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In Classic Cars
1958 JAGUAR XK150 DROPHEAD COUPE
Registration Number: SSU 260
Chassis Number: S837226
Recorded Mileage: 60,500
In current ownership since 2004
c.£20,000 in service and maintenance over the years
Well maintained example which would benefit from minor cosmetic improvements
The Jaguar XK150 is undeniably one of the world's fastest and safest cars. It is quiet and exceptionally refined mechanically, docile and comfortable... we do not know of any more outstanding example of value for money." -The Autocar
The revolutionary new Jaguar XK120 sports car was introduced at the 1948 Earls Court Motor Show to great acclaim. This was superseded in 1954 by the improved XK140, and the XK150 appeared in 1957. It was to remain in production until the introduction of the famous Jaguar E-Type in 1961. All these Jaguars were 'supercars' at affordable prices. The XK-series cars were to achieve enormous success on the race tracks and in rallying at both International and Club levels.
With its famous twin-overhead cam, twin-SU carburettor XK engine, the XK150s were available in Fixed-head Coupé (FHC), Open Two-seater (OTS, also known as the Roadster) and Drop-head Coupé (DHC) variants. Later, a 3.8-litre engine option with triple-SU carburettors (the XK150S) became available.
Chassis S837226 was despatched to Jaguar Cars of New York on 17th February 1958, finished in black with a matching hood and red leather interior. In 1990 the XK150 was repatriated into the UK, extensively restored and mechanically rebuilt, and converted to Right Hand Drive specification. During the restoration the body colour was changed to Jaguar Dark Blue and the interior retrimmed in Beige, which it still wears today.
Our vendor acquired the XK in 2004, using his Jaguar regularly as a part of a small classic car collection. During this time the XK has been maintained to a high standard, supported by a thick file of maintenance and repair bills extending to c. £20,000 in value. With longer trips and tours in mind, our vendor has sensibly upgraded the transmission to the popular 5 speed Getrag unit and uprated the brakes with Coopercraft discs, in addition to the fitting of 1-2-3 electronic ignition and a stainless steel exhaust system.
The XK150 will be supplied with several pages of detailed notes covering repair, maintenance, running and servicing, also a log of countless events participated in. Whilst mechanically and structurally in very good order, the Jaguar could now benefit from attention to the paintwork and trim.
Supplied with a comprehensive history file, V5 registration document, Jaguar heritage certificate and valid MOT to August 2022, this is a fantastically usable classic Jaguar which can be further cosmetically improved as and when desired.
Once paid for, lots can be collected from Dore and Rees by appointment. We can recommend shippers to assist with the collection and transport of lots to you. Payment and collection are due within 5 working days of the auction.
.VIEWING
Viewing for Classic Cars will be held at the Cattle Market car park, next to the
Cheese and Grain, Market Yard, Frome BA11 1BE
Friday 1 October 10am to 7pm
Saturday 2 October 10am to 1pm
AUCTION
The auction will be held at Dore & Rees Auction Salerooms, Vicarage Street, Frome BA11 1PU
Saturday 2 October at 2pm
REGISTRATION TO BID
All new bidders will be requested to provide a copy of identification (Passport/Driving Licence) and proof of address (utility bill, Council Tax bill)
BUYERS PREMIUM
Buyer's premium for all lots in this Classic Cars auction is 10% of the hammer price plus VAT
ONLINE BIDDING
Additional charges for online bidding apply
PAYMENT
Lots must be paid for in cleared funds prior to collection.
COLLECTION & STORAGE
All cars are to be collected after the auction, up to 18:00 on Saturday 2nd October or by 12:00 on Monday 4th October.
Lots that cannot be collected from the viewing site by 12.00 on Monday 4th October will be taken into secure storage at the buyer’s expense.
