2014-09-10 16:17:34 | pauls writes:

Car to be at auction 9/14:

www.bonhams.com/auctions/21907/lot/225/

Auction description:

Lot 225

1962 Jaguar Mk2 3.8-Litre 'Vicarage' Sports Saloon

Registration no. 410 NAL

Chassis no. 208190DN

Engine no. LC2159-8

£45,000 - 55,000

US$ 73,000 - 89,000

Auction 21907:

Goodwood Revival

The car offered here has been recreated by the Vicarage Classic Car Company, one of the foremost exponents of upgraded Mk2 Jaguars, the original conversion being carried out for a Mr Sue of Hong Kong in 1988/1989 at a total cost of circa £43,557. Vicarage's schedule of works lists several improvements in addition to their 'Standard Specification' for the 3.8-litre Mk2. These include: an oil cooler; Kenlowe electric cooling fan; XJ-S type rack-and-pinion steering with power assistance; improved suspension; electric sunroof; air conditioning; electric windows; central locking; Daimler Vanden Plas front seats; and fully trimmed luggage compartment. Mr Sue also got Vicarage to fit a top-of-the-range Nakamichi sound system. There are numerous invoices and items of correspondence on file between Vicarage and the owner.

When Mr Sue emigrated to Canada, the Jaguar came with him and was converted to left-hand drive (see bills on files for work done in Canada). The car subsequently returned to the UK (circa 1997) and was purchased from Vicarage by the current vendor in 2000. It was converted back to right-hand drive and fitted with five-speed Getrag manual gearbox in 2008. However, this work was not completed to the vendor's high standards and was re-done by marque specialists Classic Motor Cars Ltd of Bridgnorth, Shropshire. There are invoices for this on file totalling circa £3,240 plus many issued subsequently by CMC for other works. Also of note is a bill for a partial re-spray by SB Auto Body Repairs in 2013 costing circa £3,164.

Finished in British Racing Green with off-white leather interior, this extensively upgraded and highly desirable 'modern classic' is offered with the aforementioned bills, dating letter, current MoT/tax and V5 registration document.

Sold for £48,300 (US$ 78,404) inc. premium

2025-10-25 06:57:19 | pauls writes:

Car returns to auction 11/25

www.iconicauctioneers.com/1962-jaguar-mk2-rec16237-5-nec-1125

Auction description:

The Iconic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025

Lot Number 242

JAGUAR MK2 3.8-Litre Vicarage

Registration Number 410 NAL

Chassis Number 208190

Transmission Manual

Body Colour British Racing Green

Offered here is a Jaguar Mk2 and, according to documents within the history file, it was reimagined by the renowned Vicarage Classic Car Company, one of the leading names in upgraded and modernised Mk2 Jaguars. This particular Vicarage was originally commissioned by Mr Sue of Hong Kong in 1988/1989, with the full conversion costing £43,557, approximately £140,000 in today’s money.

Vicarage’s detailed schedule of works lists a host of enhancements over the standard specification for the 3.8-litre Mk2. These include an oil cooler, Kenlowe electric cooling fan, XJ-S type power-assisted rack and pinion steering, improved suspension, electric sunroof, air-conditioning, electric windows, central locking, Daimler Vanden Plas front seats, and a fully trimmed luggage compartment. Mr Sue also specified a top of the range Nakamichi sound system.

In 2008, the car was upgraded further with the installation of a 5-speed Getrag manual gearbox by marque specialists Classic Motor Cars Ltd of Bridgnorth, Shropshire and today, this Mk2 ‘Vicarage’ still presents well, having been part of a private collection of landmark classics, professionally stored since our vendor secured it several years ago.

A thoughtfully upgraded and tastefully specified Mk2 Jaguar by one of the most respected names in the field, combining classic British design with refined comfort and performance enhancements, this exciting Vicarage-converted example offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the timeless charm of the Mk2 with the usability of a modern grand tourer.