2006-12-31 00:04:32 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '04
www.practicalclassics.co.uk/auctionlot/by-id/938968875/

Auction description:
Jaguar MK V Drophead Coupe
Exceptional Cars and Automobilia, Christies (7th June 2004)
Overview
Usable project, which can be progressively improved upon

Lot Details
Auction Exceptional Cars and Automobilia
Christies, Jack Barclay Showroom, Nine Elms, London
Type Car
Lot Number 092
Estimate £15000-£20000
Hammer Price -
Hammer Price (inc premium) £21150
Year 1950
Condition rating 4
Registration number SSU 811
Mileage -
Chassis number 647333
Engine number Z3127
Engine capacity (cc) 3485

2007-07-19 17:47:31 | pauls writes:

Additional auction description:
Registration No. SSU 811 Chassis No. 647333 Engine No. Z3127 Burgundy over black with white hood and dark red interior. Left hand drive.
This example was imported to the UK in the late 1980s, following a period of restoration in America. It was offered for sale at Christie's Summer Vintage auction in 1989 where it was acquired by the present owner.
Today the car has a somewhat aged appearance and it is clear that any work carried out whilst in America was largely cosmetic, rather than a thorough rebuild. As a result, the car is worthy of careful inspection and in Christie's opinion notable areas that need attention are the base of both doors and the wings.
Accordingly, the car is offered at a modest price level for its model, and so represents a usable project, which can be progressively improved upon.