Lot details Registration No: YJI 37 Chassis No: IL29766DN Mot Expiry: Jan 2005
With original D Types, even private owner examples that did not win Le Mans, costing many hundreds of thousands of pounds, the only affordable alternative for the Jaguar enthusiast without the buying power of a multi-millionaire is to own a well-executed replica.
This late 1990s 'Le Mans' recreation was shaken down on the Norwich Union Classic run before acquisition by a well known Midlands collector in whose hands it was only exposed to occasional sunny afternoon outings. We understand that it has probably done less than 1000 miles during his ownership, reportedly performing well on its last outing during the summer.
With powerful and torquey Jaguar 4.2-litre 6-cylinder XK motor and 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive, the composite-bodied beauty in BRG is both rapid and effortless to drive, as well as being simple and inexpensive to maintain. The cockpit, superbly trimmed in green leather, has been well detailed with alloy-riveting as it has under the bonnet. Similarly evocative are the well replicated Dunlop wheels, costly to reproduce to the original pattern, which have been shod with period-correct looking tyres and at first glance, with the original 'D' type steering wheel and period instruments, you could be hard pressed to tell it from an original example. The MOT has been freshly passed, the next test not being due until next January, while the tax disc on the car is current until June.
Really handsome looking, this sports/racer replica exudes most authentic patina. This is your chance to experience motor sporting history today for yourself - and what finer set of wheels could there be for that proverbial and memorable trip to and from the pub?
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