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Jaguar Other (1947)
for sale

Price: US $10,000.00

Description:

Excellent example of the Mark IV. The pictures tell the story. Older paint job, with a few baubles here and there but an overall nice appearance. Runs great, fires up on first key turn after applying some spark advance on the steering wheel. Holds 40 pounds oil pressure on idle. Everything works, lights, horn and gauges. Even the side semaphore flippers pop out when the turn signal is turned on. Very impressive. Windshield cranks out okay, but the seal is rough. Sunroof opens and closes nicely. The interior does not appear to be original but has had extensive work. Wood on doors and dash is excellent for it's age. Windows crank up and down. The car had been stored in a Florida garage for several years and I had to replace the fuel tank (hard to find and pricey) and clean out the lines. Also rebuilt one of the fuel pumps and cleaned and tuned the carbs. The motor was overhauled (as evidenced by new freeze plugs) by a previous owner, but I have no paperwork to show what was done. She runs down the road smoothly with all gears working properly and brakes doing a good job. I have only driven this car short distances around home, so don't know how it would perform on a long distance run. I believe one would just have to be patient. The chrome could use some attention as it is becoming pitted and lacks original luster, but it is all there. The original tool box is still nicely felted in the trunk lid, but the top piece had been replaced by a piece of plywood held down with four bolts. I have cut a new piece and purchased the felt for reinstallation of the tool box lid.
Now for the bona fides on this automobile. It comes with the original Registration booklet issued in England, paperwork showing how and when it was shipped to the USA, even the Shipper's invoice and name of the ship. An appraisal dating back to 1979 describing the cars condition at the time and work that had been performed. Ownership papers since arriving in the USA (Alabama) and many other documents regarding the genealogy of this car. This paperwork alone attracted us at the time of purchase. Several examples are in the attached photos. I also have the original air cleaner assemblies, Airconditioning/demist unit, extra hub and other parts that belong to this car. The overall condition of this sedan, coupled with the paperwork pedigree, helped me establish the reserve price. It is slightly above that for a condition three, but far less than a condition two. Please call me with specific questions. I will try my best to answer, but my forte really lies with MG's not Jaguar's.

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