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11055

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Record Creation: Entered on 27 March 2022.

 

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2014-07-31 15:18:49 | Lofty writes:

Car was at auction in '11
www.rmauctions.com/lots/lot.cfm
Note; the chassis no. provided in this sale is not a Jaguar number. VIN used in this record is based on the body number and observation by Allan Crouch. Any additions or corrections are solicited.

Auction description:
Salon Privé
23 June 2011
Lot 110
1937 Jaguar SS 2½-Litre Sports Saloon
To be auctioned on Thursday, June 23, 2011
Sold for £28,000
Chassis no. 1083250699

- Iconic pre-war Jaguar sports saloon
- Owned by Czech film star Oldrich Nový
- Comprehensive restoration

The Jaguar name was first used in 1936 on the handsome sports saloon. This car had a 2,663-cc overhead valve version of the Standard engine, somewhat redesigned by Harry Weslake and William Heynes. Good for 90 mph, it was a relative bargain at £385. The greater fame, however, accrued to the short-chassis SS100 Jaguar two-seater.

This stunning example of the first of the iconic pre-war SS Jaguar sports saloons was reportedly owned new by Oldrich Nový (1894-1983), the famed Czechoslovakian actor who starred in more than 40 films between 1922 and 1971. Considered to be one of the greatest Czech film actors, he clearly had an eye for stylish motor cars. This elegant SS Jaguar is finished in red coachwork with tan interior and was the subject of a restoration circa 2005. It is in fine condition today. The combination of its eye-catching red coachwork, chrome wire wheels and whitewall tyres will surely make this car a popular sight at any event.

2022-03-27 11:22:28 | pauls writes:

Car to return to auction 4/22

www.bonhams.com/auction/27520/lot/31/1937-ss-jaguar-2-litre-sports-saloon-chassi ...

Auction description:

Lot 31 *,N

1937 SS Jaguar 2½-Litre Sports Saloon

Chassis no. 11055 Engine no. 250599

Goodwood Members' Meeting

10 April 2022, 13:00 BST

Chichester, Goodwood

Lot to be sold without reserve

£20,000 - £30,000

• Offered without reserve

• First owned by the famed Czech film actor/director, Oldřich Nový

• Restored in the Czech Republic 1999-2000

• Matching engine and chassis numbers

• Present ownership since 2011

This eye-catching example of the iconic SS Jaguar sports saloon reportedly was ordered by the famed Czech film and theatre actor/director Oldřich Nový (1894-1983). Considered to be one of the greatest actors of Czech cinema in the first half of the 20th century (he starred in more than 40 films) Nový clearly had impeccable taste in his choice of motor cars. The accompanying JDHT certificate notes that the car was delivered new to Klika, Prague on May 4th, 1936, in Black with Pigskin interior.

This 2½-Litre carries a plaque stating that it was restored by Hicar of Brno, Czech Republic between 1999 and 2000 (the car is still illustrated on the company's web site). The owner acquired the SS at a UK auction in June 2011, since when it has been kept on static display. Little else is known of the history of this car, which comes with copies of the auction bill of sale and description and a (copy) Middle Eastern registration document issued in 2012, as well as the aforementioned JDHT certificate. The car will require recommissioning prior to returning to the road.

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