Costs are as follows:
Transport - £140 + VAT
Storage - £14 + VAT per day for the first 14 days, £10 + VAT per day thereafter
Storage details:
Rudler Car Transportation and Storage
P.O. Box 11, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 7SY
Tel: +44 (0)1793 73 11 07
Terms and Conditions of Sale - BUYER
This document acts to confirm the terms and conditions under which Dore & Rees, acting as agent, will sell Lots by auction to Buyers on behalf of Sellers.
i. you will not bid on a Lot you do not intend to pay for
ii. you have the funds to complete the purchase at the total value of Hammer Price, Buyer’s Premium together with VAT at the prevailing rate and any applicable charges;
iii. the funds are not connected with any criminal activity including tax evasion, and that you are neither under investigation nor have you been charged with or convicted of money laundering, terrorist activities or other crimes
iv. if the Lot you purchased is to be removed to a country outside the UK, all duties, taxes and licences on the export of the Lot are your responsibility.
i. Information provided to us by the Seller of the Lot (for which we are not liable); and
ii. Our opinion (although it is likely that we will not be able to carry out a detailed inspection of each Lot).
i. The Hammer Price;
ii. Buyer’s Premium of 25% of the Hammer Price (except Classic Car auctions Buyer's Premium of 10% of the Hammer Price)
iii. Any artists resale right royalty payable on the sale of the Lot
iv. Any VAT due
i. You are in breach of your warranties in clause 3; or
ii. We have not completed our enquiries pursuant to the Money Laundering Regulations and related legislation to our satisfaction; or
iii. We have reason to believe that the transaction might be unlawful for any reason, or that the sale might put us under any civil or criminal liability,
we may delay the completion of the sale, delay a release of a Lot or cancel the sale of a Lot
i. Pay to us the Total Amount Due by one of the following methods:
i. Not later than 5 working days following the day of the auction
ii. Not later than 5 working days following the date that we have received payment of the Total Amount Due in cleared funds, if later.
i. Take action against you for damages for breach of contract
ii. Reverse the sale of the Lot to you and/or any other Lots sold by us to you;
iii. Resell the Lot by auction or private treaty (in which case you will have to pay any difference between the price you should have paid for the Lot and the price we sell it for as well as the charges outlined in Clause 8. Please note that if we sell the Lot for a higher amount than your winning bid, the extra money will belong to the Seller;
iv. Remove, store and insure the Lot at your expense;
v. If you do not pay within 5 days of your successful bid, we may charge interest at a rate not exceeding 1.5% per month on the Total Amount Due;
vi. Keep that Lot or any other Lot sold to you until you pay the Total Amount Due
vii. Reject or ignore bids from you or your agent at future auctions or impost conditions before we accept bids from you; and / or
viii. If we sell any Lots for you, use the money made on these Lots to repay any amount you owe us.
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1958 JAGUAR XK150 DROPHEAD COUPE
Registration Number: SSU 260
Chassis Number: S837226
Recorded Mileage: 60,500
In current ownership since 2004
c.£20,000 in service and maintenance over the years
Well maintained example which would benefit from minor cosmetic improvements
The Jaguar XK150 is undeniably one of the world's fastest and safest cars. It is quiet and exceptionally refined mechanically, docile and comfortable... we do not know of any more outstanding example of value for money." -The Autocar
The revolutionary new Jaguar XK120 sports car was introduced at the 1948 Earls Court Motor Show to great acclaim. This was superseded in 1954 by the improved XK140, and the XK150 appeared in 1957. It was to remain in production until the introduction of the famous Jaguar E-Type in 1961. All these Jaguars were 'supercars' at affordable prices. The XK-series cars were to achieve enormous success on the race tracks and in rallying at both International and Club levels.
With its famous twin-overhead cam, twin-SU carburettor XK engine, the XK150s were available in Fixed-head Coupé (FHC), Open Two-seater (OTS, also known as the Roadster) and Drop-head Coupé (DHC) variants. Later, a 3.8-litre engine option with triple-SU carburettors (the XK150S) became available.
Chassis S837226 was despatched to Jaguar Cars of New York on 17th February 1958, finished in black with a matching hood and red leather interior. In 1990 the XK150 was repatriated into the UK, extensively restored and mechanically rebuilt, and converted to Right Hand Drive specification. During the restoration the body colour was changed to Jaguar Dark Blue and the interior retrimmed in Beige, which it still wears today.
Our vendor acquired the XK in 2004, using his Jaguar regularly as a part of a small classic car collection. During this time the XK has been maintained to a high standard, supported by a thick file of maintenance and repair bills extending to c. £20,000 in value. With longer trips and tours in mind, our vendor has sensibly upgraded the transmission to the popular 5 speed Getrag unit and uprated the brakes with Coopercraft discs, in addition to the fitting of 1-2-3 electronic ignition and a stainless steel exhaust system.
The XK150 will be supplied with several pages of detailed notes covering repair, maintenance, running and servicing, also a log of countless events participated in. Whilst mechanically and structurally in very good order, the Jaguar could now benefit from attention to the paintwork and trim.
