2012-07-27 21:42:49 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction 7/12
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Auction description:
French registration
Chassis # 1E76817
Engine No. 7E52476-9

- No reserve
- More than €70,000 of restoration bills
- 2 +2, the perfect package for the family

This beautiful 2 +2 on offer belongs to the same owner since 2002. He acquired the car recognizing that it needed a complete restoration. Starting with a bad experience that lasted a few months at a dishonest restorer, he took his car across to Etablissements Huart MPO at Avesnes, in northern France. This car was stripped bare, and engine, brakes, suspension, front and rear axles, electricals, bodywork, interior, everything has been restored to look like new. The 5-speed Getrag gearbox is brand new and Cooper Craft brake calipers improve braking considerably. The electronic ignition, a stainless steel exhaust system and gas shocks makes this a more reliable car. In short, the work is particularly neat and complete and there are accompanying invoices, all in a folder and a CD containing all photos of the complete restoration. The seller has spent a total of over € 125,000 for this car and this Jaguar is today ready to travel with four occupants in true English style. The black leather upholstery and the roof lining in jersey are most beautifully crafted. We often advise our clients to move towards a more fully restored car for a first purchase, thus avoiding spending time and a lot of money on a restoration. Here is a great opportunity to acquire one of the most beautiful cars in series production car, a great classic that will satisfy a couple of enthusiasts and their children.

Estimation 50 000 - 70 000 €
Sold for 54,803 €