1951 Jaguar MK V 3.5 Drophead

VIN: 640355
Auction by Collecting Cars
LocationPort Melbourne, VIC
Odometer433 km
SteeringRight-hand drive

Seller's Notes

This Jaguar Mk V 3.5 Drophead is a charming and elegant post-war luxury convertible, offering classic British motoring appeal. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.5-litre inline-six, driving the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. First registered in 1951, this example is currently registered in Australia. The odometer indicates 269 miles, though this is not warranted. Build year: 1951 Finished in Ivory paintwork with a navy soft-top roof, over a re-trimmed red leather interior, featuring wood veneer trim. It rides on a set of body-coloured 16-inch steel wheels fitted with Olympic Air-Ride tyres. Equipment includes a four-spoke steering wheel, push-out front quarter light windows, reversed-hinged doors, a fold-down rear armrest, and Smiths gauges, Accompanied by mechanical overhaul receipts from 2017, a 1991 RWC, and two keys. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the car has been repainted. The seller states that a mechanical overhaul was completed in 2017, with receipts detailing approximately AUD $40,000 of work. The Jaguar MkV 3.5 Drophead is a quintessential post-war British luxury convertible, celebrated for its elegant styling and smooth inline-six. This example was reportedly restored in 1991, followed by a mechanical overhaul in 2017, and shows very few miles covered since the restoration. It would make a charming and stylish companion for weekend drives, classic car shows, or as a notable addition to any collection of desirable classics.

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Vehicle Specs

Specifications

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Identity

Year1951
MakeJaguar
Model familyMK
Model generation—
Model variant—
Model trimV 3.5 Drophead

Mechanical

Engine3.5L Inline-Six
Transmission—
Fuel type—
Drive type—
Originality—
Odometer433 km
VIN640355

Body & Finish

Vehicle typeAutomobile
Body styleConvertible
Doors—
Driver sideRHD
Exterior colourIvory
Interior colourRed

The vehicle is recorded in the AutoMarkets database under VIN 640355. The car was listed as a 1951 Jaguar MK and sold via Collecting Cars. AutoMarkets tracks verified auction results, dealerships and private sellers across Australia to provide accurate historical market data.