2014-09-16 19:38:41 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 9/14

www.classic-auctions.com/Auctions/08-10-2014-ImperialWarMuseumDuxford-1369/1956J ...

Auction description:

Sale Date: 8th October 2014

1956 Jaguar MK I

Estimate: (£) 15,000 - 18,000

Reg Number: VPT 334

Chassis Number: S904171

Engine Number:

Cc: 3.4

Body Colour: Dark Blue

Trim Colour: Blue

Lot Number: 81

MOT ExpiryDate: Exempt

'VPT 334' has clearly benefited from restoration at some stage and is presented in Dark Blue teamed with Blue interior trim. The original 2.4-litre XK engine has at some stage been supplanted by a 3.4-litre one. The vendor acquired the Jaguar in July 2013 and currently classes the bodywork, paintwork and six-cylinder engine as 'excellent', and the interior trim and four-speed manual gearbox as 'good'. This tidy-looking MKI is being sold complete with full length sunroof and period wing mirrors and Lucas auxiliary lights.

2026-04-20 15:49:14 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 4/26

www.tradeclassics.com/auctions/jaguar/1956-jaguar-mk1-2/

Auction description:

Model MK1 3.4

Transmission 5-speed Manual

Reg. Date 02-11-1956

CC 3442

Mileage ~1,541 on clock

History Since 2017

Colour Clarendon Blue

Interior Colour Grey

Interior Trim Leather

Chassis # S904171

Engine # KJ43638

MOT Yes Exp. 02-03-2027

MOT Exempt Yes

Road Tax Exempt Yes

HPi Clear Yes - All Clear

Former Keepers 6

Tyre Brand Avon

Tyre Age 2017

# of Keys 3

LHD or RHD RHD

Visited Yes

Sale Type Private

Owned 10 Years

Key Feature +£50k Of Spend

Vehicle Registration VPT 334

Driver’s Side Right

Coming to market from ~10 years with our vendor and presented in striking 'Clarendon Blue' over a grey leather interior, this robust and well-maintained MK1 boasts an impressive history. While it underwent an undocumented restoration in the past, its true value lies in the £50,000+ invested in comprehensive renovations since 2017.

Fitted with a fully rebuilt 3.4-litre XK engine paired with a smooth Toyota 5-speed manual gearbox, it also has renewed suspension and the addition of front disc brakes for improved safety and handling. Also having a beautifully restored cabin that retains its classic Jaguar charm, it also offers several practical modern upgrades.

This magazine featured car also comes with 12 months MOT, its official Heritage Certificate, and three sets of keys.

Far from being a just a 'show queen' this MK1 is a regular sight at shows; its reliability and comfort were recently underscored by a seamless round trip between London and Manchester.

During Glenn's ownership it is always kept in a secure garage, the car is now being offered for sale simply because it is no longer being used as often as it deserves.

The steel wheels are smartly presented, with decent hubs and chrome rings.

The front and rear of the car are fitted with Avon tyres, showing a spec of 6.40-15 - they do not show any date coding, but Glenn has documented them as 2017 purchases. They are all in good shape with visually even tread.

Please take time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels, and tyres so you can make your own assessment of their condition. Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn, or over 10 years old.

Bodywork

The exterior shows no panel damage, providing a positive fit. All doors open and close with ease, although the passenger front door needs a little effort to close completely. The shut lines are consistent.

There are no visual issues noted on the chassis rails, floor pan, engine bay, boot floor or front wheel wells. The rear jacking points show mild signs of age, but given the age of the car, the Jaguar is remarkably solid underneath.

We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer, and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

Cosmetic work was carried out on the car 2019. The 'Clarendon Blue' paint finish has a positive lustre and a consistent finish. There are a few minor marks and blemishes on the surface of the paint, but nothing that distracts.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

The glass is in decent order, with good seals. The lights and lenses are in good condition; some of the seals show minor signs of age.

The brightwork is complete, having been rechromed in 2019. There are minor signs of age spotted on the windscreen finisher and one of the door trims.

The bumpers are well-mounted and in good shape.

Seats and Carpets

The front seats have been re-covered, and the rear were reconnolised in 2017 - they all present positively.

A full carpet set was fitted in 2020, and all are clean and free of dampness.

Dashboard

As part of the 2020 interior refit, the veneer dashboard underwent a restoration, which includes a rebuilt and recalibrated ammeter and speedometer. The facia, controls and dials are in good order and all function as they should.

The door cards, headlining and interior trim are in good condition, with just a loose-fitting section noted inside the offside C-Pillar.

The engine starts up easily with the choke, it idles evenly with no untoward noises, and on the day we didn’t see any evidence of fluid leaks. The car puffed out a small amount of exhaust smoke on start-up, but it was free of splutters or uneven running. All of the ignition lights remained off.

The 3.4-litre engine was subject to a £9.7K rebuild in 2017, followed by further work in 2021, including new exhaust manifolds, replaced core plugs, throttle linkages and a new sump gasket. The car has also been fitted with an electric choke, 123 electronic distributor, an alternator with negative earth, an electric fan and a new radiator. The engine presents cleanly, with decent hoses and ancillaries, all suggesting careful maintenance.

A stainless steel exhaust was fitted in 2018 and a 5-Speed Toyota Supra Gearbox, mounts and prop shaft were fitted in 2017, and as a result, add a genuinely pleasurable aspect to the driving experience. The clutch operates without issue, and a new clutch master cylinder was fitted in 2021.

Suspension and Brakes

The car rides evenly and smoothly with no negative feedback or unwanted noises heard. The car was fitted with new rear shocks in 2017 and new front springs and shocks in 2020. Anti-roll bars and front subframe mounts were fitted in 2018.

The brakes function without fault, stopping the car confidently and it has a front disc brake conversion.