1950 Jaguar Mk V 3.5 litre DHC

We are delighted to be offering for sale a 1950 MK V Drophead Coupe. This rare car has been in the careful hands of our seller and her father these past five years or so.

Much enjoyed, pampered, and used for special occasions, the time has now come for the car to find a new home.

Originally supplied by the distributor in Holland, the car now resides over the border in Belgium.

Undoubtedly restored by a previous owner, the original Battleship Grey colour has been swapped for a far more flattering shade of Burgundy. It now looks oh so smart.

Being an older restoration, there are some signs of ageing. There is a myriad of scratches to various parts of the body, and these can be seen in our extensive photo gallery. It may be possible to polish some of them out. Less easy to deal with are the small areas of damaged paint on the passenger door.

As with most cars of the period, there is plenty of chrome and we are pleased to report that it is all very shiny. We suspect most of it has been replaced in the past or at the very least been exceptionally well rechromed. The grille in particular is most imposing and is adorned with the famous Jaguar leaper mascot.

The brown hood contrasts nicely with the exterior paint and is in fine condition. We are told it folds away correctly.

Whitewall tyres complete the period look and though they have plenty of tread, depending on the age stamps, it may be worth investing in some new rubber just to be on the safe side.

We suppose that when the exterior colour change was made, the decision was made to ditch the red interior. Cream is now the predominant colour.

The front seats have a little wear in places, but the rear pews look as though they have rarely been sat in.

The wood veneer looks to have been restored at some point and is in generally good condition, with a deep lustre. Sitting proudly in the dash are an array of Smiths gauges, ideal for keeping an eye on the car’s health as you drive.

Our sellers sourced a period Jaguar steering wheel to replace the odd ball item that had been fitted.

Carpets are in good condition and appear to have been well fitted by an expert.

The boot is surprisingly generous in size, though there are marks from where luggage has been slid in and out.

Overall, this car’s cabin is a true feast for the senses in every single way.

We always include plenty of photographs of a car’s underside and that is the case here. Prepare to be impressed. It all looks to be in fine fettle, with barely a hint of surface corrosion. We suspect this car has rarely, if ever been driven in the wet since being restored.

There is evidence aplenty of new parts having been fitted to the suspension and in other areas. We suggest pausing a while and taking it all in.

The engine compartment is equally well presented, usually a good indication that careful use and maintenance has been the order of the day.

We are told the 3.5-litre engine starts and runs well and that the car is a delight to drive.

The all-important Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate is included in the history file. It shows the MK V’s date of manufacture as 25th April 1950, the car then being dispatched just under a month late to The Hague, Holland.

The body colour was listed as Battleship Grey, teamed with a red interior.

We know this lovely MK V has been restored but we are unable to confirm when this was done. However, we feel the condition of the car speaks for itself.

There is some documentation in the picture gallery which will make for useful reading.

Jaguar produced just 1001 MK Vs in 2.5 and 3.5-litre Drophead Coupe guise as opposed to 9465 saloon car versions, making this a very rare and unusual car. It would make a fine addition to any great classic car collection.

Head-turning looks and good overall condition will doubtless ensure the auction for this car will attract plenty of interest.

We expect a sale price of between 50,000€ and 70,000€ Euros to be achieved.

Viewing is always encouraged. The car is located in Temploux, Belgium. To arrange an appointment please use the ‘Contact Seller’ button at the top of the listing. You won’t be disappointed! Feel free to ask any questions or make observations in the comments section below or try our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’