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Jaguar Mark 8 3.4 RHD — 1958

This iconic 1950's Mark 8 Jaguar, originally sold in Sweden, holds a fascinating history as it was once owned for a remarkable 18 years by the world-famous athletics star, Gunder Hägg.

Shaun Major
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
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"The owner has invested a lot of time and effort to ensure this car is in good running condition. Recent work has been carried out on the driveline, brakes, and exhaust. The car starts easily and has a smooth-sounding engine. It runs and drives well, with the gearbox and brakes functioning properly, providing a stable driving experience. Additionally, its inspection exempt for life, making it ready to be driven home."

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GÄRDHEM/TROLLHÄTTAN
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Shaun Major
Inspector
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
Case manager
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"The owner has invested a lot of time and effort to ensure this car is in good running condition. Recent work has been carried out on the driveline, brakes, and exhaust. The car starts easily and has a smooth-sounding engine. It runs and drives well, with the gearbox and brakes functioning properly, providing a stable driving experience. Additionally, its inspection exempt for life, making it ready to be driven home."

Description

The Mark VIII was Jaguar's response to Bentley and Rolls Royce, representing an exclusive model with just 6227 units manufactured. It boasted a powerful 6-cylinder in-line engine generating 210hp " E Type Engine". Adding to its fascinating history, the car's second owner was none other than Gunder Hägg, the athletics star with an astounding 16 world records to his name. Hägg cherished and maintained the car for a remarkable 18 years before eventually selling in Sundsvall. The car being Right Hand Drive is not unusual, as Swedes used to drive on the right-hand side back then.

Sadly, the owner passed away earlier this year, having owned the car for 9 years. He had a deep affection for these old Jaguars and, with his engineering background, he was adept at fixing and maintaining them. His main focus was to transform it into a good, drivable, and reliable car. Now, his friends, who shared the same garage, are selling it. In total, the car has had only 6 registered owners.

Technical data

  • Year
    1958/1958 
  • Registration date
    1958-01-01 
  • Mileage
    65626  
  • Kw / hp
    154 / 210 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 4 speed 
  • Interior finish
    Leather 
  • Colour
    Black/Red 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    The car is well-maintained, drivable, and frequently used in the summer. Recent work has been done, and it runs smoothly during the test drive. LED headlights are installed for better visibility at night. The engine has matching numbers. It's a reliable classic car with nice wheels and good tires all around.

  • Interior condition:

    The interior of the car is clean and presentable, showing a charming patina. The leather seats are intact, though there's some damage on the passenger seat. The carpets, headliner, and door cards are complete, but they do display signs of use. The dashboard features all the original instruments, and while the varnish on the wooden trims has some cracks, it only adds to its character, considering its age of nearly 70 years.

  • Exterior condition:

    The car is in a presentable condition with partial repainting, but it now exhibits signs of rust blisters and cracking paint, particularly around the lower bodywork such as doors, sills, and wings, as evident in the pictures. Older welding repairs are visible in the doors. The underbody appears clean, but there are signs of older repairs and a small hole under the driver's side. On the whole, the chrome work and detailing are in good condition.

  • General condition:

    This is a good drivers car that can be enjoyed as is and improved over time.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 2023-02-14
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1958-01-01
Datum i trafik första gången: 1958-01-01
Senast godkända besiktning: 2017-08-29
Besiktigad tom: -
Årsskatt: Skattebefriad
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 6

Location and viewing Information

Location: Gärdhem/Trollhättan

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Shaun Major
+46 709-72 40 07
shaun@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2024-05-30.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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