Showing posts with label exotic cars for sale. Show all posts
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Thursday, March 29, 2012

1948 Jaguar Mark IV Drophead Coupe



125 hp, 3,485 cc OHV inline six-cylinder engine, dual SU side-draft carburetors, Moss four-speed manual gearbox, solid front axle and live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear, and Girling four-wheel mechanical drum brakes. Wheelbase: 120"

• Concours-quality restoration completed in 2000
• One of 376 3.5-liter export-market Mark IVs built
• The first postwar Jaguar model

Jaguar met the immediate postwar market in 1945 with its trusty 1.5-, 2.5- and 3.5-liter sedans dating back to 1935. Britain’s postwar “export or die” ethos spurred a concentrated effort to cultivate the crucial American market, and only six-cylinder models were officially sent to America. These early postwar cars, retrospectively known as the “Mark IV,” quickly gained a following. The elegant Three-Position Drophead Coupe variant remains a favorite. Of the 4,420 3.5-liter Mark IVs produced in total by Jaguar, only 560 were Drophead Coupes. Just 376 3.5-liter Mark IVs were built for export, rendering this very fine example rare indeed.

According to the car’s accompanying Heritage Certificate, this Jaguar was originally sold through the Hoffman, California Jaguar dealership in 1948. It was finished in black paintwork with beige leather and a sand three-position top. Prior to acquisition by the current owner in 2002, it was given a Body-off-frame restoration, with all mechanicals restored and overhauled, new wooden body framing installed, new Connolly leather upholstery fitted. The electrical wiring was also addressed.

In its current ownership, the car has been properly and regularly maintained and exercised and remains in virtual concours-quality condition. It represents English motoring elegance at its best, and with precious few ever produced, especially in the 3.5-liter form, it is truly a rare find.

Friday, March 2, 2012

1956 Austin-Healey 100M Rebuilt to 100S Specs



1956 Austin Healey 100M

This is a factory M with the coveted Heritage certificate, rebuilt to 100S specs. The restoration was completed in 2010 by a marque specialist with a fantastic attention to detail. It was the cover car Jan-Feb. 2012 in the Austin Healey Magazine with a full write up. This Healey won the Popularity Best of Show Award at the 2010 Conclave in Galena, IL. Power is strong at 145 hp, a four speed transmission with overdrive and safe disc brakes. Complete documentation of restoration including photos of work in process is available. Restored is over the top with no expense spared- the Healey speaks for itself. It is truly the best of the best !!!

Thursday, February 2, 2012

1937 Rolls Royce P III Sedanca de Ville


Vin: 3CM61 Engine V-12 #R98L This magnificent Rolls was produced on Sept. 22, 1937 by Rolls Royce and Park Ward Body Works. It was one of only two built. The sister car (3CP192) was shown at the London Motor Show that year. Although very formal, yet quite sporty, the body design had a raked windscreen and flowing fenders with sculptured rear spats. It was accented with applied cane work matching the quilted bleached maple interior wood accents and cabinetry. When completed, the Rolls was sold to J.D. Clarke of London and retained until 1947. It stayed in London over the next 30 years with several owners. In 1978, the Rolls was sold to Tom Barrett of Scottsdale, Arizona and then acquired by the Blackhawk Museum for display. The Rolls has always been well maintained and the restoration done by Blackhawk is a testament to the quality of this great Sedanca de Ville. Truly ready to show or tour in style !!! Interesting trades always considered.

1927 Minerva AFS Roadster



1927 Minerva AFS Roadster
Just arrived from Europe – This amazing 150 inch wheelbase Roadster was built by Minerva in Belguim with a custom D’Ieteren freies body. The Minerva is very much original. D’Ieteren also built many bodies for Porsche. It is powered by a 6 litre 6 cylinder engine and moves along quite nicely. Note the huge attached truck for touring and the rumble seat . This particular car has been pictured in historic books on Minerva by Felippe Boval. As you can see, the seats are quite worn and the paint has crazing issues. It can be shown as is--- or restored to its original glory. Interesting trades always considered.

1925 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost Riviera Town Car



1925 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost Riviera Town Car Chassis # 390XH The Silver Shost Riviera Towncar is one of the most opulent Rolls ever built. The Riviera design was considered the opitome of Brewster coachwork.
Fine carriage lamps are mounted behind the mahognany trimmed chauffeur's compartment that is upholstered in black leather. The passenger compartment is uplholstered in black/gray cloth and embellished with an elaborate petit-point desing. The chauffers seat is original leather and in great condition. It shows dull in the pictures, however, is black in a real viewing. The hardware is gold-plated Gorham and the wood garnish moldings are inlaid in a floral marquestry pattern of rare woods handcrafted in Venice, Italy by order of the original owner.

Although restored in the 1970's the Rolls still presents extremely well.

The entire motor was dismantled in 2011 and restored to perfection by a marque expert. The Rolls is now ready to be enjoyed again on the road and Show field. It won first prize awards in the 1970's at many shows with its 100 point restoration. Please schedule a visit to inspect this masterpiece.