Supplied with a comprehensive history file, V5 registration document, Jaguar heritage certificate and valid MOT to August 2022, this is a fantastically usable classic Jaguar which can be further cosmetically improved as and when desired.
Once paid for, lots can be collected from Dore and Rees by appointment. We can recommend shippers to assist with the collection and transport of lots to you. Payment and collection are due within 5 working days of the auction.
.VIEWING
Viewing for Classic Cars will be held at the Cattle Market car park, next to the
Cheese and Grain, Market Yard, Frome BA11 1BE
Friday 1 October 10am to 7pm
Saturday 2 October 10am to 1pm
AUCTION
The auction will be held at Dore & Rees Auction Salerooms, Vicarage Street, Frome BA11 1PU
Saturday 2 October at 2pm
REGISTRATION TO BID
All new bidders will be requested to provide a copy of identification (Passport/Driving Licence) and proof of address (utility bill, Council Tax bill)
BUYERS PREMIUM
Buyer's premium for all lots in this Classic Cars auction is 10% of the hammer price plus VAT
ONLINE BIDDING
Additional charges for online bidding apply
PAYMENT
Lots must be paid for in cleared funds prior to collection.
COLLECTION & STORAGE
All cars are to be collected after the auction, up to 18:00 on Saturday 2nd October or by 12:00 on Monday 4th October.
Lots that cannot be collected from the viewing site by 12.00 on Monday 4th October will be taken into secure storage at the buyer’s expense.
Costs are as follows:
Transport - £140 + VAT
Storage - £14 + VAT per day for the first 14 days, £10 + VAT per day thereafter
Storage details:
Rudler Car Transportation and Storage
P.O. Box 11, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 7SY
Tel: +44 (0)1793 73 11 07
Terms and Conditions of Sale - BUYER
This document acts to confirm the terms and conditions under which Dore & Rees, acting as agent, will sell Lots by auction to Buyers on behalf of Sellers.
i. you will not bid on a Lot you do not intend to pay for
ii. you have the funds to complete the purchase at the total value of Hammer Price, Buyer’s Premium together with VAT at the prevailing rate and any applicable charges;
iii. the funds are not connected with any criminal activity including tax evasion, and that you are neither under investigation nor have you been charged with or convicted of money laundering, terrorist activities or other crimes
iv. if the Lot you purchased is to be removed to a country outside the UK, all duties, taxes and licences on the export of the Lot are your responsibility.
i. Information provided to us by the Seller of the Lot (for which we are not liable); and
ii. Our opinion (although it is likely that we will not be able to carry out a detailed inspection of each Lot).
i. The Hammer Price;
ii. Buyer’s Premium of 25% of the Hammer Price (except Classic Car auctions Buyer's Premium of 10% of the Hammer Price)
iii. Any artists resale right royalty payable on the sale of the Lot
iv. Any VAT due
i. You are in breach of your warranties in clause 3; or
ii. We have not completed our enquiries pursuant to the Money Laundering Regulations and related legislation to our satisfaction; or
iii. We have reason to believe that the transaction might be unlawful for any reason, or that the sale might put us under any civil or criminal liability,
we may delay the completion of the sale, delay a release of a Lot or cancel the sale of a Lot
i. Pay to us the Total Amount Due by one of the following methods:
i. Not later than 5 working days following the day of the auction
ii. Not later than 5 working days following the date that we have received payment of the Total Amount Due in cleared funds, if later.
i. Take action against you for damages for breach of contract
ii. Reverse the sale of the Lot to you and/or any other Lots sold by us to you;
iii. Resell the Lot by auction or private treaty (in which case you will have to pay any difference between the price you should have paid for the Lot and the price we sell it for as well as the charges outlined in Clause 8. Please note that if we sell the Lot for a higher amount than your winning bid, the extra money will belong to the Seller;
iv. Remove, store and insure the Lot at your expense;
v. If you do not pay within 5 days of your successful bid, we may charge interest at a rate not exceeding 1.5% per month on the Total Amount Due;
vi. Keep that Lot or any other Lot sold to you until you pay the Total Amount Due
vii. Reject or ignore bids from you or your agent at future auctions or impost conditions before we accept bids from you; and / or
viii. If we sell any Lots for you, use the money made on these Lots to repay any amount you owe us.
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