1937 S.S. Jaguar 2½-Litre

The S.S. Jaguar 2½-Litre was produced as a elegant two-door four-seat cabriolet also known as a Drophead Coupé. It's 3-position folding roof was fully lined and offered the comfort of a saloon when closed. Its list of standard equipment and quality of finish equaled more luxurious models of the era.



Chassis & Sales

1939 S.S. Jaguar 2½-Litre Drop Head Coupé 46030 - sold for €80,236 Launched on the market on 4 June 1939, this Jaguar SS cabriolet 2.5 has a "suede" green body with an interior in green leather, green carpets and a beige hood, all in good condition. The varnished wood trims typical of a Jaguar finish are in excellent condition. This extremely seductive car was entirely restored in 1984 (photos of the body rebuilding and invoices are available in the file). It appears on page 11 in the book by Chris Harvey "G... more
Gallery: 2011 Salon Rétromobile Aucion by Artcurial



1937 Jaguar SS 2½-Litre Sports Saloon - sold for €31,976 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. I... more
Gallery: 2011 Salon Privé Auction by RM



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