11th Mar, 2023 13:00
March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1937 Jaguar SS 1½-Litre Saloon
Meticulously restored
Registration - JG 9004
Chassis No. - 21558
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 14,937
According to Experian Autocheck, this gorgeous-looking SS has remained within its current ownership for the last 24 years. The vendor informs us that he purchased it as a major project and has subsequently rebuilt it as required. New parts have only been resorted to where absolutely necessary and any original items that could be repaired were therefore saved - the very presentable green leather interior has survived untouched. He currently classes the four-speed manual transmission and four-door bodywork as ‘excellent’, the 1479cc side-valve engine and black paintwork as ‘good’, and that nicely-patinated original upholstery as somewhere between the two. He volunteers that the exhaust manifold has been repaired and that, though the dynamo is charging as it should, the ammeter doesn’t currently register the fact for some reason. ‘JG 9004’ has apparently been used regularly for short trips, for which it has ‘always proved very reliable’. However, the vendor is fortunate enough to have several cars to choose from and has now opted to sell the rare SS complete with a photographic record of the restoration.
The Jaguar saloon was the first post-war offering of Sir William Lyons’ SS company and launched in September 1935 at London’s Mayfair Hotel. Folklore has it that he requested his secretary produce a list of animal and bird names from which he favoured the Jaguar moniker for his new model. It was initially offered with just a 2½-litre OHV engine and 119-inch wheelbase, but a 1½-litre version with 108-inch wheelbase was added to the range for the 1936 model year. By March 1945 Jaguar had replaced SS as the name of the company, as by then the once innocent contraction of Swallow Sidecars had an alternative meaning.
In summary:
- Self-evidently the subject of a major restoration
- Retains its nicely-patinated original interior
- An apparently ‘very reliable’ example of a rare breed
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £20,250
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - JG 9004
Chassis No. - 21558
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 14,937
According to Experian Autocheck, this gorgeous-looking SS has remained within its current ownership for the last 24 years. The vendor informs us that he purchased it as a major project and has subsequently rebuilt it as required. New parts have only been resorted to where absolutely necessary and any original items that could be repaired were therefore saved - the very presentable green leather interior has survived untouched. He currently classes the four-speed manual transmission and four-door bodywork as ‘excellent’, the 1479cc side-valve engine and black paintwork as ‘good’, and that nicely-patinated original upholstery as somewhere between the two. He volunteers that the exhaust manifold has been repaired and that, though the dynamo is charging as it should, the ammeter doesn’t currently register the fact for some reason. ‘JG 9004’ has apparently been used regularly for short trips, for which it has ‘always proved very reliable’. However, the vendor is fortunate enough to have several cars to choose from and has now opted to sell the rare SS complete with a photographic record of the restoration.
The Jaguar saloon was the first post-war offering of Sir William Lyons’ SS company and launched in September 1935 at London’s Mayfair Hotel. Folklore has it that he requested his secretary produce a list of animal and bird names from which he favoured the Jaguar moniker for his new model. It was initially offered with just a 2½-litre OHV engine and 119-inch wheelbase, but a 1½-litre version with 108-inch wheelbase was added to the range for the 1936 model year. By March 1945 Jaguar had replaced SS as the name of the company, as by then the once innocent contraction of Swallow Sidecars had an alternative meaning.
In summary:
- Self-evidently the subject of a major restoration
- Retains its nicely-patinated original interior
- An apparently ‘very reliable’ example of a rare breed
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 11th Mar, 2023
Our March auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester). Mavericks, 8 Moyston Road Business Park, Llannerch-y-Môr, Holywell, CH8 9DQ
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday 10th March 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 11th March 9am - 1pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
If you prefer to contact us directly please call 01606 828 124 or email info@hampsonauctions.com
