1949 Jaguar Mark V Saloon

In 1945, William Lyon's SS Company was renamed Jaguar. When post-War production resumed, the designs were essentially carried over from before the War. The six-cylinder, overhead-valve engine continued in both 2.5- and 3.5-liter forms in the MkV, wearing bodywork in the traditional pre-War tradition, though with minor up-dating in the form of faired-in headlamps, rear-wheel spats, and deeper bumpers. The cruciform-braced chassis featured a torsion bar suspension setup in the front and had been designed pre-War by the company's Chief Engineer William Heynes. Hydraulic brakes could be found at all four corners. Bodystyles options available on the MkV included a saloon or drophead coupe.

Jaguar's first new generation post-war Saloon was the MkVII and was introduced in 1950. Production continued for only a short period of time, ceasing in June of 1951 after fewer than 10,500 had been built.

This Mark V was given a restoration between 2004 and 2007. It is finished in black over tan leather. Inside, there is walnut trim on the dash and doors. Power comes from a 3.5-liter six and offers 126 horsepower. There is also a four-speed manual transmission.

In 2013, the car was offered for sale at the Bonhams Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $34,500 including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2013