To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' The
Elkhart Collection event, 23 - 24 October 2020.
Estimate:
$80,000 - $120,000
- Tastefully upgraded by Beacham Jaguar
- Powered by a modern supercharged XKR V-8 engine
- Upgraded AP Racing brakes and other modern performance
equipment
- Features air-conditioning, power amenities, and six-CD sound
system
- Vintage looks with modern comfort, convenience, and
performance
- An exquisite example of the Beacham-modified Mark 2
New Zealand's Beacham Jaguar has earned a strong reputation for
restoring and tastefully upgrading classic Jaguars, offering the
aesthetics of the originals with modern safety and performance
equipment. This beautifully presented Mark 2 is a splendid example
of the firm's quality work.
Originally completing assembly in March 1961, chassis no. P 216447
BW was finished in Opalescent Gunmetal with a red interior and
equipped with wire wheels. Two months later the car was dispatched
for retail to Jaguar Cars New York. In the early 2000s, the Mark 2
underwent a complete restoration at Beacham Jaguar. Numerous
components from a modern Jaguar XKR were installed, including a
supercharged all-aluminum 4-liter V-8 engine capable of developing
390 hp and 387 foot-pounds of torque. The engine was mated to a ZF
five-speed automatic transmission, while modern equipment such as a
fully independent rear suspension, stainless-steel dual exhaust
system, and AP Racing brakes were added. Performance was further
bolstered with cooling louvers on the hood, cooling vent under the
front bumper, modern electric fan, and a trunk-mounted battery.
The interior was fitted with new tan leather upholstery; power
seats, windows, and mirrors; and modern air-conditioning. A
restored walnut-veneer dashboard and center console were installed,
along with a Jaguar-badged sound system with six-CD changer and a
modern SRS airbag. The elegant coachwork was refinished in
flamenco- red metallic paint, and wider chrome wire wheels were
shod with Pirelli P6000 tires.
After completing modifications in 2004, the Mark 2 was acquired a
year later by a California-based enthusiast who retained possession
until 2018. The car remains in fresh condition, ready to be enjoyed
on modern roads. An exceptional work of craftsmanship by Beacham,
this beautiful Mark 2 is engineered to be experienced and would
make a wonderful acquisition for any marque enthusiast.To view this
car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit
the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/el20.
