2015-11-24 21:27:48 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 12/15
www.bonhams.com/auctions/22705/lot/323/

Auction description:
Lot 323
1957 Jaguar Mark VIII Saloon
Registration no. TAA 210
Chassis no. 762369BW
£23,000 - 26,000
US$ 35,000 - 39,000
Auction 22705:
The December Sale
Collector's Motor Cars, Motorcycles and Automobilia
10 Dec 2015 4:00 GMT
Hendon, RAF Museum

A automatic transmission model, 'TAA 210' was purchased by the current vendor in January 2002. Three previous owners are shown, although one of the changes of ownership was within the same family. The accompanying Jaguar Heritage Certificate states that this Mark VIII was delivered new via Russell's Garage of Chatham, Kent to Lt Col Adrian M W Cryar of Grayshott, Hampshire.

Between 2008 and 2015 the car was totally stripped and rebuilt, including a change of engine to a more powerful unit of the same type. In addition, the chassis was stripped and enamelled, and the suspension overhauled with new bushes. Many of the body panels were renewed, while both fuel tanks were refurbished and are operational. The wheels were bead blasted and powder coated, and new brakes and tyres fitted. An entirely new interior was crafted by two elderly specialists; selected hides were purchased and then conditioned, coloured, cut, stitched and fitted to refurbished seat structures, all this work being done, of course, by hand. The pair also made carpets and headlining to match. New chrome was sourced wherever possible, although some pieces are not available and so the originals were reused. A new wiring harness has been installed and the electrical system changed to negative earth so that modern electrical equipment can be used, and the car has also been fitted with power steering and an electric choke. In total, in excess of £15,000 has been spent on refurbishment since 2008. Associated bills are on file and the car also comes with a V5C registration document and an MoT certificate valid until late to 2016.

2026-09-10 15:57:37 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 9/26

cars.bonhams.com/auction/31857/lot/255/1957-jaguar-mark-viii-saloon-chassis-no-7 ...

1957 Jaguar Mk VIII

Estimate £25,000 - £35,000

Bonhams - Goodwood Revival, Goodwood, UK

19 September, 2026

Lot 255

Registration no. Not UK registered

Chassis no. 762369 BW

Engine no. N 9645-8

• Delivered new in the UK

• Supplied through Henlys Ltd and Russell's Garage

• Later exported to Germany

• Long-term enthusiast ownership

• Extensively restored between 2008 and 2015

Manufactured on 7th November 1957, chassis number '762369 BW' left the Coventry factory finished in its highly attractive colour combination of Indigo Blue over Cotswold Blue with a Grey leather interior, exactly as recorded on its accompanying JDHT Certificate. The car was dispatched on 30th December 1957 through Henlys Ltd, London and supplied by Russell's Garage of Chatham, Kent to first owner Lt Col Adrian Cryar of Grayshott, Hindhead.

This example comes with an exceptionally well-documented history. It was acquired by its long-term custodian in January 2002 and has remained in careful enthusiast ownership ever since. Between 2008 and 2015, the Jaguar underwent an extensive restoration, previously documented when offered by Bonhams at The December Sale of 2015, where it sold for £27,600 including buyer's premium. The aforementioned restoration was comprehensive in scope and included:

• Complete body-off restoration

• Chassis stripped and refinished

• Suspension fully overhauled with new bushes

• Extensive replacement of body panels where required

• Both fuel tanks refurbished

• Wheels bead-blasted and powder-coated

• New brakes and tyres

• Completely handcrafted new leather interior

• New carpets and headlining

• New wiring harness

• Electrical system converted to negative earth

• Fitted with power steering

• Electric choke installation

• Engine replaced with a more powerful correct-type Jaguar XK unit during restoration

Reportedly, more than £15,000 was spent on this restoration alone. The accompanying history file is particularly impressive and contains the following:

• Jaguar Heritage Trust Production Record Trace Certificate

• Original UK V5 registration documents

• German registration papers

• Registration history

• 'Big Saloons on Tour' Certificate (2016)

• Bonhams auction catalogue and previous sale documentation

• Extensive invoices from Jaguar specialists including Worcester Classic Spares

• Restoration invoices and parts receipts

• Restoration photographs documenting the work undertaken

The supplied JDHT Certificate confirms the car retains its original chassis and factory colour combination, making it a highly attractive and well-documented example of Jaguar's flagship saloon. Offered with extensive provenance, restoration details and a substantial history file, it represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the marque's most elegant post-war luxury saloons.

Please note that this vehicle is from outside the UK. Our customs agents, CARS UK, will manage all post sale customs administration. A fee of £350+VAT will be charged on the buyer's invoice to administer both import or export customs movements. If the buyer also chooses to ship with CARS UK, this will be quoted separately. If this vehicle is to remain in the UK, it will be subject to Import VAT at the reduced rate of 5% on the hammer price. This vehicle will not be available for immediate collection after the sale and will only be released on completion of customs clearance formalities. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Car Department.