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The D-Type Jaguar was supposed to win at LeMans in 1954 just like the C-Type had done the year before. With Jaguar's legendary twin cam six further developed and the C-Type's space frame replaced by a monocoque tub with load bearing external panels that nicely reduced weight, the D-Type seemed a sure thing. That June three cars were flown to France and driven from the dock to the Sarthe circuit to fulfill their destiny. Alas, a Ferrari won, but aerodynamic lessons were learned regarding the extended bonnet. In 1955, five 'long nosed' D-Types, including this car, were on the starting line at LeMans. Jaguar won. D-Types repeated the victory two years. They were indomitable at Reims and Montlhery, as well as all-conquering back home at Goodwood and Silverstone.
This car has Serial No. XKD507 and is powered by the 3442 cc (210 cubic-inch) six-cylinder in-line engine with double overhead camshafts, two valves per cylinder, three dual-throat Weber carburetors, developing 270 horsepower at 6000 rpm. This car carried Jaguar honors to the U.S. when purchased by Briggs Cunningham. An ailing engine had curtailed its race at LeMans in 1955. After delivery to New York and Alfred Momo's care, the car enjoyed a splendid season. Sherwood Johnston driving to victory in the Watkins Glen Grand Prix and the Eisenhower Trophy at Hagerstown, Maryland. Briggs Cunningham became the new Jaguar distributor for the Northeast and consequently fielded a full team in competition. With Walt Hansgen driving, the D-Type won SCCA C-Modified Championships in 1956 and 1957. The D's highest speed ever - 185 mph at Bonneville - was also recorded in the U.S.
Prior to the 1955 Jaguar D-Type's victory at Lime Rock in 1957, the car had already experienced a successful run with Sherman Johnston at the helm in 1955, winning at Watkins Glen and Hagerstown, Maryland, among other venues. This would give Johnston the 1955 SCCA National Championship. The Briggs-Cunningham racing team purchased the car in 1956, and the D-Type would once again with the SCCA Championship in 1956 and 1957.
The partnership with Briggs-Cunningham would bring Jaguar to prominence in the United States, as the Briggs-Cunningham team would field a full fleet of Jaguars in competition. 71 D-Types had been built by February 1957 when fire ravaged the Coventry factory, destroying five of the cars inside. When production resumed, this Jaguar was not included. But the D-Type did not die without issue; the E-Type was soon to follow.Source - Historical notes courtesy of The Collier Collection
This car has Serial No. XKD507 and is powered by the 3442 cc (210 cubic-inch) six-cylinder in-line engine with double overhead camshafts, two valves per cylinder, three dual-throat Weber carburetors, developing 270 horsepower at 6000 rpm. This car carried Jaguar honors to the U.S. when purchased by Briggs Cunningham. An ailing engine had curtailed its race at LeMans in 1955. After delivery to New York and Alfred Momo's care, the car enjoyed a splendid season. Sherwood Johnston driving to victory in the Watkins Glen Grand Prix and the Eisenhower Trophy at Hagerstown, Maryland. Briggs Cunningham became the new Jaguar distributor for the Northeast and consequently fielded a full team in competition. With Walt Hansgen driving, the D-Type won SCCA C-Modified Championships in 1956 and 1957. The D's highest speed ever - 185 mph at Bonneville - was also recorded in the U.S.
Prior to the 1955 Jaguar D-Type's victory at Lime Rock in 1957, the car had already experienced a successful run with Sherman Johnston at the helm in 1955, winning at Watkins Glen and Hagerstown, Maryland, among other venues. This would give Johnston the 1955 SCCA National Championship. The Briggs-Cunningham racing team purchased the car in 1956, and the D-Type would once again with the SCCA Championship in 1956 and 1957.
The partnership with Briggs-Cunningham would bring Jaguar to prominence in the United States, as the Briggs-Cunningham team would field a full fleet of Jaguars in competition. 71 D-Types had been built by February 1957 when fire ravaged the Coventry factory, destroying five of the cars inside. When production resumed, this Jaguar was not included. But the D-Type did not die without issue; the E-Type was soon to follow.Source - Historical notes courtesy of The Collier Collection
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1955 Jaguar XK-D D-Type Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Jaguar XK-D D-Type
(Data based on Model Year 1955 sales)
1955 Jaguar D-Type Chassis#: XKD 518 Sold for USD$6,000,000 2021 RM Sothebys : Arizona | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type Chassis#: XKD 501 Sold for USD$21,780,000 2016 RM Sotheby's : Monterey | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type Chassis#: XKD 530 Sold for USD$3,675,000 2015 RM Sotheby's : Amelia Island | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type Chassis#: XKD 520 Sold for USD$4,996,248 2014 RM Auctions - Paris | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type Chassis#: XKD 530 Sold for USD$3,905,000 2013 RM Auctions - Monterey | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type Chassis#: XKD558 Sold for USD$2,090,000 2010 RM Auctions - Sports & Classics of Monterey |
Jaguar XK-D D-Types That Failed To Sell At Auction
1955 Jaguar XK-D D-Type's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1955 Jaguar D-Type | XKD 546 | 2023 RM Sothebys : Monterey | $4,500,000 | $5,500,000 | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type | XKD 515 | 2022 Broad Arrow Auctions : The Passion for the Drive | |||
1955 Jaguar D-Type | XKD 530 | 2021 RM Sothebys : Monterey | $5,500,000 | $7,000,000 | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type | XKD 520 | 2020 RM Sothebys : Paris | $5,900,000 | $6,400,000 | |
1955 Jaguar D-Type | XKD 504 | 2013 RM Auction London | $4,000,000 | ||
1955 Jaguar XK-D D-Type | XKD 544 | 2009 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Houston Classic Auction | $2,250,000 | ||
1955 Jaguar XK-D D-Type | XKD 513 | 2008 Gooding & Company | |||
1955 Jaguar D-Type Replica | 2003 Houston Classic | $70,000 |
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