An impressive 45 classics got away at Barons’ 23 June auction this week, with Jaguar’s dominating the listing in both terms of numbers and desirability. Of the 45 lots that sold, 17 were from Jaguar’s stable, as was the most expensive car of the day, a 1953 XK120.
The car seemed a bargain at just £26,330, though a great deal of work will be needed to return it to the road. It was bought at a Jaguar Spares Day in 2012 as a part-restored project, and featured a running and driving chassis with spare body panels. With much of the hard work already done, it was tempting enough to draw a lot of interest on the day.
The second highest price of the day – £24,650 – was also achieved by a Jaguar, this time a much more complete 1964 S-type 3.4. Already in fine condition due to covering just 53,000 miles throughout its life, the car was at one point fully dismantled and rebuilt at a cost of more than £40,000. As well as being displayed at a number of top shows including the NEC Classic Motor Show, it has been used extensively for touring Spain and France.
