Chassis 6 prefix indicates it left the factory as a genuine 3.5litre model 

Various bar badges indicate a life in North America, where it formed part of a large static collection

Recently imported to and registered in the UK 

Reg number WXS 899

The Condition

Tidy black paintwork in good order with only minor marks

Beige DHC factory roof arrangement with two-stage roll back settings

Chromework presents as bright and well finished with straight bumpers

Whitewall tyres in good, clean order showing plenty of tread

Cruciform braced factory chassis in generally good condition 

There is surface rust and some localised issues to note on underside 

Underside displays some new bolts and washers indicating recent work 

Boot area shows some scuffs to trim and inner boot trim 

Tan leather interior appears to have been retrimmed and retains protective front seat covers 

Door cards have also apparently been retrimmed 

Unmodified and well detailed interior including smart wood veneers

Cabin shows minor deterioration to veneers but not immediately obvious

Retrimmed carpets in good order with quality finish 

Stylised Smiths dials and factory four spoke Bakelite steering wheel 

Badge bar with decals from North American Jaguar clubs 

The Mechanics 

3,485cc ‘Standard’ OHV straight six 125bhp engine 

4spd Moss manual gearbox 

All round hydraulic brakes 

Twin SU carburettors

Independent front suspension 

No reported running or driving issues

Recently imported after having formed part of a large static collection, so some recommissioning should be anticipated