1955 Jaguar MK VII M

Highlights

• Sold as a non-runner with some mechanical work required
• Plenty of restoration work already undertaken
• Repaired bodywork with a strong chassis
• Retrimmed interior
• Engine and gearbox rebuilt with new seals, bearings, and valves

The Appeal

Stately, but strong and powerful - the MK VII was a logical progression of the MKV (it only skipped a digit because Bentley had taken the number 6) and quite the machine in its day. Even now, its 100mph-exceeding speeds and palatial cabin is something to take the driver's breath away with excellent reason.
Their distinguished, upright lines may give the impression of a slow luxury cruiser, but many daring motorists found it to be a fabulous rally car and a very capable sports saloon. The still fairly new Jaguar XK was really beginning to cement itself, and the timing was perfect - the MK VII arrived just as the British economy was improving, and demand became so high that Jaguar moved to their wartime Browns Lane plant permanently.
This 1955 example comes to us following plenty of refurbishment work. A bit of work will be required before it can truly return to the road, but it's a fantastic base - the engine has been rebuilt, the bodywork repaired and the cabin retrimmed. Once it's back on the road, we've no doubt it'll be a fantastic classic.

History and Paperwork

• First registered in 1955
• The DVLA records 4 former keepers
• Purchased in 2012 from a gentleman in Scotland
• Used for a couple of years before undergoing refurbishment
• Engine and gearbox rebuilt in 2015/16
• Reassembled in 2018/19 but requires work to be roadworthy
• New clutch installed but appears seized and needs investigation
• Accompanied by a selection of handbooks and catalogues, invoices, old MOTs and the V5

The Condition

• Chassis and body appear sound with no significant corrosion
• Body repairs completed in 2018, repainted in original Old English White
• Paintwork has some gentle imperfections
• Chromework is good; some elements rechromed, stainless steel bumpers fitted
• Exterior lamps require reconnection; wiring for indicators and horn needs reinstatement
• Interior completely replaced; seats and door cards retrimmed in beige leather
• New carpets, wool roof lining, and screen seals fitted
• Interior woodwork in good condition, some lacquer issues on dash and door cappings

The Mechanics

• 3.4-litre XK six-cylinder engine
• Four-speed transmission with overdrive
• Engine bay in good overall order
• All mechanical components standard and original, except front disk brake conversion
• Brakes largely renewed with new components
• Brake servo inoperative, needs refurbishment before brakes can be bled
• Carbs leak fuel from float bowls, need refurbishment
• Coolant leak from bottom radiator hose needs investigation
• Stainless steel exhaust fitted, rear section requires modification before refitting
• Currently a non-runner due to these issues

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