2006-12-09 00:16:22 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '04
www.coys.co.uk/auctions/lot.php

Auction description:
Coy's Fine Motor Cars & The Jaguar Legend, Chiswick House
Saturday 3rd July 2004
Lot 1157
1961 Jaguar Mk II M/OD
Registration no: 277 BBC
Chassis no: 203688DN
Estimate: £17,000-22,000
Has been the subject of meticulous ground up, bare shell restoration and although its stunning good looks portray its totally original side, underneath the phrase “a wolf in sheep's clothing” would be more appropriate.

The engine, which is mated to an all synchro E-type gearbox with overdrive, has been stripped and re-built with a straight port big valve unleaded cylinder head with D-type cams. Two inch SU carburettors draw the fuel in and a tubular stainless steel free-flow racing exhaust manifold and system help the gases flow out. The suspension has seen a complete overhaul and re-design and features a Rhoddy Harvey-Bailey package. To the front, uprated front springs, dampers and anti-roll bar have been fitted. A new design of coil overshocks with trailing arms and panard rod help locate the rear axle. Braking has seen the fitment of servo assisted 4 pot callipers and steering improved with the fitment of power.

Such was the success of the handling, engine and braking package that on a recent test drive for Jaguar World magazine the respected Jaguar historian, Paul Skilletar wrote: “It showed total disregard for mid-corner bumps and displayed traction whilst accelerating out of a corner that wouldn't have disgraced an Audi Quattro”. Cosmetically the car has received equal attention to detail with the fitment of Coombes style rear arches and before being painted in Carmen red the body received a full wax injection to help preserve it. The interior, beautifully finished in beige leather, also benefits from the subtle concealed fitment of a modern CD system. 277 BBC is arguably the ultimate specification Mk II Jaguar to have, with the benefit of driving like a modern car with superb handling and impressive performance, whilst retaining the character and charm of the original classic Mk II.

2006-12-25 23:54:49 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '05
www.practicalclassics.co.uk/auctionlot/by-id/78848931/

Auction description:
1961 Jaguar Mk II 3.8 M/OD
Spring Auction, Coys (20th April 2005)
(View all lots in this auction)
Overview
The timeless Jaguar Mk II needs little introduction, anyone with an interest in Jaguar cars has either owned one or longed for one. Such is the popularity of these cars, that today they are restored and improved to much higher standards than when they left the factory.277 BBC is such a car. It has been the subject of meticulous ground up, bare shell restoration and although its stunning good looks portray its totally original side, underneath the phrase  a wolf in sheep's clothing would be more appropriate.The engine, which is mated to an all synchro E-type gearbox with overdrive, has been stripped and re-built with a straight port big valve unleaded cylinder head with D-type cams. Two inch SU carburettors draw the fuel in and a tubular stainless steel free-flow racing exhaust manifold and system help the gases flow out. The suspension has seen a complete overhaul and re-design and features a Rhoddy Harvey-Bailey package. To the front, uprated front springs, dampers and anti-roll bar have been fitted. A new design of coil overshocks with trailing arms and panard rod help locate the rear axle. Braking has seen the fitment of servo assisted 4 pot callipers and steering improved with the fitment of power.Such was the success of the handling, engine and braking package that on a recent test drive for Jaguar World magazine the respected Jaguar historian, Paul Skilletar wrote:  It showed total disregard for mid-corner bumps and displayed traction whilst accelerating out of a corner that wouldn't have disgraced an Audi Quattro . Cosmetically the car has received equal attention to detail with the fitment of Coombes style rear arches and before being painted in Carmen red the body received a full wax injection to help preserve it. The interior, beautifully finished in beige leather, also benefits from the subtle concealed fitment of a modern CD system. Supplied with valid tax and MoT, 277 BBC is arguably the ultimate specification Mk II Jaguar to have, with the benefit of driving like a modern car with superb handling and impressive performance, whilst retaining the character and charm of the original classic Mk II.

Lot Details
Auction Spring Auction
Coys, The Gallery Hall, Business Design Centre, London
Type Car
Lot Number 135
Estimate £12000-£14000
Hammer Price -
Hammer Price (inc premium) £18400
Year 1961
Condition rating 0
Registration number 277 BBC
Mileage -
Chassis number 203688DN

2006-12-29 00:10:49 | pauls writes:

Car was at auction in '01
www.practicalclassics.co.uk/auctionlot/by-id/577986880/

Auction description:
Jaguar MK2 3.8 (1961)
The Jaguar Marque, Sports Racing, GT and Touring Cars, Coys (27th May 2001)
Lot Details
Auction The Jaguar Marque, Sports Racing, GT and Touring Cars
Coys, Corby sales centre, Corby
Type Car
Lot Number 182
Estimate £20000-£25000
Hammer Price -
Hammer Price (inc premium) £24725
Year 1961
Condition rating 2
Registration number 277 BBC
Mileage -
Chassis number 203688DN